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
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
Best Home Locations in Marin Country for Sailing
Marin is surrounded by water, with the Pacific Ocean on its west coast and San Francisco Bay to the east and south. Whether sailing on the Bay or canoeing on a lagoon, boat owners have a wide choice of residential neighborhoods that have either direct access to private moorings or are located close to marinas, yacht clubs, and inland lagoons. Here are the options: Sausalito In addition to its Continue Reading
What is Staging?
Staging can take can involve different tasks from remodeling to organizing. Madeline Schaider Real Estate can facilitate sellers in identifying which level of service is needed: Extensive remodel. This may include minor reconfiguration, remodeling the kitchen and bathrooms, painting, carpeting, wood flooring, new appliances, and landscaping. Cosmetic remodel. Painting and flooring are Continue Reading
Why You Need a Dedicated Buyers Agent
Why Use a Buyer's Agent? Here are the simple answers: To save you money and avoid frustration. To locate off-market properties. To ensure that a property meets your needs. To ensure that you are buying a property without unexpected problems. To protect your investment. To have the best chance of winning among multiple offers. To manage the complex technical and legal Continue Reading
Marin County Rules for Short-Term Rentals
What is a Short-Term Rental? A Short-Term Rental (STR) is a furnished residential living space available for a stay of 30 consecutive days or less. STRs are commonly listed on websites like AirBnB, VRBO, and FlipKey. STR's permit homeowners to supplement their income. While some cities and towns in Marin County prohibit STRs, others allow them and have detailed ordinances governing the Continue Reading
Why are Home Warranties Important in Real Estate Transactions?
Home Warranties Protect Buyers and Sellers We believe that a home warranty is an essential part of every home purchase. A home warranty benefits both sellers and buyers. A seller can create a feeling of confidence in the buyer, who will be protected against repair bills should an appliance or system fail. We have had many satisfied home buyers who have used their home warranty to correct problems Continue Reading
Benefits and Drawbacks of Buying a Condo in Marin County
What is a Condo? A condominium, also known as a condo, is a home owned by the occupant in a complex containing multiple living units. These units may be in one or more buildings. Here are the characteristics of a condo: The condo owner owns exclusively the inside of the unit, from the walls inward—also called the airspace. The owner shares communal property, including the building Continue Reading
How do You Price a Home in Marin County?
Determining the value of a Marin home is a complex process We’re often asked, “How do you determine the asking price for a property?” The primary tool for gauging the fair market value of a residential property is real estate comparables (“comps”). But comps only go so far, especially in a place like Marin County where many variables come into play. What are comps? Comps look primarily at Continue Reading
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