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VA Loans Scam Alerts, Mexico, Active Adult Living

Today's Top 6 Scams:

Scamming hard-working people out of their money has always been an issue, but
is even more so with the current economic crisis. 30.2 million adults are victims
of one or more of these frauds listed every year).Below are the top 6 most common
scams:

  1. Mortgage Fraud (foreclosure rescue, loan modifications, reverse mortgages, predatory
    lending, etc.) Up 173% this year.
  2. Unauthorized Credit Card Charges. (Not just an upswing during the holidays this year)
  3. Overpayment Scams. (You receive a payment larger than what you owe, scammers
    instruct victims to return the money to them, acquiring personal info in the process).
  4. Identity Theft
  5. Insurance Fraud (Increases everyone's premiums)
  6. Computer Scams

Organizations to Contact if you have been a victim:

  1. Consumer Affairs: consumeraffairs.com
  2. National Insurance Crime Bureau: nich.org
  3. Federal Bureau of Investigation: fbi.gov
                                                      
    https://tips.fbi/gov
  4. Dept. of Housing & Urban Deveopment: hud.gov/offices/oig

Contact a qualified expert in identity theft through someone you know, or I can provide
you with a reference.

 LENDING A HAND DURING REALTOR'S RSVP FOR SENIORS WEEK   

 This May I participated in RSVP; the annual Realtor Service Volunteer Program, a community outreach program for homeowners or renters who are advanced in years or disabled. We completed tasks such as replacing smoke detector batteries, flipping  mattresses, washing the windows and gardening, tasks that can pose a major challenge for these individuals. If you know someone who qualifies, call me at (408) 591-7778 to have them included in the program.


 

Let Me Be Your Senior Advocate...


Please contact me for a list of 55+ Communities
Lisa Wiseman (408) 591-7778

SAVE ON CAPITAL GAINS-TAX EXCLUSIONS!: This 2-5 Year Rule allows exclusions of up to $500,000 of capital gains tax. Call me at (408)591-7778.

DON'T PAY MORE IN TAXES WHEN YOU SELL & BUY!:Proposition 60 & 90
allow you to carry your current tax base with you. Call me at (408)591-7778.

 


Downsizing?

Contact me for help in finding the right home, whether it be active adult living, assisted living or more. As a Seniors Real Estate Specialist, I have extensive resources to assist you or a loved one with their needs.

For example, Vintage Silver Creek offers assisted living, independent living, alzheimer's and respite care, with a huge variety of amenities and services.


Upcoming Forums:

The last forum was held Wednesday, November 7th at 11am.

Universal Design & Financial Options for Aging in Place: To be held at Little House Senior Center in Menlo Park.
Please contact me at (408)591-7778 or
lwiseman@interorealestate.com to register for upcoming forums.

 


Financial:

LEN TILLEM(Estate Planning/Medi-Cal Planning/Elder Law/Trusts & Probate)

SPECIAL SUMMARY OF THE PENSION PROTECTION ACT OF 2006

SAVING ON AIRFARE Senior savings, free reports, senior discounts FREE LEGAL ADVICE


MAKING YOUR HOME LAST THROUGH RETIREMENT

REVERSE MORTGAGES         
FINANCIALFREEDOM (Reverse Mortgage Specialists)

 

Reverse Mortgage Home Loans


REVERSE MORTGAGE.ORG



Scam Alerts:

The 7 Deadly Scams

IDENTITY THEFT

GIVING WISELY (Donation Scams)

PHISHING SCAMS (What are they?)

 

STOP SENIOR SCAMS  

Beware of 2008 Stimulus Economic Refund Scams!
- If you receive an email, supposedly from the IRS, claiming that you need to click on a link and fill out the necessary information to receive your 2008 Stimulus Economic Refund, don't be fooled. It looks legitimate, but it IS NOT. DO NOT respond or open the link, as it may place a virus onto your computer. The IRS does not initiate contact through email.



Medical Updates:

ADVANCE HEALTHCARE DIRECTIVE FORM

RECOGNIZE ELDER ABUSE

MENTAL HEALTH AND LIFELONG WELLNESS

CALCULATE YOUR MEDICAL BILLS   KNOW YOUR MEDICARE RIGHTS!

