Client Testimonials From Way Back


Bear with me while I reorganize my testimonials into individual posts. These are a few put together from way back. *Alex was very easy to work with. He was straightforward, gave good advice about how the condominium should look when it was being shown, and managed the negotiations with the buyer perfectly. I always felt … Continue reading Client Testimonials From Way Back

First Ever San Francisco – Lake Tahoe Real Estate Caravan And Ski Extravaganza


[R.I.P. Jamie Pierre] We’re falling into ski season, and you all know I love me some powder. Many of you also know I grew up in Reno Nevada, with Lake Tahoe as my backyard. I learned to ski at the ripe old age of two, I raced, I burned out, I switched to snowboarding, and … Continue reading First Ever San Francisco – Lake Tahoe Real Estate Caravan And Ski Extravaganza

Would You Like Your Property Listed On theFrontSteps.com?


I get at least one email each week from a different person or reader asking me to give their property that is currently for sale some exposure on theFrontSteps.com. I’m flattered. But unless your property is of utter and complete jaw dropping significance, if you would like your property featured on my blog, it’s simple, … Continue reading Would You Like Your Property Listed On theFrontSteps.com?

PocketListings.net Version 2.0 Goes Live: Introduces Real Estate Match™; Privacy Options; Sharing; Saved Search; Email Alerts; Principals Only; More!


I’m pleased to announce the rollout this past weekend of PocketListings.net version 2.0! It is jam-packed with new features to help you, the agent, do more deals, and give you, the client, more options when selling and searching for real estate. There is a fabulous tutorial on all of the great new features and how … Continue reading PocketListings.net Version 2.0 Goes Live: Introduces Real Estate Match™; Privacy Options; Sharing; Saved Search; Email Alerts; Principals Only; More!

88 King Street #106 Hits MLS…I’m Claiming Best Unit Currently For Sale At The Towers At Embarcadero South


[Update: Sold for $790,000] — — You all had your chance to nab this amazing condo in the heart of South Beach when I first signed the listing and shared it as a pocket listing. Now it’s on the MLS, and I’m claiming it’s the nicest unit currently for sale in the building (Towers at … Continue reading 88 King Street #106 Hits MLS…I’m Claiming Best Unit Currently For Sale At The Towers At Embarcadero South

Nominate theFrontSteps (Alexander Clark) As “San Francisco’s Most Valuable Blogger”…Thanks!


A little recognition is always nice. Dear readers, please take a second to nominate theFrontSteps for Most Valuable Blog in San Francisco. After all these years of providing all of this real estate and San Francisco insight, I’d really appreciate it. I suppose theFrontSteps fits under the categories, Lifestyle, Local Affairs, and Everything Else. Thank … Continue reading Nominate theFrontSteps (Alexander Clark) As “San Francisco’s Most Valuable Blogger”…Thanks!

Cleaning House On theFrontSteps


Hello all (those of you that are left), I’m going to be doing some house cleaning on this here blog. I’ve already said my goodbyes to the handful of other writers that contributed content here, so the “we” is gone…it’s all me, all the time. theFrontSteps apparently doesn’t display on iPhones or iPads, and that … Continue reading Cleaning House On theFrontSteps

The Best Real Estate Blog In San Francisco!


We’ve been nominated as a candidate for the Zillow-sponsored “People’s Choice Best Real Estate Blog Award” in San Francisco. Go to Zillow, or click on the badge above and vote for theFrontSteps.com. Anyone can vote once per 24 hours. Voting ends at noon (PDT) on Aug. 25, 2010. Once the voting is over, the blog … Continue reading The Best Real Estate Blog In San Francisco!

Begin Chest Compressions….


Airway…..blocked! Breathing…..none! Pulse……flat! But fear not! We’re coming back to life, just bear with us. (Yes, this post was prompted by a couple Tweets by @SF Schtuff yesterday.) Our Site for Pocket Listings (a.k.a “Off Market” or “Not on MLS”) properties is coming soon, and already causing quite a stir, a lot of buzz, and … Continue reading Begin Chest Compressions….

Close Encounters Of The Blogger/Realtor Kind


Yesterday, I had a client meeting, but didn’t actually get to meet the client (long story), but the boyfriend was there to fill in, and I got this email today (edited for flow) that just makes me feel all warm and fuzzy: Hey Alex, Thanks for stopping by yesterday! Sorry I couldn’t make it. Thought … Continue reading Close Encounters Of The Blogger/Realtor Kind

If You’re Gonna Relocate To San Francisco, Now You Know A “Best” Blog To Help You


Much to our surprise, we popped up on Relocation.com as one of the “Best Real Estate Blogs In San Francisco”. We love a good review and you know we’re sharing it with you, so tell your friends: The Front Steps from Alex Clark [that’s me!] is a great guide to San Francisco real estate, including … Continue reading If You’re Gonna Relocate To San Francisco, Now You Know A “Best” Blog To Help You

theFrontSteps Goes Tweet!


I’ve done the sfnewsletter, and this here blog for years now, and believe me when I say I love(d) every minute of it. They are both, quite simply, an incredible drain on time. So…I’m spending more time on my Twitter page talking about things…among them San Francisco real estate (of course). If I could figure … Continue reading theFrontSteps Goes Tweet!