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Brentwood, CA 94513
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PITTSBURG 2210 Gladstone Drive, Pittsburg, CA 94565
94523
Get Control of the Sale of Your Home
Whether you’re selling your first home or you’re an experienced seller, my goal is to make the process as simple and effective as possible for you. Selling a home follows a clear, proven process that keeps you in control while maximizing your sale price and minimizing stress. Here’s how I guide you through every step.
Step One: A relaxed, person-to-person conversation. The process begins with a one-on one meeting. We’ll set an appointment for an informal, relaxed discussion about your goals: the price you’d like to achieve and the time frame you wish to meet. This conversation helps me understand your priorities, constraints, and motivations so I can tailor the rest of the plan to your needs.
Step Two: Create a tailored marketing game plan. Next, we evaluate the most effective marketing plan to reach your goals. In today’s real estate market, it’s a tremendous advantage to create a complete, individually tailored marketing
strategy for every home. Your plan will establish the right price and terms, outline the marketing strategy, and set a realistic timeline for results. Getting the price and terms right up front makes everything that follows smoother and more predictable.
Step Three: Launch targeted marketing. With a strategy in place, we start marketing your home. I use multiple channels to find qualified buyers: professional feature flyers, open houses, targeted advertising, social media campaigns with a defined target audience, and grassroots outreach to other sales professionals. The goal is broad, targeted exposure—the more qualified buyers who see your property, the faster it will sell and the higher the likely sale price. I’ll review our marketing progress with you every two weeks to ensure we remain on track and adjust tactics if needed.
Step Four: Negotiate the offer. When an offer arrives, I handle the negotiations to achieve the best possible terms on your behalf. I work to secure a fair purchase agreement that reflects your goals, protects your interests, and minimizes contingencies and surprises.
Step Five: Open escrow and manage due diligence. After we reach an agreement, we open escrow and the buyer begins their due diligence, which includes reviewing disclosures and obtaining inspections. The buyer’s lender and the escrow/title process will move forward
concurrently. This stage involves many moving parts and requires constant communication with lenders, inspectors, title companies, attorneys, and the buyer’s agent. My role is to coordinate those details and ensure everything is handled quickly and professionally so the transaction progresses smoothly.
Final step: Close the sale. The final step is closing—transferring ownership, handing over the keys, and getting your money in your pocket. I’ll be there to manage final walkthroughs, resolve last-minute issues, and confirm all paperwork and funds are in order for a successful closing.
Selling a home can be a big undertaking, but it doesn’t have to be a hassle when you have a clear plan and an experienced partner managing the details. My process is client-friendly: you make the decisions, and I provide the expertise, communication, and execution. If you’re serious about selling at the highest possible price, a focused, customized approach will save you time, stress, and aggravation.
Patrick McCarran is a local Realtor and Broker. Call/text 925-899-5536 • pmccarran@yahoo.com • CallPatrick.com Independently owned and operated. Equal Housing Opportunity. In association with Realty One Group Elite DRE#0193160.
Ongoing Events
AFTER SCHOOL ACADEMY
Tuesdays-Thursdays, 1:30-6:30pm, Village Community Resource Center, 633 Village Drive, Brentwood or Byron Community Library Club, 3926 Main St., Byron. Literacy and homework support for K-5th Grade. Info 925-626-7892 or jose@vcrcbrentwoodca.org.
AL-ANON MEETING - BRENTWOOD
Friday, 8pm, Brentwood United Methodist Church, 809 2nd Street, Brentwood. Support Group for families and friends of Alcoholics. No need to register, info call Trisha 510 910-1389
AL-ANON MEETING - DISCOVERY BAY
Monday, 12:15pm, Delta Community Presbyterian Church, 1900 Willow Lake Rd., Discovery Bay. Support Group for families and friends of Alcoholics. No need to register, info call Charlie (925) 858-5382.
AMERICAN LEGION AUXILIARY
1st Tuesday, 5pm, Legion Hall, Basement, 757 First St., Brentwood. Info Dolly 925-890-7357.
AMERICAN LEGION POST 202 MEETING
2nd Wednesday, 6:30pm, Veterans Hall, 757 First St., Brentwood. Info AML202.org or 925-516-2141.
ANIMAL RESCUE RECON DOG ADOPTIONS
Saturdays, 10am-1pm, Pet Food Express, 5829 Lone Tree Way, Antioch. Info 925-392-7654 or animalrescuerecon.com.
BETHEL ISLAND LIONS CLUB
1st and 3rd Wednesday, 7pm, Scout Hall, 3090 Ranch Ln., Bethel Island. Info Dave 925-595-1451.
