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Holidays in Columbia

With the leaves now starting to change colors and fall off the trees, Columbia turns its attention to the fast approaching holiday season. The celebratory spirit runs through town and is personified both in special holiday events and a cheerful winter atmosphere. Each year, Columbia plays host to a few traditional holiday events. The season kicks off on the first Friday of December with the Living Windows Festival, when shopkeepers clear out their front windows to make way for live performers.

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Boomers are Moving - The SRES Designation Sets Realtors Apart

With the SRES designation addressing the fastest growing market segment in real estate, Boomer Authority™ Association and SRES have launched the first “Value-Added SRES Designation Program” for real estate professionals serving the 50+ demographic.Why are 50-plus clients moving? To be closer to grandchildren. To start that vineyard they’ve always dreamed of. To address health concerns. The list goes on and on. Can you speak to the unique motivation they have? Do you know how to counsel your client on their options? This is the kind of distinction that can set you apart.

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States with No Sales Tax

It seems all costs are getting higher these days. For retirement, be sure to think about the States with No Sales Tax. California is the highest, contributing to why the most people have left California over the past year. Click on the title to read full article and list of states.

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States with No Personal Income Tax

When you are thinking about the best places, towns, states and cities to retire you will want to know the Personal Income Tax Laws. Although many retirees are primarily concerned about the personal income taxes which may be imposed at the State level, it is also important to consider the property tax burdens and sale taxes which you may encounter in moving to a new retirement location.

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