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FACTORS TO CONSIDER WHEN CHOOSING A HOME IN
LAFAYETTE FOR RETIREMENT
TEMPEST HOMES
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Lafayette is a good choice for a city to settle
down in. Choosing a home for retirement can seem
like a daunting task with the number of options
available. Since you plan on being in this home
for a long time, its important
an informed decision. are certain factors that
to make
Following
should be considered when selecting a retirement
home.
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AFFORDABILITY
Being able to buy something is very different
from being able to afford it. You could have the
needed money to buy your home today, but it's
important to think about whether you can afford
it, keeping in mind the long-term monthly costs.
property taxes, insurance, HOA fees, utilities
- all things you'll have to pay for at one point
in time. Before actually purchasing a house, you
can introspect on things like these. Would you
be able to afford all the contractors needed to
maintain your house and lawn?
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EQUITY
You may be able to apply your equity in your
current home toward the purchase of your next
home. Home equity serves as a source of
emergency funds that you can tap through a home
equity loan or reverse mortgage in case of an
emergency. You might be able to purchase your
retirement home with very little to no mortgage
thanks to the equity you have in your current
home. Last year, US homeowners gained an average
of over 14,000 in equity. 08
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MAINTENANCE
Cleaning gutters, shoveling snow and clearing
leaves are tasks one can do on their own when
younger, but it can be very tiring when you're
considerably aged. A home with low- maintenance
needs is ideal if your physical or mental health
does not allow you to do such petty maintenance
tasks yourself. Outside help could be hired but
again, that's an added expense you'll have to
plan for. Again, think about whether a condo
with an HOA fee would be worthwhile if it meant
that you wouldn't have to do the maintenance
work yourself.
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SECURITY
As an elderly homeowner, you could be a target
for scams or break-ins. That's a scary thought
to have but it's best to be prepared for all
kinds of circumstances. Additional security can
help you get some peace of mind. Having a house
that has a manned gate house, resident-only
access and modern security systems can go a long
way in keeping you safe and assured.
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PETS
If you have a pet you'd like to live with, then
do consider things like how big the backyard is
and whether it's fenced, how far is your favorite
veterinarian and whether you'd require any
additional deposits if you choose to rent or get
a condo.
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ACCESSIBILITY
While no one wants to think about being in a
wheelchair or walker, it's best that you get a
home that can accommodate limited mobility
through handrails and wide hallways and doorways.
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CONVENIENCE
How close is this home to places you'd want to
visit frequently? Are there any places within
walking distance where you can get your
amenities? How close are the shopping outlets
and dining places? Also, think about how close
it is to where your children and grandchildren
live. Would shifting to a new area make family
visits easier or more frequent?
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