theFrontSteps – San Francisco

One benefit of having one of the most popular real estate resources in San Francisco is I get spammed from all angles. Occasionally, I find good bits to share with you. So thank you Coldwell Banker for this update, I’m sure all of my readers will appreciate it. “Dear Alexander, The housing market is supposed [...]

This week and last, I’ve seen countless emails like this from real estate professionals: ” My listing is off MLS for the holidays, but still available.” ” Withdrawn in MLS, but seller wants to sell before Spring!” ” Not back on MLS until January, but actively showing. Motivated Sellers!” ” Off MLS for holidays, but [...]

This property has sold off market after one showing. The first resale within 1 Ecker since its renovation in 2010, this is a rare 2 bedroom, 2 bath unit you won’t want to miss. Marketed “not on MLS” throughout the holiday season, now is your chance to beat the competition before (if) it gets to [...]

Must…go…here…now… – – – It’s easy to get lost in thought from this description. Especially coming from the urban jungle we call home here in San Francisco. Located on Clear Ridge in the heart of Big Sur, this stunning redwood and glass, 3,100 sq. ft. private residence is perfect for family getaways and romantic get-togethers. [...]

It has been a great year for real estate, particularly theFrontSteps and me. This website continues to get a TON of traffic, you all continue to be loyal readers, and I continue to help many of you buy and sell your San Francisco dream properties. For that, I am thankful. Thankful that I created this [...]

I always hesitate to post any California housing article that begins with “Los Angeles”, but here goes anyway: LOS ANGELES (Nov. 15) – California’s housing market continued its momentum in October, posting strong year-over-year sales and price gains in nearly every county of the state, the CALIFORNIA ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS® (C.A.R.) reported. “Sales surged to [...]

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Is this your style? Been searching for the perfect Noe Valley Single Family Home that is LEED certified? Dreamt about having a say in the final touches of your down to the studs remodeled dream home? If so, I have the home for you. You, meaning unrepresented buyer. The home pictured is not what is [...]

As many of you know, I founded a website for agents to share (and hopefully sell) more real estate (PocketListings.net). A website designed to give sellers an alternative to listing on the MLS, and a way to give buyers a voice in regards to what they desire. Put the two together and it only makes [...]

There are so many things happening in this sunset pic I just had to share… I snapped this while I was sitting on the trunk of my car having just changed out of my wetsuit on Tuesday afternoon/evening down at Ocean Beach. What is so great is that the crew in the foreground was straight [...]