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This is the final episode of the Real Estate Queens podcast. It has been quite a journey from 2021 when the pod started to today. I am happy about the journey and looking forward to the future

I am here as your San Francisco realtor anytime

marina@marinashiferman.com

415 744 4987

Today I have a special guest, Liz Faircloth. 

She is the co-founder of the Derosa group, with her husband Matt, which invests in residential and commercial properties. She is also the co-founder and co-host of the InvestHer podcast and community where she teaches, inspires, motives, and supports women investing in real estate, something we are very passionate about.

In June she will be hosting the invest her conference, a conference for women in real estate.

This is a very special episode.

For tickets visit to investher con visit

https://marinashiferman.krtra.com/t/3SXjHPO5gQYf

To learn more about Liz here are her links

https://www.therealestateinvesther.com/our-story

https://www.derosagroup.com/about

Today we are having a casual conversation about contingencies, the idea of "over paying" and the idea of waiting for the perfect time to buy or sell.

Lets talk about district 7, which is the Marina, Cow Hollow. Pacific and Presidio Heights. This district, these areas are super desirable, sought after, exclusive, and the priciest in all of San Francisco

If you prefer reading this information visit the blog

https://www.marinashiferman.com/san-francisco-real-estate-blog/marina-district-cow-hollow-presidio-and-pacific-heights-spotlight

Today we are continuing our discussion of the responsibilities of buyers, sellers, and agents involved in a transaction in San Francisco.

I am talking about a real estate transaction in San Francisco.

By now, you've probably heard whispers about the pending lawsuit between the National Association of Realtors (NAR) and a group of homesellers. This lawsuit is currently pending court approval.

In today's episode, I'll be going deep into the essential topics of the lawsuit and breaking down its implications for you. From commission structures to the intricacies of how payments are made, we'll leave no stone unturned.

This information has been gathered from discussions with colleagues, consultations with my legal team, and thorough research to bring you the most comprehensive analysis possible.

Happy international womens day!

Today we are talking about the history of women and money, power, and success.

We are talking about women CEOS, billionaires, millionaires, and women in real estate

We are talking about history of women getting financing on their own and being homeowners.

We are talking about how the real estate queens podcast was created

San Francisco is divided into 10 districts. 

Each district has multiple neighborhoods within its borders.

During the rest of the year we will cover each district, we are starting with district 9 and all its neighborhoods primarily because I am preparing a listing to bring to market in Potrero Hill. 

Reminder, this is a real estate podcast, not a political podcast so we are going to talk  specifically about the real estate in these districts.

So d9 is made up of

1. Bernal heights

2. Inner mission

3. Mission bay

4. Potrero hill

5. South of market

6. Yerba buena

7. South beach

8. Central waterfront or dog patch

9. Treasure island

   
   

   read more here

What are the differences between a condo and a tenancy in common (TIC) in San Francisco?

There are 3 main differences that we discuss

1. Ownership

2. Financing

3. Tenant/landlord rights

I am speaking about San Francisco exclusively

This is your VIP pass into San Francisco Real Estate and today we are talking about who is on my real estate team for my business and for a buyer and seller transaction.

Who is involved, what do they do, and what stage do they come in.

for more information visit https://www.marinashiferman.com/

Want to sell your home in San Francisco? Here are some steps to help you get started.

Everything always starts with reflection

Declutter and organize your finances.

Get a good local realtor that knows the market

Declutter your home and move out

Preparing the home for sale. Repairs, painting, staging

Preparing the disclosure package.

Marketing period. 

Offer period and negotiation period

Escrow period to closing

We also discuss the costs and closing costs associated with selling your home in San Francisco

Read the blog at https://www.marinashiferman.com/san-francisco-real-estate-blog

How to prepare for buying a home?

Here are 8 steps to prepare yourself to buy a home in San Francisco. 

Ready

Set

Go

1. Self Reflection

What is your life like now? What do you want your life to look like?

2. Reflect on the home your going to live your life in

3. Reflect on realistic time line and use of the property.

4. Get a grip on your financial situation, get your financial ducks in a row

-Getting the right mortgage from the right lender.

5. Get an amazing realtor. The right one for you and your family.

A good realtor will

-educate you on the home buying process

-educate you on the market, best strategies to use, make sure you stay on track with what needs to get done

-help you get the home of your dreams

-negotiate on your behalf on price, terms, time frames and more

-project manage the entire process and escrow

-give you peace of mind

-They will know the market inside and out

6. Attend lots of open houses in different neighborhoods. 

7. Be ready to act.

In a competitive market like San Francisco, good properties move quickly. Be prepared to make offers swiftly when you find the right home

8. Stay Patient: trust your realtor.

Todays episode is a personal one. I get personal about how I am feeling right now. I also dive into why I started this podcast in the first place, to educate women on buying real estate.

