Drive.
Passion.
Experience.

Turn Vision into Reality

Drive.

Passion.

Experience.

Turn Vision into Reality
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Hello, my name is Dusty Roady and I am a real estate agent with Vanguard Properties, the largest independently owned brokerage in the SF Bay Area.

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I pride myself on striving to provide an extraordinary client experience by always being attentive, respectful and supportive throughout the entire real estate transaction.

My life is defined by my passion and drive which is exemplified in everything I do. Let me guide you through buying or selling your home and deliver on my promise to exceed your expectations while helping clarify and achieve your real estate goals.

An agent that works for you

I will be your trusted advisor from first meeting to keys in hand, in what can be an intimidating and competitive market. With reliable advice, market information, and a sound strategy, together we will win.

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I will help you understand, evaluate, and decide which options are best for you.

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Preparation and attention to details create success. Trust me to help you determine the best plan for your specific buying or selling circumstances, for the optimum outcome.

Our Partners

Through our connection with Leading RE and Leverage, we don't just market your home locally, but globally. This gives us access to potential buyers from all across the world!

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A bit about me

A California native and child of a military family, I relocated to three countries and four states, launching a lifelong passion for homes and the special characteristics of each property. I am committed to excellence and bring limitless drive, diligence, and business acumen from over three decades of world-ranked competitive athletics and coaching, corporate marketing, and business ownership, to support every client.

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A California native and child of a military family, she relocated to three countries and four states, launching a lifelong passion for homes and the special characteristics of each property. Dusty is committed to excellence and brings limitless drive, diligence, and business acumen from over three decades of world-ranked competitive athletics and coaching, corporate marketing, and business ownership, to support every client

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I have resided in Marin and San Francisco Counties for over 35 years and purchased and sold numerous properties, designing and building one for my personal residence. My deep knowledge of the Bay Area lets me collaborate with and wisely guide buyers to the perfect home to match their needs and lifestyles, and expedite the sale of clients’ homes.

Dusty has resided in Marin and San Francisco Counties for over 35 years and has purchased and sold numerous properties, designing and building one for her personal residence. Her deep knowledge of the Bay Area allows her to collaborate with and wisely guide buyers to the perfect home to match their needs and lifestyles, and expedite the sale of clients’ homes.

I find solutions and am a ceaseless and caring resource to help clients reach their real estate goals and make wise investments. I provide the type of service that defines being a champion: unsurpassed, perseverance toward the ultimate vision, and laser focused on success.

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Dusty finds solutions and is a ceaseless and caring resource to help clients reach their real estate goals. She provides the type of service that defines being a champion: unsurpassed, perseverance toward the ultimate vision, and laser focused on success.

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51 Lomita Dr, Mill Valley, CA

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2447 sqft

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1125 Western Avenue, Mill Valley, CA

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions and some not-so-frequently asked questions. The goal of these are to help you understand the real estate process as well as the options that might be available to you. Many agents do not answer these questions or they don't know how. I have all the answers for you here.

How's the market?

Some people will say it's a sellers’ market, others a buyers.’  These terms usually correspond to supply and demand, much like most financial market trends.  In reality there are typically seasons in the real estate market, with winter months slower and hot action in the spring and late summer/early fall.  Market activity can also be affected by interest rates, economic cycles, and the current political climate.  Understanding these factors help you make smart investment choices.

If I'm buying, do I have to pay an agent?

No, you do not have to pay an agent typically. Some top buyers agents however will require you to pay a commission to them for finding you the exact house you want and for their negotiation skills. It can seem like something to stay away from, but you get what you pay for.

What is my home worth?

Your home value is usually determined from an in-depth CMA (comparative market analysis) based on recent sales prices of similar homes in the same neighborhood or area, or perhaps throughout the city.  This CMA can vary from a very rough estimate or an almost exact range depending on the diligence and resources/research of the agent preparing the CMA.  For example, what feature specific to your home enhances its value over the neighbor’s home with similar square feet and beds/baths?

Ultimately you (as the seller) have the final say on purchase price.  You must be comfortable with the number, and it will depend on your motivation and timing.

How do I purchase if I have to sell first?

There are multiple options if you have to also sell yours. You can either purchase a home first, or sell your home first, then live somewhere while you purchase OR you can write an offer contingent on the sale fo your home. Be careful though because an offer like this isn't as favorable as non-contingent offers.

How much do I pay a Listing Agent?

Although commission is negotiable, keep in mind that the seller pays the commission for the buyers agent and the listing agent. Also the long list of work that an agent has to do and the amount of knowledge and experience it takes to get their reflects in the commission an agent will ask you to agree on.

What is a mortgage, and how does it work?

A mortgage is an agreement between you and a lender that allows you to borrow money to purchase or refinance a home and gives the lender the right to take your property if you fail to repay the money you've borrowed. Your mortgage payment will include your interest rate and the amount you pay will depend on the interest rate, loan terms, and how much you put down on a property.