Richard was raised in Nebraska and Madeline grew up in Massachusetts. As fate would have it Richard and Madeline met on a blind date in Egypt. Madeline worked for the State Department and Richard for the Caterpillar Tractor Co. They fell in love, moved to Beirut, Lebanon and started their family. The Minards, now a [...]

Over the past two months, I have been preparing this beautiful cottage for the marketplace.  I think this is the perfect place to have the ultimate dinner party.  Every house has a story to tell and the cottage at 3915 Laguna lets the imagination take flight. For me, the discovery of the history of [...]

The floors are being shined and the final details are underway!  2624 School Street is coming soon to the Oakland real estate marketplace!  I love this photograph of this vintage bungalow with the clouds billowing above. The earth has been turned over and fresh sod is coming.  Check 2624 School Street in Oakland online, www.TheSchoolBungalow.com

In 9 days my newest listing 3253 Jordan Road will hit the Oakland real estate market!  To preview this home before it hits the market go to, www.3253Jordan.com.  Below is the custom property brochure that was just created for especially for this property.
(This brochure will be scored and folded into a small booklet.)

*The attached brochure [...]

 
 
Currently I am preparing one of my  Oakland listings for the market.  Here is a snapshot of what I need to do to position this home to receive the most interest.

If a seller can afford it, it is best to perform inspections ahead of time. By discovering all of the serviceable and non-serviceable areas of a property, [...]

Let me create a comprehensive marketing plan for you! For those of you who know me, I am a very visual person.  I just created this custom brochure for my clients and I can do the same for you.  Spread the word!

My spacious townhouse listing in Emeryville is sure to please the home buyer who wants it all. A home close to shops, transportation and restaurants with lush maintenance-free gardens and landscaping, and space! Imagine 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, plus a laundry room, fireplace, patio and granite kitchen! Okay, it is my job to [...]

For the last few months I have been working on this beautiful 1940’s home in Redwood Heights. Every improvement that has been made over the past few weeks have been meticulously chosen to satisfy this home’s new owner. I call this home Javier’s House. Here Javier lived and played, and together with [...]

Putting a home on the market is a great deal of work! The sellers have to pack and clean and do the many recommendations that are given, (by me) to make a house more appealing to buyers. Being that I work with many homebuyers in Oakland and Berkeley, I can tell home [...]

I have a new listing in Redwood Heights. I am very excited to showcase this beautiful home with amazing views (that will inspire you), and also showcase local Redwood Heights artists. Join me February 13th from 6-8 pm for a special Twilight Open House and Art Gala.
For more information go to www.4228Dunsmuir.com