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Buying with Rumana

PROPERTY SEARCH

Find your perfect Bay Area Home

PROPERTY SEARCH

Find your perfect Bay Area Home
in 90 Days

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Helping You Find Your Home, in 90 Days

Discover a stress-free home search with my personalized attention and hyperlocal expertise. I focus on matching your lifestyle, commute, and community preferences to your dream neighborhood and house. Leveraging a keen understanding of local communities, I will pinpoint the best areas for you, help you to weigh pros and cons, and create a tailored priority list. Beyond merely showing you homes, I ensure you make well-informed decisions for a home that fits your lifestyle and budget today, and your resale goals in the future. With my approach, you find and purchase a home within 90 days of beginning your search.

BUYERS GUIDE

4 Steps of Buying with Rumana

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Step 1 - Establishing Our Relationship


Consultation -  We start with a friendly chat about your perfect house, your lifestyle and preferences, and build an image of your dream home.

Signing Agreement - To establish our mutual commitment, we make it official with a Buyer Representation Agreement and outline a clear understanding of our collaboration.

Understanding Your Needs - A deep dive into your requirements, I tailor our search to precisely what you're looking for.

Step 2 - Finding Your Right Home


Searching and Viewing - With your tailored requirements in mind, we begin exploring homes, narrowing down options until we find the one that feels just right. I will never push, but my buyers typically find their dream home within 60 days.

Reviewing disclosures - Disclosures are critically important, and I'm right here guiding you through the paperwork to make sure you understand every detail. You will feel well-informed and confident.

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Step 3 - Making It Happen


Offers and Negotiating - Crafting a compelling offer and then negotiating fervently is my art! I'm here to negotiate on your behalf and ensure you get the best deal possible. I often get a sellers into contract on their first offer!

Smooth Closing - As we head to the finish line, I will ensure the closing process is smooth and stress-free.

Step 4 - Your Lifetime Resource


Beyond the end of your transaction, I'm here for ongoing support to answer any questions about the community. I can provide resources for vendors like cleaners, contractors and everything else in between – I'm just a call or text away.

TESTIMONIALS

Client Success Stories

  • "What can be one of the hardest, most intimidating things to do in life, Rumana makes easy and makes you feel comfortable and confident knowing that you have one of the best guiding you through it all. In one short meeting, we had a plan. I cannot recommend Rumana highly enough."
    - Gilberto R.
    Buyer/Seller in Redwood Shores
  • "Rumana helped us avoid purchasing a home that wouldn't be right for us by calling out risks and pitfalls that we would not have noticed. Ultimately we found our dream home within our budget, and Rumana helped us secure the winning bid despite not being the highest bidder (!)."
    - Nikhil R.
    Buyer in San Mateo
  • "We've chose work with Rumana based on 2 factors -- Merit and Trust...And if drop her name to other agents, the response is immediate and positive. She didn't push to sale us on a home, but rather she was interested in what we are looking for. We whole heartedly recommend Rumana to our friends without hesitation."
    - Dan T.
    Buyer in San Bruno & San Mateo
  • "We approached Rumana after a family friend recommended her. We wanted someone with a lot of local experience, professionalism, trustworthiness, transparency, and good communication skills. Rumana and her team delivered on each of these qualities. We felt comfortable and trusted her throughout the process. We would not hesitate to recommend Rumana for home-buyers in the peninsula."
    - Jon W.
    Buyer in San Carlos

Community Expert

Think of me as your local guide, deeply entrenched in our community. My commitment is: I will find your perfect home with tailor made recommendations to your  specific lifestyles and needs. From schools to restaurants, shopping centers to community events, I have an intimate grasp of the area's fabric. 

As a dedicated community expert and advocate, I've cultivated a deep and personal connection with my neighborhood. I actively participate in park events, street fairs, and cultural activities. I have built relationships with many local businesses and community leaders to fervently support and promote our community. I also work closely with local organizations like Community Overcoming Relationship Abuse (CORA), Second Harvest Food Bank, Meadow Heights Elementary School, and Rebuilding Together Peninsula. I believe in giving back to our community in a meaningful way.

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Community Expert

Think of me as your local guide, deeply entrenched in our community. My commitment is: I will find your perfect home with tailor made recommendations to your  specific lifestyles and needs. From schools to restaurants, shopping centers to community events, I have an intimate grasp of the area's fabric. 

