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Sacramento & Surrounding Areas Sacramento is the fastest-growing major city in California and is located at the confluence of the Sacramento River and the American River. ​ I'm suggesting the surrounding areas of: Roseville, Rocklin, Folsom, Granite Bay, El Dorado Hills and Lincoln ​ ​ These areas match my search criteria: Affordable housing Comparable weather Good health care Local transportation Retirement living options A thriving economy Sacramento on Wikipedia Contact Brian to discuss the area or request contact info for his Realtor partner in the Sacramento area. Sacramento Realtor Contact Info Schedule an appointment with Brian. Back to the Relocation Page SACRAMENTO, CA SAN JOSE, CA VS POPULATION 1,013,616 512,838 MEDIAN HOME PRICE $1,249,900 $435,600 COMFORT INDEX (Summer | Winter) 9.8 / 7.5 8.4 / 7.2 COST OF LIVING 214.5 118.2 CRIME VIOLENT (US AVERAGE 22.7) 25 35.6 CRIME PROPERTY (US AVERAGE 35.4) 36.5 46.9

Santa Rosa & Surrounding Areas Santa Rosa is the largest city in California's Redwood Empire, Wine Country and the North Bay; the fifth most populous city in the San Francisco Bay Area after San Jose, San Francisco, Oakland, and Fremont. ​ It lies along the US Route 101 corridor, approximately 55 miles (89 km) north of San Francisco, via the Golden Gate Bridge. ​ ​ Santa Rosa matches my search criteria: ​ Affordable housing Comparable weather Good health care Local transportation Retirement living options A thriving economy Santa Rosa on Wikipedia Contact Brian to discuss the area or request contact info for hisRealtor partner in the Santa Rosa area. Santa Rosa Realtor Contact Info Schedule an appointment with Brian. Back to the Relocation Page In this video, Brian Schwatka travels to Santa Rosa to meet with a Realtor who describes the area, the city, the culture and shows us various homes to see what you get for the money. Then Brian tours the local retirement communities to give you his feedback. POPULATION 1,013,616 174,613 MEDIAN HOME PRICE $1,249,900 $653,100 COMFORT INDEX (Summer | Winter) 9.8 / 7.5 9.3 / 7.0 COST OF LIVING 149.0 214.5 CRIME VIOLENT (US AVERAGE 22.7) 25 17 CRIME PROPERTY (US AVERAGE 35.4) 36.5 ​ 31.4 SANTA ROSA, CA SAN JOSE, CA VS

California: Sacramento County Sacramento consists of the following cities: Citrus Heights, Elk Grove, Folsom, Galt, Isleton, Rancho Cordova, Sacramento Click the name of the community for more information City Community Name Buy-In Fee? Yes/No Independent Living (IL) Assisted Living (AL) Skilled Nursing (On - Site) Memory Care (On - Site) Elk Grove Carlton Senior Living No x x x Folsom Brookdale Folsom No x x x x Folsom CountryHouse Residence No x Folsom Creekside Oaks Retirement Community No x Folsom Oakmont of Folsom No x x Folsom Revel Folsom No x Gold River Eskaton Lodge Gold River No x x x Orangvale Carlton Senior Living Orangevale No x x x Sacramento Carlton Senior Living Sacramento Enhanced No x x x Sacramento Eskaton Care Center Greenhaven No x Sacramento Eskaton Village Carmichael Yes x x x x Sacramento Park Place No x Sacramento Sunrise of Sacramento No x x Disclaimer: We are not affiliated with any of the retirement communities above.

