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Matthew S. Holder is a Broker-Associate native to the Mid-San Francisco Peninsula. Born and raised in Atherton, he attended St. Joseph’s Elementary in Atherton and Bellarmine College Preparatory in San Jose before graduating from UC Santa Cruz with a Bachelor’s Degree in Economics.
Matthew specializes in representing clients in the sale and purchase of homes in Silicon Valley-especially in the towns of Menlo Park, Atherton, Portola Valley, Woodside, Palo Alto, Los Altos, Mountain View, Redwood City, and San Carlos. He believes in strong marketing and constant networking in order to give his clients every possible advantage when buying and selling their homes. Combined with his training in Economics, which gives him unparalleled statistical credentials in the industry, he strives to give his clients well-rounded and objective consultations regarding their real estate goals.
Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage
800 El Camino Real, Ste. #300
Menlo Park, Ca 94025
Direct: 650.566.5309
Fax: 650.323.7128
Email: matthew.holder@cbnorcal.com
Web: http://www.LynandMatt.com
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Matthew specializes in representing clients in the sale and purchase of homes in Silicon Valley-especially in the towns of Menlo Park, Atherton, Portola Valley, Woodside, Palo Alto, Los Altos, Mountain View, Redwood City, and San Carlos. He believes in strong marketing and constant networking in order to give his clients every possible advantage when buying and selling their homes. Combined with his training in Economics, which gives him unparalleled statistical credentials in the industry, he strives to give his clients well-rounded and objective consultations regarding their real estate goals.
Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage
800 El Camino Real, Ste. #300
Menlo Park, Ca 94025
Direct: 650.566.5309
Fax: 650.323.7128
Email: matthew.holder@cbnorcal.com
Web: http://www.LynandMatt.com
Web2: http://www.matthewsholder.com
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Matthew S. Holder answered:
In most cases, the previous sales prices of homes are of public record. Nevertheless, it is possible to with hold that information from the county records and so giving your Realtor the address you wish to research should be your first step. It will most likely save you time, it's going to be right data, and you won't have to do any of the research yourself.
It is entirely possible that the sale occurred off-market and the sale price was undisclosed from the county and the MLS. In that case, your agent should get their network in gear and start asking around to see if they can dig it up.
It is entirely possible that the sale occurred off-market and the sale price was undisclosed from the county and the MLS. In that case, your agent should get their network in gear and start asking around to see if they can dig it up.
Matthew S. Holder answered:
It sold for under its last list price. The amount I won't disclose publicly, however, you can Email me for the full story.
Matthew S. Holder answered:
Hi Mk.
Although these statistics may be right, they say very little about the market in Palo Alto. The mix of homes sold, the relative location of homes sold in the neighborhoods, and the fact that were talking about very small numbers of sold homes make these stats very imperfect.
I can tell you that the long term trend is still up over the past 2 years and over the past 10 years in both these areas. As a buyer, the long term outlook should be a main concern on your decision to purchase since the average homeowner lives in a home for 8 years before moving or refinancing. That's plenty of time in the Mid-Peninsula market to see healthy appreciation. That reflects looking for dropped activity in strong markets as an indicator of a good time to buy.
Although these statistics may be right, they say very little about the market in Palo Alto. The mix of homes sold, the relative location of homes sold in the neighborhoods, and the fact that were talking about very small numbers of sold homes make these stats very imperfect.
I can tell you that the long term trend is still up over the past 2 years and over the past 10 years in both these areas. As a buyer, the long term outlook should be a main concern on your decision to purchase since the average homeowner lives in a home for 8 years before moving or refinancing. That's plenty of time in the Mid-Peninsula market to see healthy appreciation. That reflects looking for dropped activity in strong markets as an indicator of a good time to buy.
Matthew S. Holder answered:
Yes.
You are right,however, most of the homes in Palo Alto are only notices of default, which does not necessarily indicate that they will go to foreclosure.
There have also been homes in Atherton and Menlo Park that have had notices served on them as well, but they usually do not end up in foreclosure. If you are interested in buying one of these homes, it is usually better to try and buy them pre-foreclosure.
You are right,however, most of the homes in Palo Alto are only notices of default, which does not necessarily indicate that they will go to foreclosure.
There have also been homes in Atherton and Menlo Park that have had notices served on them as well, but they usually do not end up in foreclosure. If you are interested in buying one of these homes, it is usually better to try and buy them pre-foreclosure.
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If you click "view properties on map" in the upper right hand corner, you can see that a vast majority of the properties are in East Palo Alto. East Palo Alto and Palo Alto are actually 2 different cities yet many online sources mistakenly combine the two cities into one.
Another example of this mistake is that some online sources combine Menlo Park and Atherton even though they are definitely different towns.
I think these are some of the reasons why Realtors and the public are on different pages because both sides are sometimes looking at different information. I have nothing against online sources for market info, I just wish they would get it right.
If you click "view properties on map" in the upper right hand corner, you can see that a vast majority of the properties are in East Palo Alto. East Palo Alto and Palo Alto are actually 2 different cities yet many online sources mistakenly combine the two cities into one.
Another example of this mistake is that some online sources combine Menlo Park and Atherton even though they are definitely different towns.
I think these are some of the reasons why Realtors and the public are on different pages because both sides are sometimes looking at different information. I have nothing against online sources for market info, I just wish they would get it right.
Matthew S. Holder answered:
Yes. Home Values will increase over the long run. Certain areas of Palo Alto have been mildly affected by the economic situation, however, demand and the market are relatively strong in Palo Alto.
If you would like any in depth analysis on the market trends by neighborhood in Palo Alto, let me know.
If you would like any in depth analysis on the market trends by neighborhood in Palo Alto, let me know.
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My expertise ranges from negotiation, statistical, market trend and economic analysis, to a strong background in property management and construction to give my clients only the best service. My skills allow me to offer my clients the ability to buy or sell their home for the right price in as little time as possible through strong negotiation, expansive marketing, and market expertise. Having grown up on the mid-peninsula, I have a unique understanding of the area and can easily combine the tools provided by Coldwell Banker, my economics degree, and a Broker's know-how to give you the best service on the peninsula.
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Broker-Associate for Coldwell Banker
Broker-Associate at the Menlo Park-El Camino Office
January 2007—present
Certifications & Awards
International President's Premier Team, 2008
B.A. Economics, U.C. Santa Cruz
B.A. Economics, U.C. Santa Cruz
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