As a dedicated community expert and advocate, I've cultivated a deep and personal connection with my neighborhood. I actively participate in park events, street fairs, and cultural activities. I have built relationships with many local businesses and community leaders to fervently support and promote our community. I also work closely with local organizations like Community Overcoming Relationship Abuse (CORA), Second Harvest Food Bank, Meadow Heights Elementary School, and Rebuilding Together Peninsula. I believe in giving back to our community in a meaningful way.

An aerial view of a residential area next to a body of water.

Community Expert

Think of me as your local guide, deeply entrenched in our community. My commitment is: I will find your perfect home with tailor made recommendations to your  specific lifestyles and needs. From schools to restaurants, shopping centers to community events, I have an intimate grasp of the area's fabric. 

As a dedicated community expert and advocate, I've cultivated a deep and personal connection with my neighborhood. I actively participate in park events, street fairs, and cultural activities. I have built relationships with many local businesses and community leaders to fervently support and promote our community. I also work closely with local organizations like Community Overcoming Relationship Abuse (CORA), Second Harvest Food Bank, Meadow Heights Elementary School, and Rebuilding Together Peninsula. I believe in giving back to our community in a meaningful way.

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Explore Our Communities

Discover the diversity of our vibrant communities, each offering a unique blend of comfort and character. Explore our wide range of neighborhoods and find the ideal home that suits your lifestyle and aspirations.

VIEW ALL COMMUNITIES

Explore Our Communities

Discover the diversity of our vibrant communities, each offering a unique blend of comfort and character. Explore our wide range of neighborhoods and find the ideal home that suits your lifestyle and aspirations.

VIEW ALL COMMUNITIES
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Helping You Find Your Home

Discover a stress-free home search with my personalized attention and hyperlocal expertise. I focus on matching your lifestyle, commute, and community preferences to your dream neighborhood and house. Leveraging a keen understanding of local communities, I will pinpoint the best areas for you, help you to weigh pros and cons, and create a tailored priority list. Beyond merely showing you homes, I ensure you make well-informed decisions for a home that fits your lifestyle and budget today, and your resale goals in the future.

Helping You Find Your Home

Discover a stress-free home search with my personalized attention and hyperlocal expertise. I focus on matching your lifestyle, commute, and community preferences to your dream neighborhood and house. Leveraging a keen understanding of local communities, I will pinpoint the best areas for you, help you to weigh pros and cons, and create a tailored priority list. Beyond merely showing you homes, I ensure you make well-informed decisions for a home that fits your lifestyle and budget today, and your resale goals in the future.

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BUYING PROCESS

4 Steps of Buying with Rumana

Step 1 - Establishing Our Relationship


Consultation -  We start with a friendly chat about your perfect house, your lifestyle and preferences, and build an image of your dream home.

Signing Agreement - To establish our mutual commitment, we make it official with a Buyer Representation Agreement and outline a clear understanding of our collaboration.

Understanding Your Needs - A deep dive into your requirements, I tailor our search to precisely what you're looking for.

A woman in a pink shirt is shaking hands with a man in a suit.

Step 2 - Finding Your Right Home


Searching and Viewing - With your tailored requirements in mind, we begin exploring homes, narrowing down options until we find the one that feels just right. I will never push, but can often get a seller in contract within a few months, even on their first offer.

Reviewing disclosures - Disclosures are critically important, and I'm right here guiding you through the paperwork to make sure you understand every detail. You will feel well-informed and confident.

A dining room with a table and chairs and a kitchen in the background.

Step 1 - Establishing Our Relationship


Consultation -  We start with a friendly chat about your perfect house, your lifestyle and preferences, and build an image of your dream home.

Signing Agreement - To establish our mutual commitment, we make it official with a Buyer Representation Agreement and outline a clear understanding of our collaboration.

Understanding Your Needs - A deep dive into your requirements, I tailor our search to precisely what you're looking for.

Step 2 - Finding Your Right Home


Searching and Viewing - With your tailored requirements in mind, we begin exploring homes, narrowing down options until we find the one that feels just right. I will never push, but can often get a seller in contract within a few months, even on their first offer.

Reviewing disclosures - Disclosures are critically important, and I'm right here guiding you through the paperwork to make sure you understand every detail. You will feel well-informed and confident.

A woman is shaking hands with a man while sitting on a couch.

Step 3 - Making It Happen


Offers and Negotiating - Crafting a compelling offer and then negotiating fervently is my art! I'm here to negotiate on your behalf and ensure you get the best deal possible.

