We know you got distracted by all the pretty faces, but hidden in all that text of our sexiest Realtor post, we did say, “We’re going to take a break from blogging about real estate until the New Year.” Don’t worry, here is a good read that will help pass the time if you absolutely … Continue reading Why no new posts?
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…and the Nominees for Sexiest Realtor in San Francisco are:
From a reader inquiry to a full blown contest, we’d like to say thanks to all the people who took the time to send in their choices of nominees for our Sexiest Realtor in San Francisco contest. We narrowed the field down to people that received at least two nominations, and are active Realtor members … Continue reading …and the Nominees for Sexiest Realtor in San Francisco are:
Millennium Tower 51st Floor Picture
You know we have Millennium Tower wired (literally and figuratively). How else do you think we got this picture of the views from the 51st floor on such a nice day? We’ve also been told construction is up to the 52nd floor. There are some fabulous units still available, and we have to say, the … Continue reading Millennium Tower 51st Floor Picture
Mic Check, Testing, 1234 (Howard), and 5 left
We had the pleasure of getting in to see these homes quite a while ago, realized that the West Elm shag rug used for staging is hardly the best thing for a home with two small children, let alone a heavily trafficked listing (think shedding worse than any furry pet), and marveled at the creative … Continue reading Mic Check, Testing, 1234 (Howard), and 5 left
Who’s the Sexiest Realtor in San Francisco, Part Deux
[Nominees have been submitted, GO VOTE by following this link.] Since it’s Friday, we thought we’d leave you with what is turning out to be a very fun post. (Thanks to SFist for their link to the original post, we appreciate it. Who’s next?) We’d actually like to spend the weekend collecting nominees, and you … Continue reading Who’s the Sexiest Realtor in San Francisco, Part Deux
Update: Transbay Terminal
We’ll get a nice photo for you when we have time, but for now, we wanted to point you to RinconHillSF.org for the dirt on the Transbay Terminal. Some quotes: Construction set to begin in November 2008 Open for business in August 2009 for Phase 1, close the existing Transbay Terminal (note that Golden Gate … Continue reading Update: Transbay Terminal
News from Marin of the $65M Kind
“The Wall Street Journal is reporting today that the gorgeous Belvedere estate known as Locksley Hall has found a buyer. Why is that news? Because it sold for the full asking price of $65 million! When the sale closes in January, it will be the highest residential real estate sale in northern California, passing a … Continue reading News from Marin of the $65M Kind
Ask Us: “Who’s the Sexiest Realtor in San Francisco?”
[Nominees have been submitted, GO VOTE by following this link.] Where readers ask, and we try to answer (something tells us this could be the beginning of something fun). After seeing your latest post on the Nob Hill Gazette thing [The Art of the Deal or the Art of Photoshop?], I got to wondering. Since … Continue reading Ask Us: “Who’s the Sexiest Realtor in San Francisco?”
The Art of the Deal, or the Art of Photoshop?
How the hell did they get all those power brokers in the same room, at the same time? From Greg: We can only imagine the sound of all those ringing cell phones. No wonder our calls weren’t returned. –Art of the Deal [Nob Hill Gazette] p.s. To all in the photo, we’re just poking fun. … Continue reading The Art of the Deal, or the Art of Photoshop?
In His Own Words: Warren Buffett and the Mortgage Crisis
On the issue of the securitized mortgages, Buffett said one can make more money “selling toxic waste to customers,” but that doesn’t mean it’s a good idea. “Wall Street started believing its own PR on this – they started holding this stuff themselves, maybe because they couldn’t sell it. It worked wonderfully until it didn’t … Continue reading In His Own Words: Warren Buffett and the Mortgage Crisis
Stats & Numbers: Single Family Homes (Nov ’06-Nov ’07)
From Garrett: Single-Family Homes District 1 Nov-06 Nov-07 Number of Sales 13 22 Median Selling Price 899,000 1,260,000 Average DOM 30 35 District 2 Nov-06 Nov-07 Number of Sales 39 23 Median Selling Price 775,000 839,300 Average DOM 33 28 District 3 Nov-06 Nov-07 Number of Sales 23 15 Median Selling Price 690,000 680,000 Average … Continue reading Stats & Numbers: Single Family Homes (Nov ’06-Nov ’07)
Reason We Live Here #11
Because guys like this can be your friends and clients. Ryan Seelbach, absolutely charging at Maverick’s, and bringing it home for San Francisco! To gain some perspective on the magnitude of this photo and wave, Ryan is 6’6″…Break out your rulers and calculate that wave height for a second. Or go outside and find the … Continue reading Reason We Live Here #11
Nothing’s Changed but the Price, Oh, and the Type
The history of 465 Hoffman looks something like this: Sold 03/08/2007—$1,150,000— 18.2%/yr (appreciation) 07/21/2006 —$1,035,000— 9.7%/yr 04/15/2004 —$840,000 …as a single family. The plans look something like this: …as an “Ultra-Modern designed legal 2 unit,also marketable as a magnificent 4 BR/3 bath,VIEW,single family home.” The views still look like this: …but now the price looks … Continue reading Nothing’s Changed but the Price, Oh, and the Type
Walkabout: Remodeled Victorian in the Ave’s and only $849,900!
Yes…it’s true, but you have to go to one of the countries most under valued real estate markets to get it, Salt Lake City. (We’re referring to the recent Forbes.com article on the best and worst housing markets in the U.S.) This is the land of Mormons (nothing against them), deep light powder, sunshine, and … Continue reading Walkabout: Remodeled Victorian in the Ave’s and only $849,900!
Cool off with “Your Mama”
Rarely, do we give such praise to any particular real estate blog, because most just think they’re so damn cool and changing the world one post at a time (guilty on occasion as charged.) We aren’t getting a damn penny for this, but sometimes when real estate seems to be dragging (you) down, and there … Continue reading Cool off with “Your Mama”
Cross Pollination: Does CAMP Get Your Vote on Curbed
From our friends at Curbed, regarding the Fisher’s proposal to develop the Presidio bowling alley site into the Contemporary Art Museum of the Presidio: “In the spirit of good fun (as always) Curbed SF has asked the inevitable question: How does the just-released design for Don Fisher’s CAMP [Contemporary Art Museum of the Presidio] measure … Continue reading Cross Pollination: Does CAMP Get Your Vote on Curbed