The Part of Buying a Home No One Explains (Until It’s Too Late)

After more than two decades selling real estate in Silicon Valley, there’s one thing buyers are rarely told before they get the keys.

No one really explains when the responsibility for the home shifts.

That moment happens the instant you take possession.

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Once you own the home, everything becomes yours. If an inspection missed something, you’re the one paying for it. If a disclosure wasn’t as complete as it should have been, you’re the one dealing with the consequences. And if a decision was rushed during escrow, that choice doesn’t disappear when the paperwork is signed — it often shows up months or years later.

This is why buying a home is about so much more than liking the house.

It’s about understanding the condition of the property, the risks involved, the future costs you may be taking on, and how long that home will realistically fit your life and lifestyle. A home can be beautiful and still not be the right fit if those pieces aren’t fully considered.

In competitive markets like Silicon Valley, it’s easy to feel pressure to move quickly. Offers move fast, emotions run high, and buyers often feel like they need to “win.”

But my job as your agent isn’t just to help you win the house.

It’s to help you avoid regret later.

That means slowing things down when needed, asking better questions, and making sure you understand what you’re stepping into — not just today, but for years to come. The right guidance doesn’t push you forward blindly; it protects you while you make one of the biggest decisions of your life.

If you’re thinking about buying a home, make sure you have someone in your corner who’s focused on more than closing a deal. The right agent helps you see what’s ahead — before the keys change hands.