Smooth Closing - As we head to the finish line, I will ensure the closing process is smooth and stress-free.

Step 4 - Your Lifetime Resource


Beyond the end of your transaction, I'm here for ongoing support to answer any questions about the community. I can provide resources for vendors like cleaners, contractors and everything else in between – I'm just a call or text away.

A man is measuring a radiator with a tape measure

Step 3 - Making It Happen


Offers and Negotiating - Crafting a compelling offer and then negotiating fervently is my art! I'm here to negotiate on your behalf and ensure you get the best deal possible.

Smooth Closing - As we head to the finish line, I will ensure the closing process is smooth and stress-free.

Step 4 - Your Lifetime Resource


Beyond the end of your transaction, I'm here for ongoing support to answer any questions about the community. I can provide resources for vendors like cleaners, contractors and everything else in between – I'm just a call or text away.

Trademark Rumana Service

I deliver unparalleled expertise, personalized attention, and a commitment to your goals. From finding your dream home to managing the sell of your most valuable asset, I'll ensure a seamless and successful experience. Your satisfaction is my priority, and your success is my greatest achievement.

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A woman in a pink turtleneck is sitting at a table talking to another woman.

Trademark Rumana Service

I deliver unparalleled expertise, personalized attention, and a commitment to your goals. From finding your dream home to managing the sell of your most valuable asset, I'll ensure a seamless and successful experience. Your satisfaction is my priority, and your success is my greatest achievement.

Your Questions Answered,

Directly From Rumana's Clients

Discover firsthand how Rumana transforms home buying dreams into reality, straight from those who've experienced it.

  • How did you choose Rumana?

    We met Rumana in one of the open house days when we were just casually looking at the houses in the research stage. Four months later, we interviewed a couple of agents and decided to choose her as our agent, which turned out to be a wonderful experience.


    —David K.

  • How would you describe Rumana and her team?

    Rumana is efficient, effective, and personable. Best of all, we really felt like we could trust her. She is a patient and clear communicator. Her go-to response when dealing with challenging situations was, "No problem!" We also found her assistant very easy to work with.


    —Anne M.

  • Was Rumana responsive to your needs?

    And best of all was her responsiveness, advice and flexibility. My husband and I have very busy work schedules and she was extremely flexible in meeting us at our convenience. In the six months that we worked with her, never once did I feel that I reached out to her and did not get an immediate and thought-out response. And she was always there to answer questions—big or small.


    —Sharmeen S.


    We were impressed by Rumana's ability to effortlessly manage all of the many details with buying a home. She's incredibly responsive to texts, phone calls, and e-mails.


    —Anne M.

  • How long did it take to find a home?

    As new home buyers, we started out feeling rather intimidated by the crazy seller's market, but Rumana and Sasai helped us to swiftly navigate the Peninsula landscape and make our purchase in less than two months.


    —Chad S.



    We were frst-time home buyers with a time crunch of buying a home before our wedding in 2.5 months. With all their eforts, we miraculously closed on a new home in 6 weeks! We're so happy now in our new place, and we owe it all to the hard work and expertise of Rumana and Sasai.


    —Gina I.



    Within a week of our initial meeting with Rumana, we put in a bid on the house and got it! We had to deal with over 10 offers on the house (some including all cash ofers) but Rumana's experience and relationships helped us navigate a very competitive housing market in the peninsula.


    —Divya K.


    I thought I had a good handle on pricing trends and where to put my offer, but Rumana's instinct and knowledge, once again, helped my wife and I land our new home after only 1 offer on our frst option. This is pretty much unheard of in this insane market of overbids.


    —Damon L.

  • Did Rumana make the process easy?

    We found a home that we love and Rumana helped work out all the many details that were too overwhelming for us.


    —Phillip B.


    Buying or selling is a stressful time and even more so in the Bay Area. We felt that working with Rumana helped alleviate that stress. Let me say this—if we were in the market again, we would be working with Rumana.


    —Sharmeen S.


    It was very smooth. It did not require a lot of time or involvement. We just had Rumana take care of everything that was needed. Obviously, there’s probably a lot that happened in the background, but from our perspective it seemed like we had to do very little.


    —Namita N.

  • Did Rumana respect your scheduling and pricing requirements?

