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First-Time Home Buyer Specialists in Palm Desert, CA

Directory of first-time home buyer specialists in Palm Desert, California. Verify credentials with the state state mortgage licensing authority before hiring.

20 agents listed
Updated June 2026
Palm Desert, 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 20 first-time home buyer specialists in Palm Desert, 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.
First West Financial Corporation
74967 Sheryl Ave, Palm Desert, CA 92260
(760) 488-6482 firstwestfinancial.com
KUD Properties
74124 CA-111, Palm Desert, CA 92260
(760) 273-5150 kudproperties.com
Sandi Phillips
74199 El Paseo #200, Palm Desert, CA 92260
(760) 567-5506 sandiphillips.com
Joanna Villicana Century21 Coachella Valley Real Estate
75-108 Gerald Ford Dr Ste 2, Palm Desert, CA 92211
(760) 625-7185 joannavillicana-coachellavalley.sites.c21.homes
Jon Caruana Real Estate
74199 El Paseo #200, Palm Desert, CA 92260
(760) 534-8185 jonacaruana.com
Kim Bloch Realtor
73301 Fred Waring Dr Suite 101, Palm Desert, CA 92260
(760) 818-5325 ricandkim.com
Sondra Bittner - Century 21 Coachella Valley Real Estate
75108 Gerald Ford Dr Ste 2, Palm Desert, CA 92211
(760) 899-0689 sondrabittner.com
Alex Martinez | Realtor
73301 Fred Waring Dr Suite 101, Palm Desert, CA 92260
(760) 459-5104 zillow.com
Krisie Cook Desert Realtor
73725 El Paseo Suite 23A, Palm Desert, CA 92260
(949) 633-1994 kcookhomes.com
Coachella Valley Home Buyers
77622 Country Club Dr, Palm Desert, CA 92211
(760) 849-8115 coachellavalleyhomebuyers.com
Debbie Behlman Realtor, Palm Desert, California DRE #01473940
44495 Town Center Way suite b, Palm Desert, CA 92260
(760) 574-4612 debbiebehlman.com
Phoenicia Friese, Windermere Real Estate Desert Properties
73725 El Paseo Suite 23A, Palm Desert, CA 92260
(760) 895-3953 myluxuryhousehuntersd.com
Jonathan Roberson, Vylla Home Realty
73495 CA-111 Building G, Suite 2, Palm Desert, CA 92260
(760) 899-3011 vyllahome.com
Residential Brokers
77564 Country Club Dr Suite 226, Palm Desert, CA 92211
(760) 501-2233 residentialbrokers.org
Done Deal Real Estate Investments
74399 CA-111 Ste D, Palm Desert, CA 92260
(442) 234-2984 donedealrei.com
Desert Home Listings | Ryan Bragg
74199 El Paseo #200, Palm Desert, CA 92260
(760) 641-4877 deserthomelistings.com
Daniel Trevino, REALTOR-Broker | NextHome Select
74-710 CA-111 Suite 102, Palm Desert, CA 92260
(760) 218-7936 danieltrevino.nexthomeselect.com
Lori Ebeling
72605 CA-111 ste b-1, Palm Desert, CA 92260
(760) 831-1501 loriebeling.com
Mike Jeppson, REAL ESTATE BROKER
73301 Fred Waring Dr Suite 101, Palm Desert, CA 92260
(760) 668-2904 extramileteamre.com
CV Desert Homebuyer
73301 CA-111 #200, Palm Desert, CA 92260
(760) 848-8088 cvdeserthomebuyer.com

A first-time home buyer specialist in Palm Desert, California helps you navigate the local market and California-specific programs. These specialists understand the California Housing Finance Agency (CalHFA) down payment assistance and the California first-time home buyer tax credit. They guide you through the entire process from pre-approval to closing.

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

Typical costs for a first-time home buyer specialist in California range from 2.5 to 3 percent of the purchase price, often paid by the seller. Additional fees include appraisal costs of 500 to 700 dollars and escrow fees of 1,000 to 2,000 dollars. Down payment assistance programs may reduce your upfront cash needs. 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 does a first-time home buyer specialist do in Palm Desert?
A specialist helps you find suitable homes, secure financing, and understand California buyer programs. They coordinate with lenders and real estate agents to simplify the purchase process.
What California programs help first-time buyers in Palm Desert?
CalHFA offers the MyHome assistance program with up to 3.5 percent of the purchase price for down payment help. The California Dream For All Shared Appreciation loan also provides funds for first-time buyers.

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