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If you're either thinking about purchasing a new home or already made the decision to purchase a house, but you still have questions or concerns regarding the process, price or anything else - let me tell you:
You're in the right place.
This free home buyer seminar is giving you the exact step by step blueprint on everything you need so you can get clarity on everything A-Z and guide to you make the best decision in purchasing your new home.
You will learn about timelines and timing, inspections, loan pre-approvals, negotiations, and so much more.
Take a look around and let us know how we can help you.

Cindy Sorey, MBA | REALTOR®, SFR, SRES
DRE#01772684
If you're either thinking about purchasing a new home or already made the decision to purchase a house, but you still have questions or concerns regarding the process, price or anything else - let me tell you:
You're in the right place.
This free home buyer seminar is giving you the exact step by step blueprint on everything you need so you can get clarity on everything A-Z and guide to you make the best decision in purchasing your new home.
You will learn about timelines and timing, inspections, loan pre-approvals, negotiations, and so much more.
Take a look around and let us know how we can help you.

Cindy Sorey, MBA | REALTOR®, SFR, SRES
DRE#01772684
Thinking About Buying?
Are you thinking about buying a home but you don't know where to start?
Learn to take advantage of Tax Saving opportunities instead of throwing your money away
Walk through the important aspects of purchasing a home
What to Expect When Buying a Home
Purchasing a home is most likely going to be one of the largest investments you will make in your lifetime.
We have helped hundreds of clients in the past and we can help you too
My team and I are free! The seller pays for our fees and they have an agent who has their best interest at heart. We are here to have yours
Home Buying Process -
First Step
The first step when looking to buy a home is getting qualified for a loan.
Before doing anything else you need to know what you can afford by getting qualified for a loan
Don’t go house hunting before going mortgage shopping
Pre-Approval vs
Pre-Qualification
Why you need an approval rather than just a pre-qualification.
Pre-Qualification is not a true approval but the initial step in a home loan process where you discuss your financial situation with a loan officer - nothing is verified
Pre- Approval is where the buyer provides the lender with the necessary documents to tell them what they are approved for, which loan option is the best for them and what the interest rate will be
10 Must Not’s When Buying a Home
Once you find your dream home, we need to make sure you get to move into it.
Don’t change jobs; becoming self employed or quit current job
Don’t buy a vehicles
Don’t use any charged cards or let your accounts fall behind
Don’t spend money you saved for closing
Don’t omit any debt or liabilities from your loan application
3 Tips To Get Your Offer Accepted
Are you competing with other buyers on your dream home or do you want to make sure you’ve got the best chance of getting your offer accepted?
Make sure you offered a competitive price on a home
Put down a larger earnest money deposit
Let the seller know that you have not written offers on any other properties
Offer Has Been Accepted, What’s Next?
Once your offer has been accepted, it's time to open up escrow.
It's time to get inspections done on the home, review disclosures, secure the loan, and get the appraisal done
WANT TO GET A FREE CUSTOM MARKET PROPOSAL?
Go to the next page to request a custom market proposal for your specific home
Thinking About Buying?
Are you thinking about buying a home but you don't know where to start?
Learn to take advantage of Tax Saving opportunities instead of throwing your money away
Walk through the important aspects of purchasing a home
What to Expect When Buying a Home
Purchasing a home is most likely going to be one of the largest investments you will make in your lifetime.
We have helped hundreds of clients in the past and we can help you too
My team and I are free! The seller pays for our fees and they have an agent who has their best interest at heart. We are here to have yours
Home Buying Process -
First Step
The first step when looking to buy a home is getting qualified for a loan.
Before doing anything else you need to know what you can afford by getting qualified for a loan
Don’t go house hunting before going mortgage shopping
Pre-Approval vs
Pre-Qualification
Why you need an approval rather than just a pre-qualification.
Pre-Qualification is not a true approval but the initial step in a home loan process where you discuss your financial situation with a loan officer - nothing is verified
Pre- Approval is where the buyer provides the lender with the necessary documents to tell them what they are approved for, which loan option is the best for them and what the interest rate will be
10 Must Not’s When Buying a Home
Once you find your dream home, we need to make sure you get to move into it.
Don’t change jobs; becoming self employed or quit current job
Don’t buy a vehicles
Don’t use any charged cards or let your accounts fall behind
Don’t spend money you saved for closing
Don’t omit any debt or liabilities from your loan application
3 Tips To Get Your Offer Accepted
Are you competing with other buyers on your dream home or do you want to make sure you’ve got the best chance of getting your offer accepted?
Make sure you offered a competitive price on a home
Put down a larger earnest money deposit
Let the seller know that you have not written offers on any other properties
Offer Has Been Accepted, What’s Next?
Once your offer has been accepted, it's time to open up escrow.
It's time to get inspections done on the home, review disclosures, secure the loan, and get the appraisal done
WANT TO GET A FREE CUSTOM MARKET PROPOSAL?
Go to the next page to request a custom market proposal for your specific home

