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return;<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> \/\/ Core calculation functions<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> function calculateSellingCosts(homeValue, realtorCommission, closingCostsPercent, repairsCost) {<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> const commission = homeValue * (realtorCommission \/ 100);<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> const closingCosts = homeValue * (closingCostsPercent \/ 100);<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> const totalCosts = commission + closingCosts + repairsCost;<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> const netProceeds = homeValue - totalCosts - (homeValue * 0.01); \/\/ other misc fees<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> return {<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> totalCosts: Math.round(totalCosts),<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> netProceeds: Math.round(Math.max(0, netProceeds)),<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> commission: Math.round(commission),<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> closingCosts: Math.round(closingCosts)<!-- 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0.7;<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> else if (homeSize === \"medium\") sizeMultiplier = 1;<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> else sizeMultiplier = 1.4;<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> return Math.round(baseCost * distanceMultiplier * sizeMultiplier);<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> }<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> function calculateMonthlySavings(current, target, isRent) {<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> const currentMonthly = current.propertyTax + current.insurance + current.utilities + current.maintenance;<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> let targetMonthly = 0;<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> if (isRent) {<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> targetMonthly = target.rent + target.utilities + target.insurance;<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> } else {<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> targetMonthly = target.propertyTax + target.insurance + target.utilities + target.maintenance;<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> }<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> const monthlySavings = Math.max(0, currentMonthly - targetMonthly);<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> const annualSavings = monthlySavings * 12;<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> return { monthlySavings, annualSavings, currentMonthly, targetMonthly };<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> }<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> function calculateBreakEven(totalUpfrontCost, monthlySavings) {<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> if (monthlySavings <= 0) return { months: Infinity, years: Infinity };<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> const months = Math.ceil(totalUpfrontCost \/ monthlySavings);<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> return { months, years: (months \/ 12).toFixed(1) };<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> }<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> \/\/ Build the calculator card<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> const card = document.createElement('div');<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> card.className = 'calculator-card';<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> card.innerHTML = `<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <\/p>\n<div class=\"card-header\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <\/p>\n<h1>🏠 Downsizing ROI & Cash Flow Calculator<\/h1>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <pee>Compares selling costs, moving expenses, vs reduced maintenance\/taxes for seniors 55+<\/pee><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <\/p>\n<div class=\"form-section\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <\/p>\n<div class=\"card-header\" style=\"background:#e8f5e9; padding:12px 16px; margin-bottom:16px;\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <\/p>\n<h3 style=\"margin:0; font-size:1rem;\">🏡 Current Home<\/h3>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <\/p>\n<div class=\"row-2col\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <\/p>\n<div class=\"input-group\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <label>💰 Current Home Value<\/label><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <input type=\"number\" id=\"currentValue\" placeholder=\"$\" value=\"450000\" min=\"50000\" max=\"2000000\" step=\"10000\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <\/p>\n<div class=\"input-group\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <label>🏦 Remaining Mortgage Balance<\/label><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <input type=\"number\" id=\"mortgageBalance\" placeholder=\"$\" value=\"80000\" min=\"0\" max=\"1000000\" step=\"10000\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <\/p>\n<div class=\"row-2col\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <\/p>\n<div class=\"input-group\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <label>📊 Realtor Commission (%)<\/label><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <input type=\"number\" id=\"commission\" placeholder=\"%\" value=\"6\" min=\"0\" max=\"10\" step=\"0.5\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <\/p>\n<div class=\"input-group\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <label>🔧 Estimated Repairs\/Upgrades<\/label><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <input