RS- So tell us where are you are originally from?

TR-  I was born and raised in Oakland, CA. 

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RS- How was it growing up there?

TR- I’m not sure how to describe it. I’m from Sobrante Park, a well known area in East OAKLAND. People would always say one way in and one way out lol. That wasn’t in a good way either. Unfortunately, when you hear where I’m from, you automatically think “hood.”

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RS- Would you ever go back to live?

TR- I would probably think about it if the cost of living wasn’t so high. I miss the weather. I miss the food. Most importantly, I miss the culture. 

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RS- How long have you lived in Georgia?

TR- I moved to Georgia in 1999. Right after I graduated from San Leandro High School.

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RS- When did the passion for real estate begin?

TR- hmmmm, I would say about 5 years ago. I’ll be honest with you though..I had no clue what I was getting into. I remember sitting in class asking myself.. “Tamara how are you going to do this?!” Lol 

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RS- Do you have any mentors; someone you seek advice from in the realtor game?

TR-  I adore Quiana Watson of Watson Realty Co.  I don’t know her, but I heavily follow her on social media. I love her drive. I respect her transparency. I can tell that she knows what she’s talking about when it comes to this industry. She has motivated me to keep educating myself more and more with every aspect of real estate. She also motivated me to pursue my brokers license. I just recently finished the class. Now I have take the test. That exam was hands down the hardest test that I’ve ever taken. Another thing about Quiana, she’s a head turner. When she shows up it’s always fashionably professional. I definitely admire her brand. 

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RS- What's a typical day like when you’re not being Tamara the Realtor?

TR- I’m being Tamara the mom (football mom), the wife and daughter. In addition to that, I’m the GM at a very popular cigar bar in Lithia Springs, GA. Acere Cigar!

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RS- What are some accolades or your biggest accomplishments as a Realtor?

TR- I’m extremely proud of myself. I was a top producer at my brokerage for 2021. 

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RS- If you could sell a home to anyone famous etc. Who would it be and why?

TR- Shucks! This is a hard one. I would have to say Beyonce’ and Jay. They’re known for being so private. I would be honored  to know that I’m one of the 5 people on the planet who actually know where they live lol. Plus I’m sure that commission would send all my boys to college for free!  Imagine me posting a closing pic with Blue. Epic right!! 

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RS- What advice would you give to a young Tamara about real estate ?

TR- I would tell her to start off in Commercial Real Estate. Residential is great but there are way more agents who specialize in residential than there are commercial. I definitely would have told her to pursue this career earlier on as well. God’s timing though! 

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RS- What are some of your other interest and hobbies

TR- I love watching sports even though It gives me an anxiety attack most times. I love to travel, but I hate to fly. I’m also a hopeless romantic. I enjoy watching love movies! I’m a big cry baby. It’s bad lol

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RS- What’s it like balancing Motherhood with your career? 

TR- It’s extremely hard. I take my family with me to show homes all the time. I’m usually at the bar most nights, so most of my time is spent with them during the day/right after school.  We go to breakfast or lunch every Saturday and Sunday before I head out to the lounge. There’s one thing that I refuse to miss out on, and that’s both of my sons football games. I don’t care what I have to do, work is scheduled around that. 

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RS- Rapid Fire questions….. 

RS- M&M’s or Skittles?

TR- Peanut M & M’s

RS- Heels or Sneakers?

TR- I prefer heels but sneakers are more friendly! 

RS- Sunrise or Sunsets?

TR- Sunrise 

RS- What is your favorite season and why?

TR- Summer. I love being outdoors and I love wearing my toes out, or barefoot if I can be.  

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