SHOP FOR THE BEST DRUG PRICES

FIND A MEDICARE PRESCRIPTION DRUG PLAN

www.medicare.gov www.ssa.gov/prescriptionhelp/

LONG TERM CARE INSURANCE
(Is Long Term Care Insurance right for you? Get straight answers to your questions)

 




Senior housing care

Housing & Care Needs:

FREE AREA GUIDE TO SENIOR RESIDENCES AND CARE OPTIONS:

HELP CARING FOR AGING PARENTS: www.Caring.com

NEW LIFESTYLES (The Source for Seniors)

SENIOR RESOURCE 

A PLACE FOR MOM
BAKER REGISTRY
ON CARE CALL

SENIOR HOUSING

ANOTHER HELPFUL HOUSING SITE

 


Free Reports 

Reports designed to SAVE and EARN you $$$, as well as keep you informed!!

1.   Foreclosures (Specify Area)

2.  8 Secrets For Saving Thousands When Finding, Buying and Financing Your Next Home

3.   44 Moneymaking Tips When Selling Your Home   

4.    More on 1031 Exchanges and the 5 Reasons to Exchange

5.    How to Avoid 7 Costly Mistakes When Selling Your Home

6.    How To Sell Your Home NOW! For The Most Money The Market Will Pay

7.    15 Seniors FAQs (It's Not What You Sell it For, But What You Keep That Counts)
8.   Lowe's Coupons and Rebates(Direct Mail) 

9.   Prevent Predatory Lending (10 Things to do Before Signing the Bottom line!)

10. Why a Seniors Real Estate Specialist(SRES)?

11.  Area Guide to Senior Residences and Care Options

12.  5 Wishes (From Aging with Dignity)

13.  The 7 Deadly Scams

14   Redefining Retirement-As Baby Boomers Age

15.   Senior Housing Checklist

16.   The Many Types of Senior Housing & Care (i.e., Aging in Place, Continuing Care, Retirement Communities, etc.)

17.   The 7 Principles of Universal Design and Why They're Important

18.   First Time Home Buyer Programs (Specify City)

19.  Teacher Home Buyer Programs

20.   Emergency Shelter Grant Programs

TO ORDER ANY OF THESE REPORTS, PLEASE
SPECIFY REPORT # AND EMAIL TO :LWiseman@InteroRealEstate.com


FAQs:

What services can an eldercare consultant provide?
An eldercare consultant works with seniors, their families, and service providers to evaluate and select appropriate senior housing facilities for individuals in need of such services. Call me at (408)591-7778 or Vivian Silva, MSW at (408)975-2988.

What is a "Continuing Care Retirement Community?"
This type of community offers various levels of housing and care services in the same environment. These communities are appropriate for people who wish to avoid moving from a retirement community to an assisted living facility when they need additional care, for example. A CCRC is also a good option for married couples when one spouse is independent and the other requires a higher level of routine medical care.

Have a question? Email me at: lwiseman@interorealestate.com and I'll answer it!

seniors, aarp, retirement, senior advice and help
http://www.aarp.org/

Cal Vet Loans:
http://www.cdva.ca.gov/ http://www.vamortgagecenter.com/
Current Cal Vet Home Fees & Loan Rates: http://www.cdva.ca.gov/calvet/interest.pdf

 

 


retirement, vacationThe Good Life...

Mexico Anyone? (Ask me how you can live or invest in gorgeous,
affordable Mexico.)
Call me at (408) 591-7778. Certified Mexico Real Estate Specialist.

Affordable Resort-Style Living in Tri-City Area
Call me at (408) 591-7778 to find out more about this Active Adult Living Community that involves golf, baseball, swimming, traveling, fishing, and much more.

The Big Island of Hawaii-More Affordable Than the Bay Area!
New homes starting at only $539,000!!! Call me at (408) 591-7778 for more details.



Lisa Wiseman
Realtor, SRES, Relocation Specialist
A Bay Area Native You Can Trust...
Intero Real Estate Services
(408) 591-7778