Marcus is a San Francisco Bay Area native and resident practicing real estate since 2004. His knowledge and experience of Bay Area real estate runs deep (see his sales history...) having successfully weathered a variety of dynamic real estate market cycles including the fast-paced "Boom" of the mid-2000s, the infamous 2008-13 "Great Recession" short-sale/ foreclosure market, and the corresponding "Rebound Market" of 2013 to 2019. Add to that his adept navigation of the recent COVID-19 Pandemic Market and the current "Inflationary Market" (with its rapid-rise interest rate environment) - Marcus has practically seen it all!
Marcus' interest assisting Seniors and Family Estate scenarios continues to grow and his reputation and successes are notable and well-deserved. These types of transactions can be especially challenging and emotionally charged. It requires extra-special competencies, patient listening, multi-level/generational communications, trust and integrity. Having Senior parents and family members himself, Marcus knows first-hand the importance empathy, patience, and compassion - gained only through real-life experiences - are crucial to successful outcomes.
A graduate of San Francisco State University with a bachelor's degree in business administration (Marketing/Advertising) combined with backgrounds in the Insurance and Financial Services industries provides Marcus with solid sales and marketing fundamentals plus a broad perspective of related factors affecting the real estate market.
SELLERS - Marcus and his fellow talented Realtors provides premier top-quality Listings tailored to produce maximum interest and results. This is achieved largely by his unique marketing perspectives and visions, collaboration with trustworthy professional contractors and creative marketing partners. He also knows how to collaborate well with prospective buyer's agents and is well-regarded by his peer broker/agent professionals.
BUYERS also benefit from Marcus' listing experience and strong familiarity with the SF Bay Area. Marcus and his Realtor team will guide you through the entire Purchase process, provide valuable insights on the property you're considering, offer trusted real estate finance (loan) solutions - if desired- and strategic ideas to get your offer accepted!
Once accepted, we guide you through the escrow period, help coordinate inspections, work with title and loan affiliates, get evaluations from trusted contractors (as needed) and successfully negotiate issues that may arise during the latter. We'll be a valuable partner with you and working hard for you - from start to finish!
LANDLORDS: We can assist with your Property Management needs and we excel at finding quality tenants for your properties. We can also provide varying levels of Property Management services tailored around your specific needs. Our comprehensive experience in this often challenging facet of investment real estate ownership can be of great assistance to you and tenants your overall satisfaction. We are great helping Landlords and Tenants build stronger relationships through creative, thoughtful, common-sense and respectful issue-solving recommendations and actions.
Either side of the transaction (Sell / Buy / Lease) our clients consistently appreciate the clear, above-board style of communications, sharing of opinions/recommendations and "straight-talk". Add to this, Marcus is truly a genuine salesperson and great relationship builder - a trait that's often difficult to teach because it's usually hard-wired!
"My business philosophy is simple: Client's Needs and Best Interests above all else; (2) treat clients as I would my own Family!" My team and I deeply share this core belief and we'll think you'll see and appreciate it in action.
... +BELIEVER +
Erica is another Bay Area native and seasoned real estate professional/Realtor, practicing since 2004. Her passion lies with helping clients achieve wealth-building through real estate.
In addition to her talents as a successful real estate agent, Erica also has deep knowledge and experience in Property Management areas - having 10+ years of expertise in this segment. Erica was a regional portfolio manager for several multi-family properties - and her expertise in negotiating leases, finding solutions and customer relations experience are unsurpassed!
It takes a special skill set and personality to be successful in the property management segment and you can trust Erica has the intelligence, patience and solutions-oriented demeanor to help navigate the complexities involved with Landlord and Tenant issues and situations.
You’ll immediately feel at ease with Erica’s personable yet business-oriented professional demeanor and should feel very confident she will represent you well throughout any sale or rental transaction.
Brenna has been a Realtor(R) since 2021 but has a strong legacy in the real estate world. It runs in her family! Prior, she worked in the real estate finance and loan side of the industry as a loan processor, then becoming a licensed Mortgage Loan Originator (MLO) and was a branch manager. Accordingly, Brenna is very experienced and well-versed in the dynamics and intricacies of loan and underwriting processes enabling her to better position buyers with loan approvals - critical step in the real estate transaction.
This is especially poignant in today's dynamic loan environment with the ever-changing interest rate fluctuations.
Having obtained her four-year degree in Humanities from Harvard University, Brenna finds endless satisfaction matching people to house and finds real excitement showing and educating clients the wide variety of unique and distinctive residences and communities intertwined throughout the SF Bay Area.
Brenna's unique combination of skills, experience, youthful, positive outlook and sheer intelligence are great enhancements to our team dynamic, and I'm sure you'll appreciate working with her as much as we do!