Today I answer 2 questions from women about protecting themselves when you buy real estate with a spouse and buying real estate as a single woman.

I am speaking specifically about San Francisco Real Estate

How do we level up? What do we need to do to be where we want to be and go where we want to go? First you need to know the direction by doing alot of self reflection, creating action steps, doing those action steps and being consistent and reviewing then to keep yourself accountable.

and dont stress

Today we are discussing the various benefits of owning property in an LLC. You might not have considered this before but it is a great tool for owning and protecting your real estate investment while gaining some tax benefits.

Today is a juicy episode, anytime you get 2 bad ass Realtors on the same pod its magic.

Alissa Razansky-Robin is a Realtor in Nashville in the luxury space. We talk about the Nashville market, and the luxury space.

https://alissarazanskyrobinson.com/

https://www.instagram.com/alissarazanskynashvillerealtor/

Today I am discussing the rules I have crafted over the years to provide the best luxury, white glove service to my clients.

We will be talking about the 6 rules to selling luxury as I see it, and its not all about price point.

Today we are joined by Lesley Ray, a San Francisco based interior designer with her own studio.

After years or working on corporate office spaces (some very big names in the Bay Area) she started her own residential design studio in 2020.

We are talking today about the process, the difference between a designer and a decorator, client work, trends and so much more.

This is an important listen if you have a home, are looking to buy a home, and are interested in remodeling.

Here is her information

https://lesleyray.design/

Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/lesleyray.design/

Today is a juicy story about a behind the scenes story of a very luxury sale a few months ago.

I was representing the seller, a very big developer in San Francisco and we accepted an offer from an agent that is the subject of todays show.

The escrow, though only 14 days, was so memorable that it needed its own episode.

These are the stories of selling San Francisco that you don't hear

Ever pondered the idea of investing in real estate? Curious about the realm of multi-unit property ownership and becoming a landlord in the bustling city of San Francisco? Join me in this episode as I dive into these intriguing topics and beyond. Whether you're considering the potential of owning an investment property or simply interested in understanding the associated tax benefits, I've got you covered. This insightful discussion aims to equip you with the knowledge needed to make an informed decision about venturing into the realm of investment property ownership.

https://www.marinashiferman.com/

In this episode, I'll be sharing forecasts and predictions straight from the minds of the top real estate agents right here in San Francisco. We're delving into the heart of the market, discussing the current real-time trends, and peering into the crystal ball to anticipate what next year might hold.

Get ready for an engaging discussion that covers a wide spectrum of topics. From managing seller expectations to the nuances of buyer coaching, we'll navigate through the intricacies of the real estate landscape. And that's not all – mortgages, refinancing, and interest rates will also take center stage as we dissect how they're shaping the market dynamics.

Tune in for a bite-sized yet information-packed episode that aims to keep you well-informed about the ever-evolving world of real estate. Your journey to making smarter real estate decisions starts right here!

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Have you ever wondered what the real estate scene is truly like in San Francisco? In this episode, I dive deep into the intricacies of a recent property sale: 1 Twin Peaks Blvd. Inspired by the stark contrasts between reality and the glamour portrayed on shows like Selling Sunset, Selling San Francisco series aims to provide an authentic perspective on the real estate industry. Unlike the exaggerated drama often depicted, Real Estate Queens focuses on the genuine experiences and challenges agents face when selling homes. Come along on this journey as I offer an exclusive behind-the-scenes glimpse into the actual process of selling a home in the dynamic city of San Francisco.

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In this podcast episode, Marina welcomes listeners after a delightful summer break, diving into her Italian vacation. This intimately personal episode captures Marina's profound travel insights, illuminating her transformative experiences and their impact on her life and professional journey. Amidst the recounting, Marina also unveils exciting glimpses of upcoming endeavors, infusing the episode with a sense of anticipation and intrigue.

Buying real estate does not have to be this over whelming and stressful thing. Today I am giving some super helpful tips on making you real estate experience fun and easy, reducing stress on you.

Let me know if you enjoyed this episode and would love to hear from you

Why do people run to buy real estate?

You hear it all the time, you might feel an urge to buy but what are all the reasons people invest in real estate?

