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Marin Bank Owned / REO / Foreclosed Homes as of 06/06/09

June 6th, 2009 5:35 PM

MARIN COUNTY BANK OWNED / REO / FORECLOSED HOMES

UPDATED 06/06/09

Due to strong demand from my past and current clients and the interest from the prospective clients, I am providing you with list of current Bank Owned (REO - Real Estate Owned, and Foreclosed) homes. The list will be updated freqeuently depending on relevant activities.

(Word of Wisdom from your Realtor - In addition to REO (Bank Owned) properties, there are GREAT Deals out there if you look hard enough. I will be able to help you to find the best deal and best house in Marin and Sonoma county for you, Bank Owned or Not!Come back for a new Blog 'Tale of a Short Sale', about my client's latest Short Sale purchase, which hopefully I will be able to post within a day or two)

The towns included in this list are Marin County towns South Marin, Central Marin, North Marin and West Marin (yes, we even have a few in South, Central and West Marin). Specifically: Belvedere, Bolinas, Corte Madera, Dillon Beach, Fairfax, Greenbrae, Kentfield, Lagunitas, Larkspur, Mill Valley, Muir Beach, Nicasio, Novato, Marin County, Olema, Point Reyes Station, Ross, San Anselmo, San Geronimo, San Rafael, Sausalito, Stinson Beach, Tiburon, Tomales

Single Family Homes, Farms and Ranches are in one link; and Condos/Townhomes are in another link. Note that the link expires in 30 days (Per MLS rule).

Marin County Bank Owned Single Family Homes Marin County Bank Owned Single Family Homes (Updated 06/06/09)

It has been close to four months since I last (02/20/09) posted Marin REO proeprties - taking care of my clients tends to get in the way of posting online. However, never hestiate to email me if you need current info.

Many homes went into escrow since March for quite a few reasons: Obama Stimulus plan gave optimism in the market as a whole; first time homebuyers taking advantage of the up to $8,000 tax credit from the government, interest rate was the lowest (4.875% for 1 pt., 30 year conforming... although inching up) for a long time, consumers believe the market has hit the bottom (as evident by many multiple offers recently), lenders are open to loan modifications (we have heard quite a few successful loan modifications), short sales are getting easier to approve, less stress for buyers, and much more.

The most famous, but oh, so accurate line is: "The Bottom of the Market is hindsight" - You only find out you have reached (actually, passed) the bottom of the market is when you look back. Don't be the one who missed out on the opportunity.

Changes between 02/20/09 and 06/06/09! 103 Totals!

16 Active - Best Deal - Check out Sun Lane property in Novato; over 1/2 acre lot. Sold in 2004 in original condition for close to $900K. Gorgeous location in Pleasant Valley. The owner completely remodeled the house and the house is now a bank owned property for $629K - as another agent in my office said; this is a screaming deal!!!
29 Pending
7 sold between 02/20/09 and 02/28/09
14 Sold in March
13 sold in April
22 sold in May
2 closed since June 01/09.

Changes between 02/20/09 and 06/06/09 for:

Marin County Bank Owned Townhomes / Condos Marin County Bank Owned Townhomes / Condos

90 Total Listings -

READY TO BUY (or not quite yet?) Call your trusted Realtor to give you personalized updates... This is our profession and we should NEVER be TOO BUSY to help you!

Posted by Sylvia Barry on June 6th, 2009 5:35 PMPost a Comment (0)

9 Fabulous New Luxury Homes in Olive Court. Centrailly Located. New Price!

June 20th, 2009 11:16 AM

Come and check out these fabulous new homes in a small new community of 9 homes on Olive Court. Back up to privately owned open space and centrally located, these 9 new homes boasts same architectual details and top-of-the-line constructions, materials similar to those in Olive Ridge with the convenience of close to downtown Novato, Trader Joes, future Whole Foods, future SMART Train stations and such.

Homes are single story homes and two story homes. One will come with a pool. Homes have granite slab counters, glass tiled backsplash, stainless steel appliances, beautiful cabinets, recessed and decorative lightning, cathedral ceilings, beautiful fireplaces, hand rubbed hardwood floors, build-in cabinets in family room, central heat and central air conditioner; GREEN FEATURES and much more...

Open House Sunday 1-4PM

Call Sylvia Barry (717-0293) or email sylvia@SylviaBarryRe.com See these Wonderful Homes!

Listings and Pictures Courtesy of Michael Cohen, Frank Howard Allen Realtors.

