Monica Tarrant - Elk Grove, CA Realtor

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Monica Tarrant - Elk Grove, CA Realtor

📍 Elk Grove Native
🏡 Selling the Greater Sacramento Area & Beyond
🔑 Keller Williams Elk Grove
DRE 02121359

06/26/2023

In honor of National Homeowner Month, I wanted to shout out a couple of the recent first time home buyers I’ve had the privilege of helping this past month!

👉🏼 The Cuellar-Morales family bought their dream house on a hill with me and to say it was one of my favorite client experiences ever, would be an understatement. I’m pretty sure my Instagram is just a fan page for them at this point. We met at the end of last year, and luckily they weren’t in a hurry to find “the one” because “the one” didn’t hit the market until May of this year. I’ve never been so happy to be wrong because (I said there was NO WAY we would.. But sure enough) we got into escrow $75,000 under list price after less than two weeks on market. A classic case of “meant to be.” May or may not have cried when this one closed… okay I cried, no one is shocked. One promised pool later, and the personalization process is underway and the sunsets… cannot be beat.

👉🏼 I met the Gutierrez family barely two months ago and we just closed on their perfect home in their DREAM neighborhood. They are so excited to move in before welcoming baby #2 into their beautiful family! As I’m sure you all know by now I get realllllly attached to my clients, but things on this one happened SO fast I had to keep reminding them that they’d be stuck with me long after key day! We met at an open house, sat down about a week later to go over what the process would look like, looked at one house less than 24 hours later, and were in contract by Tuesday after beating 6 other offers. First house, first offer - all the pieces just fell into place. Well turns out the house they bought was being sold by the brother of the seller at the house we met at - Elk Grove really is the smallest town there is.

Two happy endings/new beginnings. Two amazing families. One super grateful agent.

If you're a first-time homebuyer or know someone who is, I’d love to chat. I’m here to help make buying fun, easy, and stress-free (or close to!)!

12/23/2022

The only thing better than Christmas is a movie about Christmas. Am I right, or am I right?

When it's time to kick up my feet with a cozy blanket and a warm, chocolatey beverage, you can bet I’m queuing up Elf, The Santa Clause, or Christmas with the Kranks!

What’s streaming non-stop in your home this December? Share below…I could be convinced to branch out from my go-to trio!

12/22/2022

Real talk.

It might seriously be time to ditch the landlord, buy a home, and make your own rules. This quick 5-question quiz may help you know for sure. (But you gotta be honest, K?).

1. Can you afford a down payment? You don’t need piles of cash, but you do need a little (say 3-10% of the home price) to qualify for a competitive interest rate.
2. Do you have regular income? Two years of employment history is preferred, but other factors, such as a high credit score and low debt-to-income ratio, can sub for less than two years.
3. Do you know where you want to live? If you’re new to the area, you might want to wait a few months and get your bearings. I promise you’ll know what areas feel like home after a while.
4. Do you plan on staying put for a while? No one knows the future, but sticking around for 2-5 years is ideal if you can make it work.
5. Are you comfortable with current home prices? Sure, they’re higher than you’d like, but when you run the numbers, you feel confident you can make the budget work.

Is 2023 the year you become a homeowner? PM me, and let’s talk about you and homeownership!

12/21/2022

Here’s me reminding you of two things:

1. You only have four days left to get it together for Christmas Day.
2. Today is the first official day of winter, so here's your latest home maintenance checklist!

12/20/2022

FACT: When you buy or sell, you’re in the driver’s seat, start to finish. But you’re gonna need a capable and experienced team that’ll make sure you get where you need to go.

Funny. Sounds a lot like Santa and his trusted team of reindeer, don’t you think?

- Dasher —> A trusted lender
- Dancer —> A reputable inspector
- Prancer —> Title agent
- Vixen —> Appraiser
- Comet —> Buyer or seller’s agent
- Cupid —> An insurance agent
- Donner —> A notary
- Blitzen —> Your BFF on speed dial
- Rudolph —> Me, your trusted Real Estate Agent

If you’re thinking of buying or selling, you ARE in the driver’s seat, but you’ll never go the journey alone.

If you'd like, send me a PM. I’d love to share how I make the buying or selling process smooth, easy, and clear of any reindeer games!

12/19/2022

Fill in the blank: 'I want to sell my home, but ____________'

If you're considering selling your home this year, but aren't sure if it's the right move, this post is for you! Swipe to take the quiz to find out if now is a good time for you to sell your home, or if you should hold on to it.

Every home and homeowner has their own unique story. Before deciding to sell — or deciding to wait — talk with you real estate agent (me!)

