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Housing Wealth and Volatile Financial Markets!

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security through-out our extended retirement years. It is a wonderful gift to have the extra years and it is our responsibility to educate ourselves, so we can enjoy them in what I like to call ‘funtirement’.

in March. The daffodils and the crocus sprouted just after New Year’s enjoying

I have 35 years in the mortgage business with the last 10 of them dedicated to educating seniors about reverse mortgages. I do not offer all types of mortgages, I only offer the one that is important to you. Reverse mortgages are unique and complex.

Discussing your wants and needs, face to face, with a reverse mortgage professional is essential to the immediate success, and the long-term success, of your decision.

the springtime temperatures. February proved the blossoms to be right as the sun continued to shine. Along came March and the rains fell like nobody’s business.

We are once again enjoying the springtime temperatures, at least during the day time. I left the house early yesterday morning and I was dressed for winter, just as I had been the day before. By 1:00 it was 75 degrees. As I stood by my clients damaged pool trying to determine if a reverse mortgage could help her with the repairs, I was sweltering with my sweater and my boots. By the time I got home there was a chill in the air and we had a fire in the fireplace.

I feel like Wall Street is following suit with California weather. What is going on? We are down 700 points, up 300 pts, down 200, and then back up again. The volatility in the markets is unnerving at best and downright frightening at worst.

This is especially true for those who depend on income from market investments. If your portfolio is invested in the market you have certainly experienced some palpitations over the last several weeks.

During times like right now, retirees must continue to pay their bills and live their lives. They cannot hold off until the markets settle down. What happens is, according to the financial plan, retirees continue to draw from their portfolio. They are forced to liquid investments at inopportune times because the bills continue to arrive.

Financial advisors have continued to exclude housing wealth from a client’s total portfolio relying instead on a steady uptick in the markets. Their focus on other asset classes, excluding home equity, requires them to make some extraordinary assumptions about continuous growth in the financial markets. While these assumptions are made looking at the long haul, they may or may not hold true on a month to month, or year over year, basis.

The financial plan is drawn up making the required assumptions and when we experience volatility like this people tend to bury their heads in the sand. The draws from the portfolio continue per the plan and ultimately, if the assumptions turn out to be erroneous over any extended period, for any variety of reasons, your money may or may not last until you die.

We all know this is a risk. It is not any one financial advisors “fault”. This is how retirement planning has been done and it has worked out okay for lots of people. Unfortunately, it has not turned out well for lots of other people.

We are living longer than we were “supposed to”, we are more active for more of those years, and then when we do slow down due to health and/or age, the cost of health care is enormous.

These issues have created a surge in new research on how we are going to fund these additional years and actually be able to enjoy them.

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There are plenty of 1-800-reversemortgage companies who work out of call centers in San Diego, Oklahoma, Michigan, or Louisiana. They will mail out a package with little to no explanation as to what you are signing, and then bombard you with multiple phone calls a day telling you to sign quickly before ‘this limited time offer expires’.

Beth Miller-Rowe has been in the mortgage industry for 36 years specializing in reverse mortgages for the past 10 years. Beth has degrees in economics and business administration.

Symposium in Washington, Jamie Hopkins, professor at American College of Financial Services, said “I find it shocking financial advisors haven’t paid much attention to housing wealth in retirement. That has to change.”

James Lockhart, the co-chair of the Bipartisan Policy Center’s Commission on Retirement Security, said at the conference, “Home equity creates much more stability in retirement.”

At the same conference, Wade Pfau, also a professor at the American College of Financial Services, said “A reverse mortgage helps preserve a portfolio and gives it a chance to recover”.

By adding a retirees housing wealth into the financial plan it creates an alternative to drawing down the investment portfolio when the markets are tumultuous. This is even more important when we are in a bear market.

Barry H Sacks, J.D., Ph.D. and Stephen R. Sacks, Ph.D. co-authored a study called “Reversing the Conventional Wisdom: Using Home Equity to Supplement Retirement Income”. The study begins with the Retiree’s assumed objective – to avoid “running out of money”. They review two strategies for using home equity; The Active Strategy and The Last Resort Strategy.

I am local, I meet with you in the comfort of your own home, and we discuss your goals. I will review the program, the costs, the pros and cons, and the process. I will leave all the information with you to review, mull over, and decide if it is right for you. If you want a second visit to ask questions or re-review the program I am happy to come back. I do “repeats” often and I am happy to do so. A reverse mortgage is a complex financial transaction. We are talking about your home, your money, and your future. You deserve the time and respect to think things through without pressure or obligation.

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The Active Strategy includes using a reverse mortgage earlier in retirement to manage income tax consequences of drawing other funds, as well as, to avoid being forced to liquidate investments when the markets are off. The Last Resort Strategy assumes that a retiree uses their available cash resources first and then takes out a reverse mortgage when they have run out of money.

