17 Feb 2022
8 Popular Home Design Features for 2022
There’s a lot to consider when selling your home, from the market and appraisals to where you’ll go next. Don’t forget, however, that design is also a key factor. It’s often one of the...
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.
17 Feb 2022
There’s a lot to consider when selling your home, from the market and appraisals to where you’ll go next. Don’t forget, however, that design is also a key factor. It’s often one of the...
13 Jan 2022
December 2021 East Bay Real Estate Market Update ⏰📊 2021 was a record-breaking year for real estate in many ways. As we closed out the year, the number of homes sold in the East...
01 Jan 2022
Last year was one for the real estate history books. The pandemic helped usher in a buying frenzy that caused home prices to soar nationwide by a record 19.9% between August 2020 and August...
01 Dec 2021
Every year, it seems the holidays sneak up on us—and every year, that brings with it the dreaded-last minute gift panic. Finding a present that hits all the right notes can be surprisingly stressful,...
01 Nov 2021
Homebuyers today are facing a huge dilemma. There simply aren’t enough homes for sale.1 Nationwide, there were 1.27 million active listings in September, down 13% from the previous year. According to the National Association...
01 Oct 2021
According to the FBI, more than one million burglaries are committed in the United States each year, with victims suffering an estimated $3 billion in combined property losses.1 Fortunately, there are some proven tactics...
01 Sep 2021
Selling your home when you still need to shop for a new one can feel daunting to even the most seasoned homeowner––especially when the demand for new homes keeps rising, but the supply feels...
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...
Active | 3 BR | 1 BA | 1,056 sqft
For Lease – 4739 Mountain Blvd, Oakland Leona Heights mid-century modern home with exposed beams and tongue and groove ceilings throughout. Updated kitchen with stainless steel appliances and new quartz counter tops leads out to...
Sold | 2 BR | 2 BA | 1,287 sqft
Modern Elegance Meets Comfort – 1281 Homestead Ave #2C Relax into stylish and easy living in this sophisticated, top-floor, 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom condo with a den. Built in 2016, this residence boasts 1,287 square feet (per...
Sold | 2 BR | 3 BA | 1,472 sqft
6049 Old Quarry Loop, Oakland Located at Monte Vista Villas, this bright and spacious 2+ bedroom, 3 bathroom townhouse is absolutely move-in ready. The main level’s open floor plan and high ceilings are highlighted by...
Sold | 2 BR | 2.5 BA | 1,172 sqft
Lovely Laurel Lane Townhouse – 3717 Maybelle Ave, Unit B, Oakland Light and spacious townhouse in the heart of Oakland’s Laurel District. This 2-story end-unit feels like living in a single family home with views...
Sold | 3 BR | 2 BA | 1,577 sqft
Rare Claude Oakland Designed Gallery Eichler – 4003 Santa Fe Ct One of a very select few Gallery Model Eichler homes in the East Bay, 4003 Santa Fe Ct. was designed by Claude Oakland architects...
Sold | 4 BR | 2 BA | 1,663 sqft
Rancho San Miguel Atrium Eichler – 2630 San Carlos Dr Loved by the same family for over 30 years, this gorgeous Jones & Emmons designed atrium model Eichler home has been thoughtfully maintained and updated...
Sold | 1 BR | 1 BA | 781 sqft
1201 Pine St #465 – Pacific Cannery Lofts Spacious and bright top-floor end-unit at the Pacific Cannery Lofts! The soaring nearly 20 ft ceilings provide an expansive feeling while the oversized windows flood the open...
Sold | 4 BR | 2 BA | 2,093 sqft
Spacious Claude Oakland Designed Eichler – 4016 Salem St Modern updates meet mid-century style in this spacious Claude Oakland designed Eichler home. Located in the Rancho de los Santos neighborhood, this 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom...
Sold | 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...