Located in the Willamette Valley, Eugene is situated between the coast range to the west and the rugged Cascade Range to the east. This provides for a moderate climate that rarely exceeds 90 degrees in the summer and occasionally dips into the low 20's in the winter. Downtown Eugene is at an elevation of 426' above sea level.

Education opportunities are abundant in the area, featuring the University of Oregon "Fighting Ducks", Lane Community College, Northwest Christian College, Excellent public schools, and many other great Vocational, Business, Academic Colleges and Universities.

Mountain Biking along pristine streams

The area's economy is very diverse from the Wood Products Industry to High Tech Manufacturing and all occupations in between including services, trade, government, manufacturing, finance, insurance, real estate, construction, transportation, commonalties, utilities, mining, quarrying, farming and many other opportunities.

Recreation, Culture and Entertainment are plentiful in and around our area. Within close proximity to Eugene you can enjoy world-class downhill and cross country skiing at popular resorts like Willamette Pass, Hoodoo, and Mt Bachelor. Hiking opportunities abound, along the pristine Willamette and McKenzie rivers or under the emerald green canopies of 250-year-old Douglas fir trees. Over 25 miles of off street cycling and 300 miles of designated bike trails and paths through out Eugene/Springfield are available.

Hiking in the Old Growth Forests

More than 49 city parks covering over 2000 acres. Easy access to three national forests. Recreation Opportunities from the Coast to the Cascades. Fishing, hiking, skiing (water and snow), boating, rafting, sailing, canoeing, jet skiing, camping, pick nicking, swimming and much more. Many close by lakes to choose from.

The Eugene/Springfield areas are very culturally diverse; during the summer months you can enjoy the Saturday market and Farmers market or the popular Oregon Country Fair. Year round the Hult Center for the Performing Arts offers Cabaret, Ballet, Choir, Opera, Symphony and many Theatrical productions, while the Cuthbert Amphitheater offers concerts in the great outdoors. Eugene is rated as one of the top places in the U.S. to live. Once you experience the quality of life in this area you will understand why!

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Tax Considerations >Tax Rewards for Homeowners The Federal Tax Code has significantly improved the American taxpayer's ability to profit by selling a principal residence. Prior to 1997, homeowners could take advantage of a tax benefit termed the "rollover", which granted exemption from capital gains taxes on the net profit from the sale of a home. Homeowners who used profits to purchase a bigger and better home did not have to pay tax. And homeowners over the age of 55 were given a once-in-a-lifetime exclusion from taxes on profits of up to $125,000 on the sale of their principal residence. Compare those tax breaks with our current, streamlined and potentially more profitable arrangement that replaced both the rollover and the one-time exemption. If you are a married home-seller filing jointly, you may enjoy up to $500,000 in tax-free home sale profits, provided you have occupied the property as your principal residence during two of the last five years. Taxpayers who file singly get a $250,000 capital gains exclusion. Homeowners are eligible to exclude capital gains on the sale of a principal residence as often as once every two years. The law allows capital gain exclusions whether you "buy up" to a more expensive home or "buy down" to a less expensive one. The tax-free dollars can be used in any way you want. Consult your tax advisor for detailed advice about your particular circumstance. See All Tips In The "Tax Considerations" Category > See Complete Library Of Hundreds Of Tips In 30+ Categories >

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