Friends and associates!

Can you say "Christmas"? Walking through the stores and seeing holiday decorations really brings it home that 2006 is almost over! This year as an industry we have had a challenging time in real estate. Our San Francisco fall market has begun to show signs of picking up which is a positive way to end the year. And on a personal note, though I have had some health challenges and Mick has had his dental ordeal in 2006, we are looking forward to a fantastic 2007.

After careful consideration, we decided not to attend the NAR convention in New Orleans later this month. We attend so many seminars and events throughout the year that the timing was not optimal. As you can see below we have several new listings which needed our attention. And we feel we already have a stong network of agents in other areas to whom we can refer with confidence. If you or someone you know needs to buy or sell property somewhere else in the country, keep us in mind. In return for the lead, we'll give you a chance to win our Rewards for RE-ferrals contest.

If you know of anyone who may be in the market for a 2 bedroom, 2 bath vacation townhouse on the Big Island of Hawaii, please give me a call. The property is at the Fairways at the Mauna Lani; a newly built end unit in a quiet cul de sac. More information may be found on our website.

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Interest Rates

 

Although the Fed did not raise rates during its last meeting, interest rates have gone up slightly in the last week. Foster Weeks reports in his weekly newsletter.

 

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Sales Activity

 

Just Listed:

 

Pacific Heights Flats

Contemporary flats overlooking Alta Plaza Park. Each unit has 2 bedrooms, 2 baths, living room with fireplace, formal dining room, remodeled kitchen and hardwood floors. Lower level has 2 rooms and bathroom, 2 car garage & lovely garden. Listed at $2,650,000

 

North of Lake Townhouse

 

Beautiful Victorian townhouse condominium with direct access to Mt. Lake Park from the fabulous garden. Gracious foyer with ornate details leads to a living room, formal dining room, three bedrooms, den, two and one-half baths, remodeled kitchen, deck, garden. Listed at $1,895,000

 

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Still Available:

 

Financial District Condo

Fabulous price for this chic, contemporary townhouse end unit with views of the Bay, Bay Bridge, City and gardens! Soaring 17' ceilings in the living room with a wood burning fireplace, 3 bedrooms, 3 baths, formal dining room, 4 terraces and skylight roofs, 1 car parking. Reduced to $1,595,000

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Sale Pending:

Marina Condo

Elegantly renovated and spacious 2 bedroom, 2 bath condominium with large entry foyer, living room with fireplace, formal dining room, gourmet kitchen, in laid hardwood floors, recessed lighting, laundry, storage room, 1 car garage. Listed for $1,195,000