3 OLIVE COURT A PLAN $899,000

2,840 sf living space (approx)
11,204 sf lot (approx)
Single Story 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths
Office/Hobby Room
19 foot ceilings in living room
2 car garage
Centrail Air Conditioning

19 OLIVE COURT, C PLAN, $999,999

3,444 sf interior space (approx)
9,369 sf lot (approx)
5 bedrooms, 4 baths
butler's pantry
Backs up to Open Space
3 Car tandem garage
Centrail Air Conditioning

27 OLILVE COURT, C PLAN, $999,000

3,444 sf interior space (approx)
9,632 sf lot (approx)
5 bedrooms, 4 baths
Butler's pantry
Backs up to Open Space
3 Car tandem garage
Central Air Conditioning

CHECK OUT SOME INTERIOR PICTURES OF THE HOMES - BUT NOTHING BEATS COMING OUT AND SEE THEM FOR YOURSELVES!!!

ARTIST RENDERING OF THE ESTABLISHED NEW OLIVE COURT COMMUNITY

SEARCH AND SAVE HOMES FOR FUTURE REVIEW? CLICK SEARCH FOR MARIN/SONOMA HOMES

Sylvia Barry
Frank Howard Allen
Cell (415)717-0293
Search and Save Homes for Future Review? Click http://www.sylviasellsmarin.com/SearchMarin/SonomaHomes
website www.SylviaSellsMarin.com #1 Marin, Sonoma Real Estate Resource

Listings Courtsey of Michael Cohen, Frank Howard Allen Realtors

Posted by Sylvia Barry on June 20th, 2009 11:16 AMPost a Comment (0)

Today's Applicatioin of Abraham Lincoln's Wisdom from Years Past

June 18th, 2009 1:41 PM

I always learn great things from my Rotary Club's (Rotary Club of Novato Sunrise) meeting - words of wisdom, kind deeds, great none-profit organizations, wonderful things people do for others all out of the goodness of their hearts; the down to earth approach, the selflessness in all, the good wills, the hope, and the future.

This past Tuesday was no exception.

While presenting 'Thought of the Day'; our past president, Bill Bell, recited the following, which I think is so true in today's environment, and thought it'd be beneficial for ALL of US to listen to the timeless wisdom again!

Abraham Lincoln, when establishing the Republican Party said:

"You cannot help the poor by destroying the rich.

You cannot strengthen the weak by weakening the strong.

You cannot bring about prosperity by discouraging thrift.

You cannot lift the wage earner up by pulling the wage payer down.

You cannot further the brotherhood of man by inciting class hatred.

You cannot build character and courage by taking away people's initiative and independence.

You cannot help people permanently by doing for them what they could and should do for themselves"

There was much holding up of Abraham Lincoln in the recent Presidential election. Perhaps all should reflect on Lincoln's words going forward as government policies and directions are debated and implemented.

Posted by Sylvia Barry on June 18th, 2009 1:41 PMPost a Comment (0)

Marin Weekend Top Picks - Italian Street Painting Festival; Novato Art, Wine and Music Festival

June 12th, 2009 4:52 PM

As if planned to celebrate the beginning of the summer vacation and a brand new chapter for our youth in Marin (yes, this is graduation weekend), Marin county is the proud host of two fun, entertaining and educational events.

Both events celebrate the rich heritage and artistical talents of Marin county communities. Good thing is there are TWO days in a weekend, so, you can spend one full day in each event :-)

Being a community minded real estate company, my company, Frank Howard Allen Realtors is a proud supporter of two wonderful community events happening this weekend, June 13 and 14,

Make sure you click on the link for the entertainment lineups for both events. Many performing groups are homegrown, our local Marin Groups!

Novato Festival of Art, Wine & Music - our Novato Office is a sponsor of the 26th Annual Novato Art, Wine & Music Festival, which will take place in downtown Novato and features live music, a wine garden, arts and crafts booths and more.

Novato Art, Wine and Music Festival

The Italian Street Painting Festival - Join us along Children's Avenue at the Street Painting Festival in downtown San Rafael where we continue the tradition of photographing our youngest artists as they create their very own chalk masterpieces.

Italian Street Painting Festival

My friends. Margaret and Tim Buss have always participated in the Street Painting Fetival. Margaret's speciality is the 'triangle' technique (see painting on the left). This year, their son, Lawrence and his girl friend, Alex will follow the parents' footstep. I look forward to see what the younger generation comes up with tomorrow.

Posted by Sylvia Barry on June 12th, 2009 4:52 PMPost a Comment (0)