California homeowners insurance is changing rapidly. Here’s what Marin County and Bay Area homeowners need to know about insurance in 2026, including wildfire risk, the FAIR Plan, and how coverage issues can affect buying and selling a home.

Discover the best things to do in the San Francisco Bay Area in January 2026—from concerts and festivals to food, culture, and other events.

Marin County’s housing market showed resilience in August 2025, even as inventory rose 24% year-over-year. The median sold price edged up 2% to $1.395M, with homes averaging 50 days on market. While buyers have more choices, well-prepared listings in prime neighborhoods continue to draw strong offers. Early signs of renewed AI and tech momentum in the Bay Area may add further strength to Marin’s market this fall.

Joseph Esherick stands as one of the most influential and widely respected architects in California's history. Known for his masterful ability to merge form with function, landscape with lifestyle, and structure with soul, Esherick's work has helped define the architectural character of the San Francisco Bay Area for over half a century. From elegant hilltop residences to major civic and institutional landmarks, his designs exemplify clarity, warmth, and a deep respect for place. He designed one of my current listings, a gorgeous example of his work at 11 Crest Road in Belvedere.