BUYER PROCESS ─────
Buying Your Home
With confidence.

Finding the right home in Silicon Valley takes more than searching listings. Inventory is limited, timelines are short, and the difference between getting the home and losing it often comes down to preparation, relationships, and strategy. Our buyer process is designed to give you every advantage so when the right property appears, you are ready to move.

OUR APPROACH

Every buyer is different.
Our Commitment Never is.

Whether you are purchasing your first home in Silicon Valley or adding to an established portfolio, you deserve a team that treats your search with the same level of care, strategy, and attention. That is not something we say — it is something our clients experience, and it is why so many of them come back.

Dawn brings over 20 years of Silicon Valley market expertise, a global luxury network through Compass and REALM, and a deep commitment to honest, proactive communication at every step. You will always know where things stand — and you will never be left wondering what comes next.

Dawn never represents both sides of a transaction. When you work with us, we are 100% in your corner.

HARVARD-TRAINED NEGOTIATION

Every offer is crafted strategically — not just submitted. We know how to win homes, including against all-cash competition, because strategy matters more than luck.

PROACTIVE, TRANSPARENT COMMUNICATION

You hear from us before you have to ask. Calls, texts, email — we are available throughout the entire process, including after hours and over weekends.

WHITE GLOVE SERVICE

From pre-approval through closing, our team manages every coordination detail — so you can focus on finding the right home, not managing the process.

STEP BY STEP

The Buyer Process

Buying a home in Silicon Valley is one of the most significant decisions you will make. Our process is designed to make sure you are never guessing, never unprepared, and never without an advocate in your corner. From your first conversation with Dawn to the moment you receive your keys, every step is handled with precision, honesty, and the kind of care that turns first-time clients into lifelong ones.

1

Choose the Right Advisor

Hire Your Realtor

Your REALTOR shapes every decision that follows. Dawn never represents both buyer and seller on the same transaction. That means every strategy, every recommendation, and every conversation is built entirely around you. We start with a real conversation about what you are looking for and what is possible. No pressure. No pitch.

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2

Define and Find Your Ideal Home

Search

We go deeper than the MLS. Our REALM Global membership and two decades of local relationships open doors to off-market properties and pocket listings that never reach public portals. We also work through your priorities together first, so every property you see is one genuinely worth your time.

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3

Your Offer Is Accepted. Now the Work Begins.

Offer Accepted

This is where precision matters most. We guide you through your earnest money deposit, your contract obligations, and what to protect financially during this window. No large purchases. No new credit lines. You will always know exactly where things stand. We do not wait for you to ask.

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4

Inspections, Repairs, and Removing Contingencies

Due Diligence

Your inspections are complete. If concerns were found, we negotiated repairs or credits on your behalf. You now know exactly what you are buying. We coordinate trusted inspectors and contractors throughout so nothing is missed. Removing contingencies means moving forward with full confidence. That is exactly how it should feel.

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5

Prepare Your Down Payment and Final Walk-Through

Final Preparation

You are close. We confirm your closing funds are ready, walk you through the final steps with your lender and escrow officer, and do a final walk-through of the property together. Nothing is left to chance. The only thing you need to do is show up ready to receive your keys.

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6

Close, Celebrate & Stay Connected!

Beyond the Purchase

Escrow has closed. You are officially a homeowner. We hand over the keys and take a moment to celebrate that together. The relationship does not end here. Our clients call us long after closing, and many have been with us for 10 to 15 years. We are here for the long run.

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