Buying a home can be a great experience if you have the right team on your side.  There are some great opportunities in the real estate marketplace today, and some deals are better than others.  DeAnna and her team are here to help make sure you're prepared and that you are armed with all of the information you need to make a purchase decision you'll be happy with for years.

Here are some simple steps to help get you started:

1. First time home buyer? If so, great! There has never been a better time to enter the housing market, and there are some unique opportunities that are only available to first time buyers. Check out our first-time home buyer page for some specific tips for getting started.
   
   
2. Have you decided on a specific area, or would you like to learn more about the different communities that the Tri-Valley area has to offer?
   
   
3. What are your specific needs in a home? Identifying specific needs like the number of bathrooms, living space, swimming pool, view, gourmet kitchen, etc. can make it easier to identify homes for you to consider.  If you're unsure of your needs, DeAnna can spend the time to talk you through the options you might want to consider.
   
   
4. Do you have a budget in mind?  If you haven't purchased recently, you might not be aware of all of the ways the finance markets have changed in recent years. DeAnna can help you understand requirements for down payment, credit scores, loan-to-value ratios, and various financing options.
   
   
5. Are you pre-approved with a lender or mortgage broker? Even if you're not sure how you will eventually finance your home purchase, pre-approval is vital in today's real estate market. Check out our financing page for more information on financing options and resources.
   
   
6. Now for the fun part! Browse our featured listings, search for homes that meet your needs and sign up for free email alerts to make sure you're the first to know when something new hits the market.
   

Lastly, if you're specifically interested in information on more complicated purchase scenarios like short-sales, bank-owned and foreclosure properties, make sure you visit our Bank Owned page for more specific details you may need to help you through the process.