It is that time again to vote for the best of the best. From best frozen yogurt to best real estate company it is all in there. Although you can't vote for us specifically help our office come out on top.
Under Home Maintenance vote for Frank Howard Allen as the best real estate company.
Pacific Sun Best of Marin 2012
Deadline to vote is January 29th.
As we set off into this year of interesting uncertainties it is important to keep our perspective on what we want to accomplish for the year. It is said that we get what we expect although we all expected some rain in December and that didn't happen.
What is your resolution concerning your financial improvement picture and is real estate part of it? It should be, because we expect it to be a turning point for many. It's going to be a painful lesson for some and a boom for others who take advantage of the market rather than complain about it.
Like the absence of rain, there is currently an absence of home inventory.
· Currently 887 properties on the market
Our Marin Real Estate Facebook page is becoming the best place to stay up to date on Marin Real Estate news. We are actively working day-to-day to find the best information for our clients and friends and we post it here!
"Plenty of people miss their share of happiness. Not because they never found it - but because they did not stop to enjoy it."
Happiest of Holidays to you and your family. And all the best for the New Year!
Each year, San Rafael unofficially celebrates the beginning of the holiday season with its annual lighted boat parade in the San Rafael Canal. Boaters throughout Marin County devote many hours and days preparing their vessels with lit decorations for what has become one of the largest lighted boat parades in the Bay Area & the West Coast.
On December 17th from 6-8pm come and enjoy the floating artwork, music & innovative fun. Presented by Community Action Marin & local yacht clubs.
Looking at the numbers and sensing the direction of the market, we see opportunities abound for both buyers and sellers.
Currently:
Inventory is low because of the time of year and also because some sellers are standing in the sidelines. These Seller know they have to move in the next year but are watching the economic and political gyrations and silently hoping it will all affect the housing market in a positive way. However, as they evaluate their options, there is an opportunity for serious sellers to have their home made available to serious buyers who come out over the holidays. 
It may be winter but you can still find a Farmers' Market in Marin County. Print and post to your bulletin board. Now you know when and where to go for your organic fruits and vegetables!
Sausalito Farmers' Market (Sausalito):
When: June-Nov, Sun 10am-2pm
Where: Dunphy Park
Ross Valley…
The holidays are just around the corner. With family coming into town you might be looking for activities to do. Here is one of our favorite Thanksgiving day outdoor activities (besides football in the street).
A hike to Cataract falls is a beautiful escape just about 5 minutes above the town of Fairfax. It is uphill at first but then it is mostly level, an easy hike for 8 and up; 2.6 out and back. It follows a ridge so if it’s sunny in the winter you get to enjoy the day. Bring layers though cause it then it drops down to the cool falls. You can also stay on the ridge and sit in the sun or just go back and be glad you were out and about. So pop in the bird and hit the trails. A good Thanksgiving or Christmas hike.
Directions: about 5 miles…
This Thursday, November 17th, several amazing restaurants in Marin are participating in Homeward Bound of Marin, Dine Out to End Hunger Event. Make your reservation and enjoy a evening on the town. 20% of your food bill will go toward Homeward Bound of Marin. No coupons are required - simply invite your friends and family and enjoy. Make your reservations directly with the restaurant and open the holiday season by helping to end homelessness in Marin.
Participating Restaurants:
Il Fonaio, Corte Madera; Insalata's, San Anselmo; Marinitas, San Anselmo; Piatti Ristorante and Bar, Mill Valley, Rickey's Restaurant, Novato; The Station House Cafe, Point Reyes Station; The Tavern at Lark Creek, Larkspur; Vin Antico, San Rafael; Yankee Pier, Larkspur.
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Dress your House for Success - 5 Fast, Easy Steps to Selling your House, Apartment, or Condo for the Highest Possible Price! by Martha Webb and Sarah Parson Zackheim.