Driving through Kentfield you might find it hard to believe that it is home to some of the most expensive real estate in Marin County, and the entire United States. But, Kentfield is a different kind of small town. Local laws and regulations require that homes be built to blend into the local scenery. With …
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One of the first questions most people ask when considering a Kitchen remodel is how much the updates will improve the value of the home. However, many projects will not improve the value for your home as much as you might think. Sometimes, it is just an accomplishment to get your money back from the …
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According to the latest year-to-date statistics from MLS Ranking Report Decker Bullock Sotheby’s International Realty is the dominant leader in market share in Marin County Real Estate. Decker Bullock Sotheby’s International Realty’s market share, 22.25%, tops Pacific Union International (15.17%), Coldwell Banker (14.59%), and Alain Pinel Realtors (4.29%), among others and it continues to pull …
Just south of the famous Sonoma wine country you will find gently rolling foothills that look like they are covered in a lush green blanket. These hills are dotted with dairy cows grazing on the dense pastureland. The cows are the first signs you will see that you have entered one of the finest cheese …
Boosting Curb Appeal With Manufactured Stone Veneer If the outside of your home is not attractive you will have a much harder time selling it. People will never appreciate the spacious floor plan or the remodeled bathrooms if they are not attracted to the outside first. Many sellers are reluctant to sink significant amounts of …
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The housing market has always been more of a collection of regional markets than a true national market. The trend over the past decade has been that the housing market is become even more fractured. While this trend is likely to continue, there is one demographic that is increasingly important everywhere. Single women are a …
During an economic forecast forum at the 2016 REALTORS® Legislative and Expo, economist Lawrence Yun spoke at length about the immediate future of the housing market. Senator Elizabeth Warren joined him during his presentation. The two spoke about the different factors affecting home sales. First Quarter Growth and 2016 Forecast Yun noted that existing-home sales in …
Just a half-hour north of the fabulous city of San Francisco two charming towns sit in the midst of ancient redwood groves. Larkspur and Corte Madera are not your typical small towns. Not only are they situated in the middle of some of the most beautiful country around, but they also boast some of the …
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Gayle Delaney seems to have done it all. This best selling author has appeared on Oprah five times, pioneered the use of dreams for problem solving, and has helped thousands of people literally follow their own dreams. But, now this writer and Marin County main stay is ready to begin a new story. In Delaney’s …
Selling a home can be exciting and overwhelming. Many times sellers make a classic mistake and costs them significant amounts of time and money. Getting the most value out of your home requires excellent preparation and the help of experts familiar with not just the housing market, but also recent home sales in your neighborhood. …