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As we're all dealing with the effects of COVID-19 on our lives, we want to share encouraging news: the government has approved the $2 trillion Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security (CARES) Act which will help millions of people in this critical time. Perhaps even you.
Read MoreIf there’s any silver lining to life in the age of COVID-19, it’s seeing people and our community come together and step up to help one another with the challenges ahead. Now more than ever it’s essential to support our community so we’ve rounded up some helpful resources for grocery shopping, food delivery services and restaurants that are lending an extra (overly sanitized) hand.
Read MoreToday we’re facing two very large, uncertain forces – the coronavirus and the stock market. We can’t halt the global spread of infectious disease or dictate the direction of the Dow, but can we can offer thoughtful guidance to our clients to make wise decisions in a changing environment.
Read MoreGenerally speaking, after years of high appreciation rates, annual 2019 Bay Area median home prices basically remained unchanged as compared to 2018. Marin is one of the markets that ticked down, though the message is more mixed when looking at individual city price trends.
For 2020, economist Ken Rosen at UC Berkeley has said he expects the Bay Area median price to remain flat, within a general range of up or down 2% - in other words, similar to what happened last year. We can’t predict the future, but that doesn’t sound unreasonable, and happily avoids the sensationalism of many other media-grabbing forecasts.
Read MoreUpdating a 1970’s home to sell for top dollar.
Read MoreThe perfect starter home in a desirable neighborhood just needed a little love to receive 3 offers and sell for top dollar in Mill Valley.
Read MoreThe proximity to streams, trees and hills makes Mill Valley an iconic location for trail adventures from bicycling to hiking, or even running. The grueling Dipsea trail race over the hills to the sea started in 1905. It includes 7.4 miles of trails, from downtown Mill Valley to Stinson Beach, but it's quite exclusive. Only 1,500 runners are allowed, mainly locals.
Read MoreJust a ferry hop from San Francisco, but world’s away from the city hustle, Tiburon is arguably California’s best kept paradise—where un-hurried New England charm meets Italian riviera seascapes, miles of unspoiled coastal trails, and laid-back luxury that’s refreshingly un-flashy (aka the world’s wealthiest live here….but keep it on the down-low). Not to mention a quaint downtown so adorable it's straight out of a storybook. Here’s how to take the perfect weekend escape in this bucolic Bay Area haven.
Read MoreHome sales activity in Marin County in the second quarter picked up solidly compared to the challenging start to the year. And while overall sales still trended slightly below last year’s second quarter, sales of homes priced above $2 million saw a stronger rebound finally falling in line with last year’s sales.
Read MoreRenovating a 1940’s home while preserving its character and charm to sell a $3M Mill Valley home.
Read MoreAs in most of the Bay Area, first quarter housing market activity in Marin remained challenging, leading to fewer overall sales compared to last year. However, most of the decline in sales came from homes priced above $3 million, while lower priced homes fared relatively better than in most of the other Bay Area regions.
Read MoreWhile 2018 home sales activity in Marin County generally maintained a steady momentum, the pace of sales slowed in the fourth quarter, with most price ranges posting fewer transactions than at the same time last year. However, sales of homes priced between $2 million and $3 million posted a solid gain compared with the fourth quarter of last year.
Read MoreWe get it—when it’s time to go it’s time to GO. But, at the same time, making the move from the city to the suburbs is the biggest decision you’ll ever make for yourself and your family—and it’s one you shouldn’t take lightly.
Read MoreThe four us are all about cooking, gathering around a table and eating (and drinking) the night away. So when we find a crowd pleasing recipe that can be made ahead of time AND taste ridiculously awesome, we file it under #cookthisagain. If you’re looking for a show stopping dish to bring to Thanksgiving this year, here’s a roundup of our tried and true holiday favorites that will never steer you wrong. Happy Thanksgiving from Own Marin!
Read MoreThird-quarter housing market activity in Marin County struck a new balance between buyers and sellers following a period of strong buyer competition and depleted inventories. Sales of homes priced below $1 million slowed notably, as budget-conscious buyers faced higher mortgage rates and a shortage of homes for sale. As a result, sellers were more likely to reduce their initial asking prices than at the same time last year.
Read MoreSame house, new look! After sitting on the market for over 2 months, the owners of The Clorinda House brought in our team to help get their home sold.
Read MorePacific Union is pleased to share the news that our firm has joined Compass, a real estate technology company that operates in more than 30 regions throughout the U.S.
Read MoreA lack of homes for sale continued to drive Golden State prices in June, with the nine-county Bay Area posting double-digit percent annual appreciation for the 12th straight month.
Read MoreSecond-quarter home sales activity in Marin County mostly reflected typical trends observed in the previous few years. Nevertheless, sales of homes priced higher than $3 million started off slightly slower before catching up toward the end of the quarter. The strongest demand was for homes priced between $1 million and $3 million.
Read MoreSee how we transformed this 64 year-old home into a modern, minimal place to hang out in.
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