Archive for February, 2008

Informed buyer uses buyer’s agent

Monday, February 25th, 2008

There are two very different types of real estate agents working in Marin but chances are you don’t know it…

The agent we typically think of when we think real estate agent is the listing agent. The listing agent is hired directly by the seller to work on the seller’s behalf. In fact, her job is to sell the house for top dollar. This is the traditional role of the Realtor.

A buyer’s agent, on the other hand, represents the buyer in a home sale. He is employed by the buyer (at no extra fee) to work on the buyer’s behalf. His job is to find the right house and negotiate the best deal for the buyer. While not as common, the practice of using a buyer’s agent is growing.

If you’re looking for a house, you should be working with a buyer’s agent. Luckily, finding one isn’t hard Click Here >>

Looking for a house? Find a buyer’s agent first [SF Gate]

Hot New Listings!

Friday, February 22nd, 2008

We track every new listing on the market and post reviews of the hottest new properties in Marin County. You can also search the full MLS and view all homes for sale in Marin… Search Now >>

$1,050,000
Mill Valley, CA
3 Beds, 2 Baths

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$2,095,000
Ross, CA
3 Beds, 3 Baths

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$2,375,000
Tiburon, CA
3 Beds, 3 Baths

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Rare waterfront Mill Valley townhouse sells

Wednesday, February 6th, 2008

We recently represented the seller with the sale of this striking waterfront luxury townhouse in Mill Valley’s exclusive Sunrise Pointe community.

$875,000

Sunrise Pointe

Mill Valley, CA

2 beds, 2.5 baths

1576 sqft, 1986 year

Beautifully remodeled ground-floor unit with $50K in new improvements… hardwood floors, carpet, kitchen, baths, paint, etc. Located in one of Southern Marin’s choicest communities with striking walking paths along the bay, pool, spa and nearby dog park. This is Marin’s finest waterfront living!

Market Summary | January 2007

Monday, February 4th, 2008

Very happy to report a healthy reversal from last month’s decline in the median home price. In fact, not only are we back above the $1MM mark but we have a new record of $1,045,000. This is welcome news after a disappointing December.

Here’s a quick snapshot from the MDH Newsletter with a summary of the market trends for January…