Home Buying Tips

How To Buy in a Tight Market
Here are five things tips that can increase your chances of getting your dream house in a competitive housing market.
The Home Inspection Process
After your offer gets accepted, you’ll have an inspection period. This is your opportunity to have a licensed inspector canvas the home looking for common issues prior to moving forward with the home purchase.
5 Tips For Navigating Home Buying Process
3 TIPS THAT WILL HELP YOU GET PREPARED FOR THE FINANCING PROCESS
"Thinking about buying your dream home? ???? These 3 tips will help you prepare for the financing process so you can secure the funding you need with confidence! ?? #realestate #mortgage #homeownership"
What is Gross Rent Multiplier (GRM) and how important is it for your Investment?
Price Reductions
The best way to get a great deal on a new property is by buying at the best price possible! Below is a list of properties where the sellers have decided to drop their asking price. This usually means that the homeowner is motivated to sell the property and move on.
Just Listed
The best properties usually don’t stay on the market very long. Below is a list of properties that just became available for sale. This is where many active buyers find their dream home!

Buying a Home in Sonoma County and Marin County

What to know about buying a home in Sonoma CountyBuying a Home in Sonoma County and Marin County

Are you starting your search for buying a home in Sonoma and Marin County? Perhaps you just started your search, maybe you have financing underway and now you're ready to really start looking, or perhaps you're just browsing and dreaming of the future. Regardless, I want all of my buyers to be well-versed in the home buying process and ready to buy when the time comes. There's nothing more frustrating than actually finding a home you love only to discover you lose out because someone else was more prepared than you or it is simply out of your price range.

If you're serious about buying I urge all of my buyers to get preapproved and have their financing ready to go. In this volatile real estate market where sellers seem to be calling the shots, buyers have to be prepared with the best offer possible. If you are going up against multiple offers, your offer has to be solid, which means great financing, approval already completed, and ready to proceed through the process.

Which do I do first?

If you're just getting started but are serious about buying, I urge you to check out our financing options. You can speak to one of our qualified and reputable lenders or seek out lending and financing on your own. I work with any type of lender and would be happy to connect, share common goals, and work as a team to make sure you get the home you really want.

Buying a Home in Sonoma County and Marin CountyThe lender will go over all of your financing, typically over the phone or through an online application process. If you are initially approved, they will ask for more evidence of income, debts, and liabilities. Lenders will want to know how much your income is and be able to prove it either through bank statements, tax returns, or pay stubs, and they will want to know any and all of your debts and liabilities. Once all of this is deciphered, the lender will offer a preapproval letter stating exactly how much your budget can afford in a monthly mortgage payment. This will translate into a rough dollar amount. From here, we can begin looking.

When do I start looking?

Okay, I am not going to lie to you; people will look for homes whether they are approved for financing or not. It's just the nature of the beast and I understand it. However, to make a solid offer, you really can't do anything until you get that financing underway. Now, if you are making an all-cash offer, then heck, you already know how much money you have in the bank and can start looking right away. If you are financing your home, make sure that you don't get too serious and tell you have that financing completely squared away and approved.

What do I do once I'm approved or if I am an all-cash buyer?

Now comes the fun part. We all love looking through homes and taking virtual tours, browsing the neighborhood on Google maps, or even looking up a certain neighborhood or community. But, one major part of the home buying process is having your own buyer's agent. Having an agent to represent you through the process means that your needs, your interests, and your terms and price will be top of mind and the priority for your buyer's agent. Using the listing agent to purchase is pretty much like using the plaintiff's lawyer if you are the defendant. There really is no point. You need someone who is looking out for you throughout the process and because the buyer's agent gets paid from the commission from listing the home, you won't have to pay a penny to your agent for their assistance. There's really no reason not to use your own buyer's agent.

Ready to get started?

Have your financing in place? Have your own buyer's agent? Then let's get started. Browse all the available listings that are the newest on the market in Sonoma and Marin County. And remember, at any time, feel free to ask me any questions, contact me with the form below, or simply call me at 707-494-5637.


