Sylvia Barry, MARIN, S.F. North Bay Real Estate

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Sylvia Barry, MARIN, S.F. North Bay Real Estate,  in Marin County
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About Me
Sylvia Barry, Marin RealtorĀ®, ePRO Serving Marin, Sonoma, San Francisco Real Estate
Cell: (415) 717-0293
email mailto:Sylvia@SylviaSellsMarin.com
Website http://www.SylviaSellsMarin.com
Blog http://www.AllAboutMarinHomes.com
My ActiveRain Profile: http://www.ActiveRain.com/sbarry1284
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EXCEPTIONAL SERVICE, PROVEN RESULTS!

Internet Savvy and recognized by clients, Realtors and Frank Howard Allen (the #1 rea estate company in Marin) management as the 'Hardest Working Realtor', Sylvia is a multi-year recipient of Frank Howard Allen Client Service Awards,

Sylvia brings with her 20+ years of professional experience specializing in real estate marketing, contract negotiation, tax, finance, management and internet technology.

Sylvia has a 'hands on' approach and her clients have come to expect full range real estate service with her team of experts. With remote or busy clients, the transactions are conducted seamlessly through internet and with constant communication.

Sylvia's clients appreciate her integrity, experience, knowledge, dedication, thoroughness and technical know-hows, which is critical in this dynamic, global real estate market!
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SERVING MARIN, SONOMA, SAN FRANCISCO BAY AREA - FOR ALL YOUR REAL ESTATE NEEDS
Beveldere, Corte Madera, Greenbrae, Kentfield, Larkspur, Marinwood, Mill Valley, Novato, San Anselmo, San Rafael, Sausalito, Tiburon; Cotati, Penngrove, Petaluma, Rohnert Park, Santa Rosa.
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Disclaimer - Any comments and contributions I provide on Trulia, or any other electronic or print media, do not establish an agency relationship with any party. All parties in need of legal, accounting, tax, or real estate guidance are directed to the licensed professional of their choice for review of all details. An appointed and retained representative can provide specific guidance.
Testimonials
"Sylvia, We wanted to say congrats on all your recent listing activity. You are doing a great job in a difficult real estate year. We appreciate your team player attitude and feel fortunate to have your work ethic on our team. Fondly,"
Kathleen Hilkin (General Manager), Larry Brackett (CEO), Noreen Smith (CFO) - Frank Howard Allen Wed Jun 18
"Sylvia - You have been working so hard and have a great attitude considering the challenges in the market. So proud of you that you fought and sold 6 Anthony Court. You will do well in the coming years and each challenging transaction will make you a better agent. Spiro is really in your court and very proud of your accomplishments. Keep up the good work. Fondly,"
Larry Brackett (CEO/Owner), Noreen Smith (CFO), Kathleen Hilkin (GM) - Frank Howard Allen Realtors Wed Jun 18
"Sylvia - Much thanks for your expert real estate advice. You helped us close the escrow as well as moral support. Frank Howard Allen is lucky to have you! Warm regards,"
Suzanne and Bruce C. Sun May 4
""Mywife, Cindy, and I have recently contracted with Sylvia Barry as a representative for the sale of our home at 49 Dowitcher Way in San Rafael, California. Sylvia worked diligently to market and to complete the sale. We have been extremely satisfied with the results of her efforts. She was instrumental in obtaining a great price (more than we expected) and very quickly, as well. Additionally, we found her to be very easy to work with and formed a close association during the time we spent together. We highly recommend Sylvia as a realtor who truly cares about providing great service to her clients""
Cindy and Langston Sun May 4
"We met Sylvia Barry during our first open house when we tried to sell our property in Novato by ourselves. Many realtors came out to meet us, but Sylvia stood out in the crowd. She was pleasant, straightforward and unassuming. After we realized that we needed professional help to sell our property, we hired Sylvia to represent us. Sylvia sold our house within two weeks. Through her hard work and persistence, we received multiple offers for our house. Sylvia guided us through the paperwork with patience and she was thorough. While the loan application and house appraisal was processed, Sylvia made numerous contacts with the buyers agent and loan officer on our behalf. She displayed honesty and integrity. She never pressured us into any deal with which we were not completely comfortable. In the end, we were completely satisfied with the process of selling our house. We have no hesitation to recommend Sylvia to you and are looking forward to have her represent us again in the future."
Tom and Pauline Sun May 4
"I first met Sylvia Barry when I interviewed her for a Project Manager position at the Insurance Company I worked for. We worked together for several years afterwards until we went separate ways. When I decided to sell my house and move to Arizona, Sylvia told me that she had become a Realtor and would love to represent me. She brought the same skills I had admired when she was a project manager to the job of real estate sale person. Thoroughness, attention to detail and follow through, making sure everyone did their jobs correctly and on time. There is an incredible amount of contractual requirements and paper work involved in selling a house. She made sure all the forms were prepared correctly and signed by all the necessary people. She also added the heretofore unknown to me skills of a home decorator, making suggestions as to how we could make our home more attractive to prospective buyers. All in all, the home selling process was made much less stressful by Sylvias skill and competence. When we got eight offers, seven over asking price, she suggested we take the best two, and ask one of them to be a backup offer. This turned out to be very foresightful, when our first offer fell through. We had already made an offer on our dream house in Arizona, and would have lost it if Sylvia hadnt been prepared. I would highly recommend Sylvia as your Real Estate Agent. She is honest, hardworking and very competent, the best Ive worked with."
Kim Stephen B. Sun May 4
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Sylvia Barry, MARIN, S.F. North Bay Real Estate answered:
As this is a question for buyers, I won't give my top 5, but i do have a comment on Antonlin's comment -

