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I’ve been renting for years, always telling myself, “Next year, I’ll buy.” But every time I looked at the market in Clarkston, Lake Orion, and Oakland Township, I felt immediately intimidated. Prices were high, competition was insane, and every news headline made buying in Oakland County sound impossible for someone like me—a single young professional trying to navigate everything alone.
A coworker finally said, “You need someone who actually cares about first-time buyers. Call Blake at REMAX.”
And that was hands-down the best advice I’ve gotten all year.
From the very first call, Blake made me feel seen, understood, and supported. Instead of talking at me or overwhelming me with information, he asked thoughtful questions:
• What does “home” mean to you?
• What’s your biggest fear about buying?
• What lifestyle are you actually trying to create?
• What neighborhoods fit your energy and long-term goals?
For the first time, I felt like someone in real estate wasn’t just trying to “get a sale”—he actually cared about helping me make the right decision.
He explained the differences between Clarkston, Lake Orion, and Oakland Township in a way that finally made sense: community vibes, school district impact on resale, tax variations, future development plans, inventory patterns, and how buyers behave differently in each area.
I learned more in one conversation with Blake than I had in months of trying to research on my own.
When we started looking at homes, he was thorough without being overwhelming. He pointed out potential issues, long-term value considerations, and subtle details I never would’ve noticed. He taught me how to evaluate a home like someone who’d been buying real estate for decades.
Then it happened—we found “the one” in Clarkston. Beautiful location, stunning backyard, updated interior, and in a quiet, desirable community. Of course, there were multiple offers already on the table.
My stomach dropped, but Blake didn’t even blink.
He created an offer strategy that was competitive but still comfortable. He structured smart terms, communicated with the listing agent, and positioned me as a serious buyer without forcing me to stretch beyond my limits.
When he called and said, “We got it,” I just sat there and cried. It didn’t feel real.
From inspection to appraisal to closing, Blake walked me through every step. No surprises. No stress. No confusion. He checked in constantly, answered every question (even the ones I felt dumb asking), and helped me stay grounded when my nerves kicked in.
I’m now officially a homeowner—a sentence I never thought I’d be able to say this year.
If you’re a first-time buyer looking anywhere in Clarkston, Lake Orion, Oakland Township, or anywhere in Oakland County, you will not find a better guide, advocate, or partner than Blake. He’s easily the best realtor I’ve ever worked with, and I’m endlessly grateful he was the one walking beside me through this.