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All New Listings in Sonoma and Marin County September 22, 2023
87
Listed
6
Avg. DOM
$698.18
Avg. $ / Sq.Ft.
$969,000
Med. List Price
87 Properties
Page 1 of 8
5
Beds
2
Baths
2,281
Sq.Ft.
1966
Year Built
1
Day on Site
323911741
MLS
Welcome 69 Eastside Circle! This spacious 5-bedroom home in East Petaluma showcases extensive upgrades! Enjoy a contemporary kitchen with freshly refinished cabinets and new appliances, a fully...
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,452
Sq.Ft.
1980
Year Built
1
Day on Site
323912175
MLS
This 3 bed 2 bath Cherry Creek home is located on a large corner lot on a quiet cul-de-sac. The home features hardwood flooring in kitchen and dining room, granite tile flooring and counters in...
Open 9/23
3724 Hennessy Place Santa Rosa,  CA 95403
$725,000
Neighborhood: Coffey Park
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,453
Sq.Ft.
2020
Year Built
1
Day on Site
323912239
MLS
Welcome to this sharp, like-new home in Santa Rosa's Coffey Park neighborhood. With all the living done on a single level and low maintenance yards, this three bedroom, two bath home typifies an easy...
3
Beds
1
Baths
936
Sq.Ft.
1962
Year Built
1
Day on Site
323912395
MLS
Nestled amidst the picturesque countryside, yet at the heart of vibrant Santa Rosa, this property offers more than just a home; it's a canvas awaiting your vision. This offering includes not only...
Open 9/30
89 Gable Court San Rafael,  CA 94903
3
Beds
2F11/2
Baths
1,904
Sq.Ft.
1996
Year Built
1
Day on Site
323909971
MLS
A wonderful end-unit townhome with ground floor entry located in the gated community of San Rafael Gables. Light and bright with 3 bedrooms and 2.5 baths in a rare and spacious 1904 sq. ft. Primary...
Open 9/24
33 Portola Avenue Inverness,  CA 94937
2
Beds
1F11/2
Baths
1,002
Sq.Ft.
1982
Year Built
1
Day on Site
323911572
MLS
This charming wood-shingled Inverness Park home offers fantastic views of Black Mountain with Point Reyes Station, Paper Mill Creek, and the wetlands of Tomales Bay in the foreground. Enjoy the...
1
Beds
1
Baths
710
Sq.Ft.
1977
Year Built
1
Day on Site
323912018
MLS
Affordable living for single or couple. Excellent park with pool, amenities and central location, Miller Creek School District (Buyer to verify). Cozy Single wide with 2 car carport. 1 BR and 1 bath....
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,160
Sq.Ft.
1970
Year Built
1
Day on Site
323911961
MLS
Come view this spacious and peaceful mobile home located in a age 55 and up park. The front porch has access for your fur babies with a pet door! You will enter into a spacious living room/great room....
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,235
Sq.Ft.
1978
Year Built
1
Day on Site
323911863
MLS
Here it is! The ever elusive and hard to find single level condo in Brush Creek Villas. This charming home includes 3 bedrooms/2bathrooms, fireplace, large living space open to the kitchen, an...
Open 9/24
6586 Meadowridge Drive Santa Rosa,  CA 95409
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,230
Sq.Ft.
1976
Year Built
1
Day on Site
323912743
MLS
Location,Location, Location! Walk to shops and recreation center, this well maintained single level duet has new paint, carpet in the bedrooms, wood floors in living / dinning room , new flooring in...
Open 9/24
1655 Jennings Avenue Santa Rosa,  CA 95401
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,086
Sq.Ft.
1957
Year Built
1
Day on Site
323911968
MLS
Great Opportunity! Mostly a cosmetic fixer, 2nd bathroom was added but needs to be completed. Brand new roof & gutters being installed September 25th.The home is a 3 bedroom home but lives as a 2...
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,325
Sq.Ft.
1956
Year Built
1
Day on Site
323912859
MLS
Loaded with curb appeal and blessed with a fantastic location, 560 Arlington is sure to please. Once inside you will appreciate the expanded living room and inviting open floor plan. The spacious...