Marin Modern Real Estate Blog

Looking for something fun to do this weekend enjoying our great Marin weather?  How about the Marin County Fair & Fireworks Show!  This is a very fun event for you and your family. Runs July 1st through July 5th @ Marin Civic Center Fairgrounds, San Rafael. Fun attractions, food, concerts, special exhibits, arts and crafts, carnival rides, farm animals with petting zoo's and more!

Corte Madera 4th of July parade begins at Redwood High School at 10:30 and ends at Corte Madera Town Center. Lots of fun festivities, arts and crafts, plus food and live entertainment at Corte Madera Town Park 9am to 5 pm.

Sausalito 4th of July Parade starts at 10am at 2nd and Main Streets and ends at Dunphy Park. Starting at 12 noon, enjoy an afternoon of ...

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Perfectly situated on a tiny knoll overlooking open space in the distance and just steps to Sun Valley Elementary school, this original condition 1950's home at 2425 5th Avenue, San Rafael (Sun Valley neighborhood) is truly a diamond in the ruff.   The home features 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, hardwood flooring, fireplace and huge backyard. 

I represented the buyers in this multiple bid transaction. With perserverance and negotiation, I was able to secure the home for my clients for $519,000.   With a little sweat equity and time, this home's value will significantly increase in the years to come.  I am thrilled for my clients!

If you are thinking that a cosmetic fixer home might be something you would like to consider, contact me. I...

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This architecturally stunning emotional custom home was designed to take advantage of the breath-taking views of Mt. Tamalpais.  In one of the most desirable neighborhoods in Mill Valley and walking distance to downtown, this almost 4,000 sq.ft. homes features a walk in wine seller for the serious oenophile, 4 spacious bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, 3 fireplaces, family room, office and decks off of many of the living areas and all on a private 1/2 acre lot.

This home sold for $1,907,500.    The sale of this property is significant.  Homes in this price range are taking on average 90 days to sell.   Out of 26 homes in this price range, only 6 have sold this year.  With a lot of hard work, marketing and negotiation, we were able to sell the...

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Yesterday the Treasury successfully auctioned off $27 Billion in 7 year notes with bids being much higher then expected. As a result, the benchmark 10 year treasury note closed at a much lower 3.50%. This means that mortgage rates also moved lower (improved) today and will likely improve again early next week.

If you have been sitting on the fence, and were disappointed in missing the very low rates that existed 4-8 weeks ago, this may be your opportunity.    Whether you are interested in refinancing or buying a new Marin home or condo in Marin, now might be a good time to explore your options especially since home prices are down and inventory is starting to rise in Marin County.

Below you fill find a summary of current rates.  If...

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Finally, there is some good news for folks who bought Marin real estate in the last five or six years. You could see your property taxes go down without having to do a thing, depending upon where they live.

Just in case, it's a good idea to check your assessed value and compare it to comps in your area. If you are having trouble with this, or would like assistance, let me know and I would be happy to help. July 1 marks the beginning of the appeal period for formal assessment review for fiscal year 2009-10 by the county Assessment Appeals Board. The filing period runs through Nov. 30.

Here is a look at how the number of reassessments are stacking up for Marin County:

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