Listen to todays episode to hear how people can use real estate and the reasons they invest in it.

Would love to hear from you!

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Disclaimer

I am a real estate agent in San Francisco and focus only on San Francisco real estate.

Today I discuss how to get the highest price possible for your home when you are selling.

It all starts with seller expectations and education.

Listen to the episode for more tips!

Thinking of selling? Would love to hear from you

get in touch

I am a realtor in San Francisco and deal with the San Francisco Real Estate Market only. These tips are from my experience.

This week we are discussing the steps to buying a home in San Francisco

This episode is especially helpful for all of the first time buyers out there

I also discuss whats going on in the market and take it back to 2013!

I am a real estate agent in San Francisco and discuss the market here.

This week we talk about determining the list price of your home. Let me preface this by saying as the seller you are not the one deciding on this or doing the research. Your Realtor has taken this upon herself to educate and guide you and you are listening to her recommendations.

There is a big difference between the list price and the sales price of a home.

This episode is full of gold.

I am a realtor in San Francisco, I deal with buyers and sellers in San Francisco and discuss the market in San Francisco.

This week we talk about the steps of selling your house.

With everything there are steps and strategies for success, selling your home is no different.

Of course I am a Realtor in San Francisco so I am speaking to buyers and sellers in San Francisco but anyone can use this information.

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This is a very important episode about all of the landlord and tenant rights in San Francisco.

First of all let me preface by saying this episode is specifically talking about the city and county of San Francisco.

I am joined today by Laura Campbell, a Real Estate Attorney who deals with landlord tenant laws.

We talk about 

-the different rules around rent and eviction control

-Ellis act and owner move in evictions

-Airbnb and short term rentals

-Tenant rights, rent control, eviction control

-How to evict a tenant and what makes a tenancy

To get in touch with Laura email 

lcampbell@kdvlaw.com

https://www.kdvlaw.com/

https://www.kdvlaw.com/professional/laura-campbell/

We are in a buyers market right now.

What does a buyers market mean? When and why does it happen? How long does it last?

I talk about all of these things in todays episode.

If you want to read it and reference it you can read the blog article here https://www.marinashiferman.com/san-francisco-real-estate-blog/its-a-buyers-market-out-there

I am a Realtor in San Francisco. I discuss what is going on in the San Francisco Real Estate Market.

My website

https://www.marinashiferman.com/

The course

https://www.marinashiferman.com/course

The newsletter

https://view.flodesk.com/pages/62967871f0870d83de7c7ecd

This week we talk about how to go about searching for a property that you are going to rent out, to be used to investment purposes only.

Last week I discussed how to search for a property you are going to live in so take all that information and add it to all this information.

I am a Realtor in San Francisco and work with home buyers and home sellers in San Francisco. I am an expert in the San Francisco Real Estate Market.

Feel free to visit my website to learn more about how to work with me on you San Francisco home search. https://www.marinashiferman.com/

If you are interested in the course for women to learn how to buy and own real estate correctly visit https://www.marinashiferman.com/course

This week I am talking all about the third step in your home search, the property search.

Step 1 is of course finding your Realtor

Step 2 is getting a mortgage, setting up a budget, and getting everything organized

Step 3 is the property search.

This is a long juicy episode on the topic of how to search for property/a house you are actually going to live in, how to break the search process down, how to open house and lots of tips.

Since I am a Realtor in San Francisco and deal with only San Francisco home buyers and the San Francisco real estate market I speak from this perspective.

Feel free to visit my website to learn more about how to work with me on you San Francisco home search. https://www.marinashiferman.com/

If you are interested in the course for women to learn how to buy and own real estate correctly visit https://www.marinashiferman.com/course

Today I discuss whats going on in the San Francisco Real Estate market, the number of homes that have not sold and how that will affect 2023 for buyers and sellers.

I also reflect on the past of my real estate career and what impact I want to make in the future.

Today I talk about a topic that is very important, how to buy real estate when you have no money but have the idea and desire.

I bought my first house with 0 money, but the business plan, the ideas, the research, and the desire to do all the work. I found investors that wanted to invest and grow their money. Listen to the episode to completely understand the concept.

Today we are going to talk about the most important thing of all when you are building yourself to the woman you want to be, building the dream team to support you on your journey.

We cannot go through life on our own, trying to figure everything out and execute on everything. We have a personal life, personal goals, and a personal journey that includes work, includes money and finances but also includes so much more.

Think of yourself, the woman you are as a business that you want to grow to the ultimate level. Here is an overview of your team.

