Buying in San Francisco, with someone who has your back.
Buyer's agent for women in tech, first-time buyers, and families trading up into Cole Valley, NoPa, the Haight, and beyond.
From your first search to the moment I hand you your keys, I'll guide every step with strategy, honesty, education, and genuine excitement for what's ahead.
Buying here is a big deal.
I show up that way.
SF is one of the most competitive and complicated real estate markets in the country. But with the right preparation, the right strategy, and someone who genuinely knows this city and what to look out for, it's absolutely doable.
I love the moment I hand someone their keys. The excitement is always the same, wide-eyed, can't-quite-believe-it, and I never get tired of it. That moment is why I do this work.
Who I work with best
Women in tech buying their first home.
I work with engineers, PMs, designers, and operators who've earned the buying power but want a guide who actually understands their world — RSU vesting cliffs, IPO timing, founder vs. operator income, what counts as documentable for a lender. We talk like adults, not like client and salesperson.
Growing families trading up.
First-home families who've outgrown the starter condo and are ready for the Victorian or Edwardian with a yard. I know the inventory in Cole Valley, Ashbury Heights, the Haight-Ashbury, NoPa (North of the Panhandle), and Inner Sunset cold — and I know how to win when there are twelve offers on a listing.
Parents helping the next generation buy.
Whether it's a first SF condo for an adult child, a law-school landing pad in LA, or a multi-generational arrangement, I help families navigate the financial and emotional sides of intergenerational buying.
How I'll help you home
Connect and clarify
We'll establish your goals, budget, and timeline. This first conversation sets everything up for success.
Get pre-approved
I'll connect you with trusted local lenders so you're ready to move fast when the right home appears.
Search and tour
I'll set up your MLS search and work my network to find homes before they even hit the market.
Offer and close
From writing a competitive offer to navigating contingencies and closing day, I've got you every step.
Ready to take the first step?
I know your target neighborhood — likely better than the listing agent.
Because I list homes in Cole Valley, NoPa, and Haight-Ashbury, I know what the listing agent knows: what sells fast and what sits, what's actually wrong with the inventory you can't see online, and how to write an offer that gets accepted without overpaying. Buyer's agents who only buy-side don't have this view. You get it because I work both sides of the table — every week.
What my buyers say
“Cynthia went above and beyond to guide us through purchasing a home for our son in just one month. She was proactive, organized, and her genuine care made all the difference.”
“As a first-time homebuyer, I appreciated her patience, professionalism, and deep knowledge of the local market. She guided me through every step from viewings to closing.”