type=\"number\" id=\"repairs\" placeholder=\"$\" value=\"5000\" min=\"0\" max=\"50000\" step=\"1000\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <\/p>\n<div class=\"row-2col\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <\/p>\n<div class=\"input-group\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <label>🏠 Monthly Property Tax<\/label><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <input type=\"number\" id=\"currentTax\" placeholder=\"$\/month\" value=\"380\" min=\"0\" max=\"2000\" step=\"50\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <\/p>\n<div class=\"input-group\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <label>🛡️ Monthly Home Insurance<\/label><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <input type=\"number\" id=\"currentInsurance\" placeholder=\"$\/month\" value=\"120\" min=\"0\" max=\"500\" step=\"20\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <\/p>\n<div class=\"row-2col\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <\/p>\n<div class=\"input-group\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <label>💡 Monthly Utilities (electric\/gas\/water)<\/label><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <input type=\"number\" id=\"currentUtilities\" placeholder=\"$\/month\" value=\"250\" min=\"0\" max=\"800\" step=\"25\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <\/p>\n<div class=\"input-group\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <label>🔨 Monthly Maintenance (1% of value\/year avg)<\/label><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <input type=\"number\" id=\"currentMaintenance\" placeholder=\"$\/month\" value=\"375\" min=\"0\" max=\"1000\" step=\"25\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <\/p>\n<div class=\"card-header\" style=\"background:#e3f2fd; padding:12px 16px; margin:16px 0 16px 0;\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <\/p>\n<h3 style=\"margin:0; font-size:1rem;\">🏡 Target Home \/ Rental<\/h3>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <\/p>\n<div class=\"input-group\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <label>🏠 Will you rent or buy?<\/label><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <select id=\"isRent\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><option value=\"rent\">Rent<\/option><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><option value=\"buy\" selected>Buy (smaller home)<\/option><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <\/select><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <\/p>\n<div id=\"buyFields\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <\/p>\n<div class=\"row-2col\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <\/p>\n<div class=\"input-group\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <label>💰 Target Home Purchase Price<\/label><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <input type=\"number\" id=\"targetValue\" placeholder=\"$\" value=\"280000\" min=\"50000\" max=\"1500000\" step=\"10000\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <\/p>\n<div class=\"input-group\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <label>🏦 Down Payment from Sale Proceeds<\/label><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <input type=\"number\" id=\"downPayment\" placeholder=\"$\" value=\"200000\" min=\"0\" max=\"1000000\" step=\"10000\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <\/p>\n<div class=\"row-2col\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <\/p>\n<div class=\"input-group\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <label>🏠 Monthly Property Tax<\/label><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <input type=\"number\" id=\"targetTax\" placeholder=\"$\/month\" value=\"230\" min=\"0\" max=\"1500\" step=\"25\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <\/p>\n<div class=\"input-group\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <label>🛡️ Monthly Home Insurance<\/label><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <input type=\"number\" id=\"targetInsurance\" placeholder=\"$\/month\" value=\"80\" min=\"0\" max=\"400\" step=\"20\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <\/p>\n<div id=\"rentFields\" style=\"display:none;\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <\/p>\n<div class=\"row-2col\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <\/p>\n<div class=\"input-group\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <label>💰 Monthly Rent<\/label><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <input type=\"number\" id=\"monthlyRent\" placeholder=\"$\/month\" value=\"1500\" min=\"500\" max=\"5000\" step=\"100\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <\/p>\n<div class=\"input-group\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <label>🛡️ Renter's Insurance<\/label><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <input type=\"number\" id=\"rentersInsurance\" placeholder=\"$\/month\" value=\"25\" min=\"0\" max=\"100\" step=\"5\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <\/p>\n<div class=\"row-2col\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <\/p>\n<div class=\"input-group\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <label>💡 Target Monthly Utilities<\/label><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <input type=\"number\" id=\"targetUtilities\" placeholder=\"$\/month\" value=\"180\" min=\"0\" max=\"600\" step=\"25\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <\/p>\n<div class=\"input-group\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <label>🔨 Target Monthly Maintenance<\/label><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <input type=\"number\" id=\"targetMaintenance\" placeholder=\"$\/month\" value=\"200\" min=\"0\" max=\"600\" step=\"25\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <\/p>\n<div class=\"card-header\" style=\"background:#fff3e0; padding:12px 16px; margin:16px 0 16px 0;\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <\/p>\n<h3 style=\"margin:0; font-size:1rem;\">🚚 Moving