2023 Schedule of "LIVE" Webinars By Topic & By Date LIST OF "LIVE" WEBINARS BY DATE HOW IT ALL WORKS – FROM DECISION TO TRANSITION After you’ve decided to make the transition to a retirement community, you need to know “How it all Works”. Like planning an adventure with a travel agent, you need a detailed itinerary, so you know what to expect from the retirement community and from your Realtor. In this live webinar, we will cover the four stages of your transition and show you what happens after you: - Get on the waitlist - Decide to sell your home - Select an apartment - Move-in Feb 13, 2024 (11AM - 12PM) Should I Stay or Go? - How to Decide.. Click here to register March 19, 2024 (11AM - 12PM) Should I Stay or Go? - How to Decide.. Click here to register SHOULD I STAY OR GO? - HOW TO DECIDE Deciding whether to stay in your home or make a transition to a new home may be one of the most important decisions you’ll make in your lifetime. As we age, the outcome of our decisions become ultra-critical. In this live webinar we will cover: - How to make the best decisions for your future - The TWO most important decisions you'll need to make - How to evaluate your current homeownership - How to create your vision of the future - How to confirm that you can achieve your plans - How to know when to make the move March 14, 2023 (11AM - 12PM) Should I Stay or Go? - How to Decide.. Click here to register March 16, 2023 (11AM - 12PM) Should I Stay or Go? - How to Decide.. Click here to register March 21, 2023 (11AM - 12PM) Should I Stay or Go? - How to Decide.. Click here to register SHOULD I STAY OR GO? - HOW TO DECIDE Deciding whether to stay in your home or make a transition to a new home may be one of the most important decisions you’ll make in your lifetime. As we age, the outcome of our decisions become ultra-critical. In this live webinar we will cover: - How to make the best decisions for your future - The TWO most important decisions you'll need to make - How to evaluate your current homeownership - How to create your vision of the future - How to confirm that you can achieve your plans - How to know when to make the move March 14, 2023 (11AM - 12PM) Should I Stay or Go? - How to Decide.. Click here to register March 16, 2023 (11AM - 12PM) Should I Stay or Go? - How to Decide.. Click here to register March 21, 2023 (11AM - 12PM) Should I Stay or Go? - How to Decide.. Click here to register SHOULD I STAY OR GO? - HOW TO DECIDE Deciding whether to stay in your home or make a transition to a new home may be one of the most important decisions you’ll make in your lifetime. As we age, the outcome of our decisions become extremely critical. What factors determine if you should stay in your home or make a transition to a new home? In this live webinar, we will cover: • How to evaluate where you are today in your homeownership • How to envision what your ideal future looks like • How to educate yourself • How to explore your options • How to execute your plans • How to know when to make the move March 12, 2024 (11AM - 12PM) Should I Stay or Go? - How to Decide.. Click here to register April 16, 2024 (2PM - 3PM) Should I Stay or Go? - How to Decide.. ON SITE THE MYTHS OF RETIREMENT LIVING COMMUNITIES This live webinar will dispel all of the myths surrounding retirement communities and show you what it’s like to live on a cruise ship on land. You’ll get answers to tough questions like: - Why is a CCRC the best option? - What’s the difference between a buy-in or a month-to-month? - Will the costs continue to go up and what if I run out of money? - What if my spouse’s health declines before mine? - and much, much more! April 9, 2024 (11AM - 12PM) The Myths of Retirement Living Communities Click here to register May 21, 2024 (11AM - 12PM) The Myths of Retirement Living Co mmunities ON SITE IN-HOME CARE VS. RETIREMENT LIVING COMMUNITIES Many homeowners think that it is easier and less expensive to stay in their current home and age-in-place rather than transitioning to a retirement living community. Choosing between in-home care and an assisted living community involves many factors, both personal and financial. It’s a complex decision and the answer depends on your specific situation. In this live webinar, you will learn: - What are they? - What do they cost? - The Pros and Cons of each May 14, 2024 (11AM - 12PM) In-Home Care VS. Retirement Living Communities Click here to register July 16, 2024 (11AM - 12PM) In-Home Care VS. Retirement Living Communities Click here to register BREAKING THE PARALYSIS OF ANALYSIS You’ve done your research, but you’re still on the fence and can’t decide if you should stay in your home or make a transition to a new home. You may be suffering from “Paralysis of Analysis”. It’s time to get off the fence and into your new life! In this live webinar, you will learn: - The most compelling reasons to make a transition - Why being proactive will save you time, money and frustration - The dangers of waiting too long to decide August 13, 2024 (11AM - 12PM) Breaking the Paralysis of Analysis Click here to register August 20, 2024 (2PM -3PM) Breaking the Paralysis of Analysis ON SITE READY, SET, GO (HOMEWORK BETWEEN WAITLIST AND DEPOSIT) Congratulations! You’ve finally made the decision to make a transition to a new home. Now what?? In this live webinar we will prepare you for the transition. You’ll leave with clarity, certainty, and confidence along with some homework that you'll need to do before you place your deposit on your new home. - Estimating your capital gains taxes and your “walk-away” amount - How to hold title correctly and what to do if a co-owner has passed away - What are the steps involved in selling a home as-is? - What you can do now to reduce stress and enjoy your home sale Sept 10, 2024 (11AM - 12PM) Ready, Set, Go (Homework between waitlist and deposit) Click here to register Sept 17, 2024 (11AM - 12PM) Ready, Set, Go (Homework between waitlist and deposit) Click here to register REAL ESTATE "FLIGHT PLAN" (HOME SELLNG PROCESS) Your bags are packed and you're ready to sell your home and make the transition to your new home. The goal is to get the biggest return on your investment while reducing stress and avoiding mistakes. Airplane Pilots never leave the ground without a detailed Flight Plan. In this live webinar, you will learn about: - Selecting a Pilot (Realtor) - Your documentation (reports and disclosures) - Preparing for take-off (home preparation) - Take off (what to expect and accepting a purchase contract) - Prepare for landing (Contract accepted, Now What?) - Arrival at your destination (What to expect at the community) Oct 8, 2024 (11AM - 12PM) Real Estate “Flight Plan” (Home selling process) Click here to register Oct 15 , 2024 (2PM - 3PM) Real Estate “Flight Plan” (Home selling process) ON SITE LIST OF "LIVE" WEBINARS BY DATE Feb 21, 2023 (2PM - 3PM) In-Home Care VS. Retirement Living Communities In- house March 21, 2023 (11AM - 12PM) Should I Stay or Go? - How to Decide Click here to register April 18 , 2023 (11AM - 12PM) The Myths of Retirement Living Communities Click here to register March 14, 2023 (11AM - 12PM) Should I Stay or Go? - How to Decide Click here to register March 29, 2023 (11AM - 12PM) Should I Stay or Go? - How to Decide Click here to register April 20 , 2023 (11AM - 12PM) The Myths of Retirement Living Communities Click here to register March 16, 2023 (11AM - 12PM) Should I Stay or Go? - How to Decide Click here to register April 11, 2023 (11AM - 12PM) The Myths of Retirement Living Communities Click here to register April 26 , 2023 (11AM - 12PM) Stay or Go WHERE Click here to register May 9, 2023 (11AM - 12PM) In-Home Care VS. Retirement Living Communities Click here to register July 26, 2023 (11AM - 12PM) In-Home Care VS. Retirement Living Communities Click here to register May 18, 2023 (11AM - 12PM) S tay or Go WHERE Click here to register August 8, 2023 (11AM - 12PM) Breaking the Paralysis of Analysis Click here to register May 31, 2023 (11AM - 12PM) The Myths of Retirement Living Communities Click here to register August 15 , 2023 (11AM - 12PM) Breaking the Paralysis of Analysis Click here to register Sept 12, 2023 (11AM - 12PM) Ready, Set, Go (Homework between waitlist and deposit) Click here to register Oct 17 , 2023 (11AM - 12PM) Real Estate “Flight Plan” (Home selling process) Click here to register Sept 19, 2023 (2PM - 3PM) Ready, Set, Go (Homework between waitlist and deposit) In - house Oct 10, 2023 (11AM - 12PM) Real Estate “Flight Plan” (Home selling process) Click here to register

