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Moving After Loss: How Seniors Can Transition After Losing a Spouse
Losing a spouse is one of life’s most challenging experiences, and for many seniors in the Bay Area, it also comes with difficult decisions.
ALLISON COSTELW
Apr 26 min read
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Will vs. Living Trust: What East Bay Homeowners Should Know About Probate and Real Estate
Do you own a home in places like Benicia, Vallejo, Martinez, or Concord, and you're thinking about how to pass that property on someday?
ALLISON COSTELW
Mar 196 min read
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Marketing Strategies for a Successful Open House in the Bay Area
Hosting an open house is one of the best ways to generate interest in a home for sale. In the competitive Bay Area real estate market, a...
ALLISON COSTELW
Mar 56 min read
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Navigating Downsizing: Estate Sale or Donate?
Deciding between an estate sale and donating is a personal choice that depends on financial needs, and emotional attachments.
ALLISON COSTELW
Feb 195 min read
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Navigating Tax Season to Prepare for Your Next Home in the East Bay Area
Get ready for tax season 2025 and how your financial picture can impact your ability to buy a home in Solano County.
ALLISON COSTELW
Feb 56 min read
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Debunking Myths About Downsizing: A Guide for Seniors
Let’s tackle some common myths about downsizing and uncover the truth to help seniors and their families transition smoothly.
ALLISON COSTELW
Jan 226 min read
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Why Bay Area Homebuyers Shouldn’t Wait to Purchase Their Dream Home in 2025
Buying a home in the Bay Area is a smart move today, what’s driving home price appreciation, and what makes Solano County an attractive cho
ALLISON COSTELW
Jan 86 min read
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Renting vs. Owning: Why Owning May Be the Smarter Choice in the East Bay Area
For many individuals and families, the question of whether to rent or own a home is a defining moment in their financial and personal...
ALLISON COSTELW
Dec 27, 20245 min read
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Navigating Home Inspections in 2025: Key Changes to Building Codes for Bay Area Homeowners
As we step into 2025, the real estate world in the Bay Area is buzzing with updates to building codes that could impact your next move.
ALLISON COSTELW
Dec 11, 20246 min read
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Avoiding Pitfalls When Selling Your Home "As-Is" in the Bay Area
Selling a home "as-is" is an appealing option for many homeowners in the Bay Area, particularly in Solano and Contra Costa counties.
ALLISON COSTELW
Nov 20, 20245 min read
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Aging Smart: Finding the Right Fit for Your Golden Years in the East Bay Area
Over 70% of seniors report a willingness to downsize or transition to more manageable living situations to improve their quality of life.
ALLISON COSTELW
Nov 6, 20245 min read
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Navigating the Real Estate Market in Benicia, Martinez, and Concord, CA: A Guide for Families Downsizing
When it’s time to help your aging parents downsize and move, it can be an emotional and challenging experience.
ALLISON COSTELW
Sep 18, 20243 min read
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Tips For Selling Your Home and Finding a Space for Everyone
Tips for Selling Your Home and Finding a Space for Everyone
ALLISON COSTELW
Aug 21, 20244 min read
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7 Essential Tips for the Sandwich Generation Navigating Senior Housing Transitions in the Bay Area
As a real estate professional specializing in the San Francisco East Bay Area, I understand the unique challenges faced by the sandwich...
ALLISON COSTELW
Aug 7, 20243 min read
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4 Reasons to Work With an Exclusive Seniors Real Estate Specialist® (SRES®) in the Bay Area
4 Reasons to Work with a Senior's Real Estate Specialist (SRES®) in the Bay Area
ALLISON COSTELW
Aug 3, 20242 min read
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ASK ALLISON: Navigating the Home Buying Process & Why You Need a Local Real Estate Expert
Explore essential tips for navigating the home buying process with the support of a knowledgeable real estate professional in the Bay Area.
ALLISON COSTELW
Jul 24, 20242 min read
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ASK ALLISON: Navigating a Seller's Market - Key Strategies for Homebuyers
As the housing market continues to evolve, many of you are finding yourselves in the midst of a competitive and fast-moving seller's market.
ALLISON COSTELW
Jul 3, 20242 min read
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