Thinking About Downsizing?
3 Questions to Consider
Whether you’ve become an empty nester or are about to retire, you may decide to downsize your home. But before doing this, there are many factors you must consider. Here are three questions you should ask yourself before downsizing. 1. How do you want to live? To find out where you want to live, you must first ask yourself what you want to do. A great place to start is by determining what you want to do with your free time. Do you want to spend time in nature, go on frequent getaways, or be involved in your community? Once you know how you want to spend your time, you can begin looking for places that best suit your needs.
home and land, and where you choose to move next, you can take the money you earn from your current home and use it for something else. For example, it can be used as a down payment for your new home, stashed in a savings or retirement account, or go toward your dream vacation.
3. What will you do with all of your stuff?
Depending on where you decide to move — a condo, apartment, or a smaller house, you will likely need to part ways with some things. You want to consider how much space you’ll have in your new home and what items will follow you on your next journey. Getting rid of some of your belongings can be difficult, so ensure you’re prepared to leave some things behind. Consider donating some of your items to shelters and centers. Although you may not be using your things, they can go to someone in need.
The most important question you should ask yourself is if you’re truly ready to downsize. The questions here will help you determine if downsizing is the right choice for you during this time. But don’t feel rushed to decide if you need to make life changes now. Take your time with this decision — you have more free time now than ever.
2. What will be the financial benefits of downsizing?
Before purchasing a new home, you want to see if there are benefits to moving and downsizing. Depending on what the market looks like, the worth of your
YES — BUT THERE ARE SOME EXCEPTIONS Can You Purchase a Gun With a DWI Charge?
Many have asked if a DWI charge prevents you from purchasing a handgun or getting a concealed handgun license (CHL). The DWI penalties concerning gun laws can be confusing. Multiple factors are at play with gun laws — your age, the type of charge you receive, and if you were
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convicted. All of these are taken into account when determining if you can buy a gun with a DWI.
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DWI/DUI? The difference between a DWI and a DUI is age . If a driver is under 21 and has alcohol in
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