He's Dutch and who can argue that our beloved SF has the biggest windmill by a span of 14 feet!
After years of diplomacy, you learn not to argue with a Dutchman.
Don Quixote & his trusty sidekick Pancho Villa agree.
It's big and purported by this Dutchman to be capable of powering water and electricity soon!
We're convinced. Feel the change in the air...
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Al6mEKg87Yw
Amateur Home Movie - San Francisco 1955 - Be amazed: little traffic, a population count not much different than today, dairyland on Top of Twin Peaks, the ol' Cliff House and Playland at the Beach!!
Considering THEN AND NOW with a population barely 100,000 more NOW than THEN; we are fortunate to have many wonderful neighborhoods (villages) each with their own history to tell. Love those motion shots over the hood ornament!
An amazing place to live, as everytime we leave for vacation or business, we are often so happy to return.
If you are looking for a quintessential San Fransico place to live, let us know!
Our first new listing in 2012 is a Victorian Hideaway in Corona Heights. 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms, Formal Living Room, Formal Dining Room, Open Kitchen and Family Room, Deck and Front Yard with a white picket fence, hidden behind three other condominiums. Stay tuned as we bring photos up next week! (Updated 1/6/2012)
This Holiday Season - Visit Noe Valley!
You can't help but wonder if San Francisco isn't akin to Disneyland. You pay a toll if you cross a bridge. You've got a multitude of main streets and parades. You never know if your elected official's real name is; Mickey, Minnie, Daffy or Goofy. You've got rides taking you up to the stars a then plunging you into Pinocchio's world. Watch your nose and ears folks!
Yet here in the Noe Valley - we cling to a tradition that almost became Santa Gate 2008... 24 Holidays on 24th Street - has taken over from the Noel Stroll, a one weekend event to almost a month long, including three weekends of hayrides, visits from the North Pole and shop specials. The baton was tossed, caught and a TRADITION continues. Visit us this holiday season, experience one of San Francisco's wonderful "Main Street's!!!" Who knows, you may even meet Minnie and Goofy shopping here too! };-)
December 3, 2011 - Kickoff Saturday
Hayrides 11 - 3, Rudolph and Santa visit from 12 - 2
http://youtu.be/bdtRly8I1ic
Join us in a San Francisco Main Street tradition - 24 Holidays on 24th Street - Kickoff Party - Saturday, December 3, 2011. Hayrides 11 am to 3 pm. Santa & Rudolph 12 to 2. 24th Street and Church Street in the Noe Valley. THE destination this year for Main Street cheer, making memories for next year! Zephyr Real Estate is proud to be a part of SF traditions for over three decades! Event Sponsored by the Noe Valley Merchants Association. Come CELEBRATE the holidays in San Francisco! Everything for Skating in Union Square to hayrides and tidings of Good Cheer!
How a Financial Pro Lost His Home - An American Story
This morning I picked up the NY Times, skimming over the headlines I found this article to be a worthwhile read. It exemplifies what happened to so many people who thought they were doing the right thing.
A great read on How a Financial Planner Lost His House -- Short sale stories come from all walks of life... After a client makes their decision to short sale, we become their best ally in helping them to unravel a piece of their financial entanglement. Short sales are not for the faint of heart and certainly there are no quick fixes, programs or nonesuch.
It still comes down to hard work and the three P's; Patience, Persistence and Perserverance.
NY Times Link Below - November 9, 2011
http://nyti.ms/rO86by
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Top Producer 2010 - Thanks to our clients! Companywide Top Producer 2009 Noe Valley Office Top Producer - 2008 Top Producer: 2000 - 2010 Your success is our success...
Top Producer 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008 2009, 2010 and working even harder in 2011...
Michael Ackerman and Oliver Burgelman are an excellent team at Zephyr Real Estate, best described as the A B Z's of good real estate practice. Impeccable ethics, fair negotiations and smooth transactions are their trademark. Their business is built upon referrals from friends, past clients and those they have touched in their lives. Building Trust for Life... is not just a logo or saying, but a way of living. If these are the kind of agents you are looking for in your next transaction, call upon them -- you won't be disappointed. Call 415-695-2715 or email: abz@zephyrsf.com
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A donation is made during every transaction to the charity of our client's choice. - Exemplifying the spirit of giving back to community - We are part of the Zephyr Real Estate Family - San Francisco's Home Town Real Estate Agency!
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"My law office handles a considerable number of probate and trust administration cases throughout the greater Bay Area. Many of these cases involve the sale of real estate and often under difficult emotional conditions. Your compassion, communication skills and efficiency made the process so much easier on my client and on me than what I have sometimes experienced with other agents."
R. Halpern, Estate and Trust Attorney
"Mike was an incredible relief to find. With a house inherited with a hefty mortgage, in need of some TLC and a family coping with grief, Mike earned his commission by being part counselor, part property manager, part sales man and all parts fabulous broker. Had he not taken the repairs in hand and made the house shine and taken my brothers in hand and made them shine, we might still be paying the mortgage and the water bill. Instead a lovely family was in the home in time for Thanksgiving and my family, while sad to mark the year anniversary of our loss, appreciate Mike's giving us a little something to be happy about."
A. Evans, on the sale of her family home.
"Thanks again. You did a great job and I would be delighted to recommend you to anyone who is looking for an experienced, hard- working, knowledgeable, professional, smart and thorough agent to represent them. You are the best agent I have worked with in the San Francisco and Peninsula real estate markets in my 35+ years as a real estate investor." J. Freiberg, on the sale of his three unit in Noe Valley
" Thank you so much for referring me. Mike and his team have been great throughout the process of selling my home. You know me - if there was anything to complain about, I would be talking about it. So I just really wanted to thank you. My home is IN CONTRACT!" C. Sink, Twin Peaks, San Francisco - Seller
" Michael delivered on his marketing strategy and ended up with over 400 prospective buyers walking through the units in 2 1/2 weeks. Michael and Oliver generated 14 offers. The selected buyer offering a significant premium over the listing price, had no contingencies and a 30 day close. -- A home-run in anyone's book!! "
T. Simoni, Lake District, San Francisco - Seller
" I learned to look for the inner beauty in a home; a bolted foundation, copper pipes and circuit breakers, to see the potential of a home and felt I was supported all the way. " B. Zimmerman, Merced Heights, San Francisco - Buyer
" More than anything else their skills and initiative manifested themselves in results. "
D & H Sanchez, Eureka Valley - Seller
" If any agent would do just half of what you are doing we would be very happy -- So you can imagine how confident and grateful we are to have you as our agent. " N & O Doremieux, Golden Gate Heights - Seller
" As a first time buyer of rental property there were so many aspects of the purchase that you patiently took me through such as assessing the value of the building and rental laws. You have provided me with a wonderful list of referrals with a loan broker, lawyer, an accountant, an electrician, building contractors, floor refinisher and a painter. " M. Campbell, Cole Valley/Haight Ashbury - Buyer
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