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
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