Expenses<\/h3>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <\/p>\n<div class=\"row-2col\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <\/p>\n<div class=\"input-group\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <label>📦 Distance of Move<\/label><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <select id=\"distance\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><option value=\"local\">Local (under 50 miles)<\/option><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><option value=\"regional\" selected>Regional (50-200 miles)<\/option><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><option value=\"long\">Long Distance (200+ miles)<\/option><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <\/select><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <\/p>\n<div class=\"input-group\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <label>🏠 Current Home Size<\/label><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <select id=\"homeSize\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><option value=\"small\">Small (1-2 BR \/ condo)<\/option><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><option value=\"medium\" selected>Medium (3 BR house)<\/option><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><option value=\"large\">Large (4+ BR house)<\/option><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <\/select><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <\/p>\n<div class=\"input-group\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <label>🚛 Moving Service Type<\/label><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <select id=\"movingService\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><option value=\"diy\">DIY (truck rental)<\/option><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><option value=\"partial\" selected>Partial (load\/unload help)<\/option><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><option value=\"full\">Full-service movers<\/option><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <\/select><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <button id=\"calcButton\">Calculate Downsizing ROI & Break-Even<\/button><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <\/p>\n<div id=\"resultsPanel\" class=\"results-container\" style=\"display: none;\"><\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <\/p>\n<div class=\"info-badge\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> 📘 Tool Basis: Based on typical real estate transaction costs (6% commission, 1-3% closing costs). Monthly maintenance estimated at 1% of home value annually. Moving costs based on national averages. Break-even analysis includes selling costs, moving expenses, and future monthly savings.<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <\/p>\n<div class=\"disclaimer-box\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> ⚕️ Financial Disclaimer: This is an estimator only. Actual costs vary by location, market conditions, and service providers. Consult a real estate agent and financial advisor before making downsizing decisions.<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> `;<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> root.appendChild(card);<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> \/\/ Toggle rent vs buy fields<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> const isRentSelect = document.getElementById('isRent');<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> const buyFields = document.getElementById('buyFields');<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> const rentFields = document.getElementById('rentFields');<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> if (isRentSelect) {<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> isRentSelect.addEventListener('change', function() {<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> const isRent = this.value === 'rent';<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> buyFields.style.display = isRent ? 'none' : 'block';<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> rentFields.style.display = isRent ? 'block' : 'none';<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> });<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> }<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> function updateDownsizing() {<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> \/\/ Current home inputs<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> let currentValue = parseFloat(document.getElementById('currentValue')?.value);<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> let mortgageBalance = parseFloat(document.getElementById('mortgageBalance')?.value);<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> let commission = parseFloat(document.getElementById('commission')?.value);<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> let repairs = parseFloat(document.getElementById('repairs')?.value);<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> let currentTax = parseFloat(document.getElementById('currentTax')?.value);<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> let currentInsurance = parseFloat(document.getElementById('currentInsurance')?.value);<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> let currentUtilities = parseFloat(document.getElementById('currentUtilities')?.value);<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> let currentMaintenance = parseFloat(document.getElementById('currentMaintenance')?.value);<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> \/\/ Moving inputs<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> let distance = document.getElementById('distance')?.value;<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> let homeSize = document.getElementById('homeSize')?.value;<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> let movingService = document.getElementById('movingService')?.value;<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> \/\/ Target inputs<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> let isRent = document.getElementById('isRent')?.value === 'rent';<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> let targetUtilities = parseFloat(document.getElementById('targetUtilities')?.value);<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> let targetMaintenance = parseFloat(document.getElementById('targetMaintenance')?.value);<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> if (isNaN(currentValue) || currentValue < 50000) {<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> alert(\"Please enter a valid current home value.