The Real Cost of Staying in Your Home (and When Staying Is Still the Right Call)

As homeowners, many of us assume that staying in our current home is the most affordable option. But is it?

Join us for a FREE Lunch & Learn designed specifically for Whatcom County homeowners age 55+. Together, we'll explore the financial realities of aging in place, discuss when staying in your home makes the most sense, and provide practical information to help you make informed decisions—without pressure or sales tactics.

What You'll Learn

During this educational seminar, we'll cover:

Should you stay or right-size? Learn a simple, no-pressure framework to help evaluate your options.

What is your home worth today? Get insight into today's Whatcom County real estate market and how your home's value may impact your future plans.

Does your homeowners insurance still fit your needs? Life changes, and your policy should too.

Are you over-insured, under-insured, or missing umbrella coverage? Understand common insurance gaps that many homeowners overlook.

Event Details

📅 Date: September 17, 2026

🕐 Time: 1:00 p.m.

📍 Location: 913 Lakeway Dr., Bellingham, WA

Reserve Your Seat: Call 360-734-6479 to RSVP or scan the QR code on the event flyer. Seating is limited.

Meet Your Presenters

Andi Dyer

Managing Broker, REALTOR®

Seniors Real Estate Specialist (SRES®)

RE/MAX Whatcom County

📞 360-734-6479

🌐 andidyer.com

Nancy Leavitt

American Family Insurance

Lynden, Washington

📞 360-733-3626

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Who Should Attend?

This event is ideal for homeowners who are:

Age 55 or older

Wondering whether to remain in their current home or explore other housing options

Curious about today's real estate market

Looking to ensure their insurance coverage matches their current lifestyle

Planning ahead for retirement or future housing needs

Whether you ultimately decide to stay where you are or make a move, you'll leave with practical information to help you make confident, informed decisions.

For questions or to reserve your seat, contact Andi Dyer at 360-734-6479. We look forward to seeing you on September 17 for an informative afternoon of lunch, learning, and conversation.

HOST CONTACT & RESOURCES

Andi Dyer is a Bellingham-based real estate broker with RE/MAX Whatcom County, specializing in helping homebuyers and homesellers make confident, well-informed decisions. With a calm, data-driven approach and strong negotiation expertise, Andi focuses on protecting equity, reducing stress, and guiding clients through the process with clarity and care.

📍 Serving Bellingham and all of Whatcom County

📞 Call or text: 360 • 734 • 6479

📧 Email: andi [at] andidyer [dot] com

If you want a clear picture of what happens during the buying process, start here:

👉 https://www.andidyer.com/resources