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2 Active Listings · Rancho Cordova & La Grange El Dorado Hills · Sacramento Region · Shelter Cove

A home you
love to come
home to.

Real estate guidance rooted in honesty, education, and deep community knowledge. Serving Sacramento to El Dorado Hills for over 16 years.

Who We Serve

Which best describes you?

Whether you're buying your first home, selling, or planning your next chapter in a 55+ community — we have a path for you.

Buy

First-Time Buyers

Navigate the process with confidence. We make sure you understand every step before you sign anything.

55+

55+ & Downsizers

Active adult communities from Sacramento to El Dorado Hills. Find the lifestyle that fits your next chapter.

Sell

Home Sellers

Straight talk on pricing, timing, and getting the best outcome for your home.

Shelter Cove

Shelter Cove

Dreaming of coastal living? Explore this hidden gem resort community on the Lost Coast.

16+
Years Experience
CA
Licensed Broker
EDH
Home Base
2
Active Listings

"I truly care about my clients' happiness and strive to find them a house they love to come home to every day."

— Tosca Olives, Broker · DRE# 01879158

Education Hub

Learn before you leap.

Informed clients make confident decisions. Tosca's guides break down the things nobody else explains clearly.

01

Choosing the Right Loan

FHA, conventional, VA — what's right for your situation?

02

Finding Your Community

Which neighborhoods match your lifestyle?

03

New vs. Resale Homes

The real pros and cons — explained honestly.

04

What Are Mello Roos?

Why some communities have them and what it means for you.

05

The Buying Process

A clear walkthrough from offer to keys in hand.


Areas We Serve

Deep roots from Sacramento to El Dorado Hills.

From El Dorado Hills to Folsom, Roseville to Shelter Cove — we know these communities inside and out.

El Dorado Hills

Our home base

Folsom

Growing communities

Sacramento

Full metro region

Shelter Cove

Coastal resort living

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Let's find you a home
you love.

No pressure, no obligation. Just an honest conversation with someone who knows this market inside and out.

TO
Broker · 16 Years Experience · DRE# 01879158

Tosca Olives

Serving the Sacramento Region with honesty, insight, and a deep love for helping people find their perfect community.

Her Story

Greetings — I'm Tosca, a real estate broker with over 16 years of experience helping my clients buy and sell with confidence. I specialize in assisting buyers and sellers navigate the unique opportunities of active adult communities throughout the Sacramento region.

My approach is personal and purposeful. I take the time to truly get to know my clients, understand their lifestyle goals, and guide them toward the community and home that best fits their vision for the future.

Whether you're downsizing, relocating, or planning your next chapter, I provide honest advice, clear communication, and a commitment to putting your needs first.

Education is a cornerstone of my service. I believe informed clients make confident decisions, and I make it my mission to ensure you understand every step of the process. With integrity, insight, and a deep knowledge of the local market, I'm here to make your move seamless and successful.

What Matters to Me

My Values

Straight Talk

My clients trust me because I give it to them straight. No sugar-coating, no games — just honest guidance you can rely on.

Education First

I believe informed clients make confident decisions. I make it my mission to ensure you understand every step of the process.

Genuine Care

I truly care about my clients' happiness and strive to find them a house they love to come home to every day.

Local Expertise

Deep roots from Sacramento to El Dorado Hills — El Dorado Hills, Folsom, and the greater Sacramento region, plus Shelter Cove.

The Team

Meet Our Agent

Every lead connects directly with our dedicated buyer's agent who brings the same care and commitment Tosca is known for.

MW

Makaila Wimberly

Licensed Agent · DRE# 02252632

A dedicated buyer's specialist with deep knowledge of the Sacramento region. Ready to help you find the community and home that's right for you.


Education Hub

Know before
you sign.

Tosca's guides, articles, and market updates — written to actually help you make better decisions.

Featured Guides

Start Here

Financing

How to Navigate Choosing the Right Loan

FHA, conventional, VA, jumbo — what each loan type means for your situation, your down payment, and your monthly costs.

Tosca Olives 8 min read
Community

Which Neighborhood Is Right for You?

