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How to Write the Winning Offer in a Multiple Offer Situation
By: Annalise Demuth Thursday, May 10th, 2012 at 10:15am. 169 Views, 0 Comments.
Have you heard? It's all over the news. Multiple offers are back! Yikes.
So how do you navigate this crazy market and still end up with a house you want for the price you want? Uh hem... it would probably be best for you to change your perspective. If you're looking to buy a house now and you've got the mentality that your buying in a buyers market, you'll add frustration and a lot of time to your search. The current market is no longer a buyers market! Take my advice and the sane, sound advice of your realtor. Position yourself to be the strongest offer on the table by following these steps.
One, get pre-approved. I didn't say pre-qualified. I said pre-approved. The difference is you've got a written reply from the BANK of how…
JUST SOLD - 177 Canal #23, San Rafael
By: Annalise Demuth Monday, May 7th, 2012 at 3:08pm. 108 Views, 0 Comments.
I just sold a great little condo at 177 Canal Street #23, San Rafael for $105,000. It
was a bank owned property.
This little gem of a unit is located at the end of the complex on the third floor
(the highest floor). It has peek-a-boo views of the canal. The complex is well
kept and many of the HOA board members had a vested interest in keeping up the
property. The HOA is in sound financial condition! There's a pool, laundry
rooms on each floor, a storage unit for each unit, a newly paved driveway, almost
new roof! The landscaping is well manicured and there weren't any upcoming special assessments. The dues
were reasonable and the HOA used the reserves well.
I loved working with my clients on the purchase of this property. My clients'
perspective for…
Multiple Offers in Marin? You've got to be joking!
By: Annalise Demuth Tuesday, April 3rd, 2012 at 8:24am. 133 Views, 0 Comments.
With historically low interest rates, and real estate down to 2002 prices why on earth would there be multiple offers on a property?
Every Wednesday and Thursday I tour the inventory of new houses on the market in Marin County. Last week, the water cooler conversation among the realtors touring houses was how tight the market is in Marin County. I kept over hearing conversations about multiple offers (across all price points), pre-emptive offers and listing agents holding off offers until the house has had enough exposure.
What does this mean for buyers? Be prepared. Don't even bother looking at houses until you're pre-approved. Well priced homes are not staying on the market very long. And when you find a house you really like, don't…
Some fun restaurants for families in Central Marin
By: Annalise Demuth Wednesday, February 29th, 2012 at 10:44am. 204 Views, 0 Comments.
One of the most common questions I get when folks are looking to buy real estate in Marin County is where do I go out for dinner with the kids? I live in the Ross Valley area and become and expert in the local family friendly restaurants that are a 10 minute drive from my house. You know, the ones with the crayons and kids menus? In Larkspur I love The Yankee Pier. Great sustainable seafood, a great wine list and a great kids menu with kids favorites like fish and chips. In Greenbrae I like the Wipeout Bar and Grill. There is outdoor seating, 3 (off the top of my head) large (and I mean large) screen TVs, a full bar and a simple inexpensive menu suitable for kids and adults. Lastly, my all time favorite family friendly restaurant…
Thinking of moving to Kentfield for the schools?
By: Annalise Demuth Thursday, January 12th, 2012 at 9:41pm. 300 Views, 0 Comments.
Great idea. Being a Kentfield School District (KSD) parent I thought I might blog about my experience with the schools and why I like living in Kentfield.
A little background. I moved here on a whim. Well, not entirely. I picked Kentfield because my son (now in 5th grade at Kent Middle School) was nearing the first day of Kindergarten and I like to hike. As it happens Kentfield has a great school district and a number of local hiking trails on Mount Tamalpais.
The Kentfield School District is comprised of two schools, Bacich Elementary and Kent Middle School. Bacich Elementary serves children from K-4th grade and Kent Middle School serves children from 5th -8th grade.
You'd think after 6 years of car line duty and Halloween…
Greenbrae - 240 Eliseo Drive Sunday Open House 12/11 2-4
By: Annalise Demuth Saturday, December 10th, 2011 at 10:32am. 239 Views, 0 Comments.
