Purchasing a home is one of the most substantial financial decisions one can ever make. I treat every client with the care and understanding that is essential when dealing with such a life changing event. A real estate agent should not tell you what home to buy, but educate you on the market and counsel you on what will best fit your needs. As a homeowner and investor, I understand what a buyer needs to feel secure with the decisions they will be making. Not only will I be your REAL ESTATE CONSULTANT, but your COUNSELOR, PROFESSIONAL NEGOTIATOR, PERSONAL ADVOCATE and TEACHER.

Everyone knows a real estate agent, whether they be a friend, family, or acquaintance. It is in your best interest to interview a couple agents in to determine if…

…the agent will provide the SERVICE you expect.

…you can personally RELATE to the agent -as you will be spending a lot of time together.

…you TRUST the agent to work on your best behalf.

I would love the opportunity to discuss your needs and expectations and present the ways I can help you buy your home –feel free to give me a call or send me an email.

I hope you find the following resources helpful!

• Home Search: Search for every home and open house on the Northwest Multiple Listing Service
• Preparing to Buy a Home: Answers the question, "How do I get started?" (pdf)
• The Buying Process: detailed description of the buying process from the initial meeting with the lender to moving into the new home
• Mortgage Calculator: Helps you calculate how much you can afford.
• My Clients Favorite Lenders: My Clients' Favorite Lender: Gail Bean, a tried and true lender that my clients and I trust completely and work with seamlessly.
• Discussion Checklist: Provides a means for you to determine what is important to you in a home.
• Neighborhood Profiles: Wonderful link that summarizes the characteristics of many of the Puget Sound Region's neighborhoods.
• All About Loans
• Zillow: Great resource for finding homes that are for sale by owners.
• Craigslist: Another great resource for finding homes that are for sale by owners and open houses.