A guide to the communities from Sacramento to El Dorado Hills — amenities, schools, commutes, and what each area really feels like to live in.

Tosca Olives 10 min read
Process

What to Expect When Buying or Selling a Home

A clear, step-by-step walkthrough of the entire process — from pre-approval to keys in hand. No surprises.

Tosca Olives 12 min read
Buyers

New Construction vs. Resale: The Honest Breakdown

The real pros and cons of each — timelines, customization, hidden costs, and which tends to be a better investment.

Tosca Olives 9 min read
Costs

What Are Mello Roos — And Why Are They So High?

The complete explainer on this Sacramento-area tax — what it funds, why some communities have it, and how it affects your budget.

Tosca Olives 7 min read
Market Updates

Sacramento Region
Market Watch

Monthly updates on inventory, pricing trends, and what's happening in the communities you care about.

Latest · March 2025

Spring inventory is rising from Sacramento to El Dorado Hills — what buyers and sellers need to know right now.

New listings are up 18% from Q4, but demand remains strong in El Dorado Hills and Folsom. Here's what that means for you.

Free Download

Buyer's Community Guide

Enter your email and tell us which area you're interested in. We'll send you a personalized guide — schools, amenities, market trends, and more.

Active Adult Living

55+ Communities
in the Sacramento Region

Your next chapter deserves a community that fits your lifestyle. Tosca specializes in helping buyers find the perfect active adult community.



Communities We Know

Popular 55+ Areas

These are the active adult communities Tosca knows best in the Sacramento region.

Sun City Roseville
Del Webb Lincoln Hills
Four Seasons El Dorado Hills
Heritage El Dorado Hills
Trilogy at El Dorado Hills
Sun City Lincoln Hills
Eskaton Village
Serrano
Folsom Ranch
Resources

What You Need to Know

AM

Amenities & Lifestyle

Pools, golf, pickleball, clubs, fitness centers — what each community offers and how to compare them.

HOA

HOA Fees Explained

What's included, what's not, and how to evaluate if the fees are worth it for your lifestyle.

NR

New vs. Resale in 55+ Communities

The unique considerations when choosing between a newly built home and an existing one.

Loc

Location & Proximity

Medical facilities, shopping, family access, and commute considerations for each community.

MR

Mello Roos in 55+ Communities

Many newer active adult developments carry Mello Roos. Here's what that means for your long-term costs.

CC

CC&Rs and Rules

Age restrictions, rental rules, pet policies, and what you can and can't do with your home.

Free Guide

55+ Community
Buyer's Guide

Tell us which communities you're curious about and we'll send you a personalized resource guide with everything you need to compare your options.

Northern California Lost Coast

Shelter Cove
Coastal Living

A hidden gem seaside resort community on the Lost Coast. If you've been dreaming of coastal living, Tosca knows this community inside and out.



About the Community

Why Shelter Cove?

Nestled along the Lost Coast of Humboldt County, Shelter Cove is one of California's best-kept secrets — a true seaside community with airstrip access, world-class fishing, and a pace of life that's hard to find anywhere else.

Air

Private Airstrip

Fly-in access makes Shelter Cove uniquely accessible

Fish

World-Class Fishing

King salmon, rockfish, and abalone right off the coast

Trail

Lost Coast Trails

Direct access to California's most remote wilderness

Golf

Resort Community

Golf course, black sand beaches, quiet neighborhood

Buyer Resources

Everything You Need to Know

SC

What Makes Shelter Cove Unique

A deep dive into the community — its history, character, and what day-to-day life looks like on the Lost Coast.

Prop

Types of Properties Available

Ocean view lots, vacation homes, year-round residences — understanding the market and property types.

Road

Getting There & Daily Life

Access routes, nearest towns, services available, and what to know about living or vacationing here.

Util

Utilities & Infrastructure

Water systems, septic, internet access, and other practical considerations unique to Shelter Cove properties.

Inv

Investment Potential

Vacation rental demand, appreciation trends, and why Shelter Cove is increasingly on buyers' radar.

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Shelter Cove

Tosca has served buyers in Shelter Cove for years. Book a free call to learn if this community is right for you.

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