For Buyers
A calm way
to buy in the
West Valley.
Whether you're escaping a Midwest winter, downsizing into your first single-floor home, or coming back to Arizona after a long career — Paulette's buyer process is built around clarity, patience, and zero pressure.
The 8-step buyer process
From the first call
to the day you get keys.
Step 01
Discovery call
30 minutes, no obligation. We talk about your timeline, your must-haves, the move you're picturing, and what you wish someone had told you sooner.
Step 02
Buyer consultation
I send a written summary of your criteria, the realistic price band for what you want, and a community shortlist tailored to how you actually plan to spend your days.
Step 03
Lender introduction
If you don't already have one, I'll introduce you to two local lenders I trust. You compare. No pressure to use either.
Step 04
Curated showings
I never run you through 12 houses in a day. Three to five, carefully chosen, with a written prep sheet on each. Tours run 90 minutes max — your energy matters.
Step 05
Offer strategy
We discuss price, terms, inspection contingencies, and the specific seller dynamics in play. I write the offer the same day you decide.
Step 06
Inspections & negotiations
Roof, HVAC, plumbing, electrical, pool, termite. I attend every inspection and renegotiate findings calmly and clearly.
Step 07
Closing prep
Title, insurance, HOA documents, recreation-card transfers, utility setup. I keep a one-page checklist and you always know what's next.
Step 08
Keys & beyond
I meet you at the property on closing day with a binder of warranties, manuals, vendor contacts, and HOA forms. I'm still your first call a year later.
Free Buyer Resources
Three guides Paulette wrote
for serious buyers.
Free Guide · PDF
Sun City Grand Lifestyle Guide
History, all four golf courses, pricing tiers by home style, HOA realities, and the five questions to ask before writing an offer.
Free Guide · PDF
Sun City Festival Guide
The West Valley's best-value 55+ community. New construction vs resale, Copper Canyon golf, and the honest trade-offs of the western edge.
Free Guide · PDF
Midwest-to-Arizona Snowbird Guide
Trade 0° for 75°. Tax math, the 30-60-90 day arrival checklist, and the single most important step before you commit.
Buyer FAQ
Questions buyers
actually ask.
I'm relocating from out of state. How early should I reach out?
Ninety days before you'd like to be in the home is ideal. That gives us time for one scouting trip, lender pre-approval, and a calm offer when the right house appears.
Do I need to be 55+ to buy in Sun City Grand or Festival?
At least one resident must be 55 or older. No permanent residents under 19 are permitted. Adult children under 55 cannot live with you full-time. I verify household eligibility before we write.
What does it cost to work with you as a buyer?
In most Arizona transactions buyer-agent compensation is paid by the seller through the listing brokerage. We'll discuss the specific buyer-broker agreement during our consultation — full transparency, no surprises.
Can you help me coordinate the sale of my northern home?
Yes. I work regularly with relocation specialists and REALTORS® in the Midwest, Pacific Northwest, and Canada. I'll connect you with someone I trust on the other end.
How competitive are West Valley 55+ listings right now?
Well-priced, well-presented homes still move in 7–21 days. Tired homes sit. I'll show you live comps during our first call so you know what to expect by community.
Start the conversation
Tell Paulette
what you're picturing.
No pressure call. No spam. Just a real conversation about what your next chapter could look like.