California: Santa Cruz County Santa Cruz consists of the following cities: Aptos, Ben Lomond, Boulder Creek, Brookdale, Capitola, Davenport, Felton, Freedom, Los Gatos, Mount Hermon, Santa Cruz, Scotts Valley, Soquel, Watsonville Click the name of the community for more information City Community Name Buy=in Fee? Independent Living (IL) Assisted Living Skilled-Nursing (On - Site) Memory Care (On - Site) Aptos Aegis Living Aptos No x x Capitola Pacific Coast Manor Yes x x Los Gatos EL Sombroso Oaks No x Santa Cruz La Posada Retirement Community No x Santa Cruz Santa Cruz Post Acute Yes x Santa Cruz Sunshine Villa, A Merrill Gardens Community No x x x Santa Cruz Paradise Villa No x x Santa Cruz Westwind Memory Care No x Santa Cruz Villa Santa Cruz Yes A +55 Community Santa Cruz Westwind Memory Care No x Santa Cruz Dominican Oaks No x x Scotts Valley Brookdale Scotts Valley No x Watsonville Valley Heights No x Disclaimer: We are not affiliated with any of the retirement communities above.

Salem, OR & Surrounding Areas Salem is the capital of the U.S. state of Oregon, and the county seat of Marion County. It is located in the center of the Willamette Valley alongside the Willamette River, which runs north through the city. The river forms the boundary between Marion and Polk counties, and the city neighborhood of West Salem is in Polk County. Salem was founded in 1842, became the capital of the Oregon Territory in 1851, and was incorporated in 1857. ​ ​ ​ ​ Salem on Wikipedia Contact Brian to discuss the area or request contact info for his Realtor partner in the Salem, OR area. Salem, OR Realtor Contact Info Schedule an appointment with Brian. Back to the Relocation Page SALEM, OR SAN JOSE, CA VS POPULATION 175,891 1,013,616 MEDIAN HOME PRICE $1,249,900 $354,500 COMFORT INDEX (Summer | Winter) 9.8 / 7.5 9.2 / 5.4 COST OF LIVING 214.5 101.8 CRIME VIOLENT (US AVERAGE 22.7) 25 20.0 CRIME PROPERTY (US AVERAGE 35.4) 36.5 58.9

