Allison Costelow Real Estate

Allison Costelow Real Estate 🏡 Helping families navigate Mom & Dad's next chapter
💗 Downsizing • Senior Living • Probate

📍Solano • Contra Costa • Napa

ALLISON COSTELOW
Realtor, Buyer's Specialist
707-813-1643
[email protected]
DRE #02134647

What makes Allison different? She prides herself in making genuine, long-lasting relationships and strives to make the process of purchasing a home enjoyable and stress-free. She already has raving fans here in the East Bay. They appreciate the constant communication and being available around the clock to address any and all their Real Estate questions. When you meet and work with Allison to buy your next home, you will see and feel her high energy work ethic and positive can-do attitude that drives results. When Allison is not working hard with buyers to help them find just the right home, she and her husband and two little girls enjoying hiking, spending time at the beach, kayaking and paddle boarding.

The sellers who get the best results aren't always the ones with the nicest homes. They're the ones who came in prepared...
09/18/2026

The sellers who get the best results aren't always the ones with the nicest homes. They're the ones who came in prepared. 🏡

Staged thoughtfully — not over the top, just clean and intentional.

Priced based on what the data actually shows, not what they hoped to get.

Ready for what inspection might surface so there were no surprises slowing things down at the finish line.

And they had someone helping them read the offers clearly — not just for the top number, but for the terms that actually mattered.

That's the difference between a smooth sale and a stressful one. And it's exactly the kind of plan I help sellers build before they ever put a sign in the yard. 💛

If you're thinking about selling and want to put yourself in that position, reach out whenever you're ready. I'd love to help. DM me and let's connect!

Allison Costelow, RE/MAX Gold
DRE # 02134647 | Seniors Real Estate Specialist

09/17/2026

If something happened to you tomorrow, would your family know where to find everything that matters? 💛

Not just the documents. The stories. The wishes. The things that make you, you.

That's exactly why I created the Life and Legacy Planner — a free printable guide designed to help seniors and their families organize, reflect, and leave behind something truly meaningful.

Inside you'll find guided sections for:

✦ Important documents and where to find them
✦ Personal stories and family history worth preserving
✦ Future wishes so your family isn't left guessing
✦ Everything needed to make decisions easier for the people you love

This isn't just paperwork. It's peace of mind — for you and for everyone who comes after you. 💛

It's completely free and you can download it right now.

🎁 Get your free Life and Legacy Planner here: https://www.legacyandlifestylehomes.com/checklist/life-and-legacy-planner

Save this post and share it with someone who needs it. You might be giving their family the greatest gift of all. 🙏

Allison Costelow, RE/MAX Gold
DRE # 02134647 | Seniors Real Estate Specialist

Nobody tells caregivers to think about this part. 💙You're managing the appointments, the medications, the family convers...
09/16/2026

Nobody tells caregivers to think about this part. 💙

You're managing the appointments, the medications, the family conversations nobody else will have. The financial paperwork. The phone calls that never seem to end.

And somewhere in the middle of all of that — you're also an heir.

The caregiver inheritance question is one most families never have until a parent passes and the financial picture is already set. By then, decisions have been made without you. And the person who gave the most — time, energy, career sacrifices — is sometimes the one who understood their own position the least.

This isn't about being motivated by money. It's about being informed enough to protect yourself and the parent you're caring for.

I wrote the piece for every Sandwich Generation adult doing the hard work of caregiving who hasn't yet connected it to their own financial future.

👇 Read and find out, check comments for link:

— Allison Costelow, RE/MAX Gold
DRE # 02134647 | Seniors Real Estate Specialist

09/15/2026

A lot of buyers think scrolling listings is a strategy. A lot of sellers think pricing high is one too. Information is everywhere right now — but a plan that actually protects your time, your money, and your sanity? That's a lot harder to find.

Here's where I see the real difference being made in our market:

💰 Timing is quieter than people think — The week you list or the weekend you start touring can shift outcomes in ways that aren't obvious until after the fact. It matters more than most people realize.

📊 Neighborhood knowledge goes deeper than the map — Which streets are seeing genuine demand. Which homes are holding their value. Which areas feel under the radar right now but won't for long. That's the kind of insight that changes decisions.

🤝 Negotiation isn't about pressure — It's not lowballing or posturing. It's knowing exactly how far to push, when to hold, and when stepping back actually puts you in a stronger position.

🔍 The best clients think a few years ahead — People who factor in where their life is going — not just where it is today — almost never look back and question their choice.

🏡 The right home feels right for a reason — It's not just about how a home looks. It's about how well it fits the way you actually live, not the way you think you're supposed to.

I can walk you through the steps and share the numbers, but real strategy is something you experience. You feel it when a deal comes together smoothly.

