Understanding Today's Homebuyer

What follows is the result of a telephone survey of 1400 California homebuyer's who closed escrow in the first quarter of 2011

1. Of the 1400 Homeowner's

94% used an agent

58% found their agent online

56% interviewed at least 2 agents

51% Googled their agent (have you googled yourself lately)

93% were receptive to communication via social media

54% would work with their agent again

 

2. Question: How did you find your agent?

58% Internet

11% Referral

9% Friend/Relative

9% had worked with agent previously

 

3. Question: How many agents did you interview?

One 44%

Two 36%

Two + 20%

 

4. Question: Why did you choose your agent?

Most Responsive 28%

First to Respond 17%

Worked with agent before 18%

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A recent Marin Independent Journal presented a more positive outlook on the Marin real estate market than it has had in a long time. The number of sales in June rose 6 percent, the median price edged up, and the number of properties placed under contract in June rose 29.5% over the same time last year. Right now there is a lack of inventory and well priced homes are getting multiple offers, like the Kentfied home that got 14 offers and boosted the price from $1.2 million to $1.6 million! One of the best quotes of the article was that for homeowners "It's really the best little moment in time to sell in a while but they don't know that."

Along with this positive news is the news release that Governor Brown just signed into law  Senate Bill 458, which…

Some positive news in the Independent Journal over the weekend: Marin Home Sales on the Rise, Prices Edge Up.

Fall tends to be a great time for both buyers and sellers in the real estate market.  We had a great open house turnout of serious buyers at our new listing 800 Fawn Drive San Anselmo.  Call us and we can help you find or sell you property today!

This is a new listing and it a great deal - 46 Cordone Drive San Anselmo. 

 

This is a 2 bedroom and 1 bath home that is charming with a zen like yard.  Character abounds with this property.  You are drawn to the outside but feel incredibly warm inside the house.  There are Mt. Tam views with one car garage and extra storage.  This property is open on Sunday 07-17-11 from 1-4pm.  Priced at $659,000!!

 

Call us if you would like to see this property.  We know which homes are good deals and we help our buyers find them! 

Here is our lastest listing, 800 Fawn Drive San Anselmo, CA 94960.  We will be open this Sunday July 17th from 2-4pm.  Stop by to see the views and enjoy the private setting.  This could be your next home!

 

Enjoy the splendid seclusion that only a knoll top setting can provide. A very special site with huge 240 degree views of the Ross Valley and the bay.  At the top of Fawn in an area where homes are rarely for sale, this spot is a hidden gem.  

 

This home has an open floor plan which maximizes the natural light and views this site has to offer. The property has three bedrooms, two baths all recently updated. The living room looks at the bay and has an adjoining bedroom and bath. The large kitchen has a breakfast bar and pass-through with…

Want to keep up to date on the Sleepy Hollow Real Estate Market?  Bookmark MarinRealEstate.net and check back here for all Sleepy Hollow real estate market updates.Here is this month’s real estate update on new listings and sold properties in Sleepy Hollow in San Anselmo.

• Number of Listings: 9
• Average List Price: $1,487,889
• Average Days on Market: 86
• Number of Sold: 10
• Average Sold Price: $1,1047,750

What are the real estate market updates in Sleepy Hollow since our last post?  Check it out!

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Contact us and we can give you the most up to date information.

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