Address: 3390 Mt Diablo Blvd, Lafayette, CA 94549, USA
Phone: +19252505591
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joe motta
I had the pleasure of meeting Mark through a good friend's recommendation. This was a very complicated estate sale, requiring communication in three different countries and as the administrator, it was a huge relief for me having Mark's years of experience. He was incredibly thorough with more detail required than in most sales and made the entire process so very easy to understand. I was overwhelmed on how to proceed with this 2.2 million dollar home for some time. When Mark got on board, the property was emptied, fixed, staged and sold within 2 months. Needless to say, his response time was superior. I must have been approached by at least 20 agents, but I can't imaging having worked with anyone else. I have now made a new friend as well. Thanks Mark!
K B
Mark, Patricia and I thank you for the successful sale of our property in a very short timeframe. From the moment we met, you shared your wealth of knowledge, and professionalism concerning the local market, where we as home sellers fit, and what we could expect during the process. You instilled confidence in us that everyone seeks in their agent; you are a man of integrity, forthright, and honest. The process was made easier through your suggestions and the introduction of your team: Chris Hurd (videographer) and Brooke Topete (Anchor Designs)(Stager). Patricia and I highly recommend you to anyone who is seeking to sell or buy a home.
Michelle Bedard
If you are looking for a Top Notch realtor who will market your home better than any other realtor, is personable enough to want to make him part of your family, has a stellar reputation with realtors and lenders (which is what you want when you want to sell or buy!), and who treats you with respect and dignity, MarK Shaw is your man. It has been a privilege and a treat to know Mark and to see his amazing video productions of the homes he has sold. Mark has a winning smile, a winning edge, is quite possibly the nicest person I know, a realtor who uses cutting-edge technology, and puts his clients' needs and interests ahead of his own. Plus, the man can sing! And dedicates part of his time to singing in senior homes. Mark is everything you could ask for in a friend, business partner, and realtor.
Ray Halvorson
Thanks to Mark Shaw, we were able to find the house of our dreams in Lamorinda, CA - and now looking back at the whole process, this home is better than we could have imagined possible! As a first time buyer, we needed a lot of help (and that is an understatement). From original thoughts on where we wanted to be, how home loans worked, what to avoid, the history of the area, and strategies to get what we wanted - Mark was there for us. He is always kind, thoughtful, flexible, patient, knowledgable, and fun to work with! Mark was always super responsive to every random question and text, and his knowledge of the Bay Area market was pivotal for us to feel like we were no longer lost ;) His relationships in the area, including with selling agents, was the reason our offers were even considered amongst the 10s of offers that were being sent. If you need an agent you can trust, who has all the right connections, and will give you as much help as you need - Mark is the guy for you! Now a few months after moving in, we are still SO happy with our new home, and thank Mark from the bottom of our hearts - as this never could have been possible without him! He is even supporting us today, as we navigate being a first time home owner and needing recommendations for plumbers, electricians etc. Wow! Thank you Mark for everything you did in the past year to make our house buying process a great experience with a result we will cherish for yers to come :)
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The goal is to make your home as appealing as possible to the most potential buyers, before photos of your home are taken. Staging your home can include anything from redecorating to rearranging furniture, cleaning or other aesthetic strategies to present the home in the best possible light. You can do it yourself, have your real estate agent guide you, or hire a staging company.
In most cases, the buyer pays for the home inspection.
If someone is selling a home that needs repairs - yet chooses not to fix them - they may choose to list a property as-is. Disclosures and inspections are typical steps in the process. In an as-is sale, a buyer is willingly purchasing the home in its current state with full knowledge of its condition.
When selling a property, it is incumbent upon the seller to disclose any details about the home that might negatively affect its value.
Factors such as the time of year and market conditions play a big role in how quickly a property sells. How you price, market and stage your home are also very important variables that will affect how long a home remains on the market.
Any fixture that is ‘attached’ or built into the house typically remains. For example, if your house has built-in bookshelves, they typically stay with the house. The same is true of kitchen or bathroom fixtures, and fireplaces. Exceptions and details can be discussed during the negotiation process.
There are many factors that affect the housing market, but understanding what to expect - and being prepared beforehand - can make buying and selling a property at the same time possible
A professional appraiser will inspect a property and compare it to other similar homes in the area. From there, a fair market value is determined. Unless you plan on paying all cash for a property, you will likely need a home appraisal.
A real estate agent is paid as part of the closing costs, which comes out of the sale proceeds at the end of the process.
Your first step is to hire a real estate agent you trust. Together, you will set an asking price, prepare your home for listing, list and market your property, negotiate an offer, and close on the sale.
Sharing particular information when connecting with a real estate agent can help give you an idea of your home’s value in today’s market. The in-person expertise of a real estate agent will give you a more accurate opinion of your home’s value.
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