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Rod Cegelski’s 6,243 Sq. Ft. Mansion in Avila Beach, CA ($6,888,000)
JON DYKSTRA May 8, 2025 Rod Cegelski, co-founder of Rod & Hammer’s SLO Stills, is the visionary behind Casa Contenta—an estate that mirrors his passion for craftsmanship and bold design. Af...
You’re Getting Divorced—Now What? Navigating Real Estate During Life’s Toughest Transitions
Divorce is never easy. Alongside the emotional weight, there are often practical decisions that feel overwhelming—especially when it comes to selling a shared home. It’s a deeply personal space, filled with memories,...
Helping Clients Navigate the Battleground of Divorce Listings
LINDSEY HARN April 25, 2025 No one plans for their marriage to end, and no one expects their home sale to get caught in the crossfire. But for divorcing couples, real estate listings can be a battleground. The real est...
Foreboding 10-Acre California Estate Inspired by a Japanese Castle Is Listed for $8.2 Million—Complete With a Koi Pond
Realtor.com April 24, 2025 Wellness-focused dwellings have surged in popularity in recent years—but one rare gem in San Luis Obispo, CA, is offering a sanctuary of tranquility in which a buyer...
A Craft Whiskey Maker’s Idyllic Coastal California Vineyard Estate Can Be Yours for $6.9 Million
WENDY BOWMAN April 23,2025 Dubbed Casa Contenta, the Avila Beach property comes with a Spanish-style main residence, an observation tower, and two acres of pinot noir grapes that produce a sparkling rosé. ...
What Is an Estate Sale?
BY CIERA CREE April 21, 2025 It pays to know exactly what you are getting into when shopping at estate sales. In short, an estate sale refers to the professionally managed process of dealing with a homeowner's ma...
Is It a Buyer’s or Seller’s Market Right Now?
If you’ve been keeping an eye on the housing market, you may be wondering: Is now the right time to buy? Or is it better to sell? The answer depends on where you are—and what your goals are. The real estate market...
Prime Property: Casa Contenta, California
PETER SWAIN, April 2025 This Spanish-inspired estate boasts its own private vineyard and tantalizing proximity to the beach. Set in the rolling hills above Avila Beach, Casa Contenta is a place to rel...