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And we’re back! Even though the shelter in place mandate is still underway, the Marin real estate market is bouncing back with over 75+ new listings hitting the market in the past week. Though the Marin April median house price declined a little year over year (after 3 months of increases), too much should not be made of one month’s data – Marin’s monthly median sales price often fluctuates without great meaningfulness.
Read MoreWhile the real estate market has certainly slowed down over the last few weeks with significantly fewer new listings on the market than our typical Spring season, we've been very active helping our clients buy and sell homes during this time. We've represented eight families and couples buying or selling homes since mid-March when shelter in place (SIP) began, three of which have already closed escrow.
Read MoreWe all know our frontline workers — medical professionals, delivery drivers, cooks, and so many more who continue to put their health on the line to help us through this pandemic. Our healthcare heroes are stressed, exhausted and badly in need of nourishment. Our favorite local restaurants have closed their dining rooms and have an abundance of recently unemployed cooks, hosts and servers needing to do what they do best: feed the people. These are our people, they’re heroes, and they need our help.
Read MoreAs the real estate industry continues to change, we are dedicated to helping our community of homeowners, buyers and sellers safely work through the ongoing coronavirus pandemic. The data below will help keep you updated on market activity. Changing regulations are impacting our strategies to safely, legally and successfully sell homes during this time and we are continuing to guide our clients to succeed in this market while minimizing risk.
Read MoreAt Own Marin, the health and safety of our agents, clients, staff, and the communities where they live, work, and play is our #1 priority. Here's how we are managing the new exception of real estate as an essential service. Here's what we can offer to ensure we stay connected and continue to provide you with impeccable service.
Read MoreA quick look at what’s happening behind the scenes in the Marin Real Estate Market since Shelter in Place (SIP) was ordered throughout California due to COVID-19.
Read MoreAs 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!
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