Pam Garbarino is our Transaction Manager and an integral part of ensuring a smooth transaction for all involved parties.
A licensed Realtor herself since 2001, Pam's extensive experience with a wide variety of real estate transactions serves us well as she provides the proper guidance on necessary forms, disclosures, advisories and other essential transaction paperwork needed for your escrow transaction.
Pam partners with the other real estate agents, the title company reps, our office administrative and management team to ensure the necessary transaction documents are appropriately squared away.
Although Pam's activities are more "back-room", her competencies and detailed demeanor in transaction management are ever-present and invaluable to our success.
Brian is an experienced, trusted Realtor with many years of Residential real estate experience. He possesses a J.D. (Law) degree and has diverse experience in the legal and tax fields. He has done work with tenant advocacy groups and works well with Landlords and Tenants looking to Lease their homes and those looking to purchase and
Brian is an experienced, trusted Realtor with many years of Residential real estate experience. He possesses a J.D. (Law) degree and has diverse experience in the legal and tax fields. He has done work with tenant advocacy groups and works well with Landlords and Tenants looking to Lease their homes and those looking to purchase and sell properties.
He is also very community-minded and outside of real estate works with local public libraries and other community organizations to further enrich those organizations and the communities they serve.
Brian's Midwestern roots and upbringing carry a hard-working, highly ethical and genuine demeanor well suited for real estate. People enjoy his sense of creativity, positive cooperative spirit and sense of humor.
As an Buyer/Lease Rental specialist Brian will assist you navigate through your Escrow process - providing, explaining and completing transaction forms, coordinating inspection visits, and perform other key activities essential for a smooth Close of your escrow.
Successfully Listing a property for sale in a dynamic real estate market such as the San Francisco Bay Area requires a Realtor with a unique set of skills and experience to achieve maximum results.
Taking pretty photos and listing it on the MLS is only a small fraction of the equation. Preparation and knowing how to strategically and desirably position your property within the market is critical. We have the much-needed backgrounds, experience, management skills, connections with trusted professional contractors and strategic marketing partners necessary to properly evaluate your property, provide cost-effective solutions, coordinate and strategically position your property for a high-impact launch that will make your property a Stand-Out in the marketplace and sell quickly at top value! Several different Listing options are available to suit your needs and budget objectives.
Erica and I also specialize in LEASE-RENTAL listing services to help you find quality tenants for your rental property. Property Management services are also available through our Brokerage's Property Management division.
The purchase of your next property requires more than simply knowing how many Bedrooms, Baths and Price. We take the time to explore and better understand your needs - present and future - to develop a buying strategy that makes good sense. As native San Francisco Bay Area residents/Realtors, we're familiar with a wide variety of Bay Area communities, their dynamics and lifestyles, demographics, commute traffic patterns, and other intricacies that will add value to your decision-making process allowing you to make more meaningful purchase decisions for long-lasting satisfaction.
Once a property is identified and your Offer is accepted, my team and trusted inspectors and contractor professionals will help guide you through the complex Escrow process, evaluating the property condition and share critical, meaningful feedback to help your decision-making process. My cumulative experience and proven ability to favorably and fairly negotiate through an assortment of issues that can arise during your escrow transaction will serve you well to ensure you are happy with your purchase.
A real estate purchase is likely one of the most expensive transactions you'll ever make, DON'T GO AT IT ALONE! Get a trusted team of professionals on your side, that has YOUR BEST INTERESTS front and center.
We live locally and have strong roots in the SF Bay Area. Cultivating strong and genuine relationships with all our clients is natural and valued. Long after the Close of Escrow, our contact and follow-up continue and is welcomed by our satisfied clients.
We also enjoy hearing from all our clients and are delighted to provide you complimentary service and advice long after the sale. And naturally we're overjoyed when you come back to us for our assistance or to refer your family or friends.
SHARED CORE VALUES:
We all share important core values that place a client's best interests and your respect at the highest levels. We're transparent, straight-shooters and believe integrity matters. All our actions stem from this basic philosophy.
WE RECOGNIZE AND REWARD LOYALTY:
We value and reward loyalty with special discounts and services for repeat clientele. We all know how it feels to be acknowledged for loyalty at other businesses, and it feels good to do the same for our clients!
COMPETITIVE FEES AND FLEXIBILE OPTIONS:
We know Selling, Buying or Leasing a property is a very important transaction for you and we take it seriously. Accordingly, we work very hard to meet your objectives. Our rates and flexible services are competitive yet provide a balanced level of quality, service and experience that property owners want and deserve from a professional full-service real estate group.
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