Buying a home can be an exciting — sometimes nail-biting — experience, especially in today’s market. With the right team, research, and strategy behind you, you can feel confident and in control throughout the whole process. As your trusted real estate advisers, we’re here to minimize the stress of making sure you don’t miss out on the right home. As lifelong South Sound residents, we know the ins and outs of every neighborhood. Plus, with our Certified Residential Appraiser background, we have a unique understanding of the local market, which makes calculating your sweet spot offer our specialty.
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Helping future and current South Sound residents buy their dream home, while avoiding potential real estate nightmares.
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Measured by the People We Serve
Anders and Ashley are awesome — knowledgeable, savvy and aggressive in all the right ways. They helped us navigate a tricky situation as buyers that we ultimately walked away from (thankfully, with their guidance) and helped us land a home that was perfect for us. I’ve learned so much from their through our home buying process and in just talking with them. When it’s time to buy or sell again, we’ll definitely be seeking their services!
Candice Ruud
January 23, 2026
I give credit to Anders and his team for closing on the house that my wife and I got! They understand the market very well and helped us put in a strong offer so we could be under contract after just 1 weekend of looking around (we were on a tight time schedule). They were able to handle any issues that came up, and led the way to getting a second lender when the first fell through, without which we would have lost the house. Great effort by Anders, we really appreciated having him as our broker.
Matthew Heidebrecht
January 12, 2026
Anders and Ashley are the people to use if you're in the Tacoma area. They are very responsive. Their knowledge of the area is extensive. They gave me great tips on how to make a competitive offer (the first offer I put in), and I know I got the house because of their advice. I'm truly impressed with how seamless the process was. The experience was flawless.
Maggie Busey
January 23, 2026
Anders' quick responsiveness and "get-up-and-go" attitude was critical to us being the winning bid on our first home purchase. In fact, thanks to Anders, I can't believe how smoothly and quickly the entire process went. He demonstrated that he was really on our side and wanted us to be happy and find the right home for us.
Erin Flood
January 23, 2026
Anders represented me on the purchase of an apartment building in Mt. Vernon, WA, and provided outstanding support. He shared thoughtful insights, and meaningful recommendations. Also, he was thorough and responsive, all the time with a smile. He has an excellent knowledge of commercial real estate nuances.
Nathan Rosenbaum
Buying a home in Tacoma from NJ has many challenges. Anders and his team were awesome from the first phone call we had, to the final closing and beyond. (he called the other day just to see how things were going!) He took time learning and understanding our needs, and clearly was an advocate for us through the process – sometimes I thought HE was buying the house! His knowledge of the market and Washington laws and process was invaluable in helping us locate and win the bid for the perfect house.
Phil Phisterer
We cannot say enough good things about our experience with Anders and his team. Their knowledge of the neighborhood and the market in general, along with their objective approach when letting us know what to expect, made us very comfortable with them right away. We don't plan on moving, but if we ever had to buy a home again in Tacoma, we would insist on partnering with Anders again.
Brian Espinosa
As first time homebuyers, Anders was very helpful in finding us a house we loved instead of just being a salesman and pushing places onto us. He and his team were incredibly down to earth, on our level with any questions we had, and provided in depth knowledge on topics we didn't know. They provided quality information to help us decide what was the best move for us.
Joe Patraszewski
Breaking down the buying process
We know that every buyer’s worst fear is losing out on their dream house — or paying what feels like way too much for it. As your advisers throughout this process, we’ll make sure you have the certainty and peace of mind you need as you make one of the biggest financial decisions of your life.
Here’s how we’ll ensure a smooth process:
Step 1: Initial Interview + Goal-Setting
We’ll start off with a conversation about your goals so we can get crystal clear on what you’re looking for in an ideal home. We’ll also take time to arm you with the information you need to feel in control throughout the whole process.
Step 2: Financing
We’ll help you get set up for success with an excellent lender — someone local who advocates for you, as well as a loan team that’s actually on your side. And if you’re selling at the same time, we’ll help you coordinate those factors and timelines.
Step 3: Search Process
Our team’s smart, methodical, and incredibly well-organized buyer’s agent will create a customized search for your perfect home and be your guide during showings.