12/09/2022

Tired of drinking eggnog? HEARD! Shake things up this holiday season and try one of these festive refreshments instead! Follow these 3 recipes and be sure to dazzle ALL of your holiday guests!

Step aside, eggnog. There are new holiday bevies on the menu!

Enjoy, friends! And if you give it a try, come back and let me know what you think in the comments.

12/08/2022

Did you know the month of May has the rep for being the best time of year to sell? A ten-year analysis of home sales shows sellers see a 12.6% boost above home market value during May.

So, sure. Look towards May. But here’s the thing. It takes more than the right month to get top dollar. It'll take careful planning and preparation — and that won’t happen overnight.

So…if you’re thinking of selling this spring — March, April, or May — here are 8 things you can knock out NOW that will make it all worthwhile come spring.

8 To-Do’s to Prep Your Home to Sell this Spring

1) Declutter, donate, and organize your closets, drawers, and attics.
2) Clean out the garage and consider painting the walls and floor.
3) Identify major repairs and make a plan to fix them one by one.
4) Ensure that major appliances are in working condition.
5) Focus painting efforts - think entryway, foyer, kitchen, and bathrooms.
6) Replace your house numbers and mailbox to make it easy for sellers to find your home.
7) Clear out winter debris little by little.
8) Reach out to your agent (me!) If you're out of the area, I can refer you to a great agent nearby.

Selling your home in 2023? Let’s partner together to maximize your profits. DM me to get started!

12/07/2022

The other day I shared red flags to look out for when hiring a listing agent, today let's talk about red flags to look out for when looking at homes!

🚩 The price is low - suspiciously low... we've all heard it: "if it's too good to be true, it probably is"
🚩 The foundation is cracked.
🚩 It smells damp, musty, or like an overload of air freshener.
🚩 Several of the neighboring houses are for sale.
🚩 Water stains on the ceiling.

What did I forget? Comment a red flag you've seen in a house before 👇

12/06/2022

ATTN: HOMEOWNERS: Think you need a big budget, a fancy office, or lots of hustle to make money with your home?

You don’t! Check out these six income streams exclusively for homeowners:

→ Rent your home for productions. Check out websites like PeerSpace or Home Studio List to rent out your space for photo or video productions.
→ Consider a roommate. If you’re single or your significant other is on board, put the call out for a roommate. You can cover as much as 30% of your housing costs each month.
→ Renovate a space to rent. If you have the space and live in an area that allows it, finish that room over your garage or create a basement apartment to rent.
→ Store other people’s stuff. A storage unit runs over $100 per month. Use your extra space to help others save while making a little extra cash.
→ Lease your driveway or parking spot. If parking is prime in your neighborhood, rent a spot to neighbors who have more than one set of wheels.
→ Start a pet-sitting business. Use your spacious backyard and love of four-legged friends to make some extra cash. Plus, you can choose your own schedule.

Do you have a side hustle out of your home? Share where you’ve found success in the comments below.

12/05/2022

Hiring an agent to sell your home is a big decision. And here’s the thing. It’s way more than finding someone who lives in your town. It’s about trust, comfort, and confidence.

When looking for an agent, don’t overlook one or more of these red flags before making your final decision:

🚩 They have little to no online presence.
🚩 They seem unfamiliar with your neighborhood.
🚩 When you meet face to face, they’re constantly checking their Apple watch, and you’re never quite sure if they’re listening.
🚩 It takes several attempts — on YOUR end — to reach them or get your questions answered.
🚩 Your gut tells you they’re just not it.

Hiring the wrong agent to sell your home is like waking up on Christmas morning with coal in your stocking — ugh! So save this post for later, or tag someone you know who’s thinking about selling.

12/02/2022

Don't let your wallet stand in the way of your decorating dreams! I've got some DIY tips to help you make your home extra festive without breaking the bank!

- Place extra ornaments on the mantle, in a hurricane vase, or around a DIY wreath.
- Paper, scissors, and some string are all you need to make snowflake garland. Find patterns you love with a quick online search. Simple, bold, and easy for the kids!
- Wrap empty Amazon boxes to create a faux-wrapped present tower. Place on an entry bench, stairway, or fireplace. You can also wrap artwork or picture frames already hanging on your wall. Just add a fun bow and place back on the wall.
- Put those holiday photo cards to work as ornaments on your tree (use clothespins to clip to branches), or simply hang them around a doorway.
- When in doubt, go with lights and greenery. On the mantle, around a banister, above kitchen cabinets...the possibilities are endless and the price is oh-so-right.

Do you have high-impact, low-cost holiday decorations you adore? Drop them in the comments!

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9250 Laguna Springs Drive
Sacramento, CA

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+19167565467

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http://propertybymonica.com/

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