IS BUYING A HOME IN YOUR FUTURE?

First Time Home Buyer?

I UNDERSTAND BUYING IN THE SOUTH BAY IS TOUGH!!!

You could say that I’m an expert in Santa Clara. I’ve lived here my whole life, taught elementary school students in my former career and have helped countless buyers and sellers move in and out of this area.

If you’re looking to call Santa Clara or the surrounding area home, please don’t hesitate to reach out – I can help! Utilize my connections in this area to make offers before homes are available on the MLS, or the extensive knowledge of the area to match which neighborhood is a perfect match for you.

Let's create a roadmap to buy your first home.

First Time Buyer Guides

Things To Buy After You Purchase Your Home

By Lynne Olenak • March 27, 2025

The search for a home is a long one. After months of searching and weeks with the lender, it can feel like your dream home is never going to come together. When you finally make it to the closing table, you might think that everything is finished, and you can finally rest easy in your perfect new place.

The Ultimate Home Inspection Checklist

By Lynne Olenak • March 27, 2025

There is so much going on in your life right now as you head to the closing table. One sure fire way to ease the stress of buying a home is to make sure that you hire a quality home inspector. If you think an inspection is not worth the money, think again. To make things easier for you, we have compiled the most comprehensive home inspection checklist for first time homebuyers.

Understanding the Escrow Process and Requirements

By Lynne Olenak • March 27, 2025

Escrow is one of those real estate terms that is thrown around a lot. For first time homebuyers, it can feel like a confusing and complicated process. There is so much that goes into buying a home. After the offer, then comes the inspection, plus getting financing, and securing insurance. One of the most challenging parts of this process is understanding escrow.

Buying?

When you finally make the decision to purchase a home, the next most important decision is to find a REALTOR® who is knowledgeable about the community you want to live in. Even more important is to engage a REALTOR® who has the time to provide a thorough review of your wants and needs, and develop a comprehensive plan to find exactly what you are looking for. After all, this process is about you finding a place to call home.

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