"But you shouldn't really put much weight on my answer. Unlike many of the non-professional posters, at this point, I am an investor not a nest builder."

Investors are also buyers and a big part of the buying forces are this time - many are out looking for a great deal and with research and patience, finding the ones that meet their various goals. They are also not afraid of venturing out of their comfort zone and buy at distressed areas.

Supply and Demand are a big part in determining the market, and Investor buyers have a big influence on the market.

Best,
Sylvia - Sat Aug 30 2008, 08:39
Sylvia Barry, MARIN, S.F. North Bay Real Estate answered:
If you are doing For Sale By Owner and you did not discuss that ahead of time with the agent when he/she made the appointment with you; I suspect the agent will either work that out with the buyer or he/she will present the offer along with a commission agreement with you.

You will then have to determine if that's what you want.

Sylvia Barry
Marin Realtor - Fri Aug 29 2008, 08:30
Sylvia Barry, MARIN, S.F. North Bay Real Estate answered:
Definitely see if Denise can provide the information for you; at least for the areas she specified. For other areas, you can either ask her or do a Member Search on Trulia with specific locaion you have in mind, read their profiles and find other Realtors that you like and who might be able to help you.

Best,
Sylvia - Thu Aug 28 2008, 15:06

Hi, I'd like information on Knight Court, for 110,000. Thank You, Sandy

Sylvia Barry, MARIN, S.F. North Bay Real Estate answered:
Hi Sandy:

I am here in Novato and I just did some research on the Knight court property for you - Trulia pulled the info from Realty Trac - a preforeclosure / foreclosure site and the house is not on Multiple Listing.

Looks like some pretty interesting things have happened to the property. I will be very happy to share that and/or info on other REO (Bank Owned), Short Sale properties with you. Just give me a call or email me.

Thanks,
Sylvia Barry
Frank Howard Allen Realtors
(415) 717-0293 http://www.SylviaSellsMarin.com
sylvia@SylviaSellsMarin.com - Thu Aug 28 2008, 15:03

Home Inspection

Sylvia Barry, MARIN, S.F. North Bay Real Estate answered:
Hi Suzie:

You can get the inspector you feel comfortable with and trust; unless the one the lender recommends (they don't REQUIRE you to use the person they suggested, right?) is also recommended by others.

This is one of the most important purchase you will have, why not ask around and find the best one?

I will also go with somebody who has insurance should their inspection missed or mistated something.

Best,
Sylvia Barry, Marin Realtor - Tue Aug 26 2008, 16:13
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