Nationwide, a chill has fallen on the luxury market as the financial debacle unfolds. Historically, many of the luxury homes and ultra-luxury homes sold in Marin County went to buyers who earned their livings in the financial sector. It appears that those buyers have stepped back from the market for the time being. Meanwhile, the [...]

Formidable power and influence are now focussed on the worldwide economic situation. While the impact of governmental actions will have on the overall housing market is uncertain, most analysts advise those actions will help stabilize the financial markets, and in turn, real estate. Certainly, in Marin County, homes are selling. 

The fatalism of national media outlets is [...]

Dear Mill Valley Homeowners– breathe easy. While the economic news is not good, your insightful decision to purchase Mill Valley real estate has likely left you in a good position. While prices tumble in other areas, even in the San Francisco Bay Area, you should, and will be, OK as we are not susceptible to [...]

Lots of uncertainty in the air–but, San Rafael’s real estate market continues performing well as we approach the spooky time of year. Consistent with the past quarter, about 30% of homes in the under $800,000 price range in escrow (that is down 6% from last month, but demonstrates market resilience). There are 20 homes for sale under [...]

We had drizzle of rain last week and today is blustery and cold. Autumn is definitely sinking in. Yet, despite the apparent problems faced by many around the country, the Novato real estate market is teetering on "hot." Buyers are focused and seemingly undeterred.
 
Sellers with a need to sell are embracing aggressive pricing measures as foreclosures continue sapping equity from [...]