Mark’s passion is listening to his client’s needs and guiding them through the often complex and emotional process of buying or selling a home. His excellent client focus is demonstrated through strong attention to detail, consistent communication, and remaining calm under pressure to ensure a positive experience for all parties involved. Mark is always ready to go above and beyond to exceed expectations – from finding the right home to match his client’s tastes and needs, to consulting for home presentation and marketing to ensure maximum selling potential. As a real estate investor since 2002 and now top real estate agent, Mark provides real estate services in Oakland, and the surrounding East Bay Area. Mark’s specific areas of expertise include working with first time homebuyers, investors, sellers, and 1031 exchanges. Outside of real estate Mark enjoys traveling, hiking, bicycling, and the varied food and cultural experiences of the Bay Area.
01 Aug 2021
It’s the old supply-and-demand predicament: Home sales in the U.S. continue at a torrid pace, but the availability of listings remains limited. Buoyed by historically low mortgage rates, buyers keep shopping for homes, reducing...
12 Jul 2021
At the mid-point of 2021 lack of supply remains the driving force for the Real Estate market. Even with a 42% increase in number of Homes Sold and a 19% increase in New Listings...
01 Jul 2021
If you’re searching for drama, don’t limit yourself to Netflix. Instead, tune in to the real estate market, where the competition among buyers has never been fiercer. And with homes selling for record highs,1...
01 Jun 2021
Learn how to determine your current net worth and how an investment in real estate can help improve your bottom line. Among its many impacts, COVID-19 has had a pronounced effect on the housing...
14 May 2021
Real estate inventory AND prices are both way up from a year ago when we were still in the early days of the pandemic lock down. Today it’s a tale of two markets in...
03 May 2021
Imagine the first place you lived as a young adult. Now imagine trying to fit your life today into that space. Not pretty, right? For most of us, our housing needs are cyclical.1 A...
01 Apr 2021
Today’s real estate market is one of the fastest-moving in recent memory. With record-low inventory in many market segments, we’re seeing multiple offers—and sometimes even bidding wars—for homes in the most sought-after neighborhoods. This...
01 Mar 2021
While many areas of the economy have contracted, the housing market has stayed remarkably strong. But can the good news last? When COVID-related shutdowns began in March, real estate brokers and clients scrambled to...
01 Feb 2021
We’ve all spent a lot more time at home over the past year. And for many of us, our homes have become our office, our classroom, our gym—and most importantly, our safe haven during...
01 Dec 2020
This year has demonstrated, perhaps more than ever, the importance of our family, friends, neighbors, and community. It truly “takes a village” to keep a community functioning effectively, whether that’s by keeping our waterways...
Pending | 3 BR | 1.5 BA | 1,695 sqft
4258 Lakeshore Avenue Elegant Crocker Highlands Colonial in Oakland’s Upper Lakeshore is everything you’ve been searching for! Timeless architectural details abound including the double-columned formal entrance, carved panel shutters, crown moldings, wooden spindle balustrade, and...
Pending | 2 BR | 2.5 BA | 1,094 sqft
3760 39th Ave, Unit E – Lovely Laurel Heights Townhouse Bright and spacious 2-story townhouse-style condo tucked into the heart of Oakland’s Laurel District. High ceilings and large windows flood each room with natural light....
Sold | 3 BR | 1 BA | 998 sqft
2040 Highland Dr – Charming Manor Crest Village Mid-Century Perched on a hilltop, this light and bright move-in ready home is the perfect place to call your own. Original mid-century details include the brick fireplace...
Pending | 1 BR | 1 BA | 823 sqft
1755 Broadway #44 – Modern Uptown Oakland Loft Modern live/work loft conversion in the heart of Oakland’s lively Uptown neighborhood. Soaring ceilings and oversized dual-paned picture windows provide an open and spacious feeling. Enjoy the...
Sold | 3 BR | 2 BA | 1,190 sqft
3331 Geoffrey Dr – Remarkable San Bruno Pacific Heights Home Perched on a hilltop with beautiful views, this lovingly remodeled mid-century home awaits. Upon entering you will immediately notice the oversized windows flooding the main...
Sold | 3 BR | 3.5 BA | 1,714 sqft
1375 Pullman Way – Station House Luxury This bright and spacious 3 bedroom, 3.5 bathroom solar-powered townhouse is where luxury meets green living. The main level’s open floor plan and high ceilings are highlighted by...
Sold | 1 BR | 1 BA | 856 sqft
1303 Martin Luther King Jr Way – Charming North Berkeley Condo Spacious and light filled condo in exceptional North Berkeley location. This ground floor unit features beautiful 1920’s charm throughout including a stonework fireplace with...
Sold | 4 BR | 2 BA | 1,834 sqft
5377 Greenridge Rd – Gorgeous Atrium Eichler Thanks to its striking exterior color composition and unique blend of materials, this Eichler is truly a neighborhood standout. Located in Castro Valley’s Greenridge community and built in...
Sold | 2 BR | 1 BA | 1,000 sqft
3113 Shattuck Ave #1 – Modern Berkeley Loft Seeking urban convenience in a light and airy package? Then this spacious modern South Berkeley loft is for you! Large, oversized windows flood the open living area...