Ready, Set, Go! Congratulations! You’ve finally made the decision to make a transition to a new home. Now what?? In this class we will prepare you for the transition. You’ll learn about capital gains, holding title correctly, what to do if a co-owner has passed away, selling a home as-is, home preparation and real estate 101. You’ll leave with clarity, certainty and confidence along with some homework that you'll need to do before you place your deposit on your new home. CLICK HERE TO REQUEST ACCESS NOTE: By clicking the button above, you will be asked to which video you want to access. We will send you an email with the link. Topics If you would like to watch a specific topic, hover over the video and drag the timeline to the times below: ​ 3:13 - What is Ready, Set, Go and who is it for? 4:31 - Home value and Capital Gains explanation 8:28 - Step-up in basis and holding title correctly 13:05 - A personalized Homeowner Analysis report 14:26 - Interviewing a Realtor 18:27 - There is only one way to sell a home As-Is 22:00 - Home preparation - What to do, or not to do 23:57 - Downsizing and move management 28:48 - The best return on investment projects 37:52 - The 60 day transaction timeline 40:32 - To occupy or vacate while on the market 44:49 - What you can do to help - Your homework Feel free to c ontact Brian for further questions or to schedule a live presentation for your group at the location of your choice. Request the Free Transition Manual Schedule an appointment with Brian. Webinar Schedule Sept 10, 2024 (11AM - 12PM) Ready, Set, Go (Homework between waitlist and deposit) Click here to register Sept 17, 2024 (11AM - 12PM) Ready, Set, Go (Homework between waitlist and deposit) Click here to register Wix carosel pictures from Transition Man Wix carosel pictures from Transition Man Wix carosel pictures from Transition Man Wix carosel pictures from Transition Man 1/4 Flip through the gallery above to see the table of contents Ready, Set, Go! Transition Manual If you are getting ready to make a transition, then you'll need a Transition Manual which covers a multitude of options, tasks and things to take into consideration: ​ What to do if a co-owner passes Estate Planning Capital Gains Taxes Investigating living options Creating a strategic game plan Creative options Preparing your home And much, much more Request the Free Transition Manual Schedule an appointment with Brian.

March 19, 2024 (11AM to 12PM) How it all Works – From Decision to Transition THIS WEBINAR IS DONE July 16, 2024 (11AM - 12PM) In-Home Care VS. Retirement Living Communities Click here to register May 21, 2014 (11AM - 12PM) The Myths of Retirement Living Communities ​ Click here to register Sept 17, 2024 (11AM - 12PM) Ready, Set, Go – Homework between waitlist and Deposit Click here to register

Roseville, CA & Surrounding Areas Roseville is the largest city in Placer County, California, located within the Sacramento metropolitan area. ​ As per rosevilletoday.com, Roseville is once again named one of the best places to live in the United States, ranking 45th by Money.com in its 2020 survey. Roseville is the only California city in the rankings. ​ High paying jobs, vast retail opportunities, and the reliability and low cost of our city owned utilities are among the reasons for Roseville’s high ranking. ​ Roseville on Wikipedia Contact Brian to discuss the area or request contact info for his Realtor partner in the Roseville, CA area. Roseville, CA Realtor Contact Info Schedule an appointment with Brian. Back to the Relocation Page ROSEVILLE, CA SAN JOSE, CA VS POPULATION 144,725 1,013,616 MEDIAN HOME PRICE $1,249,900 $587,300 COMFORT INDEX (Summer | Winter) 9.8 / 7.5 8.2 / 7.2 COST OF LIVING 214.5 133.9 CRIME VIOLENT (US AVERAGE 22.7) 25 14.1 CRIME PROPERTY (US AVERAGE 35.4) 36.5 37.2

658north Property Address: 658 N San Antonio Rd, Los Altos, CA 94022 Seller #1 contact info: Natalie J. Elefant,natalie.elefant@gmail.com , 408 506-8240 Seller #2 contact info: No Seller #2 Chicago Title, Michelle Santiago, Michelle.Santiago@ctt.com , (408) 354-6737 Escrow#: 3021230182 Click the icon to download the Listing Brochure 2023 Next

5192oxbow Property Address: 5192 and 5196 Oxbow Ct. San Jose, Ca. 95124 Seller #1 contact info: Terry Thompson, terrytnt@gmail.com , 215-962-0689 Seller #2 contact info: Barbara Thompson, 408-268-2954 Chicago Title, Michelle Santiago, Michelle.Santiago@ctt.com , (408) 354-6737 Escrow#: 3021230068 Click the icon to download the Listing Brochure 2023 Next

Item List Stay or Go Workbook Click the button below to download the file. Read More Brian's One-page Listing Brochure Click the button below to download the file. Read More Listing Manual Click the button below to download the file. Read More