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DESIGNATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS:
GRI Graduate, Realtor Institute
ABR Accredited Buyer’s Representative
CDPE Certified Distressed Property Expert
CHCC Certified Housing and Credit Counselor
DPPS Designated Previews Property Specialist
ALHS Accredited Luxury Homes Specialist
CSSFS Certified Short Sale and Foreclosure Specialist
AWARDS:
Bay Area Top Rated Real Estate Agent
International President's Circle
International Sterling Society
PROFESSIONAL & COMMUNITY AFFILIATIONS:
Bay Area Luxury Marketing Council Member
Sonoma County Alliance Member
North Bay, California and National Association of Realtors
BAREIS MLS
North Carolina Real Estate Broker, Specializing in Raleigh Triangle
Community Support Network Advisory Board Member
Former Cloverdale Youth Soccer League Board Member
Former Head Cheerleading Coach Santa Rosa High School
OFFICAL HOST & POWER PLAYER OF
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Leveraging over 23 years of experience as a successful business owner, Tara's business background encompasses all aspects of residential real estate, subdivision development, housing crisis counseling, and luxury estates including Wineries as well as Bed & Breakfast properties.
In addition to her extensive real estate experience, Tara leverages media as a host of American Dream TV, a National Emmy-nominated lifestyle and real estate television show highlighting Sonoma County properties and local business. The American Dream is syndicated on CBS, Fox Cable, CNBC, the Travel Channel, and streaming on Apple Tv, Roku, Amazon Prime and Fire Video.
Tara is known for outstanding client service, consistent communication and responsiveness, creative high tech marketing techniques, personal touches, and as a skilled negotiator with her client's best interests at heart. She believes strongly that her success is not rooted in any single transaction, but in her ability to establish long-term relationships that last beyond your time together.
As a long-time Sonoma County resident with deep roots in the community, she is able to educate her clients throughout every step of the process armed with top-notch information and market insight, so they are able to make sound decisions that establish and maintain their personal wealth. Tara's clients count on her to be honest, educated, and knowledgeable about the real estate industry. She prides herself on the ability to connect with people from all walks of life, and has represented celebrities and international luxury clients, as well as local friends and family of all ages and income brackets.
Tara will patiently guide you in one of the biggest decisions of your life. With a no-pressure, customer service attitude, she is committed to making your real estate experience not only memorable, but admirable. Her ability to provide solid counsel is what keeps Tara's clients coming back, and gives them the confidence to refer her to their friends and family. Her expertise in her field and her love of Sonoma County guarantee your satisfaction.
TARA'S TEAM
EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT
MARKETING DIRECTOR
JADEN HILTON
Assistant to Tara Polley
ALAN MARTINEZ
Sotheby's International Realty
VISUAL MEDIA & VIDEO
BARRY BIERMAN
Lockstone Media
PROFESSIONAL PHOTOGRAPHER
JAN PECHBRENNER
Liftec Media
PUBLIC RELATIONS & BRAND MANAGER
MARGARET KOBLER
Sotheby's International Realty
PREFERRED LENDER
DRE: 02147054
NMLS: 2087536
BRIDGET NEWCOMB
Mortgage Consultant
Professional Mortgage Associates
(707) 494-1321
RECENT PRESS
Recently named a "Bay Area Top Rated Real Estate Agent", Tara was chosen for this award through careful research that narrowed down the top 5% of professionals in the area, and their professional qualifications, experience, reputation and skill in dealing with customers as well as their community involvement, and reviews on websites such as: Yelp, Trulia, Zillow, Redfin, Realtor.com and other leading independent real estate rating companies. In addition, Tara negotiated the sale of the highest valued property in Sebastopol, per Bareis MLS.
Tara frequently utilizes media in her public relations efforts to boost the visibility of her listings. For instance, she recently secured coverage in The Sacramento Bee and The Press Democrat for a "Celebrity Home" she's representing, which was also featured on her TV show, The American Dream. The home belongs to the internet sensation, Rocket the Rescue Dog.
Tara has recently had TWO feature articles written about her in Business Magazines CANVAS REBEL and VOYAGE RALEIGH.
PERSONAL BACKGROUND
Tara is originally from San Diego (Go Chargers!) and has lived in Sonoma County for over 35 years. She is an avid football and hockey fan, dog lover, and coffee addict. Tara has raised 4 children (3 girls and a boy) in the community, which has allowed her the opportunity to get involved in sports coaching, charities to benefit the homeless population, and provide opportunities to at-risk youth as well as veterans.
As a child, Tara's mother had an adventurous spirit, and would often open a map, close her eyes, and put her finger down, moving the family to whichever location in the country was randomly selected. This experience taught Tara how to be adaptable, open to new experience, and capable of establishing connections with people quickly. She currently resides in the Rincon Valley area of Santa Rosa with an office in downtown Sonoma, and spends her free time hiking, traveling the world, exploring the Bay Area, and taking her sidekick (a MinPin named Bruiser) to various dog parks.
CHARITIES WE SUPPORT
Tara is passionate about giving back to her community, and donates to charities such as GiveBackHomes, to build and provide homes for families in need. Tara also finds opportunities at her events and closings to utilize other charitable organizations such as ONEHOPE Wine, supports local art, volunteers at the Redwood Gospel Mission, and stays involved with the Humane Society and ASPCA.
