February is the best time to visit the new-born elephant seal pups at Drakes Beach in Point Reyes National Seashore. Madeline and Alan recently made the 45-mile trip at end of January to the Chimney Rock Overlook to see the seal colony lounging on the beach. The overlook is an easy, third-of-a-mile walk from the parking area at the end of Chimney Rock Road. It was a sunny winter day without wind Continue Reading
How Proposition 19 Can Reduce Your Property Taxes
Proposition 19 allows eligible homeowners to transfer the taxable value of their existing primary residence to a replacement primary residence. The law, replacing Propositions 60 and 90 on April 1, 2021, gives homeowners more options for moving to a different home for their retirement years. If you are 55 years old or older and meet the requirements, you can apply your existing tax bill to a Continue Reading
Selling Your Marin Home at the Highest Price
https://player.vimeo.com/video/1017321632 Smart Pricing results in a higher final sale price Correct pricing provides a quick and stress-free sale. We work with you to set your price based on: Comparable sales in your neighborhood The condition of your house The upgrades that you have made The location in your neighborhood The profiles of your potential buyers The number Continue Reading
What the NAR Settlement Means for Real Estate in Marin County
NAR Agreed to Settle an Anti-Trust Lawsuit In March, 2024, the National Association of Realtors (NAR) reached a proposed settlement with a group of homebuyers who filed a class action, anti-trust lawsuit accusing the real estate industry for unfair commission practices. Rule changes will go into effect on August 17, 2024. The settlement is still subject to final court approval, to be held on Continue Reading
A Walk on Mount Tamalpais with Madeline
Hike to the Mountain Theater A short walk from the parking area at Rock Creek Springs takes you by the outdoor Mountain Theater, formally known as the Sidney B. Cushing Memorial Amphitheater. This 4,000 seat theater was built by the Conservation Corp in 1933, a few years after the railroad abandoned operation. The theater is home to the annual Mountain Play, established in 1913. Next Stop at the Continue Reading
How to Choose and Work with a Realtor to Sell Your Marin Home
Find and agent with knowledge and experience. Choose an agent who knows the Marin market really well. Working effectively in Marin real estate includes these skills: Knowledge of many towns, neighborhoods, streets, and homes. You don’t need to hire a Realtor who specializes or even lives in a particular neighborhood. An agent with experience often knows the sale history of many Continue Reading
Living on Mount Tamalpais
Muir Woods Park on Mount Tamalpais Homes in Muir Woods Park neighborhood of Mill Valley provides exceptional access to open space, state and national parks, and a rural setting. A few hundred homes at 800 to 1,000 feet above downtown Mill Valley are often set in redwood groves and many have spectacular views of Mount Tamalpias, San Francisco, the San Francisco Bay, and the Pacific Ocean. Muir Continue Reading
China Camp State Park: Escape to Nature in East San Rafael
China Camp State Park is in east San Rafael, CA along the shores of San Pablo Bay, at the north end of San Francisco Bay. The park spans 1,514 acres of grass-covered gentle hills and beaches. China Camp offers many opportunities for hiking, camping, mountain biking, picnics, and running. The park is maintained and managed by the friends of China Camp, which also provides an informative Continue Reading
What are the Real Costs of Home Ownership in Marin?
For those wishing to purchase a home in Marin County, it’s important know that the costs of home ownership go beyond the purchase price and monthly mortgage payments, property taxes, and insurance. To make sure you’re prepared, we’ve put together a helpful roadmap that walks you through the costs associated with owning a home in Marin. You will have relatively predictable monthly and yearly Continue Reading
How to Buy a Marin County Home in Foreclosure
Buying a Marin home in foreclosure may make good sense for real estate investors and homebuyers. That’s because these homes are usually lower priced. But the old adage “buyer beware” definitely applies here and working with an experienced Realtor is a must. A foreclosed home may look like a great deal, but – as we discuss below – looks can be deceiving. We’ll walk you through each of the three Continue Reading
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