Buying a home should be simple

The hurdles are real: securing that elusive mortgage pre-approval, sorting through the sea of listings to find the one that feels like 'home', battling nerves as you step into the world of negotiation, and deciphering the puzzle of legal paperwork. It can feel overwhelming, and that's okay.

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Our Process

Let's not complicate things

As a home buyer working with us, your journey to homeownership will be a shared adventure—exciting, transparent, and rewarding.

We blend our vast experience and market knowledge with a personal touch, creating a bespoke home buying experience tailored to your unique needs and dreams.
How it works

our process

  • First Step: Trailhead Meetup: We start with an in-depth discussion to understand your home buying goals, preferences, and needs.

  • Pre-Qualification: Next, we introduce you to our trusted lenders to get you pre-qualified, giving you a clear financial compass for your home buying journey.

  • Home Search: Leveraging our deep knowledge of the local market, we'll show you homes that align with your unique criteria—your dream home is out there, and we'll help you find it.

  • Offer and Negotiation: Once we've found your dream home, we will craft an offer and negotiate on your behalf, ensuring your best interests are always our priority.

  • Closing: We will guide you through the paperwork, inspections, and final steps, ensuring a smooth, successful closure as we reach the summit of your home buying journey. Welcome home!

Testimonials

What our clients say

Take a moment to explore these stories from our satisfied clients. Real folks, just like you, who embarked on their real estate journey with us and discovered more than just property—they found their place in the PNW and made lifelong friends in the process.

Working with Shawn and Janis felt like exploring the housing market with two trusted friends. Their expertise and passion guided us to our perfect home, nestled amidst the beautiful PNW landscapes we love so much. As first-time home buyers, we couldn't have asked for a better journey!

- Michael & Alice Brown

Our Clients

Selling our home with O'Connell Real Estate was like embarking on a well-planned adventure - exciting, organized, and rewarding. Shawn and Janis knew exactly how to showcase the unique character of our home and maximize our profit. The process was seamless, and their communication exceptional.

- John & Karen Anderson

Our Clients

Navigating the Greater Seattle housing market with Shawn and"Janis was a breeze! Their knowledge and approachable nature turned a potentially stressful process into a delightful experience. We found our dream home and made two great friends in the process!"

- George & Emily Thompson

Our Clients