The conclusion of the study states: “the Active Strategy gives substantially greater cash flow survival probabilities than the Last Resort Strategy. And, incidentally, the Active Strategy results in a significantly higher median residual net worth (at the end of retirement) than does the Last Resort Strategy.”

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Reverse mortgages are loans offered to homeowners who are 62 or older who have equity in their homes. The loan programs allow borrowers to defer payment on the loans until they pass away, sell the home, or move out.

Homeowners, however, remain responsible for the payment of taxes, insurance, maintenance, and other items. Nonpayment of these items can lead to a default under the loan terms and ultimate loss of the home. FHA insured reverse mortgages have an up front and ongoing cost; ask your loan officer for details. These materials are not from, nor approved by HUD, FHA, or any governing agency.

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While it isn’t officially summer yet, it’s a good idea to have your air-conditioning system inspected and maintained before you rev it up.

“Regular maintenance keeps your system running at its peak efficiency as the factory designed it and can also catch the majority of part failures before they fail and leave you without cooling,” said Robert Conner, Fairview Heating & Air Conditioning president. “Most AC units fail during the first heat wave of the summer, and most of the issues that caused them to fail could have been avoided with regular maintenance.” see Fairview page 19B

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Go vintage at the Pink Door Boutique Buying vintage is knowing you have original and well-made quality workmanship. You’re getting something unique and one-of-akind, and the pieces you buy are a show of your personal taste.

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Shopping vintage is a great way to save money and find truly unique treasures that can give your home a new look and vibe. Pink Door Boutique & Vintage Treasures in downtown Brentwood offers a selection of quality furniture, vintage and modern accessories, home décor, apparel, gifts and more. Visitors will find a selection of Pinterest-worthy vintage wedding décor, including custom-made signs, perfect for any wine-country or farm wedding or bridal party.

“We have a style for everyone, from French to farm to contemporary,” said owner Mary Ylinen, an expert at transforming antique furniture into shabby-chic pieces that make a statement in any room.

According to Ylinen, besides saving money, there are other advantages to shopping vintage.

“Buying vintage is knowing you have original and well-made quality workmanship,” said Ylinen. “You’re getting something unique and one-of-a-

– Mary Ylinen, Pink Door Boutique owner Photo by Tony Kukulich

Shopping vintage is a great way to save money and find truly unique treasures that can give your home a new look and vibe. kind, and the pieces you buy are a show of your personal taste.”

Besides the quality of the material used in vintage furniture, another perk is that vintage furniture never goes out of style. Modern design trends come and go, but vintage pieces are timeless.

Others choose vintage over new

because it is more environmentally friendly.

Some also choose vintage over new, because some vintage pieces can tell a story and carry a different type of value based on its history.

The benefits of buying vintage are so numerous that even those with modern design tastes choose to mix in vintage

pieces as accents.

“Today’s décor allows you to add a flair of new and used,” said Ylinen.

Ylinen’s favorite pieces are French style with elaborate details, which can be found in her shop. From French tables and desks to farm tables, end tables and bookshelves, the furniture in Pink Door Boutique & Vintage Treasures has been recrafted into modern treasures. see Vintage page 17B

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Think large outdoor dining tables, plump cushions, deep seating and all of the comforts of home brought to your backyard patio or deck. Brentwood Outdoor Living is East County’s one-stop shop for creating your dream outdoor living space with its wide selection of quality outdoor furniture, spas, barbecues, fire tables, custom outdoor kitchens, islands and more.

“We are very lucky to live in a climate that allows for the large periods of time that outdoor space can be utilized,” said Kevin King, general manager and operator of Brentwood Outdoor Living.

According to King, this season’s most popular items include fire tables and deep seating sets.

“We are also seeing continued interest in durable polymer Adirondack products due to their longevity and versatility,” said

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King. “In the barbeque area, the Big Green Egg and pellet grills remain the choice of serious chefs and high-quality gas grills continue to provide the staple for outdoor kitchens.”

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“Nothing beats the flavor of cooking or barbecuing on real wood grills,” said King.

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Donations can be dropped off at Wolfe Ranch, 700 Creek Road, in Brentwood, or by calling Helen Wheeler at 925-2401691. The 30th anniversary plant sale

Carbon Monoxide from page 8B ide detector. If a person believes they are smelling carbon monoxide, that person is probably mistaking the odor for other combustion byproducts that the human nose can sense.

CO is a byproduct of vehicle exhaust, boat engines, stoves, lanterns, grills, furnaces and fireplaces. CO is produced anytime something is burning. That is why it is essential that products designed to be used outdoors are used exclusively outside, and that indoor appliances are properly vented to the outdoors.

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CO detectors can save lives and should be installed in all homes and apartments. The National Fire Protection Association reports CO detectors “shall be centrally located outside of each separate sleeping area in the immediate vicinity of the bedrooms.”

