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07/25/2025

Homeowners who bought decades ago — especially in places like the Bay Area — may be sitting on massive equity. But what can they actually do with it?

In this clip, Maggie Castillo explains how reverse mortgages allow long-time homeowners to access tax-free cash from their home equity, without selling or taking on a monthly payment.

🔍 Key takeaways:

Reverse mortgage funds are tax-free

You borrow against a portion of your home equity — not the full amount

It’s ideal for those who’ve been in their homes 30+ years and want to stay put, but unlock financial flexibility

This could be a game-changer for retirees in high-value areas like the Bay Area.

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07/24/2025

Join us on Chamber Chat with the Chair as we sit down with the inspiring Maggie Castillo — known to many as Reverse Mortgage Maggie! 🙌

Maggie didn’t set out to work in mortgages — in fact, her journey began after closing her catering business during a difficult chapter in her life. But everything changed when someone saw potential in her and said, “I want you to be one of my loan officers.”

That encouragement sparked a powerful new path. Today, Maggie is thriving in the reverse mortgage world — and giving back to the community that helped shape her.

🎤 In this episode:

Maggie shares her powerful story of reinvention

We talk about her role as a Chamber board member

And we highlight why community involvement matters so much

Come get to know the people behind the passion — and discover how one voice of encouragement can change everything. 💡

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07/22/2025

a dedicated community leader passionate about giving back.
With a heart for service and a drive to empower others, Maggie uses her personal and professional journey to uplift those around her.

✨ She helps lead BWC World, a business that supports women in entrepreneurship
💼 She serves as Treasurer for the Hispanic Real Estate Marketing Group
🎓 She’s also served on the board of the Rosalie Sisters Scholarship Fund

Maggie's commitment to community is rooted in gratitude — and driven by a desire to make a difference.

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07/21/2025

There are so many misconceptions about reverse mortgages — and Maggie Castillo is here to clear things up.

With over 32 years of experience, Maggie (aka Reverse Mortgage Maggie) breaks it down in simple terms:

🔑 A reverse mortgage is:

A loan available to homeowners 62 and older

Based on the equity in their home

Repaid only when the homeowner moves, sells, or passes away

Designed to eliminate monthly mortgage payments

✅ It’s a financial tool — not a last resort — that can offer real relief to seniors living on fixed incomes.

Reverse mortgages have been around since 1961 — and with the right guidance, they can offer peace of mind, not confusion.

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07/21/2025

Meet Maggie, a powerful example of resilience and reinvention.
Her journey wasn’t planned — in fact, it began during one of the most difficult times in her life.

Maggie was struggling — until someone saw something in her that she couldn’t yet see in herself.

💬 “I see potential in you,” they said — and those words changed everything.

That one comment launched Maggie into a career in reverse mortgages, a field she knew nothing about at the time. Through education, persistence, and heart, she not only learned it — she thrived in it.

Today, Maggie is a passionate professional helping others navigate their financial futures, all because someone believed in her… and she believed back.

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07/21/2025

Want to connect with local leaders and make a real difference in the community? 🌟
You can easily get involved with the Eden Area Chamber of Commerce!

✅ Visit www.edenareachamber.com
✅ Click “Board Members”
✅ Reach out to any of us — Maggie, Gary, Van, Sandy, or me — we’re here to help!

Let’s grow our community together 💪🎉

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06/27/2025

🎓🔥 “I Stood Up to Get My Diploma” – Robert Paylor’s Graduation Moment 🔥🎓

After being told he’d never walk again, Robert Paylor made a silent promise to himself: “I’m going to stand up and walk across that stage.”

In this unforgettable moment, Robert stands to receive his diploma in front of 10,000 cheering people — with his coach by his side and his future wife behind him.
💥 A few powerful steps. A sky-high diploma toss. And a crowd going absolutely wild.

👏 Watch this emotional celebration of strength, love, and perseverance.

📍 Follow for more real stories that move hearts.

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06/26/2025

🎓🏆 “The Day Everything Changed” – Robert Paylor’s Story Begins 🏆🎓

May 6, 2017. A date forever etched in Robert Paylor’s life.
He woke up that morning living the dream—starting as a sophomore for the #1 rugby team in the country, thriving at the world’s top public university, and preparing to compete for a national championship.

💥 It was supposed to be the best day of his life...
Instead, it became the day everything changed.

🎧 Hear Robert’s emotional reflection on the moment his world turned upside down—and how he’s turned pain into power.

🔔 Subscribe and follow for more interviews that remind us what it means to be human.

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06/25/2025

🏉 “Game Day: The Hit That Changed Everything” – Robert Paylor’s Last Play 🏉

In this gripping moment from our interview, Robert Paylor takes us back to the morning of the game—his last one before a life-changing injury. From the locker room intensity to the high-impact scrum known as a maul, he was doing what he was built for: moving bodies and playing hard.

💥 At 6'5", 245 lbs, Robert was a force. Until one moment changed everything.

🎧 This isn’t just a story about rugby—it’s about how life can turn on a dime.
Don’t miss this powerful retelling of strength, sport, and the seconds that altered a future.

Subscribe for more stories that move you.
📍Follow for voices that inspire.

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06/24/2025

🚶‍♂️ “One Step at a Time” – Robert Paylor’s First Walk After Paralysis 🚶‍♂️

What does it take to walk again after being told you never will? In this emotional segment from our interview with Robert Paylor, he shares the raw, unfiltered story of his first steps—with a ceiling harness, a heavy-duty walker, and an iron will.

💪 It wasn’t a miracle. It was max effort. Two hours. Fifty yards. Every ounce of strength and grit.
You’ll hear the pain, the persistence, and the powerful moment when hope meets movement.

🌟 Watch and witness a comeback in motion.

🎧 More inspiring stories from your community at

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06/23/2025

🎙️ In this episode of Castro Valley Compass, it’s time for another lively Chamber Chat! Join us as Janella Anguiano from the Castro Valley/Eden Area Chamber of Commerce dives into how the Chamber champions local businesses, highlights upcoming events, and shares how you can be part of the action. 💼🎉🏡

06/21/2025

🎙️ In this episode of Castro Valley Compass, we’re excited to bring you another Chamber Chat — our ongoing series highlighting the people and organizations that help our community thrive!

This time, we’re joined by Janella Anguiano and her amazing crew, Chair of the Castro Valley/Eden Area Chamber of Commerce, who shares valuable insights into the Chamber’s mission, how it supports local businesses, and the many ways residents and entrepreneurs alike can get involved.

Tune in and discover how the Chamber is helping to build a stronger, more vibrant local economy — and how you can be part of it! 💼🏡🎉

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