Buying·May 2026
What First-Time Buyers Actually Need to Know
A no-nonsense walkthrough of the process — from pre-approval to keys in hand — without the jargon.
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Mari Wines · Bay Area Realtor
Mari Wines · Bay Area Realtor
Helping good people win in real estate.
Local Expertise · Genuine Care
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Kind words from past clients
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“She helped my husband and I get the keys to our very first home together.”
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“I'm usually hands-on with deals, but trusting Mari was the best decision I made.”
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“Mari is stuck with me for all of my future real estate needs :)”
- In closed volume
- $94M
- Families helped
- 118
- Years in practice
- 10
- List-to-sale ratio
- 105%
In closed volume
Families helped
Years in practice
List-to-sale ratio
Trusted guidance through one of life's biggest decisions.
Buying or selling a home is one of the biggest decisions you'll ever make, and I believe you deserve someone who treats it that way. With over 100 homes sold throughout the Bay Area, I've built my business on trust, strong communication, and helping my clients feel confident every step of the way.
Before becoming a Realtor, I led multi-million-dollar sales and international marketing projects for global brands. Today, I bring that same level of strategy, professionalism, and attention to detail to every transaction. Whether you're buying your first home, upgrading for a growing family, or preparing to sell, my goal is to make the process as smooth, successful, and stress-free as possible.
When I'm not helping clients, you'll usually find me spending time with my family, exploring the Bay Area, or rescuing and fostering animals.
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Notes from the field
Honest takes on buying, selling, and the Bay Area market.
Selling·April 2026
Pricing Your Home in a Shifting Market
Why list-to-sale ratio matters more than ever, and how to price for momentum instead of regret.
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Market·March 2026
Bay Area Neighborhoods I'm Watching in 2026
Three East Bay pockets quietly outperforming — and what's driving buyer demand there right now.
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Buying·February 2026
The Inspection Findings I Never Ignore
After hundreds of walk-throughs, these are the red flags worth negotiating hard on — or walking away from.
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Get in Touch
Let's talk about your next move.
Whether you're ready to buy, thinking about selling, or just want to chat about the market — I'd love to hear from you.
- Phone
- (925) 357-0369
- mari@e3realty.com
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Behind the scenes of listings, open houses, and life in the East Bay.
Another happy family — congratulations on your new home!
Discovery Bay — offer accepted!
SOLD! So thrilled for these two.
First-time homebuyers — offer accepted!