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This Man Paid Off His Parents’ Mortgage for Christmas

Zoocasa by Zoocasa
December 23, 2015
in Mortgages
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With Christmas Day around the corner, we thought we’d share a warm moment that occurred last year to remind us all to do something special this holiday season.

Last year, Joe Riquelme, CEO of Videoshop, decided to do something significant with his income. Rather than spend it on something frivolous, he gave his parents a note that said:

“Your house is paid off. Merry Xmas. – Joe”

You can watch the entire scene unfold below. I’d imagine this year’s Christmas will be a happy reminder of family and fortune (and mortgage-free life!).

From everyone here at Zoocasa—clients, readers, agents, and passersby—we wish you a wonderful holiday and a happy new year!

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