Bob Ravasio's exceptional skills and dedicated team of professionals creates unrivaled client service for Marin County home sellers, buyers, and investors.
One of Marin's most trusted agents. Bob's long-time success as a top producer for Coldwell Banker Northern California is rooted in his honest, down-to-earth approach, extensive knowledge of houses, strong negotiating skills, and outstanding marketing talent.
He has over 20 years' experience in advertising; developing marketing strategy for international clients such as Levi's, Coors, and Kraft General Foods; as well as tenure running his own successful San Francisco advertising agency. Matched only by his hands-on experience with home building. Including the design, approval process, construction, and remodeling.
Known for his excellent team of reliable and reasonably priced contractors who help sellers prepare homes for sale. He has an excellent long-time transaction coordinator, relies on some of the best stagers and photographers in the business, and is also supported in marketing and staging by his wife, Pat.
For sellers, Bob's successful long-time career in corporate advertising lifts his marketing skills to new levels. For buyers, his partnership in the construction of several spec homes gives him extensive knowledge for investigating prospective properties.
As a trusted leader in his community of Corte Madera, he serves on the Town Council and holds various leadership roles throughout the community. Originally from Pittsburgh, PA. Bob has lived in Marin County for 27 years, where he and his wife raised their three daughters. He has served on the Corte Madera Town Council for nine years; has been Mayor; and, is currently the Town's representative for the school districts, disaster preparedness, and bike and pedestrian infrastructure. In addition, he serves as President of the Corte Madera Community Foundation and Co-Chairman of The Coalition Connection, a non-profit aimed at reducing incidence of substance abuse among youth in the Twin Cities and Ross Valley.
More than anything, Bob is known for his integrity, professionalism and calm demeanor. He is the agent other agents trust.
07 Nov 2018
It’s a common misconception that you shouldn’t try to buy or sell a home during the fall and winter months. This is generally considered the “offseason” in real estate. Many sellers mistakenly believe that...
04 Oct 2018
While no one can predict the future with certainty, most experts expect to see modest growth in the U.S. housing market for the remainder of this year and next. Inventory will remain tight, mortgage...
05 Sep 2018
No one likes to think about disasters. Severe weather, fire, theft—or even a seemingly small issue like a broken pipe—can wreak havoc on your home and result in thousands of dollars in damages. Fortunately,...
01 Aug 2018
The residential rental market is now the fastest-growing segment of the housing market. In the United States, the demand for single-family rentals, defined as either detached homes or townhouses, has risen 30 percent in...
04 Jul 2018
It’s easy to get swept up in the excitement of buying a home. Once you’ve had an offer accepted on your dream house, you’ll probably be anxious to move in. However, before you make...
06 Jun 2018
Whatever your reasons are for relocating to a new area, the process can feel overwhelming. Whether you’re moving across across town or across the country, you’ll be changing more than your address. Besides a...
02 May 2018
According to the National Association of Realtors, staging a home prior to listing it can result in a faster and more profitable sale.1 In fact, the Real Estate Staging Association estimates that professionally staged...
04 Apr 2018
From summer vacations to winter holidays, it seems each season offers the perfect excuse to put off our to-do list. But be careful, homeowners: neglecting your home’s maintenance could put your personal safety—and one...
23 Feb 2018
Looking for the perfect present for a loved one this holiday season? We’ve rounded up 20 of our favorite gift ideas. And since we work in real estate, we focused on items that add...
23 Feb 2018
Real Estate 2018: What to Expect As we head into a new year, the most common question we receive is, “What’s the outlook for real estate in 2018?” It’s not just potential buyers and...