Step 4: Winning Offer
After we find a property that checks all your boxes, we’ll analyze all the data to determine what a winning offer looks like for your unique situation. We’ll make sure you’re comfortable with whatever number we land on, while staying realistic and true to the current market.
Step 5: Smooth Negotiations + Inspections
Once your offer is accepted, We’ll ensure all the intricacies of the transaction are taken care of — including a proper inspection. During competitive markets, we’ve actually reversed low appraisals and saved our buyers tens of thousands of dollars by combing through reports to find any possible mistakes.
Step 6: Ongoing Communication
Once you’re a client, you’ll always be a client. So even after we’ve closed on your new house, we’ll help you sail through the post-closing process. And even years down the road, we will always be just one phone call away if you ever need anything.
You'll also get…
A whole team behind you
You’ll have our team by your side the whole time — capable buyer’s agents to show you properties — as well as a whole crew of trusted contacts, from lenders to locksmiths.
lifelong contact
We’re always only a phone call away for contract recommendations, factual home value reports, or to answer any questions about a property.
Certified Residential Appraiser
With our Certified Residential Appraiser as well as Realtor® qualifications, we are well-versed in not just pricing individual properties, but analyzing neighborhood and regional markets as a whole. We will forecast market trends to ensure we can always plan the best fact-based strategy for your situation.
Ready to win your dream home?
We’re here to serve you and support what comes next. When you’re ready, we’re here.
Common questions about buying a home
Buying a home is one of the biggest decisions you’ll make. Here are the questions we hear most often — answered honestly, so you know exactly what to expect.
We are not salespeople. We will never strongarm you into making a move that doesn’t make sense or that isn’t in your interests. Whether the market is “good” has a lot more to do with your own personal goals and timeline. In any sort of economy or home market, we will lead by getting you clear on your “why,” and ensure that your next home is the right fit, at the fairest price, and in the best condition.
It’s a common misperception that you need 20% down to buy a home. (The average American homebuyer only puts down about 10%.) Many home buyers only put down as little as 3-5%, depending on the loan type. And for homebuyers using VA or down payment assistance, you could in theory pay 0% down. On top of your down payment, you should be prepared for closing costs that usually range from 1-2% of the purchase price; these can include loan expenses, escrow setup, broker fees, and recording expenses. You should also be prepared for about $800 to $1,000 for your lender’s appraisal, and anywhere from $600 to $1,000 for a home inspection, too. Importantly: closing costs are negotiable! It is very common to ask the seller to pay some or all of your closing costs, which could mean potentially thousands in out-of-pocket savings for you. We will always strive to reduce your overhead as much as we can.
Yes — working with active duty and veteran buyers is one of our core strengths. Our team member Ashley herself comes from a military family. We understand the compressed timelines of a PCS move, the ins and outs of VA loans, and how to help you find the right home in our region even when you’re relocating from across the country. We have helped an assortment of servicemembers move to Pierce County, from 1st Group Green Berets, to Apache and C-17 pilots, Rangers, and everyone in between. It’s our privilege to serve those who serve us.
Most of our clients are either referred to us, or are repeat customers. It’s literally in our self-interest to make sure that you’re happy long after closing. That means we want you to be abundantly aware of anything going on with the property: good, bad, or ugly. We have a reliable team of methodical home inspectors and contractors who will give you a clear picture of what you’re working with. And for other factors besides the physical building itself that may affect your bottom line — such as the HOA if you’re buying a condominium; the cash flow and tenant situation if you’re buying a rental or a commercial property; or the zoning regulations that are influencing value and future use — we will employ our expertise to ensure you have the clearest possible picture for making your decision.
It’s a real advantage. As a Certified Residential Appraiser and Managing Broker, Anders can evaluate the true market value of any home you’re considering — not just what the listing says. This helps you make competitive offers without overpaying, and gives you a clearer picture of what you’re actually buying.
From offer to close, most purchases take 30 to 45 days depending on your loan, and on your and the seller’s timelines. If you’re using a VA loan, we factor in any additional inspection or appraisal timelines upfront. We’ll set realistic expectations from day one and keep things moving.
