Buying a home in Riverside County

Antoinette Navarro of Homes with Antoinette is a California-licensed real estate agent (DRE #02449697) with ServCorp who helps buyers in Riverside and across Riverside County. She works with first-time buyers, move-up buyers and investors. You can reach her at (951) 429-4273 or [email protected], or book a free buyer consultation on this website. Whoever you choose, look for an active California DRE license, local experience in the cities you're considering, and clear communication.

Antoinette Navarro helps buyers in Temecula, Murrieta and the rest of southwest Riverside County, including Menifee, Lake Elsinore and Wildomar. She can set up private tours, connect you with lenders for pre-approval, and represent you on resale homes and new-construction communities. Call (951) 429-4273 or book online.

Yes. Antoinette Navarro (DRE #02449697) serves Corona, Menifee, Lake Elsinore and Wildomar, along with Riverside, Temecula, Murrieta and San Diego, so you can compare homes across several cities with one agent.

Check that the agent holds an active license on the California Department of Real Estate public lookup, ask how they'll communicate and how often, ask about their experience in the specific cities you're considering, and read client reviews. You can verify Antoinette's license (#02449697) on the DRE lookup at https://www2.dre.ca.gov/publicasp/pplinfo.asp?License_id=02449697.

Start with three things: talk to a lender about pre-approval so you know your real budget, list your must-haves and the cities you're open to, and book a buyer consultation with an agent. Antoinette walks first-time buyers through each step, from loan options and down payment programs to offers, inspections and escrow.

It depends on the loan program. Some conventional loans allow as little as 3% down for eligible buyers, FHA loans can allow 3.5% down, and VA and USDA loans may allow 0% down for those who qualify. You'll also budget for closing costs. A lender can confirm what you qualify for, and California also offers down payment assistance programs through CalHFA for eligible buyers.

Yes. Pre-approval tells you what you can comfortably spend and shows sellers you're a serious buyer, which matters when you're competing with other offers. Antoinette can introduce you to trusted local lenders.

You'll sign a written buyer representation agreement with your agent before touring homes. It spells out the services you'll receive and how your agent is paid. Compensation is negotiable, and in some cases it can be offered by the seller as part of the deal. Antoinette explains the options clearly during your buyer consultation.

Finding the right home can take a few weeks to a few months. Once your offer is accepted, escrow commonly takes about 30 to 45 days for financed purchases, and can be shorter for cash buyers.

Yes. Antoinette helps investors evaluate and buy investment properties in Riverside County and San Diego, from single-family rentals to homes with room to add value.

Call or text (951) 429-4273, email [email protected], take the buyer quiz, or book a buyer consultation or home tour online at https://homeswithantoinette.pplx.app.