Land for Living, Not Just Owning.
Specializing in Country Homes, Land & Unique Outdoor Related Properties!
Outdoor Related Properties... It's what we do!
Helping Clients Succeed For Over 20 Years!
With over 20 years of experience in the Northern California real estate market, Mario John Gattavara has consistently ranked as a top-selling agent by providing clients with genuine service, clear communication, and results-driven strategies. Having completed nearly 2,000 transactional sides—many of them highly complex—Mario brings extensive knowledge across a wide spectrum of property types. His expertise spans everything from small rural parcels to large-scale land tracts covering hundreds of acres in remote areas, as well as orchards, farmland, recreational, hunting, and truly one-of-a-kind properties.
Country Homes, Land & Unique Outdoor-Related Properties – Both Traditional & Real Estate Auction Services.
(Learn More About Auction Services Below).
Through a motivated approach, impactful marketing techniques, personal capital investment, and unwavering commitment, Mario has been able to achieve successful outcomes for clients time and time again—even in cases where others have struggled.
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Charitable & Real Estate Auction Services:
Auction Services
We operate in two primary service areas designed to help property owners and organizations achieve strong, competitive results through the auction method of marketing.
Community & Benefit Auctions
We partner with charitable organizations, schools, churches, and community groups to deliver professional fundraising auction services. Our team provides experienced auctioneers, ringmen, and a proven event framework that helps maximize participation, donor engagement, and fundraising success.
These events not only support meaningful causes — they also strengthen connections within the community and reinforce our company’s role as a trusted, engaged partner in the markets we serve.
Real Estate Auctions for Sellers
Some properties are better suited for auction than for a traditional listing. In situations where sellers want a faster sale, competitive bidding, and a defined timeline with motivated buyers, the auction method provides urgency, transparency, and confidence in the closing process.
Real estate auctions are especially effective for:
- Estate and inheritance properties
- Court-ordered or time-sensitive sales
- Unique or hard-to-value properties
- Listings that have stalled on the market
- Land and specialty tracts appealing to niche buyers
When buyers compete, sellers benefit — and auctions create the competitive environment where true market value rises to the surface.
Expert Collaboration for Specialized Auction Scenarios
Not every auction is the same — and unique situations call for the right expertise.
We proudly collaborate with some of the most respected and accomplished auctioneers in the industry to ensure every specialized auction is positioned for success.
As a graduate of the Kentucky Auction Academy, I’ve built strong professional relationships with leading auction professionals across multiple markets and disciplines. When a property or sale situation requires a specialized format or strategy, we assemble the right team to deliver the best possible outcome for the seller.
Clearing Up the Misconceptions About Auctions
Many property owners hesitate to consider auction because of outdated perceptions or negative stigma — often rooted in misunderstanding how the modern auction process truly works.
Auctions are not a last-resort option or only for distressed properties.
When structured correctly, marketed effectively, and executed by experienced professionals, auctions can be one of the most powerful and successful methods of sale.
That said, auctions are not the right fit for every property — and part of our job is helping sellers understand whether auction is truly in their best interest.
No-Obligation Auction Assessment
We offer a no-obligation consultation and property assessment to help determine whether the auction method makes sense for your situation. During this conversation, we review:
- Your goals and timeline
- Property characteristics and market conditions
- Buyer demand and suitability for competitive bidding
- Whether auction or traditional listing will create the best outcome
Our role is to guide you with honesty, clarity, and expertise — so you can move forward with confidence.
Let’s Talk About Your Auction Opportunity
Whether you’re representing an organization, managing an estate, or exploring options for a real estate sale, we welcome the opportunity to discuss how an auction may benefit your situation.
Call us direct: (530)588-8373 and let's talk auction!
" They Aren't Making Land Anymore"