You notice it when a home just makes sense.

DM me if you want to see what intentional, strategy-driven moves look like in our market 👀 — or tag someone who's done guessing and ready to move with a real plan.



​​- Allison Costelow, RE/MAX Gold
DRE # 02134647 | Seniors Real Estate Specialists

Did you know there's a way for seniors to purchase a new home without a monthly mortgage payment? 🏡💛It's called a Revers...
09/15/2026

Did you know there's a way for seniors to purchase a new home without a monthly mortgage payment? 🏡💛

It's called a Reverse for Purchase mortgage — and most families have never even heard of it.

I put together a simple breakdown of how the application process actually works so you can stop wondering and start planning with confidence.

Swipe through to see each step — it's a lot simpler than you think. 👉

And if you have questions about whether this could work for you or someone you love, I'm always a call away. 💛

Allison Costelow, RE/MAX Gold
DRE # 02134647 | Seniors Real Estate Specialist

Mom moved into senior living last month. 💙Now everyone is looking at the house and nobody has made a decision yet.That d...
09/14/2026

Mom moved into senior living last month. 💙

Now everyone is looking at the house and nobody has made a decision yet.

That delay is normal. The mistake is letting it become the plan.

Carrying costs start the day the home goes vacant. And renting isn't as simple as most families assume — California landlord rules, Medi-Cal implications, and property condition all matter more than people expect going in.

I wrote the honest breakdown. Renting vs. selling after a parent moves to senior living — real numbers, real trade-offs, and a simple framework for figuring out which path fits your family.

👇 Check the comments for link 🔗

— Allison Costelow, RE/MAX Gold
DRE # 02134647 | Seniors Real Estate Specialist

09/14/2026

Your home has been working for you for decades. Now it can keep working — in ways most people never knew were possible. 🏡💛

A reverse mortgage lets you unlock the equity you've already built and use it for anything that matters to you — aging in place, home modifications, funding in-home care, even purchasing a new home.

And no, the bank is not going to take your house. That fear is decades old and almost none of it is true anymore.

I sat down with Billy Babcock of CrossCountry Mortgage — 24 years in the industry, over 2,000 families helped — and we broke down exactly how this works, what protects you and your heirs, and who this actually makes sense for.

If you've ever dismissed this option based on what you heard years ago, this video is worth 8 minutes of your time. Watch it, like it, and subscribe for more monthly senior housing education from Solano County. 💛

🎥 Watch the full video, check comments for link.

📅 Join us live every last Wednesday of the month at 1PM — Northgate Church, Benicia or on Zoom and Facebook Live. Next up: September 30 — Alzheimer's & Dementia: Planning with Confidence with Jenny Lind of Senior Helpers.

Allison Costelow, RE/MAX Gold
DRE # 02134647 | Seniors Real Estate Specialist

09/11/2026

Thank you to everyone who came out for our Multi-Gen Living + Gifting 💝seminar. These sessions keep proving how much families want a space to ask questions and get real answers, without pressure and without cost.

Missed it or want to watch again?
📹Catch the full recording, link on comments

We've got three more seminars left this year, and each one tackles something families ask me about all the time:

🗓️ September 30 — Alzheimer's & Dementia: Planning with Confidence
🗓️ October 28 — Protecting Seniors: Spotting & Stopping Scams
🗓️ December 30 — Driving After 80

All free, all held at Northgate Church in Benicia with a live Zoom option, and if you can't make it live, we'll send you the recording so you can watch anytime.

Allison Costelow, RE/MAX Gold | DRE # 02134647 | Seniors Real Estate Specialist


09/10/2026

House hunting is exciting, but buyers who move confidently do their homework first. A little prep goes a long way and can save you time, stress, and disappointment.

📊 Market snapshot – Check current trends. Are homes selling fast or sitting? Knowing this helps you act quickly when the right home comes up.

💡 Budget + pre-approval – Make sure your pre-approval is current and accurate. Smart buyers know exactly what they can offer so they can move fast without second-guessing.

🏡 Neighborhood lifestyle – Don’t just focus on the house. Walk the streets, check traffic, schools, and local amenities. Feeling at home in the neighborhood matters just as much as the layout inside.

Bonus tip: Make a simple checklist for each property. Layout, storage, condition, sunlight. Small details add up and help you make confident decisions.

Thinking about touring homes this month? I can help you prep so you show up ready, confident, and stress-free 😎

Want to avoid second-guessing when you finally find “the one”?

DM me and I’ll show you how to prep so you can move fast and stress-free.



- Allison Costelow, RE/MAX Gold
DRE # 02134647 | Seniors Real Estate Specialists

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