Cindy Sorey, MBA | REALTOR®, SFR, SRES | DRE#01772684

Jeff Rogers | Escrow Officer

Scott Gilman | Mortgage Lender

Cheryl Piper | Transaction Coordinator

Patrick Bulmer | Marketing Director

Cindy Sorey, MBA | REALTOR®, SFR, SRES | DRE#01772684

Jeff Rogers | Escrow Officer

Scott Gilman | Mortgage Lender

Cheryl Piper | Transaction Coordinator

Patrick Bulmer | Marketing Director

In today’s real estate market, experience, strategy, and trusted guidance make all the difference. I am a knowledgeable Realtor® serving Los Angeles and Ventura Counties, known for providing clear, data-driven advice that helps clients make confident decisions.
With over 19 years of experience in Southern California residential real estate, I combine deep local market expertise with strong negotiation skills to help buyers and sellers achieve optimal results—whether maximizing value on a sale or securing the right property at the right price, my approach is rooted in integrity, transparency, and attention to detail, ensuring clients feel informed and supported throughout every step of the process!
I am a Top Producing Realtor® with Keller Williams, ranking in the top 1.5% nationwide and in the Conejo Valley. I hold a Bachelor of Science in Business Management from Pepperdine University and an MBA from Chapman University, along with SFR and SRES designations that allow me to serve clients with specialized needs.
I am a member of the Conejo Simi Moorpark Association of REALTORS®, the California Association of REALTORS®, and the National Association of REALTORS®, and I reside in Thousand Oaks with my husband, Kent, and our Newfoundland, Bella.

In today’s real estate market, experience, strategy, and trusted guidance make all the difference. I am a knowledgeable Realtor® serving Los Angeles and Ventura Counties, known for providing clear, data-driven advice that helps clients make confident decisions.
With over 20 years of experience in Southern California residential real estate, I combine deep local market expertise with strong negotiation skills to help buyers and sellers achieve optimal results—whether maximizing value on a sale or securing the right property at the right price, my approach is rooted in integrity, transparency, and attention to detail, ensuring clients feel informed and supported throughout every step of the process!
I am a Top Producing Realtor® with Keller Williams, ranking in the top 1.5% nationwide and in the Conejo Valley. I hold a Bachelor of Science in Business Management from Pepperdine University and an MBA from Chapman University, along with SFR and SRES designations that allow me to serve clients with specialized needs.
I am a member of the Conejo Simi Moorpark Association of REALTORS®, the California Association of REALTORS®, and the National Association of REALTORS®, and I reside in Thousand Oaks with my husband, Kent, and our Newfoundland, Bella.
"Our first ever home sale. Krista and her team made the experience so smooth. From our first meeting to the last it was all about us and how they made it an enjoyable experience. They were all unbelievably attentive and responsive to our needs.
"My father in law passed and we needed to sell his house. We met with three different agents and we quickly decided to go with Krista. Krista and her team are very knowledgeable, energetic and at the top of their game. Everything was spot on."
"Krista and her team were excellent. We bought a home while on vacation. We relied on her staff to not only view the house but she positioned us so well, that we followed her advice and we got the house for the price we wanted. Thank you!
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- Mary & Troy
"Homes By Krista Is The Way To Go For A Successful Home Sale."
"Our first ever home sale. Krista and her team made the experience so smooth. From our first meeting to the last it was all about us and how they made it an enjoyable experience. They were all unbelievably attentive and responsive to our needs.
- Jerry & Liqin A.
"The Strategy, Marketing And Pricing On The House Were Spot On."
"My father in law passed and we needed to sell his house. We met with three different agents and we quickly decided to go with Krista. Krista and her team are very knowledgeable, energetic and at the top of their game. Everything was spot on."
- Shaun & Heather B.
"We Followed Her Advice And We Got The House For The Price We Wanted."
"Krista and her team were excellent. We bought a home while on vacation. We relied on her staff to not only view the house but she positioned us so well, that we followed her advice and we got the house for the price we wanted. Thank you!
- Michael & Laura N.