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Tara @ Novella Realty was the greatest! She has a real talent for what she does in the realtor business. We told her what we wanted and she showed us what we needed. She is personable and honest and we both felt very comfortable with her.Thank you again for everything! We definitely would recommend Novella realty for all your home buying or selling needs. Tara you are the best!
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- Beth
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Outstanding in her field. Willing to go the extra mile to get things done promptly including weekends and after hours. Can't thank her enough for getting me out of a tight spot.
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- Jimmy
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Amazing and so caring! Tara Hawkins helped us to find the most perfect first home! She communicated with us throughout the whole process and explained everything that seemed confusing or overwhelming. She was incredibly caring and made sure all of our requirements were met! I’d recommend her to anyone looking to find a new home and we’ll be using her the next time we move!
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- Megan
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Tara was absolutely fantastic! Our house buying experience wasn't your typical run of the mill. But Tara was right there whenever I had a question or just some reassurance when I'd get frustrated with paperwork. She rocks🤘🏻
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- Paul
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Tara was an amazing agent! She looked at so many houses with us and even if she couldn't make it she still made arrangements for us to see a house with another agent at Novella. Tara made the entire process of buying a home extremely easy for first time home buyers. I can't say enough good things about Tara and would recommend her for any real estate needs
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- Justin
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We could not have gotten through this process without Tara. She made every step absolutely seamless, which we appreciate so so much! You always hear of how stressful house hunting is, but I wouldn't call it that, at all. Tara is absolutely amazing and I will forever refer her to those searching for an incredible realtor!
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- Abbey
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Tara , in my opinion, went above and beyond to help our son purchase his home! We were so pleased with her caring attitude for not only our son’s needs in purchasing his first home but by helping us assist him in the whole process! She’s a very knowledgeable realtor but more than that, she’s just a great lady! We would recommend her wholeheartedly!
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- Becky
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Let me begin by saying we were property virgins, never sold or purchased anything in the past. Just as in childbirth, you need a doctor or mid-wife to ensure a safe delivery, when you are selling or buying property you need a professional to walk you through the process.
Tara was this, and so much more. She was always one step ahead of us, guiding us through the maze of finding a buyer and then completing the sale. Her ability to network with other agents and navigate all the legal requirements made selling our land so much easier.
She kept us informed of what was happening and gave us intelligent, knowledgeable answers to all our questions.
She is a goldmine of resources for the needs of both the buyer and the seller. You need someone to help you get the outside of your home looking desirable? She has someone who can do just that. You need someone to help you get rid of years of accumulated treasures? She has the right person for you.
We truly couldn’t recommend both Tara Hawkins and Novella Realty more highly. They are a five star organization.
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- Pat
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Tara is an amazing person, both professionally and personally, and I highly recommend her if you need someone to help you buy/sell a property. She handles all of the details with exquisite finesse, a great attitude, and thoughtful precision. Please consider her for your next real estate transaction, you won't regret it!
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- Kelly
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Tara was an awesome realtor to work with throughout the entire selling process; I couldn't be happier with my experience. From getting my house ready to sell, determining an appropriate price point to listing, and throughout the negotiation process Tara was always helpful, prompt in her responses, and knowledgable. I felt she really went the extra mile in providing detailed breakdowns of what costs to expect at different sale price points. I'd highly recommend her to anyone.
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- Tim
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We spent years looking for a lake cottage in the Ashtabula/Conneaut area. We lost out on several good deals while working with another agent. When we finally started working with Tara - we were thrilled. She was readily available for showings and understood the importance of moving quickly for showings and offers. That responsiveness and availability resulted in a wonderful deal for us on a lake cottage. Tara went over to the property and did a walk through within an hour of so of us texting and helped us win the deal in multiple offers. I highly recommend Tara - especially if you are looking for a vacation home or second home on Lake Erie.
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- Sarah
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Really enjoyed working with Tara. She was sweet and very much proffessional. She always answered my questions and responded rather quickly, even on Sundays. She most definetely pointed me in the right direction and helped me become a bit more patient. As this process can be a headache she made sure everything went smoothly. Would'nt recomend anyone else. She is my go to realtor. SHOULD BE YOURS TOO!!!!!
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- Jesse
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She is so kind, helpful, and helped us find our dream home and secure it days after it came back into an extremely competitive market. I can't express how easy and un-stressful she made the entire process. 10/10!
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- Asia
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Tara was nothing but amazing, from helping us every step of the way to figuring out solutions to any issues or questions we had. She was always there for any questions we had through this process! She's an all around awesome person❤️
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Amid the challenges of the 2020 pandemic, while working for a local government agency, I had a life-changing epiphany: happiness begins where you are, and it’s worth sharing with others. This realization sparked my mission to spread joy and purpose through housing. By helping people not just "look" at a house, but find their home.
I hold an Associate Degree in Human Services and a Bachelor’s Degree in Integrative Studies, with minors in Sociology and Criminology. In 2021, I was honored to be nominated as Ashtabula County’s People’s Choice Real Estate Agent and thrilled to receive the People’s Choice award. By 2023, I joined the prestigious Ohio Realtor’s President's Club, earning the Award of Achievement. That same year, I was voted Ashtabula County's People’s Choice Best Real Estate Agent and named Realtor of the Year by the Ashtabula County Realtors. Recently, I achieved a career milestone by earning my Associate Broker License.
As a lifelong Ashtabula County resident, I take immense pride in our region’s beauty and spirit of innovation. My calling is to nurture community growth, inspire vitality, and connect people with their dream properties. Alongside my professional endeavors, I wear many hats: mother of two, wife, sister, daughter, and a self-proclaimed “Queen of Ashtabula.” I also serve as President-Elect of the Ashtabula County Board of Realtors, a community member of the Ashtabula County Solid Waste Management Policy Advisory Committee, and Chair of the Lift Bridge Community Association.
From organizing local clean-ups to volunteering at my children’s school, I’m committed to uplifting my community. As a Realtor with the Novella Group at Platinum Real Estate, I am dedicated to uncovering the heart of your real estate journey and ensuring that your next chapter begins with success. Let me help you keep your story moving forward!
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