Marin Schools + Education 
Marin County school systems information. Information on the educational system in Marin including both private and public schools.
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Investment property tips: a few dos and don'ts
Sunday, April 29th, 2012 at 9:54am. 234 Views, 0 Comments.
I have had numerous rental properties in 3 Bay Area counties over the last 12 years and I have come up with a short list of dos and don'ts when buying rental properties that I'd like to share with you. This is just my opinion and I am sure others have different thoughts. Understanding that owning rental property is an interactive investment is most important. Even if you plan on having a property management company help you it is still a hands on investment that will require your time, energy and money.
1. Tax benefits and rate of return: Check with your CPA about how this property will or won't benefit you tax wise. What rate of return is a realistic expectation? How does this real estate investment compare to other investments you could make with…
Why Residents of Marin County Love Living Here (Part 2)
Tuesday, February 28th, 2012 at 11:40am. 166 Views, 0 Comments.
As an east coast transplant, I love meeting new people and hearing why they love living in Marin County. I was able to catch up with a few more Marin residents, here's what they had to say:
I chose to live in Larkspur because of the convenience to the freeway. The town itself is filled with natural beauty and great trails for hiking. Larkspur is centrally located and has the best downtown area for shopping and eating at great restaurants. The weather is absolutely amazing and I can get to the East Bay to visit my family very easily. - Jocelyn, Larkspur
I love living in San Rafael, specifically the Dominican neighborhood because of the location to the college. It's a beautiful setting; I have Redwood trees in my backyard. I'm a 5 minute walk into…
Thinking of moving to Kentfield for the schools?
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…
Why Residents of Marin County Love Living Here
Friday, December 30th, 2011 at 9:40am. 282 Views, 0 Comments.
When deciding to move to Marin County from New York City a few years
ago, my husband and I knew we wanted to live in a place that was beautiful and
temperate all year round. Frankly, we were tired of the cold winters and
knowing our family would be growing we wanted to be somewhere very kid
friendly. A few years later, we are settled into San Rafael and couldn't
imagine our lives anywhere else. The ease of life whether it's going to the
park in the middle of winter, being close to shopping or going out to a great
dinner; it's all within our reach.
I joined a Mothers Club in Marin when my daughter was born and
was fortunate to meet many families who live in Marin for similar reasons. As a
Realtor, I felt it was important to blog why residents…
22 Atwood Avenue, Sausalito - JUST SOLD!
Wednesday, December 21st, 2011 at 12:59pm. 303 Views, 0 Comments.
I am very excited to announce that I represented buyers in securing front row seats to the America's Cup beginning in the summer of 2012! These clients successfully closed escrow on 22 Atwood Avenue in Sausalito earlier today. This home is brand new, eco-friendly construction with unparalleled views of the bay, city skyline and beyond. Boasting a location that is within walking distance to downtown Sausalito as well as located at the top of the the Second Street steps, this property is sophisticated and well designed for enjoying maximum, world-class views. There were numerous high end amenities featured in this home including hand-scraped burma teak floors, bronze and mahogany doors and windows as well as custom wrought iron balconies and…
Montessori Schools in Marin - Your Options
Wednesday, November 30th, 2011 at 10:40pm. 326 Views, 1 Comments.
Marin County offers several Montessori school options. Whether you are relocating to Marin with young children or have lived here a long time, but are in the process of researching Montessori options in Marin, thought I’d write a little bit about a few of the schools I have researched and know families whose children attend these schools.
Several Marin Montessori schools follow and are inspired by the principles of Association Montessori International. If you are a new resident in the area and decide to look and enroll your children in schools connected to the international Montessori school, consider Abbey Montessori, Montessori de Terra Linda and Marin Montessori.
Montessori schools in Marin provide…
Bel Marin Keys Homes
Friday, September 30th, 2011 at 10:10pm. 384 Views, 0 Comments.
Recently, I have had several clients interested in purchasing Bel Marin Keys real estate in Novato, CA. This is a hidden away part of Marin County that not everyone knows about. And it's some of the most affordable waterfront property in Marin!
Home sales in this neighborhood range from $500,000 to $1,000,000 or more depending on size, waterfront, upgrades, etc. Many of these homes have deep water docks. There are currently 4 listings in the neighborhood and these listings ranging from $600,000 to $900,000. To see what's available, register to search homes on the Marin Modern website. To find out what Bel Marin Keys homes are open this Sunday, visit our Marin Open Homes pages.
With the palm trees, docks in many backyards, and the warm sunny…
Marin School Test Scores | How Marin Students Compare To State Averages
Monday, August 22nd, 2011 at 2:36pm. 364 Views, 0 Comments.
Students of Marin County Schools scored well in the recent results released regarding the annual Standardized Testing and Reporting exams (STAR). In fact, they outperformed state averages by a significant margin. The tests measure second through seventh grade students' proficiency in math and English.
According to the Marin IJ, 73.4% of Marin students were proficient in English, whereas 54% of all California students in those grades were proficient in English. Marin Students also averaged better in math than the state, coming in at 66.1% compared to 50%. "The significant and sustained improvements we've seen for nine consecutive years prove how hard teachers, school employees, administrators and parents are working to…
Marin County Schools-How do I decide?
Saturday, July 30th, 2011 at 6:34pm. 307 Views, 0 Comments.
Deck Views from Mill Valley, California
So, you've made the decision to move to Marin County. On top of all of the other things that pop up during a move (home inspections, price negotiations, etc), you need to choose a school for your kids. One might think that this is a quick and easy decision- just send them to the school in your neighborhood, right? Not necessarily. The school that you choose to send your child to is going to be one that is instrumental in shaping them as a human being, so it is best carefully thought out and planned. I have complied a few things that will help you when it comes to deciding where to send your most precious cargo.
- Talk to other parents. They will be the ones who can tell you all the great things about the school,…
Marin Schools | Larkspur-Corte Madera School District Aims To Change Name And Expand
Wednesday, July 13th, 2011 at 12:14am. 381 Views, 0 Comments.
Residents of Corte Madera and Larkspur alike are looking to add Corte Madera to the name of the school district that it shares with Larkspur as a two-school district. Neil Cummins Elementary School is in Corte Madera and Hall Middle School is in Larkspur. The new (old) name would be the Larkspur-Corte Madera School District.
Corte Madera is currently home to 814 of the students in the district as opposed to 469 students living in Larkspur, according to the Marin IJ. The district is also hoping to add a third school in Corte Madera. However, it would require some building expansion to the existing site, as well as retrofitting. The district's superintendent recently approached the Corte Madera Community Foundation to discuss a…