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Finding a New Home for Your Next Stage of Life

May 17, 2021 By Libby Guthrie Leave a Comment

Finding a New Home for Your Next Stage of Life

Imagine the first place you lived as a young adult. Now imagine trying to fit your life today into that space. 🙄 Not pretty, right? For most of us, our housing needs are cyclical.1 A newly independent adult can find freedom and flexibility in even a tiny apartment. That same space, to a growing family, […]

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Filed Under: Home Buyers Tagged With: California Real Estate, Home Buying Tips, Homeowner Tips, Moving Tips, Older Adults

Tips for Buying a Home Even When Your Credit Profile Isn’t Ideal

March 23, 2021 By Guest Leave a Comment

Tips for Buying a Home Even When Your Credit Profile Isn’t Ideal

Guest Post by Bob Shannon Photo from Pixabay When making large purchases that require a loan, building a good credit score is critical. Despite your best efforts, you may find that your credit profile isn’t ideal when it comes time to purchase a house. Many people find themselves in this situation, but there are things […]

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Filed Under: Financing Tagged With: Credit, Credit Score, Home Buyer Tips, Home Buying Tips

Should You Move Up or Buy a Second Home?

September 15, 2020 By Libby Guthrie Leave a Comment

Should You Move Up or Buy a Second Home?

Which Move Is Right For You? The pandemic has changed the way many of us live, work, and attend school—and those changes have impacted our priorities when it comes to choosing a home. According to a recent survey by The Harris Poll, 75% of respondents who have begun working remotely would like to continue doing […]

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Top 10 Myths that Trip up First-Time Home Buyers

Thank you for requesting your free report “Top 10 Myths that Trip up First-Time Home Buyers“. (Click or tap on the link or image to open in your browser, or right-click and “Save link as…” to save to your desktop.               Follow Us on Facebook | Follow Us on […]

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How to Avoid the Top 8 Home Inspection Mistakes

October 15, 2019 By Libby Guthrie Leave a Comment

It’s easy to get swept up in the excitement of buying a home. Once you’ve had an offer accepted on your dream house, you’ll probably be anxious to move in. However, before you make a significant financial commitment, it’s best to know exactly what you’re buying. When you hire a home inspector, you get a […]

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What a Half Million Dollar House in Hayward CA Looks Like 🤯

August 21, 2018 By Libby Guthrie Leave a Comment

What kind of house will $500,000 buy in Hayward, CA compared to Brentwood, CA? Welcome to our second article comparing housing prices in the San Francisco Bay Area to East Contra Costa County. And just FYI, even though we are on the edge of what you might think is the Bay Area, we still consider […]

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Frequently Asked Questions of Home Buyers

Frequently Asked Questions of Home Buyers What is the Difference Between Getting Pre-Qualified and Getting Pre-Approved for a Mortgage Loan? Mortgage Loans: Pre-Qualified vs Pre-Approved One of the first steps in purchasing a home is getting either pre-approved or pre-qualified for a mortgage. Unless of course, you’re buying with all cash. 😉 It’s very easy […]

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What Makes a Multigenerational Home Actually Work What Makes a Multigenerational Home Actually WorkNot every home is built for multigenerational living — and assuming you can make any layout work is where most families get tripped up.
The properties that actually succeed long-term share three key features:
✅ Privacy by design — Dual primary suites, separate entrances, or a finished basement with its own sitting area aren't luxuries. They're what make shared living sustainable.
✅ Flexibility for the future — ADUs (accessory dwelling units) or convertible spaces give you closeness with breathing room. More cities are loosening zoning restrictions to allow this.
✅ Long-term functionality — First-floor suites, wider hallways, zero-step entries. Think about where everyone will be in 10–15 years, not just today.
The best multigenerational homes support both togetherness and independence. If a property only checks one box, keep looking.
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