Mandee Tatro

05/06/2026

Sometimes the perfect home isn’t even on the market yet ✉️

I love reaching out to homeowners on behalf of my clients—sending thoughtful letters that share genuine interest and ask the questions many buyers are wondering about. You’d be surprised how often this opens doors (literally!).

If there’s a home you’ve had your eye on, let me know. I’m happy to do a little investigating for you 🕵️ and see if there might be an opportunity.

04/07/2026

🚨 Property Tax Reminder 🚨
Property taxes are due April 10th.
Avoid penalties and interest by paying on time!

03/28/2026

Open House Alert!

12353 Torrey Pines Dr
3 Bed 2 Ba
1728 Sq Ft

$749,000

03/26/2026

🏡 ANNUAL LAKE OF THE PINES COMMUNITY OPEN HOUSE

Join me this Saturday to tour this beautiful home located at:

📍 12353 Torrey Pines Dr

✨ Featuring a stunning kitchen, spacious layout, and a welcoming exterior with modern upgrades — this home is ready for you to fall in love!

🗓 Saturday, March 26th
⏰ 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM

Come see it in person and imagine yourself living here!

Hosted by
Mandee Tatro
Coldwell Banker Grass Roots Realty

📩 Feel free to message me for more details or directions. I look forward to seeing you there!

03/18/2026

Currently there are 11 Listings in Lake of the Pines. 4 of the “Active” Listings are 3 bedrooms 2 bath. The average sale price is $516,212 ($325/Sq Ft)

If you would like updates in your area or an area that you are considering message me!

03/11/2026

LAKE OF THE PINES REAL ESTATE MARKET FOR FEBRUARY

February 2026 was a Seller's market*

Home For Sale in February 2026: 11 units

• Up 57.1% compared to last month
• Down 45% compared to last year

Home Closed in February 2026: 7 units

• Up 133.3% compared to last month
• Up 250% compared to last year

Home Placed under Contract in February 2026: 3 units

• Down 40% compared to last month
• Down 57.1% compared to last year

*Buyer's market: more than 6 months of inventory based on closed sales

*Seller's market: less than 3 months of inventory based on closed sales

*Neutral market: 3 - 6 months of inventory based on closed sales

*If you would like a market report in your area private message me!

03/05/2026

There’s something really special about staying connected 💌

One of my favorite things to do each month is send out a newsletter to my client’s, friends, family — sharing life updates, inspiration, reflections, gratitude, and sometimes a little real estate insight too. It’s my way of keeping our circle close, even when life gets busy.

If you’d like to be added to my monthly email list, I’d love to include you! Just send me a message with your email address and I’ll make sure you’re on the next one.
Grateful for this community 🤍

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02/18/2026

🐎✨ Happy Chinese New Year! ✨🐎

Today we welcome a powerful new beginning as the Lunar New Year ushers in the Year of the Horse. This spirited energy represents freedom, courage, passion, and forward movement—encouraging us to trust our journey, take bold steps, and pursue the dreams calling our hearts.

The Year of the Horse reminds us to embrace change with confidence, move with purpose, and remain strong through every challenge. It is a year for growth, adventure, new opportunities, and fearless transformation.

May this new year bring you strength, clarity, abundance, and joyful momentum in every area of your life. Wishing you and your loved ones a beautiful, prosperous, and inspiring Lunar New Year. 🧧🔥

02/10/2026

Here are 2 available residential lots that are available for purchase in the Lake of the Pines neighborhood for the SAME PRICE!

Lake of the Pines
PRIME LAKEFRONT!
12279 Woodhaven Rd, Auburn, CA 95602 .47 Acres
$1,500,000

OR

10264 & 10324 Combie Road Higgins Residential Development
66 Town Homes | 7.18 Acres
$1,500,000!

If you were in the market for land lots, which one would you choose?

02/04/2026

📆 Current Rates 2026

As of early 2026, the average 30-year fixed mortgage rate is around 6.1%–6.2% — near the lowest levels in over two years!

This is an excellent time to move your dollars into tangible assets.

View today's current mortgage rates with our national average index, calculated daily to bring you the most accurate data when purchasing or refinancing your home. Follow our daily market analysis with Mortgage Rate Watch and we'll tell you where and why rates are moving.