PENDING – 1631 Stanmore Dr., Pleasant Hill, CA – Priced at $599,950

PENDING – 1631 Stanmore Dr., Pleasant Hill, CA – Priced at $599,950

May 5, 2012 by mark · Leave a Comment 

PENDING – What a GREAT HOME at an INCREDIBLE PRICE!! Nestled onto a corner lot on a country-quiet, tree-lined street, this home offers the perfect blend of elegance and home-style living. Whether it’s inviting friends over for a party or just hanging out with the family, you’ll love how this home makes you feel so [...]

SOLD – 881 Avalon Ct, Lafayette, CA – $1,325,000 – Buyer’s Agent

SOLD – 881 Avalon Ct, Lafayette, CA – $1,325,000 – Buyer’s Agent

May 4, 2012 by mark · Leave a Comment 

Represented the buyers on the purchase of this charming Lafayette California trail home. Story-book classic ranch home impeccably updated with the finest amenities. Gourmet kitchen, gleaming hardwood floors, custom trim, crown moldings and marble throughout. French doors in living room, den and master bedroom all open to flat park-like backyard. Walk to schools, trail, library, [...]

SOLD – 161 Davidson Ct., Brentwood, CA – $305,000 – Listing Agent

SOLD – 161 Davidson Ct., Brentwood, CA – $305,000 – Listing Agent

May 3, 2012 by mark · Leave a Comment 

Investor Flip. Purchased as a short sale, updated and sold within 90 days. Completely updated single-story home on corner lot. Move in condition. New granite counters, new travertine floors, new carpet, new appliances. Excellent floor plan. Quiet neighborhood.

Attention Home Buyers: Look at Over-Priced Homes!

April 2, 2012 by mark · Leave a Comment 

Taking a look at over-priced listings can be a smart buyer strategy. Put yourself in the shoes of the seller. You’ve been on the market for 3-4 weeks, then you finally receive an offer that’s below your list price. Initially you’re upset, but it’s not really a surprise since your real estate agent has already [...]

SOLD – 1205 Navellier St., El Cerrito, CA – $430,000 – Buyer’s Agent

SOLD – 1205 Navellier St., El Cerrito, CA – $430,000 – Buyer’s Agent

March 30, 2012 by mark · Leave a Comment 

Adorable home. Well maintained. Wonderful lighting. Hardwood flooring under carpet. Some dual pane windows. Laundry room. Two car garage. Large backyard with sitting areas and lawn. Walk to schools. Easy access to shopping and freeways. The buyer on this property was referred to me by the Redfin Agent Partner Program.

REMAX Announces iPhone APP for Real Estate Search

REMAX Announces iPhone APP for Real Estate Search

March 19, 2012 by mark · Leave a Comment 

REMAX International announced a great new real estate search tool for the iPhone & Android. Learn more (click here)

Buying Foreclosures with Your IRA

March 13, 2012 by mark · Leave a Comment 

Here’s a good article about buying foreclosure properties with money in your IRA account: CNBC Story about buying investment property with your IRA

SOLD – 132 Villa Ct., Lafayette, CA 94549 – $649,000 – Listing Agent

SOLD – 132 Villa Ct., Lafayette, CA 94549 – $649,000 – Listing Agent

February 24, 2012 by mark · Leave a Comment 

Wonderful single story, ranch-style home on a huge level lot tucked into quiet cul-de-sac. Extra large family room perfect for entertaining or family get-togethers. Lots of outdoor living space too. Come see why Lafayette is such a great place to live! 5 Bedrooms, 2 Full Baths 2,328 sq.ft. of living space – on one level [...]

Global Real Estate Search – REMAX

November 8, 2011 by mark · Leave a Comment 

A new RE/MAX website – global.remax.com – will complement remax.com and revolutionize the way consumers search for properties around the world. An industry first – no other real estate brand has a site like it. An industry first – no other real estate brand has a site like it –global.remax.com includes RE/MAX listings in more [...]

Tired of seeing your stock portfolio tank?

October 6, 2011 by mark · Leave a Comment 

Down another 250 points! – for reasons totally out of your control – an analyst downgrade, a change in management, missed earnings target, a lowered outlook- GREECE! The list goes on & on. For reasons beyond your control your stock portfolio drops 3% one day, 2% the next day… with the looming threat of one [...]

SOLD – 3324 Mildred Ln., Lafayette, CA – $635,000 – Buyer’s Agent

SOLD – 3324 Mildred Ln., Lafayette, CA – $635,000 – Buyer’s Agent

August 8, 2011 by mark · Leave a Comment 

Represented buyers on the purchase of this charming Lafayette Valley Estates home. Great starter home with huge potential. Buyers recognized the value! Home included updated kitchen & baths, central heat and air, eat-in kitchen. Large front & backyards. Very light and bright. Large wood deck, RV parking on paved pad. Move-in condition 3 Bedrooms, 2 [...]

Have Carbon Monoxide Monitor Installed Before Appraisal

July 21, 2011 by mark · Leave a Comment 

It’s now happening I just received an appraisal – “subject to” As you all must know by now starting on July 1st, California has joined 23 other states in requiring the installation of Carbon Monoxide Detectors. All existing dwellings intended for human occupancy that have fossil fuel (i.e., gas, coal or wood) burning appliances, fireplaces, [...]

SOLD – 3268 S. Lucille Lane, Lafayette – $745,000 – Buyer’s Agent

SOLD – 3268 S. Lucille Lane, Lafayette – $745,000 – Buyer’s Agent

July 20, 2011 by mark · Leave a Comment 

Updated and expanded rancher next to Lafayette Trails, Lafayette Community Center, Parks & much more. Walk to Burton Valley Elementary. Remodel includes large master suite wit vaulted ceilings, updated gourmet kitchen, large formal living room with wood burning fireplace, spacious family room and breakfast nook off kitchen with sliding doors to expansive back yard. Come [...]

Lafayette, CA Home Sales UP 43% in June 2011, but…

July 13, 2011 by mark · Leave a Comment 

According to the Contra Costa Association of Realtors, home sales in the month of June 2011 were up 43% from June 2010. Although the increase in the number of transactions is a very positive sign, the average sale price during this year-over-year comparison was down 4%. The number of new listings coming to the market [...]

SOLD – 1050 Dolores Dr, Lafayette – $805,000 – Buyer’s Agent

SOLD – 1050 Dolores Dr, Lafayette – $805,000 – Buyer’s Agent

April 7, 2011 by mark · Leave a Comment 

Purchased below market- before being listed on MLS!! I had just put another buyer into contract on a home in Lafayette, when I asked the listing agent if she had anything else she was about to list in Lafayette. It turns out she had the perfect home for another buyer I was working with – [...]

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