Buy

Do you know
what you want?

This is the hardest part.

Without this clarity,
every possibility feels like it’s missing the mark.

Use the quizzes below as starting points, and talk to NJ to get to the heart of what you want.

THE COASTAL REALTOR

Where Should You Live?

Newport Beach, Costa Mesa or Irvine — based on how you actually want to live, and what you value. Note: not a generic prestige ranking.

Question 1 of 15 7%

Choose a value from 1 to 5

This preference-fit tool is a starting point, not a housing recommendation. Neighborhood, street and property utility can reverse a city-level result. School assignments and other property-specific facts require independent verification.

THE COASTAL REALTOR

Find Your Neighborhood

Choose one city or compare all three, then rate ten lifestyle preferences. You’ll receive three neighborhood matches + key tradeoff for each.

Question 1 of 15 7%

Choose a value from 1 to 5

This preference-fit tool is a starting point, not a housing recommendation. Neighborhood, street and property utility can reverse a city-level result. School assignments and other property-specific facts require independent verification.

Paint color samples for planning a home’s interior finishes

Ready to start?

Mapping the Buying Process

Phase 01 Pre-Transaction Strategy
  1. 01Buying strategy and pricing parameters
  2. 02Financing secured and cash identified
  3. 03Establish representation
  4. 04Tour, evaluate, compare
  5. 05Approximate purchasing costs
  6. 06Identify and configure elements for winning offer process (property-specific)
  7. 07Write + negotiate offer
Phase 02 Escrow
  1. 01Contract & Earnest Money
  2. 02Inspections & Appraisal
  3. 03Due Diligence
  4. 04Appraisal & Financing
  5. 05Resolve Contingencies
  6. 06Finalize Homeowner’s Insurance
  7. 07Review Final Numbers
  8. 08Final Walkthrough
  9. 09Closing & Title Transfer
Phase 03 Post Close
  1. 01Organize Home Records & Utilities
  2. 02Review Tax & Financial Changes
  3. 03Plan Improvements & Renovations
  4. 04Maintain Home Records
  5. 05Monitor Your Home’s Value

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