    Rumana and Sasai devoted countless hours outside of regular work hours to accommodate our schedules for house tours, meetings to review paperwork, and answer any questions we had about the buying process. It wasn't uncommon to get an email response from them at 10 PM!


    —Gina I.


    Rumana's team is certainly a hardworking one which responded to our requests in timely manner anytime we made the request, even in the midnight. 



    —David K.


    Rumana showed us homes in our price range and was patient to work around our work schedule and our children’s nap and school schedules. We sat down and talked about what we wanted and what we absolutely needed and wanted to see only few homes that fIt those categories. Rumana kept us current on listings in the areas of our interest.


    —Phillip B.

  • Did Rumana push you to buy a home quickly?

    When we were buying, she was an amazing resource as through her

    experience she would spot issues with houses (that we would never notice), was able to quickly get any type of expert consultation that we would need, and best of all, never pushed us to 'just buy' insanely in this market.


    —Sharmeen S.


    What impressed us even more than helping us winning our home, is her meticulous attention to detail that saved us from submitting a bid to a home where there were disclosures items that we had overlooked. If it weren't for Rumana, we would have overbid for a "pretty" home with hidden issues that we wouldn't have ultimately been comfortable with.


    —Chad S.

  • Did Rumana help you fnd the right home in the right neighborhood?

    Hiring Rumana and Sasai gave us a lot of perspective on what was happening all over the Mid-Peninsula. After discussing our needs, they took us on several tours so we could identify specific neighborhoods that combined the style of home we were looking for, the qualities we desired in the surrounding area, and the budget we could afford. Once we narrowed down our search, Rumana was confident that she'd find us a home in two months. We were naturally skeptical but a little over two months later, we picked up keys to our new home.


    —Phillip V.


    Rumana listened closely to us to figure out exactly what was important to us in a house (e.g., walkability, distance to Caltrain, schools). She has deep knowledge of the different neighborhoods in the peninsula and was really able to help us narrow down our search to very specifc areas. This was extremely valuable as we were moving from the city and we didn't know too many details about some of the areas in the peninsula.


    —Divya K.

  • Did Rumana negotiate well for you?

    Rumana was hands on with everything. We found the house that we wanted, and after having to deal with a very difficult seller, Rumana was not only able to get us this house, but get it for the price that we could afford. 


    —Scott & Tanya C.


    Through many open houses and multiple offers, we were pleased with Rumana's solid reputation and track record, which was especially helpful when working with the seller's agent at the negotiation table.


    —Chad S.

  • Was Rumana an expert in the field?

    She is extremely professional and knows her stuff in and out. My husband and I appreciated her honest and direct opinions since it's always better to get a clear picture rather than give you false hopes in the home buying process. She is really well connected and well respected among her peers in the Peninsula.


    —Akshata R.


    The purchase of our new home ended up being a bit complicated. And Rumana gracefully walked us and the other party through the process. In fact, in both the sale of our home and purchase of our new home, I watched as Rumana provided guidance to both realtors on the other side who were obviously less experienced and familiar with doing transactions in these markets. Before these transactions, I was always a bit skeptical about using real estate agents as I had heard of others who tried to buy or sell their homes independently. Based on my experience with Rumana, I am confdent that securing her services was the best decision we could have made.


    —Richard & Erika S.

  • Based on your experience, how would you rate Rumana as a realtor?

    In the past, I have been a real estate assistant to several top realtors, and even had a brief career as a mortgage lender. So when we met and interviewed Rumana Jabeen it was very clear from my experience that she is the best in the business. This positive first impression proved to be accurate for the entire transaction.


    —Eleanor M.

  • Would you recommend Rumana to friends?

    I've already recommended Rumana to a few of my friends looking for a good agent in the peninsula area.


    —Dipti P.


    We enthusiastically recommend Rumana, a realtor with undeniable integrity and professionalism (not to mention charisma)!


    —Chad S.


    We couldn't have chosen a better realtor than Rumana. We were very impressed by her expertise, her ability to negotiate on our behalf and her responsiveness. She made the whole home buying process so much easier and as stress free as it could possibly be by keeping the communication consistent, giving us recommendations and advice and really keeping our interests a priority. To us Rumana is an exemplary Realtor who really represents her clients best interests and there is absolutely no doubt you'd love working with her!


    —Dee B.


    We will absolutely recommend Rumana to anyone who wants to have a joyful, smooth, and easy house-hunting process as we experienced. We will certainly use her again in the future.


    —David K.


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