$929,000 - Wonderful Mt. Tam view home with 3 beds/3 baths and a bonus room. Move-in condition, large patio, re-done hardwood floors, new paint, carpet and crown molding, picture views of Mt. Tam from 4 rooms! Close by Bon Air Shopping Center, Larkspur Ferry, 580/101, an easy commute in any direction, and it's located in the coveted Bacich Elimentary, Kent Middle School and Redwood High School Districts.
Here's what the sellers say about living in this house, "Security, privacy, views and the school district were paramount for us when we were looking for a home. 240 Eliseo Drive, Greenbrae turned out to be the perfect house because of how it is sighted on the lot. Perpendicular to the street, there are only two windows facing the street. The house…
Greenbrae - 3/3 Mt. Tam View Home Open Sunday Dec 4th 2-4
By: Annalise Demuth Thursday, December 1st, 2011 at 4:49pm. 252 Views, 0 Comments.
$929,000 - Wonderful Mt. Tam view home with 3 beds/3 baths and a bonus room. Move-in condition, large patio, re-done hardwood floors, new paint, carpet and crown molding, picture views of Mt. Tam from 4 rooms! Close by Bon Air Shopping Center, Larkspur Ferry, 580/101, an easy commute in any direction, and it's located in the coveted Bacich Elimentary, Kent Middle School and Redwood High School Districts.
Here's what the sellers say about living in this house, "Security, privacy, views and the school district were paramount for us when we were looking for a home. 240 Eliseo Drive, Greenbrae turned out to be the perfect house because of how it is sighted on the lot. Perpendicular to the street, there are only two windows facing the street. The house…
Greenbrae - 3/3 Mt. Tam Views, Tam and Kent School Districts, Open Sunday 2-4 11/20
By: Annalise Demuth Friday, November 18th, 2011 at 9:07am. 206 Views, 0 Comments.
$950,000 - Wonderful Mt. Tam view home with 3 beds/3 baths and a bonus room. Move-in condition, large patio, re-done hardwood floors, new paint, carpet and crown molding, picture views of Mt. Tam from 4 rooms! Close by Bon Air Shopping Center, Larkspur Ferry, 580/101, an easy commute in any direction, and it's located in the coveted Bacich Elimentary, Kent Middle School and Redwood High School Districts.
Here's what the sellers say about living in this house, "Security, privacy, views and the school district were paramount for us when we were looking for a home. 240 Eliseo Drive, Greenbrae turned out to be the perfect house because of how it is sighted on the lot. Perpendicular to the street, there are only two windows facing the street. The house…
Greenbrae - Mt. Tam View Home 3/3 Kentfield and Tamalpais School District Sunday 11/6 2-4:30
By: Annalise Demuth Friday, November 4th, 2011 at 1:37pm. 234 Views, 0 Comments.
$950,000 - Wonderful Mt. Tam view home with 3 beds/3 baths and a bonus room. Move-in condition, large patio, re-done hardwood floors, new paint, carpet and crown molding, picture views of Mt. Tam from 4 rooms! Close by Bon Air Shopping Center, Larkspur Ferry, 580/101, an easy commute in any direction, and it's located in the coveted Bacich Elimentary, Kent Middle School and Redwood High School Districts.
Here's what the sellers say about living in this house, "Security, privacy, views and the school district were paramount for us when we were looking for a home. 240 Eliseo Drive, Greenbrae turned out to be the perfect house because of how it is sighted on the lot. Perpendicular to the street, there are only two windows facing the street. The house…
Greenbrae - 3/3 Open Sunday 2-4:30 10/30 Mt. Tam Views, Sunny and Private, Kentfield and Tam School District
By: Annalise Demuth Thursday, October 27th, 2011 at 4:32pm. 223 Views, 0 Comments.
$950,000 - Wonderful Mt. Tam view home with 3 beds/3 baths and a bonus room. Move-in condition, large patio, re-done hardwood floors, new paint, carpet and crown molding, picture views of Mt. Tam from 4 rooms! Close by Bon Air Shopping Center, Larkspur Ferry, 580/101, an easy commute in any direction, and it's located in the coveted Bacich Elimentary, Kent Middle School and Redwood High School Districts.
Here's what the sellers say about living in this house, "Security, privacy, views and the school district were paramount for us when we were looking for a home. 240 Eliseo Drive, Greenbrae turned out to be the perfect house because of how it is sighted on the lot. Perpendicular to the street, there are only two windows facing the street. The house…