\");<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> return;<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> }<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> if (isNaN(mortgageBalance)) mortgageBalance = 0;<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> if (isNaN(repairs)) repairs = 0;<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> \/\/ Calculate selling costs and net proceeds<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> const selling = calculateSellingCosts(currentValue, commission, 2, repairs);<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> const netFromSale = selling.netProceeds - mortgageBalance;<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> \/\/ Calculate moving costs<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> const movingCost = calculateMovingCosts(distance, homeSize, movingService);<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> \/\/ Calculate target monthly costs<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> let targetMonthlyCosts = 0;<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> let targetPurchaseCost = 0;<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> if (isRent) {<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> let monthlyRent = parseFloat(document.getElementById('monthlyRent')?.value) || 1500;<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> let rentersInsurance = parseFloat(document.getElementById('rentersInsurance')?.value) || 25;<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> targetMonthlyCosts = monthlyRent + rentersInsurance + targetUtilities + targetMaintenance;<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> targetPurchaseCost = 0;<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> } else {<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> let targetValue = parseFloat(document.getElementById('targetValue')?.value) || 280000;<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> let downPayment = parseFloat(document.getElementById('downPayment')?.value) || netFromSale;<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> let targetTax = parseFloat(document.getElementById('targetTax')?.value) || 230;<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> let targetInsurance = parseFloat(document.getElementById('targetInsurance')?.value) || 80;<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> targetMonthlyCosts = targetTax + targetInsurance + targetUtilities + targetMaintenance;<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> targetPurchaseCost = targetValue - downPayment;<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> if (targetPurchaseCost < 0) targetPurchaseCost = 0;<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> }<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> \/\/ Current monthly costs<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> const currentMonthlyCosts = currentTax + currentInsurance + currentUtilities + currentMaintenance;<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> \/\/ Monthly savings<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> const monthlySavings = Math.max(0, currentMonthlyCosts - targetMonthlyCosts);<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> const annualSavings = monthlySavings * 12;<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> \/\/ Total upfront costs<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> const totalUpfront = (selling.totalCosts + movingCost + (isRent ? 0 : targetPurchaseCost));<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> const netCashFromSale = netFromSale - (isRent ? 0 : targetPurchaseCost) - movingCost;<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> \/\/ Break-even analysis<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> const breakEven = calculateBreakEven(totalUpfront, monthlySavings);<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> \/\/ ROI calculations<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> const fiveYearSavings = annualSavings * 5;<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> const tenYearSavings = annualSavings * 10;<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> \/\/ Determine recommendation<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> let recommendation = \"\";<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> let recommendationColor = \"\";<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> if (breakEven.years < 2) {<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> recommendation = \"✅ Downsizing makes strong financial sense \u2014 you'll recoup costs in under 2 years.\";<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> recommendationColor = \"#2e7d32\";<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> } else if (breakEven.years < 5) {<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> recommendation = \"🟡 Downsizing could make sense if you plan to stay in the new home for 5+ years.\";<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> recommendationColor = \"#f5a623\";<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> } else if (breakEven.years < 10) {<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> recommendation = \"⚠️ Break-even takes 5-10 years. Consider your long-term plans carefully.