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Find First-Time Home Buyer Specialists in Gardena, CA

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8 agents listed
Updated June 2026
Gardena, CA
Important: Listings are compiled from publicly available sources and have not been independently verified by BeforeMortgageUSA.com. We do not endorse any broker or guarantee outcomes. Verify licensing and disciplinary status with the State Mortgage Licensing Authority of California before hiring.
Showing 8 first-time home buyer specialists in Gardena, CA Listings are displayed in no particular order and are not ranked by BeforeMortgageUSA. Order does not constitute a recommendation or endorsement of any broker.
Blue Vista Mortgage
18321 S Western Ave # J, Gardena, CA 90248
(310) 818-0270
Areatha R James - CentsAble Mortgage
1212 W Gardena Blvd, Gardena, CA 90247
(310) 293-0707 homepassionsbyarj.com
Luxury 1 Agency
18726 S Western Ave #406, Gardena, CA 90248
(888) 217-4448 luxury1agency.com
David Garcia Solis Realty
1225 W 190th St Suite 105, Gardena, CA 90248
(310) 892-7021
Realtor Shatana Bacon
1212 W Gardena Blvd, Gardena, CA 90247
(323) 547-3316
JoAnn Castro - Real Estate Broker
879 W 190th St Suite 400 209, Gardena, CA 90248
(562) 405-0123 joannccastro.com
Melvin The Deal Maker Burrell
879 W 190th St Suite 400, Gardena, CA 90248
(310) 266-1800
Berkshire Hathaway Home Services California Properties
1225 W 190th St Suite 105, Gardena, CA 90248
(310) 755-6460 bhhs.com

A first-time home buyer specialist in Gardena, California can guide you through the home buying process with knowledge of local market conditions and state-specific laws. California offers programs like the California Housing Finance Agency CalHFA loan, which provides down payment assistance for qualified buyers. Working with a specialist helps you understand escrow timelines, disclosure requirements, and property tax rules unique to California.

What Does a First-Time Home Buyer Specialist in Gardena Cost?

Typical costs for a first-time home buyer specialist in California include a real estate commission usually paid by the seller, around 5 to 6 percent of the purchase price. Mortgage origination fees range from 0.5 to 1 percent of the loan amount. Closing costs in California average 2 to 5 percent of the home price. This is general information, not mortgage or financial advice.

* Cost estimates are general ranges based on publicly available data and compiled using automated research tools. Actual fees vary by agent and case complexity. This is not mortgage or financial advice — consult directly with an agent for fee specifics.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a first-time home buyer specialist in Gardena?
A first-time home buyer specialist is a real estate agent or mortgage professional who focuses on helping people purchase their first home. They understand California programs like CalHFA and local down payment assistance options in Gardena.
What California programs help first-time home buyers in Gardena?
California offers the CalHFA MyHome program with up to 3.5 percent down payment assistance and the CalHFA FHA loan. Gardena residents may also qualify for the Los Angeles County First-Time Home Buyer Program, which provides deferred payment loans.
How long does the home buying process take in California?
The typical home buying process in California takes 30 to 45 days from offer acceptance to closing. California law requires a 17-day inspection contingency period unless both parties agree to a different timeline.

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