Do You Have a Pocket Listing?

A pocket listing is a real estate industry term used throughout the United States which denotes a property where a broker holds a signed listing agreement/contract with the Seller, whether that be an “Exclusive Right to Sell” or “Exclusive Agency” agreement/contract, but where it is not advertised conventionally nor entered into a Multiple Listing Service (MLS), or where advertising is limited for an agreed upon period of time. Wikipedia

Not everyone wants everybody in the world to know their business. Pocket Listings have proven successful in assisting high income clients, celebrities, professional athletes, and anyone that wants to market their home discreetly.

It becomes something of a Zen question for the times: If a home is for sale as a “Pocket Listing”, is it really for sale when most buyers don’t know about it? In other words, if a home isn’t on the Multiple Listings Service, how does it attract buyers? There are a variety of ways to reach buyers that can be as effective as conventional marketing, but requiring a local professional with a successful tract record marketing pocket listings.

How do Buyers Finding Pocket Listings? Homes for Sale, that are Not Listed on MLS ?

First off you should be aware that there have always been”Pocket Listings.” Although Pocket Listings may seem counter intuitive, there are many circumstances when a Pocket Listing makes sense. Here are some reasons why it might make more sense to market your home as a Pocket Listing:

1. Only “Qualified Buyers” will be previewing your home

2. No Lockbox, your agent will be present at all showings

3. No For Sale Sign, does every “lookey Lou” or noisy neighbor need to know your selling your house?

4. No DOM (Days On Market) the MLS “kiss of death” if you’re home doesn’t sell right away

5.No Public Sunday Open Houses

6.Control. No jumping through hoops to prepare your home for last minute showings.You, with your realtor, control the amount of exposure your property will get.

7.The option to market your home “Formally” is still an option

8. Marin Pocket Listings Web Site

We have the technological skills, local networking experience, relationships, and local knowledge to market your home as a Pocket Listing. If you’d like to know more about the real estate services we offer, please feel free to contact us. Mark Danforth Lomas and Kirsten Wolfe

A Beautiful Jewel Found in the Heart of Mill Valley

When thoughts turn to Mill Valley images of giant redwoods, a wonderfully intimate downtown, and a very natural- very comfortable lifestyle comes to mind. Nestled in the heart of Mill Valley this sophisticated home looks out over a green valley towards views of  downtown San Francisco.  Lushly landscaped grounds compliment this amazing home that’s located just a short distance from downtown. A formal entryway leads you into a huge living room with recessed lighting, an integrated entertainment system, and beautiful oak hardwood floors.  The rooms in this home have all been orientated towards the outdoors and views which create a fluid indoor outdoor experience that’s adorned by beautiful decking. This extensively remodeled three bedroom, two and one half bath home includes a huge master suite that opens to the deck, and also includes a  walk in in closet, master bath, and a very comfortable sitting area.   The kitchen is a chef’s dream with top of the line appliances and finishes along with a gracious eating area.  Other features this home enjoys are a formal dining room, a family/bonus room with fireplace, and laundry room.

If you’re looking for a sophisticated  property with a  private, serene natural setting, gorgeous views, and is only a short distance to downtown Mill Valley you’ll love this home!

Offered for: $1,595,000

For more photos please visit:

http://www.vizzvox.com/stories/7GX2CjkYlDWE900fms

Kirsten Wolfe          415.328.5431        MarinRealEstate@gmail.com

Mark Lomas            415.435.1718         MDLomas@gmail.com

www.MarinCountyLuxuryRealEstate.com

Nestled beneath the redwoods, three bedroom, two bath home includes a large bonus room (possible 4th bedroom). The living room and dining area features a large skylight bringing in natural light, and French doors that lead you out to the deck. This home is situated on a street to street lot, and close to downtown Mill Valley. Features include: hardwood floors, two fireplaces, brick patio.

For more photos please visit: http://www.vizzvox.com/stories/7H1Dm6Nt1CSIm00fms

Mark Lomas 415.435.1718  MDLomas@gmail.com

Kirsten Wolfe 415.328.5431 MarinRealEstate@gmail.com

www.MarinCountyLuxuryRealEstate.com

This site will allow you to discover these homes that may not appear to be on the market, but  actually are for sale.

We’ve learned that there are those people that choose to market their homes discreetly, and have chosen not to go the conventional route to formally market their property. We are both Marin County Realtors, and members of the Marin Association of Realtors.

If any of the homes that you find here are of interest to you please contact us to make arrangements to provide you more information about these properties, or a private tour.