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(415) 488-4567 bernie@sonic.net
  • 1536 Parker Drive
    Santa Rosa, CA 95405
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Sell Smarter. Keep More Equity. Full Service for 1%.

Full-Service Home Selling in Marin & Sonoma Counties

At Eco Realty, we believe selling your home should be clear, rational, and financially intelligent.

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Consultation & Strategy

We start by understanding your goals, timeline, and property’s unique value, then design a customized plan to maximize your return.

Preparation & Marketing

From professional photos and video tours to staging advice and online exposure, we make your home stand out where it matters most.

Listing & Promotion

Your property is featured across major real estate platforms and social networks to reach the right buyers quickly.

Negotiation & Offers

With decades of experience and over 3,000 successful transactions, we negotiate confidently to secure your best possible outcome.

Closing & Beyond

We coordinate inspections, appraisals, and escrow for a smooth, stress-free experience from start to finish.

Selling Smart Starts Here

Watch Practical Tips to Prepare, Price, and Sell With Confidence

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See What You Keep

Compare a traditional commission with a 1% full-service model.

Selling smarter means understanding the numbers. Use the calculator below to see the difference.

Commission Fee Ours Traditional
Listing Rate 1% 2%2.5%3%
Sales Price enter sales price
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Seller Commission $15,000 $30,000$37,500$45,000
Minimum $7,500
Savings $15,000$22,500$30,000
Sales Price enter sales price
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Ours 1%
Seller Commission$15,000
Minimum$7,500
Save up to $30,000
Traditional Rates
2%
Commission$30,000
You Save$15,000
2.5%
Commission$37,500
You Save$22,500
3%
Commission$45,000
You Save$30,000

Savings reflect the difference between each traditional rate and our listing fee.

Everything That Sells — Without Excess Cost

The 1% Full-Service Listing Model

You shouldn’t have to trade service quality for economic sense. Our 1% Full-Service Listing Model provides complete professional representation while removing the structural overhead that drives traditional commissions.

Professional Photography and Video

High-quality photography, aerial imagery, and cinematic walk-throughs create powerful first impressions and stronger buyer engagement.

Market Interpretation & Valuation Expertise

Accurate pricing is not guesswork. It is the result of experience, mathematical discipline, and deep local knowledge. Bernie’s valuation approach focuses on market behavior, not automated estimates.

Tailored Staging & Presentation Strategy

Thoughtful preparation and presentation designed to highlight your home’s strengths and maximize buyer perception.

Strategic Pricing

Positioning your home competitively to attract serious buyers, generate momentum, and optimize final sale outcomes.

Dedicated Property Website

Each listing receives its own web presence — a focused, high-impact presentation rather than a simple database entry.

Targeted Digital Exposure

Selective social and digital marketing designed to reach qualified buyers without wasteful advertising spend.

Negotiation & Contract Expertise

Terms matter as much as price. A calm, experienced negotiation strategy protects your equity and reduces transactional risk.

Inspection & Pre-Listing Strategy

Proactive coordination of inspections, disclosures, and preparations to minimize surprises and strengthen buyer confidence.

Escrow Oversight & Transaction Management

Disciplined project management from contract to close, ensuring a smooth and predictable selling experience.

GUIDING FAMILIES THROUGH LIFE’S TRANSITIONS

Experience When Circumstances Matter Most

Real estate decisions are often tied to major life changes — probate, divorce, downsizing, relocation, or generational transitions. These situations require more than marketing. They require judgment, clarity, and steady guidance.

Bernie Stephan provides experienced, compassionate support designed to reduce stress, preserve value, and help families move forward with confidence.

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Tools To Sell With Confidence

Smart Strategies For Sellers

Selling a home is a major financial decision, and the right information makes every step easier. These resources provide clear, practical guidance for homeowners in Marin and Sonoma who want to prepare well, avoid common pitfalls, and maximize their equity. From understanding today’s commission rules to getting your property market-ready, you’ll find everything you need to make informed, confident choices.

Local Knowledge. Proven Results. Real Savings.

Why Sellers Work With Bernie Stephan

With deep roots in Marin and Sonoma Counties, Bernie brings rare market perspective shaped by thousands of transactions, brokerage leadership, and decades of client advocacy.

Selling smarter means:
• Transparent 1% full-service representation

• Decisions guided by local market data

• Understanding markets as local ecosystems

• Direct, personal communication throughout

• Ethical, sustainable real estate practices

Work With an Experienced Broker
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Market Data by Area

MARIN COUNTY
Southern Marin

Sausalito, Tiburon, Mill Valley

Southern Marin
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MARIN COUNTY
Ross Valley

Corte Madera, Kentfield, Fairfax

Ross Valley
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MARIN COUNTY
San Rafael

Peacock Gap, Terra Linda, Marinwood

San Rafael
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MARIN COUNTY
Novato

Hamilton, Bel Marin Keys, San Marin

Novato
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MARIN COUNTY
West Marin

Pt Reyes, Bolinas. San Geronimo

West Marin
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SONOMA COUNTY
Petaluma

Penngrove, Bloomfield, Lakeville

Petaluma
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SONOMA COUNTY
Cotati/Rohnert Park

Stony Point, University Park

Cotati/Rohnert Park
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SONOMA COUNTY
Santa Rosa

Roseland, Bennett Vally, Rincoln Valley

Santa Rosa
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SONOMA COUNTY
Sebastopol

Graton, Forestville, Occidental

Sebastopol
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SONOMA COUNTY
Sonoma Valley

Kenwood, Glenn Ellon, Sonoma

Sonoma Valley
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SONOMA COUNTY
Russian River

Cloverdale, Healdsburg, Guerneville

Russian River
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SONOMA COUNTY
Sonoma Coast

Bodega Bay, Jenner, The Sea Ranch

Sonoma Coast
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Selling Marin & Sonoma Homes for Top Dollar

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