BRENTWOOD ALZHEIMER’S CAREGIVER SUPPORT GROUP
2nd Thursday, 7-8:30pm, Brentwood. Please call 800.272.3900 to register for the meeting.
BRENTWOOD LIONS CLUB
1st Wednesday, 6:30pm, BW Community Center., 35 Oak St., Brentwood. Call for more info 925-587-3783. www.lcobw.com
BYRON DELTA LIONS CLUB
1st Friday, 10am, St. Anne’s Catholic Church, 2800 Camino Diablo Rd., Byron. Info Kathy 925-980-6696.
CANCER SUPPORT COMMUNITY
Tuesdays, 1-3pm, 3505 Lone Tree Way., Suite 3, Antioch.
DASH ADOPTIONS
Fridays, 5-8pm at Petsmart, 5879 Lone Tree Way, Antioch. 1st & 3rd Sunday, 12-3pm, Petco, 5481 Lone Tree Way, Brentwood. Info 925-219-0151 or deltaanimalssafehaven.org.
DELTA SHADOW BOXERS PARKINSON’S SUPPORT GROUP
1st Wednesday, 2-5pm. Merrill Gardens., 2600 Balfour Rd., Brentwood. Info Sue 925-550-2756
DISCOVERY BAY CORVETTE CLUB
1st Thursday, 7:30pm. Discovery Bay Yacht Club, Bilge Room Info Bill Montgomery 925-462-3674.
DISCOVERY BAY LIONS CLUB
1st Tuesday, 6:30pm, Discovery Bay Yacht Club. Info Rita Caruso 925-640-5746, www.discoverybaylions.com.
DISCOVERY BAY PICKLEBALL CLUB FREE TRAINING
1st Saturday, 11:00am, (weather permitting) Discovery Bay Community Center 1601 Discovery Bay Blvd, Discovery Bay.
DELTA GROUP SIERRA CLUB
2nd Friday, 5pm, Oakley Tavern, 3685 Main St., Oakley. Covers Antioch, Pittsburgh, Bay Point, Oakley, Brentwood, Bethel Island, Discovery Bay, and unincorporated areas of ECCC. Info Joeandlu@comcast.net.
DELTA WOMEN’S SOCIAL CLUB
2nd Thursday, 11:30am. Info Gloria 925-513-8731.
DIG - DELTA INFORMAL GARDNERS
4th Monday, 7:30pm, Brentwood Methodist Church, 809 Second St., Brentwood. Info Bob 925-642-0080 or deltainformalgardners.org.
DELTA QUILTERS GUILD
For information REGARDING meetings & events, go to deltaquilters.org
DOFBWOW (Daughter’s of Faith Becoming Women of Wisdom) 2nd & 4th Thursday, 6:45pm, via Zoom. Contact True Free Love Ministry via email truefreeloveministries@gmail.com.
GFWC - BRENTWOOD WOMENS CLUB
3rd Wednesday, 11:30am,Contact Sedar for more Info 925-550-4486.
GRIEF SUPPORT GROUP
Thursday, 5pm, Immaculate Heart of Mary Library, 500 Fairview Avenue, Brentwood. Info Mary Ann Smith 925-240-1706 or Linda Quilici 925-308-7799.
HELPING ONE WOMAN
3rd Tuesday’s, 6-8pm, Brentwood Community Center 35 Oak St., Brentwood. Email: howdiscoverybay@gmail.com
HALO ADOPTIONS
Saturdays & Sundays, 12-1:30pm, Antioch Pet Food Express, 5879 Lone Tree Way, Antioch (excludes the 3rd Sat).
HOSPICE OF THE EAST BAY
Informational Session and Training. Info 925-887-5678 or volunteers@hospiceeastbay.org.
HOW OVER-EATERS ANONYMOUS MEETING
Thursdays, 10-11am, Brentwood Professional Plaza, Fellowship Hall, 8385 Brentwood Blvd., Suite B, Brentwood. AA Big Book Discussion. Info Peggy 925-200-2281
MINISTRY OF CARING ( Summer Schedule 6/18-8/27)
Wednesday, 10:30-11:30am, will be changing meeting location during summer, Veterans Park, Balfour Rd., Brentwood. Widow/widower Grief Support Group. Info Mary Ann Smith 925-240-1706 or Connie Conover 925-392-8037
POLKA DOT POWERHOUSE ( BW Chapter)
2nd Tuesday, 11:30am-1:30pm or 5:30pm-7:30pm Zephyr’s Bar & Grill, 613 1st St., Brentwood. A worldwide community of positive, purpose-driven women in every stage of life who are committed to connection, collaboration, and celebration. Info Gloria Guzman 415-760-8202.
