A Step-by-Step Story of Our Client's Journey to Buying Their First Home

kwellsgroup
Oct 21
2 min read

Updated: Oct 22

What’s a great alternative when you can’t find the right home in Roseville, Rocklin, or Loomis? Orangevale!

Buying your first home can feel overwhelming — especially in competitive markets like Roseville and Placer County. When homes move quickly or stretch beyond your budget, nearby Orangevale offers a perfect alternative: charming neighborhoods, larger lots, and great value without sacrificing proximity to Roseville, Rocklin, or Loomis.

Here’s how one young couple followed a simple, step-by-step plan to buy their first home in Orangevale, California, turning a scary process into a success story.

🏦 Step 1: Get Mortgage-Ready

The first step for any first-time buyer is understanding your finances. We connected our clients with a trusted lender who explained:

Income and debt-to-income ratios
Credit scores and loan options
Down payments and interest rates
Closing costs and tax benefits

This knowledge gave them confidence and clarity to make strong financial decisions.

🏠 Step 2: Finding the Right Home

With pre-approval in hand, we began house hunting. Their wish list included:

A move-in-ready home
Updated kitchen and bathrooms
Equal distance to work and family
A comfortable price range

After visiting several communities, Orangevale stood out for its affordability, space, and local charm — a great alternative to Roseville’s competitive listings.

⚡ Step 3: Acting Fast When the Perfect Home Appeared

When the right property hit the market, we toured it within 12 hours and wrote an offer the same day. Our speed and strategy paid off — the offer was accepted before the open house, securing the home before competing buyers even had a chance.

📑 Step 4: Navigating Escrow Smoothly

Escrow introduces many moving parts: deposits, disclosures, inspections, loan docs, and insurance. Our buyers stayed calm and proactive, completing each step confidently. We even negotiated several repairs before closing, ensuring the home was truly move-in ready.

❤️ Step 5: A New Chapter in Orangevale

Today, this couple has the perfect place to begin their next chapter — building their family, making memories, and soon, welcoming their first puppy!

Their story proves that with preparation, guidance, and quick action, buying your first home — whether in Roseville or Orangevale — is achievable and rewarding.

🏘️ Thinking About Buying Your First Home in Roseville or Orangevale?

If you’re ready to start your home-buying journey, KWells Group Real Estate (DRE #02145088) can guide you through every step — from pre-approval to keys in hand.