Relocating to Marin County Tag

Marin County Real Estate – 1965 to 2010: Puts things in Perspective!

Marin County Real Estate - 1965 to 2010: Puts things in Perspective! Look at this graph and what do you see? The obvious, like 2007 prices were off the charts and homes were truly affordable in Marin in the 60's, 70's and into the mid 90's. My parents bought their second home in San Rafael, CA in Marin County is 1963, the year I was born for about $40,000 which according to the chart is right on. It was a decent size house, nothing fancy but...

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Foreclosures in Marin County, CA – Just Sold, Marinwood, CA Townhome

Foreclosures in Marin County, CA - Just Sold, Marinwood, CA Townhome There is a lot of confusion and misinformation surrounding the purchase of REO (real estate owned) or bank owned properties. These are properties that have gone through the foreclosure process and are no longer owned by an individual but a bank or investor. The process of purchasing an REO property varies from a regular sale but in most cases can close in 30-45 days and doesn't have to be...

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Woodworkers Dream-Come-True-Wood-Shop! For Sale!

Woodworkers Dream-Come-True-Wood-Shop! Master woodworker, retired sales genius, avid reader and all around smart and talented guy - My Dad! I am honored to be working with my dad and step-mother (Bob & Carine) to market and help them sell their beloved home of 36 years. I was 10 when my Dad brought me and my 2 sisters to the "new" house on the hill, 66 Grove Hill Avenue South, San Anselmo, CA 94960. Since my parents split, when I was 5, my dad went through women and houses at a rapid...

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San Francisco Schools – Navigating the Enrollment Maze

San Francisco Schools - Navigating the Enrollment Maze It may not be a four letter word but it may as well be - Enrollment! Every couple in every tax bracket in San Francisco from the day of conception (possibly before) stresses about schools. Every parent just wants their child to be in an environment where they can flourish and be happy. Your pregnant? Congratulations,  "Have you started touring pre-schools"? "Do you know where you want your child to go"? Really? I am still getting use to the fact that there is a...

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