Basic household (cleaner, nanny)

Emotional/mental (therapist, yoga/pilates, friends, travel agents)

Financial advisor/wealth manager (Get someone to help manage that money)

Real estate (realtor and lender)

Legal (general attorney)

Tax/accounting (taxes, bookkeeping, accounting)

Personal assistant to help manage all these team members.

What kind of woman do you want to be?

Today I discuss the price of waiting to buy and sell real estate.

I also discuss putting your money to work for you so that you can build generational wealth and build your financial future.

We are all in a relationship with money whether you like it or not, its what you choose to do with it after it comes to you that is the deciding factor between it working for you or you being in a one sided dead beat relationship that leaves you stressed...

I discuss why people are desperate to get their money out of a bank account and into the real estate market in San Francisco, California and by waiting to do the same is actually costing you.

Sex and the City is an iconic show. It tackles topics about dating, friendship, relationships, careers, jobs and living in your 30's that is still soo relevant today. One thing that I pay special attention to when I rewatch the show is what we can learn about real estate. How the different personalities of the ladies look at buying real estate and owning real estate. 

Have a listen and tell me what you think

This is a get to know me episode.

I talk to you ladies about real estate, buying real estate, owning real estate, the phases and definitions and san francisco real estate but I havent really introduced myself again since my first episode. So here goes

Buying yourself a home is absolutely an investment, even if you dont look at it as that.

Investing into something is buying something with the idea that it will grow in value over time.

I give my 6 tips on ways to grow your real estate investment after you buy a home.

I do talk about san francisco real estate specifically but all my tips can be useful to anyone buying.

What is escrow? What happens during this time period?

Escrow is a term used in the process of buying real estate, something lots of people do but nobody really knows how to explain it. Many people just go along with whatever they are told by their realtor because this time is a surge of emotion and a whirlwind.

I am here to explain it as best I can.

I speak about real estate in San Francisco mostly

Today I talk about buyers that are looking for a good deal. What do they mean by this? It usually means they want a property that is cheaper than everything else. There are no good deals in real estate. They might seem like good deals because they are fixers or tenant occupied but when you are done with them you will be lucky if you arent bankrupt. 

Have a listen

I walk you through, step by step how to buy real estate, what you need to do and what each step is. I have an online course for women to walk them through all of this, it is 10 videos, journal prompts, pdfs and all the vibes, including a call with me. https://marinashiferman.com/academy-apply

The san francisco real estate market is tough, fast, and competitive. The women that have decided they want to buy and understand what that means need the best education and guidance. That is why I am here

Today is an episode that has been requested. I start of talking about the san francisco real estate market and what I have been noticing. Then I dive into why I have been so busy that last few weeks. I talk about all of my transactions, my buyers and sellers and some drama about listing agents.

I also talk about my super fun and vibey online course for women to walk them through, step by step, how to buy real estate. There is no excuse for the smart successful woman who wants to buy but says "I just dont know where to start..." Thats exactly why I have created this course.

find it here

https://marinashiferman.com/academy-apply

I discuss my 3 theories as to why women shy away from buying real estate.

I am speaking to women who have high paying steady careers, who have savings, who dream of owning but dont know what that means for them or how to get started.

Many women in San Francisco are successful and dream of owning real estate in san francisco. I am here to help

Here is the link to my course https://marina-shiferman.mykajabi.com/offers/8TpjNH2u/checkout

reach out with any questions or to start working together

You have found a house you want to buy here in San Francisco, the next step is writing your offer but what does that really mean, what goes into it, how do you figure it out?

The san francisco purchase agreement is way more than just price, its contingencies, time frames, and special requests.

In this episode we go over

How to determine price

the different steps and strategies to the purchase agreement in san francisco

and some negotiation tools

let me know what you think

People are freaking out about interest rates right now. They are screaming that interest rates are rising, they are scared, noone wants to buy, the market is slowing down, its like another pandemic.

I have a conversation with a super amazing mortgage banker here in SF, she puts it into perspective. 

Mortgage interest rates are still super SUPER low.

Today is a packed episode, I am talking about the shift that I have been seeing in the san francisco real estate market, the condo and single family home competition, the prices, list price vs sales price and some market updates.

This week I am answering some questions I received on instagram.

How I got into real estate and my tips for buying investment property.

I am talking about buying property for rental purposes, short term furnished (airbnb, traveling nurses, corporate housing) and long term unfurnished.

I give some super helpful tips