Dear Clients, Friends, Family, Neighbors, Everyone…

I hope you are enjoying this gorgeous summer in Marin County. How lucky are we to call this amazing place HOME?! And, how is it already August?

This time of year, I am typically decompressing from a busy spring selling season. The summer market is usually slow since we run with the school schedules, and most of the Buyers, Sellers and Realtors skip out of town or tune out a bit. However, that has not been the case this summer. The spring season flowed into summer and my fall season has started early so while I have had a little time to reset I am operating at full speed to make sure my clients are set up for success and I am beyond grateful as many of my colleagues have had a pretty rough year in this very unpredictable market.

Here is something everyone has been waiting for - some good news to report on mortgage interest rates! Rates as of 8/2/25 declined almost 1/2 a point on the heels of unemployment data. Although it could be short lived it is an indication we could see relief between now and the end of the year. The Buyers are out in full force and seem very motivated yet very sensitive to price. The single most important decision you can make as a Seller is setting the price, and this is not an easy task in this current market. Pricing properties is one of my specialties so if you want to pick my brain and start the conversation, please reach out.

I am sure many of you know about the homeowners insurance issue we are having throughout CA. Do not fret! There is always a solution. Pro Tip: If you are planning to sell your home anytime in the near future, the hot buttons for insurance companies are the condition of the roof, electrical systems are up to code (no knob and tube wiring), and no tree limbs overhanging the roof. While these may not directly impact you, they will impact your Buyers, and you want to do everything you can to make it as easy as possible to obtain insurance. 

This newsletter is full of lots of great information, including current market data, both locally and nationally, fun events throughout Marin, a little summer inspiration, and a fantastic message from the amazing CEO of Compass. (There are lots of hyperlinks to make things easy for you to access!) I have also included 3 amazing local organizations that are raising money and donations for backpacks and school supplies for children in underserved communities. If you have any extra cash to spare and want to help these children start their school year feeling confident and prepared, please consider a donation to one or all of the organizations included below. It's a great feeling knowing that even in the smallest ways we can have a direct impact on children's lives.

As always, please know I am here to serve you, your friends, and family, and I deeply appreciate your referrals. I have spent a lifetime ingrained in Marin County, and I have built an incredible network of professionals you can rely on even outside of the real estate world. So, be sure to reach out if I can assist in any way.

Wishing you a wonderful weekend ahead.

With gratitude,

Zamira

Marin County Real Estate

RECENT 2025 REPORT

Compass Intelligence:

Market Trends 2025

COMPASS INTELLIGENCE

If you are interested in what is happening nationally, here you go! We are lucky to live in a more insulated

real estate bubble in Marin!

Mike Simonsen, Compass Chief Economist, discusses two major real estate market trends for the second half of 2025. First, home sales numbers are projected to turn positive, with July and August expected to show growth after a slow start to the year.

Weekly pending sales have averaged about 5% growth

year-over-year for the past two months, suggesting a reversal

of earlier negative headlines.

Second, despite the increase in home sales, unsold inventory continues to build, and home price appreciation is minimal, currently around 1% nationally over 2024. Leading indicators suggest continued price pressures, and prices could turn

negative later in the year.

What was the highest and lowest sale of a single-family home in Marin last month you wonder...

Fairfax

32 Midway Lane

2 BD 2 BA 1160 SF $640,000

See what's happening in your Marin town!

Belvedere

Corte Madera

Fairfax

Greenbrae

Kentfield

Larkspur

Mill Valley

Novato

Ross

San Anselmo

San Rafael

Sausalito

Tiburon

West Marin

Community Corner

Back to School in Marin: Ways to Support the Kids

With schools opening up this August, please consider supporting these amazing organizations helping underserved communities so kids start their school year feeling confident and prepared!

❤️ Marin Foster Care

❤️ Ritter Center

❤️ Marin City Drive

Giving Back:

SchoolsRule Marin

I am so honored to be a sponsor of Schools Rule Marin. This is a new organization for me to work with, and I am thrilled to be a part of it. SchoolsRule-Marin is a countywide coalition of public school foundations raising funds to support every K–12 student in Marin, regardless of zip code.

