Tiburon, a magical city by the bay. Surrounded on three sides by the magnificent San Francisco Bay, everywhere you look in Tiburon is filled with a breathtaking view. Tiburon real estate is as stunning, offerings world class designs attracting buyers from near and far. Many of the estates have spectacular views of Angel Island, the […]
1 in 4 Americans Say this is the Best Investment
(Image by Sotheby’s International Realty) A new survey shows that more than one in four Americans (27 percent) said real estate was the best investment for any money that they would not need for at least a decade. Cash came in second with 23 percent of investors, only 17 percent said the stock market is […]
Uncovering the Origins of Marin County’s Name
Marin is one of the original 27 California counties. It was created months before California was formally admitted as a state in 1850. But, the source of the name for the county has always been in doubt. Two major stories have competed almost since the founding of the county as the true origin story for […]
The Secrets of Angel Island
Long before the arrival of Europeans, members of the local Miwok tribes would come to the island to hunt, fish, and gather food. The island provided a plentiful buffet, serving up salmon, acorns, and various birds. The island held a special place in the tribe’s way of life and livelihood. Once the Europeans began arriving, […]
Construction of the Golden Gate Bridge
Marin County had watched as San Francisco grew into a world-class city just across the narrow Golden Gate Strait. While the residents of Marin were never interested in the kind of growth that had shaped San Francisco, many were eager for the economic development better transportation between the county and the big city would bring. […]
The Most Secret Places in Marin County
Marin has many tourist attractions, but it is also well known as a place that likes to keep a low profile, and may not always welcome all visitors. Marin County has some places where the owners would rather visitors not show up, especially unannounced. In fact, visitors may find themselves detained if they fail to […]
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