Insider Secrets for Buying Your Next CA Home

I made this just for you, and I’m excited to share this exclusive 8-week series — Insider Secrets for Buying Your Next CA Home.  These are little-known tips and strategies tailored for Pasadena area buyers that you can’t get anywhere else. 

I created these secrets by helping all types of buyers in this area over the years, from the first-time buyer ready to move into a starter home, to the luxury buyer seeking to acquire a multimillion-dollar estate.  I’ve kept what works and weeded out what doesn’t, and now I’m giving it to you.

Buying a home can be confusing and even intimidating at times. That’s why it’s okay to feel unsure.  My goal with this series is to make you a more comfortable and confident Pasadena area homebuyer with an insider’s edge. 

These 8 articles will uncover the how-to and must-do’s specific to buying a home in Pasadena and the nearby Foothills communities. We’ll also unlock the why’s of the process so you’ll better understand your wants and needs in your next home, as well as the journey ahead.  With this knowledge, when it’s time to make an offer, you’ll be fully prepared and confident.

Think of this series as a “behind the scenes” look at buying a home in the Foothills of Los Angeles. Each article will provide a good overview about things you should consider before you begin a serious search for a home. Preparation is key when starting this kind of big endeavor!

By reading these Pasadena and Foothills focused articles, you’ll become an informed buyer who knows that buying a home here doesn’t have to be stressful or leave you with buyer’s remorse. 

Here’s what we’ll cover in this series:

Go With the Flow of the Market:  Just like riding a wave in the ocean, you’ll need to learn about the natural ebbs and flows of the market.  This will prepare you for what to expect, and when to expect it.  Buying a home requires an understanding of both the seasonal shifts in market activity and the weekly market patterns in our Foothills communities.  I’ll explain how to change tactics by season so you know when the “tide” is coming in.

What NEVER to Do Before Buying a Home in the Foothills:  Did you know that some normal, even harmless everyday activities, could hurt your chances of buying your dream home in our area?  I’ll explain how to avoid common mistakes that could take you out of the homeownership game. 

Red Flags to Avoid When Buying a Home: No home is perfect, but I’ll share hidden red flags to save you trouble later.  You might be surprised by what to watch out for before making an offer here on the “eastside”.  I’ll explain how to know the difference between a red flag (caution), and when to move on to another, better home.

4 Little Known Pasadena Area House Hunting Tips: House hunting is fun but requires strategy in the Foothills.  Even though you may feel like you’re a house hunter on an episode of HGTV, you’ll need to be mindful. I’ll share two little-known things you should do, and two things you shouldn’t, when looking at Pasadena area homes.

Buyers’ Most Frequent Questions About the Pasadena, CA Area Answered: You likely have the same questions as other Pasadena area buyers about avoiding mistakes and getting to the bottom of what you don’t know.  You want to make sure you don’t do something wrong and end up in a nightmare instead of your dream home.  I provide answers to some of the most common questions (and a few uncommon ones) and you’ll become better informed and more reassured in the process.

Is the “Paradox of Choice” Derailing Your Pasadena Area Home Search?  As a buyer you might find yourself “wanting to see everything” in your price range.  Or you may have found a perfect fit but feel compelled to look at “just one more” house or condo before you write an offer? Let me assure you, more is not always better!  I use the secrets in the book “Paradox of Choice” every day with clients and can’t wait to share them here with you!

How to Buy a Foothills Home Even with Student Loan Debt: You can still buy a home here despite having student loan debt.  There are even some great loan programs for people in certain industries, like doctors, that have ultra-high amounts of debt.  “Can’t stop, won’t stop” is my motto when it comes to student loans being in the way of you becoming a Pasadena area homeowner. 

Buying a Pasadena Area Home Is Like Falling in Love:  Buying a home is like finding a mate – you want to know your must-haves and your deal breakers.  And sometimes you have to go through the heartbreak of losing a home before you get serious about buying in the Pasadena Foothills.  I’ll explain how a “breakup” can make you wiser next time around, and I’ll share how you can make the most of your journey to find a home you love … and will eventually buy.

Let me know if you have any other Pasadena area home buying questions!