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Go Beyond Zillow, Buy Smarter with Eastvale Home Buyer Guidance

Buying a home in the Inland Empire is a major milestone. Usually, home search begins with scrolling through listings, comparing features, and so on, without a clear direction, but you deserve a better approach. I can provide local insight, clear strategy, and full support from search to closing, ensuring you secure the right home.

Buyer Education

Clear Strategy Before You Buy

I may not be in a classroom anymore, but I never stopped teaching.

Real estate markets change quickly, and prices rise or drop based on demand. Whether you are a first-time home buyer, an experienced homeowner, or simply looking for honest guidance, I walk you through real, neighborhood-specific data. Help you understand current market conditions in Eastvale, Ontario Ranch, and Jurupa Valley, and compete effectively to secure your dream home.

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I’m Passionate

About Guiding my Buyers to a Successful Home Purchase in Eastvale, Ontario Ranch, and Jurupa Valley

Our Working Process

Consultation with Marie

Whether you’re a month out or just starting to think about buying a house, let’s connect. I can talk through your goals, what’s driving the decision, and what the path forward actually looks like. Your dream home may be closer than you think.

Strategy at Starbucks

We walk through the entire homebuying process over coffee. From financing to finding the right home, I help you strategize, aligning your goals, timeline, and budget. No guessing, no pressure, just helpful information and confident next steps.

Meet My Lender

Getting pre-approved is easier than most Eastvale home buyers think. I can connect you with a trusted lender who answers your questions and guides you through loan options suitable for your situation.

Happy Home Shopping

Once preparation and pre-approval are complete, we visit open houses to find your dream home. When we find the right one, we write a competitive offer the same day. That’s the power of getting pre-approved first.

Write a Winning Offer

In the real estate market, writing the right offer plays a key role in securing your home at the best possible terms. I structure your offer strategically to strengthen your position and improve your chances of winning.

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Happy Clients

What My Clients Are Saying

For being first time home buyers we could not of had chosen a better Realtor. Marie has years of experience, and it shows with the careful attention to detail she demonstrates along every step of the home buying process. From the first day we met with her to strategize our plan to purchase until the day we got our keys. She answered every question we had no matter how late at night we texted her (sorry Marie), and she made herself available to answer a phone call when our questions were too long to text. Even if you’re not a first time home buyer I am still confident that Marie will treat you with the same kindness and patience. Extraordinary work Marie does for her clients, and we are blessed to be part of her network.
ClaudiaHighland, CA

Marie’s knowledge, professionalism, advocacy, and support are what everyone needs when navigating the real estate market. She ensured that my needs were met with each home we toured. She helped me navigate the real estate market in finding the right home in the right areas to ensure what I was looking for was provided in every facet possible (e.g., thriving downtown areas, easy freeway access, school district, etc). She never missed a beat with communicating with me, which I am grateful for especially given my limited availability during the day. As a first-time homebuyer and in the process for 5+ years of trying to find my home, Marie hands down made this process easier. She is a true gem and I cannot thank her enough!
Jasmine RichardsonGlendora, CA

Marie, Went above and beyond to assist my fiancé and I in buying our first home. We really liked how easy she was easy to talk too and she was great at communicating with us throughout the entire process. What sets Marie apart from other realtors is that she took the time to go over the entire home buying process and broke it down step by step. As first time home buyers, this really helped us and gave us the confidence to move forward . Overall, Marie was an amazing realtor to work with. She will go out of her way to make sure you find the perfect home.
Marco ZonniEastvale, CA

My husband & I weren’t prequalified or actively looking when we came across a property we liked on Zillow. When we requested more info, Marie was the realtor who reached out & we are so happy she did! She did a fantastic job sharing about the market & helping us navigate the home buying process. She directed us to the right people so we were able to quickly get prequalified & put an offer on the home we were interested in. Marie put together a great offer for us and it was accepted! The escrow process went smoothly & Marie was always there to answer any questions we had. She walked us through all the documents and worked quickly & attentively. We really appreciated all the effort and time she took into getting us into our new home. We are so thankful! If you choose Marie as your realtor, you will be in good hands.
Molly PamplinClaremont, CA

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Schedule a one-on-one consultation with me today. Whether you’re buying, selling, or just exploring your options, I’m here to guide you every step of the way.

FAQs

Is it cheaper to build or buy a home?

It is usually cheaper and faster to buy a home than to build it. For example, new house building costs include land, labor, excavation, and more. On the other hand, buying a home is a lot cheaper depending on the neighborhood and other factors.

When is the best time to buy a new house?

Winter is the best time to buy a new house, as the prices are typically lower. However, you will have fewer options to choose from. On the other hand, if you buy houses in summer and spring, you will have more options at a bit costly price.

Is now a good time to buy a home?

It depends on your finances and the neighbourhood you are interested in. For example, if you want to buy a house in the Inland Empire, the cost is on average $600K – $650K. You at least need to save 30% of the down payment to start looking for a home.

What is the 30/30/3 rule for home buying?

The 30/30/3 rule for home buying is saving 30% home price for down payment and closing costs, you should keep 30% of your monthly income for the monthly housing payment, and your total home price should not exceed 3x annual income.

What credit score is needed to buy a home?

You need at least a 620 credit score to apply for a conventional loan, a 580 credit score to apply for Federal Housing Administration (FHA) loans, and a 640 or higher credit score is needed to apply for a USDA loan.

What are closing costs when buying a home?

You need to pay a closing cost to finalize the deal, which is up to about 2% – 6% of the home price.

How much does it cost to buy a home in the Inland Empire?

Inland Empire houses are affordable compared to houses in other areas. You can buy the Inland Empire houses, give or take, within $600K – $650K.

Do I need a realtor to buy a home?

No, legally, you do not need a realtor to buy a home. However, it is better to hire one as they can help you with preparation, pre-approval process, open house searching, and closing the deal.

How can Marie Keaney help me purchase my dream home?

Marie Keaney is a trusted Eastvale home buyer agent with years of experience and deep knowledge of the market. From the initial consultation session to the final closing, she is incredibly supportive and guides you to make the right choice.