Individuals should follow the manufacturer instructions regarding wall or ceiling placement of CO detectors. As an added safety precaution, CO detectors should be installed on every floor of the home.

Gas sensors in CO alarms have limited life spans, so they should be replaced generally every five to six years, because calibrating and testing for CO is more difficult than simply replacing the alarms.

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A plant tag may further describe the type of plant by including the cultivar. A cultivar is the variation on the species. It may describe a size or color variation. The cultivar is listed in single quotations by the scientific name.

Sun requirements The tag should list how much sun exposure the plant requires to thrive. It may be anywhere from full sun to full shade.

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Water needs How much water the plant requires may be featured on the tag as well. This helps gardeners know if they need soil to be damp or relatively dry.

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Electrical from page 11B ♦♦ Unplug appliances before flipping a fuse.

Fuses blow from time to time.

Some may be knocked out by especially powerful storms, while others may short because they’re overloaded. Regardless of the reason, homeowners should turn off appliances on blown fuses before flipping them back on. Leaving appliances running when flipping a fuse can increase the risk of fire or accident. Turn off appliances, unplug them and then turn them back on one by one after the fuse has been flipped.

Remodel from page 13B double sinks, especially for homeowners who use lots of kitchen tools when preparing meals.

Soft-closing hinges When replacing cabinets (or just the hardware), consider installing soft-closing hinges and slides on doors and drawers. These devices eliminate slamming and caught fingers, reducing noise and injuries in the kitchen.

Foot-pedal water operation When outfitting a sink, think about foot controls, which are popular in doctors’ offices and hospitals. Turning on the water with the tap of a foot can reduce the transfer of pathogens to faucets from hands during food preparation.

These pedals also free up hands for other tasks.

Bottoms up People likely spend more time raiding the refrigerator than the freezer on any given day. Rather than having to bend down to

♦♦ Be especially cautious if anyone smells gas.

Gas leaks are often detected by the aroma of the gas in the air. When such leaks are detected, homeowners should not touch or turn any electrical switches.

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seek out that favorite flavor of Greek yogurt, choose a model with the fridge on top and freezer on the bottom, especially if anyone in the household has mobility issues. When shopping for refrigerators, French-door style units may offer even more access.

Extra lighting A kitchen should be a balance of form and function. A combination of overhead lighting, decorative lighting and task lighting can illuminate all areas of the space effectively.

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For those who haven’t yet created an outdoor living space, King advises customers to dream big but start within your budget.

“Developing a long-range master plan will allow consumers to add to the project as their budget and priorities allow,” said King.

The process can also take time.

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Regular maintenance keeps your system running at its peak efficiency as the factory designed it and can also catch the majority of part failures before they fail and leave you without cooling.

Besides keeping your home cool, regular maintenance prolongs the system’s life, keeps you within warranty compliance, increases long-term energy savings, increases the unit’s efficiency and performance and reduces the number of future repairs.

Catching and correcting issues before they lead to HVAC failure is something learned with experience. Conner’s own career in the heating and cooling business began in 1982.

“I needed the AC in my car fixed and realized a career in the HVAC field could last a lifetime,” said Conner. “I studied refrigeration and electrical at college, went to work for my first employer in 1984 and also signed into the sheet metal worker union apprenticeship at the same time.”

In 1988, Conner started Fairview Heating & Air Conditioning with his wife and business vice president Barbara Conner.

“We are family-owned and local, and all of our workers are employees of ours,” said Conner. “All of our techs have been through a minimum of two years of apprenticeship training, along with refresher courses and new technology courses every year.”

Conner is also proud of the fact that the business has never been a franchise. According to Conner, since the business started, there have been many changes to the HVAC industry, including the move to more energy-efficient systems.

Fairview Heating & Air Conditioning offers state-of-theart, custom-designed systems using the latest software to fit each customer’s specific needs. They also offer whole-house air purifiers that are attached to HVAC systems, which were very helpful during the Napa fires.

“They remove smoke, odors, pollen and dust mites and only need servicing every two years,” said Conner.

Another important factor to the business is pricing. All of business’s pricing for both repairs and replacements are all-inclusive flat rates.

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– Robert Conner Fairview Heating & Air Conditioning president said Conner. “Whether the job is five minutes or five hours, you only pay what was quoted up-front.”

The combination of exceptional work and fair and up-front pricing has earned them customer loyalty.

“It’s scary when things go wrong with your air conditioner, because you have no clue how they work or how much it will cost to fix it,” said Antioch resident Carol Pavlik. “Fairview Heating & Air Conditioning is the best. It’s important to have someone you trust, and Robert and his team made sure I understood every step of the process, including the cost, and their work was exceptional. They made a difficult situation so easy I would never use anyone else.”

Fairview Heating & Air Conditioning is located at 100-A Brownstone Road, in Oakley. For more information, visit www.fairviewair.com or call 925-625-4963.

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