Marin County Water Providers Marin County has two cooperating agencies that supply our drinking (potable) water to most of our ca. 260,000 residents: Marin Water (previously known as Marin Municipal Water District or MMWD) serves southern and central Marin from Sausalito through San Rafael and the San Geronimo Valley in West Marin. North Marin Water District (NMWD) serves the City of Continue Reading
Green Building in Marin
Finally, we are thinking about the resources that we are using and the environmental quality of our Marin homes. Green building is a buzzword in Marin and across the country. You can read a explanation of green building on Wikipedia. Here is what Green Building means: Thoughtful use of resources including water and energy. Reuse of building materials, like lumber. Healthy interior Continue Reading
Keeping Your Property Taxes Low – Senior Exemptions
How Senior Homeowners Can Lower Their Property Taxes When you sell your home and buy another home anywhere in California, Proposition 19 allows homeowners 55 or older to save on property taxes. You can continue to pay the amount of your existing property taxes if you sell your home and buy a replacement house of equal or less value. If your replacement home has a higher value, you can still save Continue Reading
Madeline Schaider Real Estate Voted a Neighborhood Fave in 2023 by Nextdoor
Madeline Schaider Real Estate was named one of Nextdoor’s 2023 Neighborhood Faves, recognized by neighbors as a favorite local businesses. This recognition is only awarded to 1% of the local businesses on Nextdoor to acknowledge the positive impact they have on their community. Madeline thanks her neighbors for their confidence and loyalty for over 30 years. Continue Reading
Accessory Units (ADUs) in Marin County
Solving the Lack of Housing in Marin: Implementing Senate Bill 9 (SB 9) The California Housing Opportunity and More Efficiency (“HOME”) Act, also known as SB 9, paves the way to increased housing in residential Marin neighborhoods. California needs more affordable housing, estimated to be 2-3 million new homes by 2025. The law focuses on more housing in these single-family neighborhoods. Continue Reading
What to Look for in HOA Documents
Evaluating the Features and Finances of a Townhouse or Condo If you're buying a townhouse or condo in Marin County, one significant task that demands your diligent attention is a review of the Homeowners Association Documents (HOA docs). When you buy a townhouse or condo, you're buying into a community. Because of this, understanding the financial health of the HOA, monthly fees, and Continue Reading
Marin County Guide to Consignment Stores and Donations
At Madeline Schaider Real Estate, we understand the challenges that come with moving homes. One of your biggest challenges may be what to do with extra possessions. When moving, it's useful first to assess your needs: What you're keeping. What you're giving to your family. What you're selling. What you're donating. What you are throwing away. We suggest that you first Continue Reading
Walk with Madeline to Cascade Falls and the Cascade Canyon Loop
One of Madeline's favorite Mill Valley walks at any time of year is the Cascade Canyon Loop in Mill Valley, California. In the winter and early spring, extra treats are Cascade Falls and the rushing Old Mill and Cascade Creeks. Here is the route: Start at Old Mill Park on Throckmorton Ave., a short walk from the town square. You can easily park along the street. You can explore the Continue Reading
Madeline Schaider Again Voted as Best in Marin!
Madeline Schaider was voted the Best Realtor and the Best Real Estate Office in Marin for 2023, for the 4th year. The Marin Independent Journal Readers' Choice award recognized Madeline's effectiveness and dedication to her clients for 34 years. Thanks Marin! We owe this recognition to our many clients and friends who believe in us. Thanks to all! What it takes to be an exceptional Continue Reading
Luxury Homes Sold in Marin County in 2022
The Marin luxury home market continues to flourish with homes bringing record high prices. 147 Marin homes sold in 2022 for more than $4.6M and are considered luxury homes. Most of these homes reside in Belvedere, Mill Valley, Ross, and Tiburon. Here are the five most expensive homes of the 147 sold. This information is courtesy of the Marin Multiple Listing Services (MLS). Ross Continue Reading
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