Real Marina Group
Before & After Transformations

Transforming Homes, Maximizing Value

At Real Marina Group, we believe that preparation is everything when it comes to selling a home in the San Francisco Bay Area. With Marina's expertise as both a Top 1% REALTORĀ® and a licensed General Contractor, we guide homeowners through smart, cost-effective improvements that turn an ordinary property into a buyer's dream.

Top 1%
Realtors
200+
Bay Area families served
16+
Years Experience
100%
Client Satisfaction
Nick and Marina Petrosov - Real Marina Group Co-Founders
Educational Content

What You'll Learn in Our Videos

On this page, you'll find Before & After videos from our YouTube channel, showcasing real transformations of Bay Area homes. From updating kitchens and bathrooms to enhancing curb appeal and lighting, these projects demonstrate how small changes can deliver big returns.

Smart Preparation

How to prepare your home for sale with minimal investment.

Value-Adding Upgrades

Which upgrades add the most value in the Bay Area market.

Staging & Curb Appeal

Tips for staging, curb appeal, and modern finishes.

Real Success Stories

Real client stories - homes that sold quickly and at top dollar after transformation.

Featured Transformations

Real Bay Area Home Transformations

See how we turn "needs work" into "buyer magnets" with our complete transformation process.

We bought a fixer for rent in California, USA. We spent 1 month and $100,000 on renovations.
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We bought a fixer for rent in California, USA. We spent 1 month and $100,000 on renovations.

We are sharing the full renovation process. Our goal is to rent it out so that the tenants cover all our monthly house related payments and eventually payoff our mortgage in full.

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Fully Refreshed Home - In Just 3 Weeks
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Fully Refreshed Home - In Just 3 Weeks

Beautiful San Rafael home with stunning mountain views that our team prepared and sold at a record price. The property was left in poor condition by tenants, but we fully refreshed it in just 3 weeks at minimal cost. That is the power of a professional team.

Sold for 2,020,000 dollarsMultiple Offers Received
Pleasanton Home Transformation
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Pleasanton Home Transformation

Before and after a home renovation project in Pleasanton, California. Sold for the highest price per square foot in the area.

Sold in 1 week
Effective and affordable exterior upgrades.
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Effective and affordable exterior upgrades.

First impressions matter, and that includes selling your home. In this video, we talk about why curb appeal is so important and how it can significantly impact your sale.

Sells FasterHome's value Increase by 7 to 12%
Ready to Transform Your Home?

Let's maximize your home's value together.

Ready to see your home's potential? Contact Marina for a consultation and discover how strategic improvements can increase your home's value and appeal to buyers.

Why Choose Real Marina Group?

One-Stop Licensed Team: Buy, build/renovate, manage, and sell under one roof.

Top 1% REALTORĀ® Nationwide: Recognized among the best across the U.S.

Lower Overall Costs: Efficiency and savings by managing everything in-house.

Customer-First Approach: We stand for our customers as we stand for ourselves.