One of the biggest fears a homebuyer has when they select a real estate agent is that they really don’t know much about the agent and how they work unless someone else referred them.

Let me explain how I work so you can determine if I’m the type of agent you would like to have help you find your home. 

I specialize in helping people in the Conejo Valley like you take the big step to owning their own home.

I believe that my role is as a real estate consultant, not a salesperson.  I say that because I truly enjoy teaching new people how the whole process works (I teach a homebuyer class at the Learning Tree University, for scheduling and information, click here). 

I know how intimidating the process can be from getting a loan to the closing of escrow.  I understand that once you start telling your friends and family that you are considering buying a home, you will get inundated with well intentioned tips and advice that will only add to your confusion.

Hopefully I can help alleviate some of your fears. 

If you decide you would like to meet with me in person, the first thing I like to do is schedule a consultation.  This is a free consultation with absolutely no obligation.  This meeting will give you an opportunity to decide if I’m the type of person you would be comfortable working with and I can determine if I’m the agent that can help you meet your goals and expectations.

During this meeting, we’ll discuss how the whole process works from financing to inspections to searching for a home to the closing of escrow.  We’ll discuss the strategies available to make you the strongest buyer possible so you will be in an excellent negotiating position.  We’ll also start the process of getting you pre-approved for a loan.  This meeting will give you a feel for exactly what I do for you. 

If you are already receiving properties from me via my Home Finder Service, we’ll go over your goals and expectations more thoroughly.  I’ll assist you in determining what neighborhoods would be best for you, what neighborhoods to stay away from, what compromises you may want to consider, and what is important from an investment and resale standpoint.

If you are ready, we can also go out and drive around so I can show you what neighborhoods and tracts are within your price range.  We can even start looking at homes at this point if you would like.   I spend a lot of my time showing homes in the $100,000-$600,000 price range.  I am confident that I can help you determine what neighborhoods would be best for you. 

As we continue your search over the next several days or weeks, I’ll have a better idea of exactly what you are looking for and I’ll be searching for you much more often and email or call you when any new or reduced properties become available.

At no time will you ever be pressured to buy a home with me. 

You decide what the best home is for you and you tell me.  I will advise and guide you, but the decision to write an offer is yours and I respect that. 

Once you decide on a home, I’ll help you determine the offer price and we’ll discuss our strategy to get you the best price and terms possible.  We’ll also discuss the contracts and your rights as a buyer.

Once the offer is accepted and we open escrow, I will lead you through the whole process.  I will schedule and attend your inspections, and guide you through the abundance of paperwork you will receive.  It is my job to oversee the escrow for you, and I will make sure everything is done in a timely manner and you don’t miss any of your deadlines. 

(All of these services I provide you to help find the best home for your needs are completely free to you.  I am paid by the home seller if you decide to buy a home). 

Once escrow closes, other issues may arise that require my assistance.  I am always available to you.  My goal is to be your real estate consultant for life. 

I’m a firm believer in the importance of customer service.  If I deliver beyond your expectations and make the experience as pleasurable as possible, than I know I will earn your referrals.  Referrals are the lifeblood of my business because it frees up my time to do the best job possible for my current clients rather than spending my day searching for new clients. 

Thanks for taking the time to read a little about how I work.  If I sound like the type of agent you would like to work with, please feel free to contact me anytime.
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BACKGROUND

Graduated from California State University – Northridge with a degree in Finance and Real Estate.  Upon graduation, was employed at PaineWebber as an investment advisor specializing in equity management, retirement planning, and estate planning.

Joined PricewaterhouseCoopers as a financial analyst in the Financial Advisory Services Group.  Specialized in real estate valuation, strategic planning, and cash flow analysis.

Prior to joining REMAX Olson, worked independently as a real estate broker specializing in residential property. 

Teaches real estate courses at The Learning Tree University in Thousand Oaks and Chatsworth.  Resides with wife Melissa and sons Nicholas and Jack and is an active member of the community. 

LICENSES AND AFFILIATIONS

Member of the National Association of Realtors, California Association of Realtors, and the Southland Regional Association of Realtors.  Licensed California Real Estate Broker (#01261477) and Registered Securities Representative.