BUYERS

Want to actually enjoy the home buying process?

Buying a house is a big deal. Most likely the largest purchase you’ll make in your life, your largest asset, and more importantly - your home. You deserve to have a professional agent putting your goals and best interests first. Someone you can trust. I fight for my clients every step of the way from sourcing off-market properties to contractor recommendations years after you’ve closed. 

Buying a home can seem overwhelming but it doesn’t have to be.


There are numerous moving parts to any real estate transaction, from contingencies and deadlines to lawyers and repair negotiations. Taking your unique situation and goals into consideration, I provide a customized and hands-on experience. You’ll be taken care of every step of the way. I handle the details, the hard stuff, and the logistics so you can enjoy the fun parts of buying a home.

You can rest easy knowing I’ve got you covered every step of the way.

I’ve got
your back.

First time home buyer? I’ve got your back! I’m here to walk you through the process, step by step. No question is too silly to ask, believe me I’ve heard it all! As your Realtor, I represent you and your best interests. Always. I work on your timeline: whether you need to move quickly before your lease ends or you’re just starting out searching and hate to feel rushed.

Not your first rodeo? I’ve got you, too. Not sure how to make all the logistics work of buying and selling simultaneously? I can seamlessly project manage every aspect from finding your dream home to listing preparations and sourcing the absolute BEST movers in Atlanta. You’re busy and have so much on your plate already, let me manage the process so you can focus on what matters to you.

When you purchase a home, it’s much more than just a piece of property or an asset. It’s where your most intimate moments will happen, memories will be made. Because I know how emotional this process can be, I keep things grounded by supporting you every step of the way, the way I would want to be supported throughout the process. Being accessible and communicative are essential to me providing you with a stress-free and enjoyable home buying journey. 

The kind of communication you deserve.

Buyer FAQs

  • The entire process really depends on the current market. You may find your home immediately or it could take a while but once you find your home, it will generally take between 14-30 days to close.

  • In nearly all instances, the seller is paying all agent compensation in the transaction. In the event a seller is not offering to pay my entire compensation, you would be responsible for the difference. If we ever come across a property where the seller is not covering the entirety of my compensation I will let you know beforehand. You will never be surprised by how I’m getting paid or by whom, promise! 

  • You can, but a seller most likely will not go under contract with a party that hasn’t been pre-approved for a loan.

  • The closing attorney represents the lender. They are not affiliated directly with the buyer or the seller or any broker involved. It is their job to make sure that the transfer of ownership is legal and that the bank is making a sound decision lending you the money to pay for it. 

  • Groundwork Group is my team of top intown agents who work collaboratively to support each other. Our team is structured so that clients are working with one dedicated agent, so you always know who to contact when you have questions. Compass is the nationwide brokerage that holds our team’s real estate licenses. 

  • "She helped with everything from narrowing down what I wanted in a home, educating me on different neighborhoods, to helping me keep my emotions in check. I never would have landed my dream home without her patience or unwavering support. " —AL

  • "Marisa was everything we could have asked for in a realtor as first time homeowners. She was super responsive, professional, and kind. Marisa explained every part of the process to us and never made us feel stupid for needing help understanding the process. We would enthusiastically recommend her to any friend or family member looking to buy a home in Atlanta!" —DF

  • "Marisa helped us find the home we had been looking for. She helped navigate the process and even helped find trades people to do some work. No nonsense attitude. Very genuine." —KM