Buying a Home

Find Your Perfect Home
in San Diego.

Whether this is your first purchase or your fifth, Hannah walks you through every step from pre-approval to keys in hand, with expert negotiation and legal precision.

The Process

11 Steps to Buying a Home

01

Define Your Goals & Budget

Determine your priorities, ideal home type, essential features, down payment, and ongoing costs.

02

Hire a Knowledgeable Realtor

Select an experienced agent who will represent your interests, help find properties, and guide you through the whole process.

03

Get Pre-Approved

Work with a lender to assess your finances and get pre-approved to keep your search focused and give you an edge in offers.

04

Start Your Search

Explore listings, attend open houses, and communicate your preferences so Hannah can deliver personalized recommendations.

05

View Properties

Schedule showings with Hannah. Take notes and photos to compare. She'll give honest, informed feedback on each one.

06

Make an Offer

Hannah crafts a competitive offer and negotiates fiercely on your behalf. Her legal background gives you a real edge here.

07

Home Inspection

Hire a professional inspector after your offer is accepted. Hannah helps you interpret results and renegotiate if needed.

08

Secure Financing

Finalize your mortgage application, submit required documentation, and prepare for the appraisal process.

09

Review & Sign Documents

Hannah reviews all contracts and disclosures with you carefully. Her attorney background means nothing gets missed.

10

Close the Deal

Sign final documents, transfer funds, and pay closing costs (typically 1–5% of purchase price). Then celebrate.

11

Move In

Coordinate your move, transfer utilities, and settle in. You're officially a San Diego homeowner.

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The Smart Guide for Homebuyers

A practical guide covering every step of the home-buying process, from getting your finances in order through closing day and beyond. Enter your info and Hannah will send it right over.

  • + How to get your finances in order
  • + Navigating offers, inspections, and negotiations
  • + What to expect at closing
  • + Post-closing considerations
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Hannah Ohman, Esq.
Your Buyer's Agent

Negotiating Hard
For You.

As a former attorney, Hannah's negotiating skills are in a different league. She advocates fiercely for your best interests, secures favorable terms, and ensures every document is reviewed with legal precision.

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