\";<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> recommendationColor = \"#c62828\";<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> } else {<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> recommendation = \"🔴 Downsizing may not be financially beneficial given the costs. Consider staying or renting instead.\";<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> recommendationColor = \"#c62828\";<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> }<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> const meterFill = Math.min(100, (monthlySavings \/ currentMonthlyCosts) * 100);<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> const resultsHTML = `<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <\/p>\n<div class=\"result-card cash-card\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <\/p>\n<h3>💰 Net Cash from Sale<\/h3>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <\/p>\n<div class=\"big-value\">$${netCashFromSale.toLocaleString()}<\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <\/p>\n<div>After paying off mortgage, selling costs, and moving expenses<\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <\/p>\n<div class=\"meter-bar\">\n<div class=\"meter-fill\" style=\"width: ${Math.min(100, (netFromSale \/ currentValue) * 100)}%; background: #2e7d32;\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <\/p>\n<div style=\"margin-top: 6px;\">Sale proceeds: $${netFromSale.toLocaleString()} | Selling costs: $${selling.totalCosts.toLocaleString()} | Moving: $${movingCost.toLocaleString()}<\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <\/p>\n<div class=\"result-card savings-card\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <\/p>\n<h3>📊 Monthly Savings Breakdown<\/h3>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <\/p>\n<div class=\"big-value\">$${monthlySavings.toLocaleString()} <small>per month<\/small><\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <\/p>\n<div>$${annualSavings.toLocaleString()} per year<\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <\/p>\n<div class=\"meter-bar\">\n<div class=\"meter-fill\" style=\"width: ${meterFill}%; background: #1976d2;\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <\/p>\n<div style=\"margin-top: 6px;\">Current monthly costs: <strong>$${Math.round(currentMonthlyCosts).toLocaleString()}<\/strong><\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <\/p>\n<div>Target monthly costs: <strong>$${Math.round(targetMonthlyCosts).toLocaleString()}<\/strong><\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <\/p>\n<div style=\"font-size:0.8rem;\">Savings from: ${currentMonthlyCosts > targetMonthlyCosts ? 'Reduced housing expenses' : 'No monthly savings from downsizing'}<\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <\/p>\n<div class=\"result-card breakeven-card\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <\/p>\n<h3>⏱️ Break-Even & ROI Timeline<\/h3>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <\/p>\n<div class=\"big-value\">${breakEven.years === Infinity ? 'No break-even' : `${breakEven.years} years`}<\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <\/p>\n<div>${breakEven.months === Infinity ? 'Monthly savings do not offset upfront costs' : `(${breakEven.months} months) to recoup $${totalUpfront.toLocaleString()} in upfront costs`}<\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <\/p>\n<div style=\"margin-top: 6px;\">5-year savings: <strong>$${fiveYearSavings.toLocaleString()}<\/strong> | 10-year savings: <strong>$${tenYearSavings.toLocaleString()}<\/strong><\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <\/p>\n<div class=\"result-card ${breakEven.years < 5 ? 'cash-card' : 'warning-card'}\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <\/p>\n<h3>🎯 Recommendation<\/h3>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <\/p>\n<div style=\"color: ${recommendationColor}; font-weight:700;\">${recommendation}<\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <\/p>\n<div style=\"margin-top: 8px;\">💡 If you're over 75, prioritize emotional and lifestyle factors over purely financial returns.<\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <\/p>\n<div class=\"result-card warning-card\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <\/p>\n<h3>💡 Downsizing Considerations for Seniors<\/h3>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <\/p>\n<ul class=\"tips-list\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <\/p>\n<li>\u2022 <strong>Capital gains tax exclusion:<\/strong> Up to $250k ($500k for couples) tax-free on primary residence (lived in 2 of last 5 years)<\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <\/p>\n<li>\u2022 <strong>Property tax portability:<\/strong> Some states (CA, FL, TX) allow transferring tax base to new home for seniors<\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <\/p>\n<li>\u2022 <strong>Home equity conversion:<\/strong> Consider using sale proceeds for retirement income (annuity, investments, or savings)<\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <\/p>\n<li>\u2022 <strong>Renting vs buying:<\/strong> Renting eliminates maintenance costs but may have rent increases over time<\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <\/p>\n<li>\u2022 <strong>Maintenance savings:<\/strong> Smaller homes typically cost 30-50% less in utilities, repairs, and cleaning<\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <\/p>\n<li>\u2022 <strong>Location matters:<\/strong> Moving to a lower cost-of-living area can dramatically improve cash flow<\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <\/ul>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <\/p>\n<div style=\"margin-top: 10px; background:#e6f0fa; padding:10px; border-radius:14px; font-size:0.75rem;\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> 📞 <strong>Pro tip:<\/strong> Get a \"senior move manager\" (NASMM) to help with downsizing logistics. 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