Live on the Avenue in

San Anselmo

Every Friday & Saturday | 6pm

– Creek Park Amphitheater

– Town Hall Plaza

Free live music, cozy evenings, and a downtown transformed into a place to connect, unwind, and enjoy. This cutie is my goddaughter working hard for Cucina SA.

13th Annual Downtown Larkspur Wine Stroll

Saturday, Sept. 6th | 4pm

A great way to wind down summer! Spend the evening on beautiful Magnolia Avenue enjoying local wines, delicious food, live music, and good company.

Summer Inspo

Top Curb Appeal Trends

From bold front door colors to landscapes that connect with nature, these homes are inspiring us with their stand-out curb appeal. Our personal favorite is the oversized front doors and steps. Check out the article to find out more.

Top Chefs Swear by These 8 Farmers' Market Staples

Marin has farmers' markets almost every day of the week. This article from Homes & Gardens has great ideas of what to get at the market to keep weeknight dinners simple and stress free.

Private - Off Market

This is the kind of home where summer memories are made.

Sparkling pool days, golden hour al-fresco dinners, hot tub soaks under the stars, and seamless outdoor spaces that welcome you in. Walk through the outdoor oasis to the sliding glass doors that open into an expansive living area filled with light, connection, and flow.

In the heart of San Anselmo,

this is where sunshine and good vibes meet.

SAN ANSELMO

3 Bed, 1.5 Bath | 1,677 SqFt Home

OFF-MARKET OPPORTUNITY

SAN ANSELMO

Sleepy Hollow's Most Desirable Street

4 BD 3.5 BA 2880 SF

Recent Sales

REPRESENTED BUYER

Fairfax

35 Olema Road

2 BD 2 BA 1092 SF $1,150,000

REPRESENTED BUYER

Ross

25 Winship Avenue

2 BD 2 BA 1613 SF $2,500,000

REPRESENTED SELLER

San Anselmo

49 Medway Road

6 BD 4 BA 4061 SF $3,350,000

Sold $100,000 over list price

REPRESENTED BUYER

Greenbrae

641 Vía Casitas

2 BD 2 BA 954 SF $560,000

Compass Corner

I am very proud to be on the Compass Team! Check out the latest communication from our fearless leader, Robert Reffkin.

Today, we’ll share our second quarter 2025 earnings results – the best quarterly results in our company’s history. You helped Compass set 10 all-time quarterly highs across the business, including:

1. Revenue

2. Market Share

3. Adjusted EBITDA

4. Adjusted EBITDA Margin

5. GAAP Net Income

6. Free Cash Flow

7. Principal Agents Joining

8. T&E Revenue

9. T&E Attach

10. Weekly Platform Sessions

     

Below are some of the highlights from our results:

• You closed 73,025 transactions in Q2, an increase of 20.9% year-over-year, while transactions for the overall market decreased by 0.9% – outpacing the market by 22%.

• You closed $78.3 billion in sales volume, an increase of 20.3% year-over-year, while the overall market increased just 1.4%.

• We grew quarterly market share to 6.09% – our highest market share in company history, up 0.96% year-over-year.

• In what remains an uncertain macroeconomic environment, you helped Compass achieve record Q2 free cash flow of $68 million and record Adjusted EBITDA of $125.9 million.

It’s an incredibly proud day for Compass. These results are a direct reflection of your unwavering commitment, not just to your business, but to delivering exceptional service to your clients, even in a challenging market. Your consistent focus, care, and professionalism are what truly set Compass apart.

-Robert Reffkin

CEO Compass

Client Testimonial

"Zamira and her highly skilled team are

the absolute best in Marin!!!! She is knowledgeable, energetic, intelligent and highly invested in her clients getting the best deal whether buying or selling, her support team takes all the hassle out of the process and makes it as effortless as possible. Can’t endorse Zamira and her team enough."

— Bruce gorelick

Quote of the Month

“Forget about the fast lane.

If you really want to fly, harness your power to your passion. Honor your calling. Everybody has one. Trust your heart, and success will come to you.

- oprah winfrey

Zamira Solari

Trusted Real Estate Expert for over 23 years

REALTOR®

DRE 01328544

415.509.1479

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