The document contrasts historical prices of everyday items with their current costs, illustrating inflation over time. It highlights the rising values of homes, particularly in California, emphasizing the significant equity homeowners may hold. Additionally, it invites readers to reach out to Ken Metcalf from American Pacific Mortgage for further inquiries.

1. and Now Then

2. What did you pay for a cup of Joe? 25 CENTS

3. What will you pay today? $1.85

4. Going to the Movies? 75 Cents with Popcorn

5. Today a Matinee will cost you $9.50 each Popcorn not included

6. Remember your first car?? $2,200

7. Even if your not purchasing a convertible On average you will pay $25,000

8. Fill up the tank for tooling on a Saturday night… 20 Cents a Gallon

9. No Cruising $2.15 a Gallon

10. The average California home $14,500

11. You could have bought this row of homes with what your home is worth today!

12. Today the average home value in California is : $455,000

13. How much equity is in my home? Ask yourself…

14. You have paid for your home …. Now let your home pay you!

15. Don’t go away yet This is important Hey! One more thing

16. Ken Metcalf American Pacific Mortgage 1-800-266-9010 E-mail: ken [email_address] Website: kenmetcalf.com Contact me to answer any questions