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122 Garden Avenue, San Rafael

From the minute you step onto your garden-like deck you are captivated by the expansive views. Fall in love with the loveliness of this unique home as you enter the high-ceiling living room. You cannot help but appreciate the beauty inside and out, with natural lighting from two stories of panoramic windows that outline magnificent views.

                                    

 Your open kitchen with newer stainless appliances offers yet another a lovely view of the greenery, along with a pass thru window to the deck. Adjoining the kitchen is a cozy eating area, looking out onto the ivy-covered hillside. Two ideal-sized bedrooms – one currently used as an office - and a beautifully remodeled bath with walk-in...

956 Loma Linda Ave. El Sobrante - Just Listed


Situated on a quiet street, 956 Loma Linda is a well maintained 3 BD, 2 BA single family home with spacious and private front and backyards. The home features an updated kitchen and baths, solid hardwood flooring and tile throughout, and a large, double height 2 car garage. The transition from indoors to outdoors is made seamless through sliding glass doors from both living and dining areas leading directly to the sunny backyard. Both living and dining rooms feature recessed lighting, and all of the home's windows and sliding doors have been recently updated.

Conveniently located to nearby schools, shopping (Hilltop Mall), and all other necessities. El Sobrante is an ideal commuter location, take Hwy 80 directly to San Francisco or Oakland, or choose BART as your mode of transportation. Live...

A 'Buyer' in Hand is Worth Two in the Bush

A ‘Buyer’ in Hand is Worth Two in the Bush | MyKCM

In today’s highly competitive seller’s market where there are more buyers than there are homes for them to buy, some sellers may feel like the ball is in their court.

And they would be right when it comes to choosing which offer to accept, the closing date, or even which improvements they are willing to make to their house prior to selling.

One thing to remember though, is that there is always a line that shouldn’t be crossed.

Interest rates can change, financing might not go through, the appraisal might not come back at the price that you have agreed to. These are all opportunities to work with your buyer to make sure that the sale still happens.

You may think that, because buyer demand is so high right now, you can...

2 Park Terrace, Mill Valley CA 94941 – Just listed!

2 Park Terrace, Mill Valley CA 94941 – Just listed! 2 Park Terrace Grassy CourtyardFabulous 3 level townhome style condo with stylish and tasteful updates located in coveted Sycamore/Tamalpais Park. Close to restaurants, schools and services with easy freeway access making it an excellent commute location. 2 Park Terrace has a residential address with an Urban feel. If you’re not sure you want to move to Marin from SF this is the ideal place for you!

2 Park Terrace KitchenThis 3-level town home has been meticulously updated with high end...

3 Tips to Succeed in Today's Real Estate Market

3 Tips to Succeed in Today’s Real Estate Market | MyKCM

In today’s highly competitive real estate market, where inventory levels are not keeping up with the constant stream of buyer demand, there are steps you can take to ensure you are most prepared for success when buying a home.

The 3 tips we are going to expand on today come from a recent blog by Trulia entitled, The Skinny on Skinny Inventory.

1. Be Prepared...

4 Thornton Ct. Novato CA 94945: SOLD!

4 Thornton Ct. Novato CA 94945 has new owners!

Well, after several attempts at other properties, my client’s offer was accepted on 4 Thornton Ct. This property checked all the boxes and in my opinion, was the best property for my buyer. One level ranch with a pool and fantastic outdoor space for entertaining! Once again, I could get my clients offer accepted before the public open houses. Curious how that works…call me.

The market is hard in general to get into because of the lack of inventory. But the market for single level homes that appeal to downsizers is even harder. Why? Because the downsizers are competing with the first-time buyers and up-sizers. The sale to a downsizer can be tricky because they are used to a bigger house and may have to compromise, they are usually not in a...

51 Pinheiro Cr. Novato CA 9494: SOLD!

51 Pinheiro Cr. Novato CA 94945 has new owners!

I’m so happy for my first-time home buyers that just closed on their gorgeous Marin home. They were able to jump to the head of the line and get their winning offer accepted before any public open houses. This does not happen very often, but occasionally there is a seller that needs to get their home in escrow quickly in order to move forward on their replacement property. Luckily this was the case for us. My buyers acted quickly and met with their awesome lender and as a team, we were able to beat out the competition and get our offer accepted.

51 Pinheiro is a large home that my buyers can grow into as well as share now with family and friends. They love that...

1917 Grand Ave. San Rafael, CA 94901: New Listing & Open Sunday

I'm excited to announce my new listing at 1917 Grand Ave. San Rafael. Open Sunday 1-4

Well maintained home

Lovingly and well maintained by original owners, this 1950’s Sunset Magazine designed home, has been remodeled and updated for new homeowner. Set on a corner lot close to town, commute and open space, this 3 bedroom 1.5 bath home is filled with natural light and is in move-in condition. You will love the new kitchen with new stainless-steel appliances, quartz counters, tile backsplash and gorgeous white cabinets. The bathrooms have been updated and double pane windows installed through most of the home. Nice sized bedrooms with refinished hardwood floors and nature views really complete the home. Built by the trustee’s father back in 1952,...