Month: May 2008

Letter to Editor: “The buyers are the ones who are panicking…”

We received this email after our post regarding the apparent panic amongst some Realtors in San Francisco: From a fellow SF Realtor… I think Realtors looking for plugs for their listings is an attempt to cater to the new mentality of todays Buyers – not a sign of panic. The Buyers are the ones who … Continue reading Letter to Editor: “The buyers are the ones who are panicking…”

New Realtor “tactics”, a dog, a quote, and no contact info? (1445 Cole)

From a reader: Hi guys, Have you seen this listing? http://www.1445cole.com I live a block away, and got a little invitation in my mailbox for a “private viewing” complete with wine and snacks, [five days ago]. I couldn’t go, so I haven’t seen the property, but I thought this was definitely a new tactic–esp. in … Continue reading New Realtor “tactics”, a dog, a quote, and no contact info? (1445 Cole)

153 Avila: A done deal and providing a bit of “color”

Recently we had someone ask if we could “provide a bit of color on 153 Avila”, a contemporary 3 bed, 2.5 bath, single family home in the Marina asking $2,695,000, and as a matter of fact, we can provide some “color”. It sold after 14 days on the market for $2,975,000 (10.4% over asking) or … Continue reading 153 Avila: A done deal and providing a bit of “color”

Two Tickets to See the Police and Elvis Costello

We’re getting some great items donated for the Adrian Ruiz Memorial Fundraiser, so make sure you keep checking the link and plan on attending: http://thefrontsteps.com/2008/05/09/adrian-ruiz-fundraiser/ Tickets to the Police. Two nights at the Ritz. Trip for two with the Golden State Warriors to an away game. Check it out. Fellow bloggers, please link to it. … Continue reading Two Tickets to See the Police and Elvis Costello

Lemonade for sale! And a Cow Hollow Single Family Home Pocket Listing too

As you know, we are out enjoying the weather, but said we might come in for some lemonade and do a post. And since our phones and emails never get a break, we thought we’d introduce you to something sweet, that hit both the phones and emails today: [Update:] 1807 Greenwich: Contemporary Cow Hollow House … Continue reading Lemonade for sale! And a Cow Hollow Single Family Home Pocket Listing too

Eff theFrontSteps!

It’s too damn hot and nice outside to blog about San Francisco real estate today. Maybe when we come in for a lemonade we’ll get to some posts, but for now, the sun is blazing and we say, Eff theFrontSteps! Get outside and enjoy the weather, because you know it won’t last! If you absolutely … Continue reading Eff theFrontSteps!

Weekly Fluj: “Everybody’s Redheaded Stepchild”…the Sunset

As you know by now, we caught the Fluj, and those of you that are familiar with his opinionated writing about San Francisco real estate know that he is nothing short of extraordinarily gifted at firing people up, not to mention a wizard with MLS and various other stats to support his arguments about San … Continue reading Weekly Fluj: “Everybody’s Redheaded Stepchild”…the Sunset

Annoying real estate marketing take…what are we on, three?

We don’t know what is more annoying, getting spammed three times by Will Smith (agent not actor), or… go ahead… click through and name that tune. It is a decent pad though. Not so sure about the interior decorations, but the location is top notch! –240bayview.com [Tiburon]

Comment du Jour: “I’m a Renter who made the conscience decision to NOT buy…”

This time we take from Eddy!, who we have never met in person, but who continues to impress. His comment was in yesterday’s post, “Isolated Panic amongst some San Francisco Realtors or something larger“: I’m a renter who made the conscience decision to NOT buy — I’m well financed and consider myself reasonably knowledgeable on … Continue reading Comment du Jour: “I’m a Renter who made the conscience decision to NOT buy…”

Isolated Panic amongst some San Francisco Realtors, or something larger?

Recently, we’ve been contacted by more than a dozen Realtors asking if we could “plug” their listings. Typically, this is not something we do as it defeats the purpose, honesty, and transparency of this blog, but we got to thinking…why not? We could make a little $$ from it, and help get the word out … Continue reading Isolated Panic amongst some San Francisco Realtors, or something larger?

We talked fast cars, now we’re talking VB, who’s listening?

Back in November, we advised Luxury High Rise Condo/hotel developers… to take note about a new car club in town and apparently One Rincon Hill did, with the addition of DRIV into their “One Club”. “Your One Rincon Membership grants you 75 points and 900 miles (up to 11 reservation days) which are debited for … Continue reading We talked fast cars, now we’re talking VB, who’s listening?

Ask Us: Did MLS finally kill public access?

Where readers ask and we try to answer. This time, “G” hits us with a fairly easy question, but who knows, maybe it’s our browsers that are messed up. Making it not such an easy question after all: I am no longer able to log on to sfarmls.com, did they take it way from the … Continue reading Ask Us: Did MLS finally kill public access?

Fundraiser in honor of Adrian Ruiz, San Francisco Surfer Killed by Shark Attack in Mexico

[Latest Update: The fundraiser and paddle out were a huge success and tons of fun. Adrian would be happy. -We raised close to $33,000 through the auctions (live/silent), and raffle. –DID YOU WIN A RAFFLE? CLICK HERE TO FIND OUT! -Winners can pick up their item(s) at John Colins at 90 Natoma Street San Francisco, … Continue reading Fundraiser in honor of Adrian Ruiz, San Francisco Surfer Killed by Shark Attack in Mexico