Page 8 April 20, 2017 Aerospace Contractor from front page the process and make the company’s wait times shorter. The federal comment period closed on March 31. A spokesman with the Commerce Department confirmed that manufacturers’ recommendations would be reviewed and used by Ross to prepare a report for the president. The Commerce Department hasn’t said when that might happen. California’s association for manufacturers is encouraged because for the first time in a decade, policymakers in Washington, D.C. are interested in the well-being of South Bay companies like Northrup Grumman and Boeing with huge workforces. Boeing also took the opportunity to advise the White House on which regulations it considers the biggest stumbling blocks to its business. “It’s promising that the administration in Washington is … doing everything it can to understand and fix what impedes a manufacturer’s ability to grow in the U.S.,” said DiCaro with the California Manufacturing and Technology Association. The White House is concerned about automakers relocating their assembly plants outside the U.S. An industry representative for the Alliance of Automobile Manufacturers praised the Commerce secretary for undertaking a fact-finding mission about U.S. regulations that pose the biggest burdens. Light-duty passenger vehicles are the “most highly regulated sector of our economy,” a spokesman for the carmakers told Ross. “Any initiative to remove unnecessary regulatory burdens encourages domestic manufacturers to increase investments and jobs in the United States,” the auto industry trade group said. It represents the 12 largest automobile manufacturers in the United States, which account for 70 percent of all car and light truck sales in the country. Alliance members are BMW Group, FCA US LLC, Ford Motor Company, General Motors Company, Jaguar Land Rover, Mazda, Mercedes-Benz USA, Mitsubishi Motors, Porsche Cars North America, Toyota, Volkswagen Group of America, and Volvo Car USA. Several manufacturers left comments indicating that overlapping federal and state rules are their biggest frustrations. For the carmakers, they deal mostly with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and the California Air Resources Board, the association said. The group told the Commerce secretary that what manufacturers want is a commonsense approach to protecting the environment. “Certainly, many regulations that impact auto manufacturers originally were intended to serve useful purposes and continue to have value. However, many are or have become outdated, unnecessary, or ineffective,” the association said, adding they just need to be reviewed and updated occasionally. Given a rare opportunity to speak directly to the White House, Northrup Grumman and Boeing were the representatives for the South Bay. Boeing said in its comments what happens with environmental permits and regulations will influence whether it expands and creates high-tech, U.S.-based manufacturing centers. The aerospace and defense systems contractor is predicting global demand for 39,000 new aircraft by 2037. • Do you want to be close to family or health care resources? Do you desire a home in the mountains or somewhere you’ll never see snow again? Don’t Delay If possible, don’t wait until poor health or declining finances force you to move somewhere that’s not your ideal location. Move while you’re still young enough to enjoy your dream retirement home. Get professional financial advice It’s important to protect your nest egg and keep it growing throughout retirement. A professional financial planner can help you understand what size mortgage is right for you, so your dream home doesn’t strain your finances. Be Mindful of Amenities When choosing a location and a home, in addition to your personal priorities, it’s important to keep in mind accessibility to amenities important to seniors. Community features such as good transportation, quality of roads, safe neighborhoods, and access to health care, socialization opportunities, shopping and cultural venues are all options to consider. Rely on Real Estate Pros Once you know where you want to be, it’s time to find a real estate agent. Well-versed on local real estate trends, RE/MAX agents can help retirees sell their current home so they can make the purchase of their dream retirement home a reality. Visit www.remax. com to search for an agent. Focus on Must-haves Make a list of must-have features and those you would like your retirement home to have. Share the list with your agent to help him or her focus on properties that meet your criteria. Your list of must-haves and desirables will likely be very different from the list you made when you bought your first home. Now, a singlelevel house with large bathrooms and a level lot may be more desirable than a two-story with lots of bedrooms and a big backyard. Finally, says Lewis, keep in mind whether you plan to age in place. “More Americans are looking for homes that will allow them to stay independent and living on their own throughout their retirement years,” he says. “If that’s your plan, look for home features that will help facilitate that, like wider doors, few or no exterior stairs, and good lighting.” • Seniors Small Nest Egg, Big Dreams? Tips For Buying Your Retirement Home (BPT) - Planning for retirement means making a lot of decisions, including when you’ll stop working, how much you’ll withdraw from your savings each year, and where you’ll live. Many Americans view retirement as an opportunity to move into a house they’ll love and live in for all their golden years. In fact, 64 percent of retirees either have moved or plan to move, according to a Merrill Lynch survey. Some retirees move to be closer to children or grandchildren, to down-size into a more manageable home, live in a warmer locale, or to secure a more luxurious home where they can easily age in place. “The decision of where to live in retirement is important and can directly affect quality of life in your golden years,” says Geoff Lewis, President of RE/MAX, LLC. “Research by Trulia shows that in virtually all areas of the country, it makes better financial sense for retirees to buy a home, rather than rent. In fact, buying is nearly 42 percent cheaper than renting for seniors across the country.” Have a Plan Ideally, you should think about where you want to live long before retirement, but it’s never too late to think about your priorities.
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