Being a third generation Marin county native, Janelle appreciates the natural, historical, and cultural features that draw so many families to live in its towns and cities.

As a partner in Front Porch Realty Group, Janelle has found a powerful match between her passion for homes and her joy in providing service for the needs of first time, move-up, country property , and investment buyers.  Sellers and buyers from a wide variety of backgrounds and situations find in Janelle a knowledgeable, trustworthy, and compassionate partner for their transactions.  Janelle's business experience as the owner of a successful children's clothing store in Mill Valley and more recently as a manager of a local real estate firm, allow her to see clearly the challenges and opportunities that lay with each transaction.  Her specialized training as a SRES realtor allows Janelle to thoroughly address the needs of her senior citizen clients.

Janelle and her husband Jim live in Lagunitas.  Their two children have grown up in the nurturing environment of the San Geronimo Valley and have enjoyed all the resources there, especially the great public school and outdoor recreation.  Janelle served for many years as board president of the local fundraising foundation for the Lagunitas School District.  Janelle feels that the opportunity to live in this area is perhaps the greatest gift that we all share.  Whether it is hiking the west Marin ridges, riding horses through the redwood groves, or walking the miles of  spectacular beaches with her two comical standard poodles, she is thankful everyday that this is her home.

Certifications:

SRES - Senior Real Estate Specialist

A native San Franciscan, Jim has lived in San Rafael since 1987 with his wife, Sherry, and their two sons, Casey and Kevin.  Jim has a Bachelor of Science degree from Saint Mary's College and a MBA from San Francisco State University.  Jim has an extensive background in accounting, finance and corporate investment management.  He has worked for Catellus Development Corporation and was one of the first four employees of Spectra Systems.  Jim was also a founding member of Diamond Electronics.

Jim is confident his business experience will provide his clients with an efficient, effective and rewarding real estate experience.  His clients benefit from his high standards of ethics and professionalism along with his accurate insight, negotiating skills and his acute attention to detail relating to every aspect of the real estate transaction.

Jim was a long time CYO basketball coach and a Dixie-Terra Linda baseball and soccer coach. Jim is also a Marinwood Fire Department Commissioner.  He enjoys early morning runs with his wife, staying just on the cusp of being in shape, spending time with his family and following the academic and athletic pursuits of his two sons who are students at Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo and The University of Oregon.

Karen is a native San Franciscan and her two daughters have the distinction of being 4th generation San Franciscans.  She and her husband Jim made the short move to Novato 10 years ago because they wanted their daughters to attend the much admired Marin public school system.  Her family acclimated to the beauty and culture of Marin very quickly.  It was one of the best decisions they have ever made.

After working over 20 years in the healthcare field and for non-profit organizations, Karen made the decision to follow her own passion and real estate fit the call.  She enjoys helping people find their homes - especially first time buyers.  When it comes to selling or buying your  home, she works deligently to make sure that it is a smooth transaction for all parties involved.  Communication is her number #1 goal.  She believes personal and ongoing contact is very important to building the relationship with clients and ultimately the success of the transaction.

She currently serves on the board for the Marin Chapter of the Women's Council of REALTORS.  In her spare time she enjoys long distance walking, reading a great book, and is an enthusiastic knitter.  Karen also continues to teach CPR and First Aid in the Bay Area - which has allowed her to meet many wonderful people.

Certifications and Distinctions

President - Women's Council of REALTORS Marin - 2012

Women's Council of Realtors (Marin Chapter) Realtor of the Year 2009

Member, Novato's Womens Network

Performance Management Network Designation

FACS - Forclosure Alternatives Consultant

Yoko was born in Japan but considers herself a Bay Area native. She currently resides in San Rafael with her husband Rick and her son Max. She has lived all over the Bay Area and enjoys being knowledgeable about the subtle differences between the counties. She thoroughly enjoys each challenge that real estate brings and loves working with her colleagues to find the best solutions for her clients. One of her passions is to continually pursue new learning opportunities both professionally and personally. Yoko loves to bike all over Marin County, cook, travel, ski, and eat fantastic food.

Certifications and Distinctions

SRES - Senior Real Estate Specialist

ECOBROKER

FACS - Foreclosure Alternatives Consultant

2011 President  for the Marin Chapter of the Woman's Council of REALTORS