For SCV Buyers

What I Do for You

More clarity, less chaos — a system designed to help you buy with confidence.

Personalized Home Match

Dialed-in criteria + off-market intel to surface the right options fast.

Neighborhood Guidance

Block-by-block insights across Valencia, Saugus, Newhall, and more.

Offer Strategy

Data-driven pricing, terms, and timelines to win in competitive moments.

Contract-to-Close

Lenders, inspections, appraisal, escrow… coordinated end-to-end.

Early Access

Coming-soons and agent network previews before they hit the feeds.

New Construction

Builder relationships and lot strategy across SCV communities.

Explore Areas

Santa Clarita Neighborhoods

Jump straight to homes in the areas buyers ask about most.

The Santa Clarita Buyer Plan

A clear playbook from hello to home.

1

Discovery & Financing

We define must-haves, nice-to-haves, timing — then align with a trusted local lender to lock your budget.

2

Smart Search & Tours

Daily feed + on-demand showings, including coming-soons and private previews via agent network.

3

Offer Strategy

We study comps, speed, and seller motivations to craft compelling terms and the right price.

4

Inspections & Appraisal

Tight timelines, clear reports, and negotiation leverage if punch-list items pop up.

5

Close & Keys

Final docs, walkthrough, utilities — everything buttoned up so move-in day is smooth.

Buyer FAQs

Quick Answers, Clear Next Steps

If you don’t see your question here, reach out — I’m happy to help.

What My Clients Say

Real stories from Santa Clarita buyers I’ve guided home.

Ashley Hernandez

Made it as effortless as possible.

'Mary really exceeded our expectations as far as showing us homes and working with our wishes. She guided us through a normally stressful process and made it as effortless as possible. She's punctual and very accommodating.'

~ Ashley Hernandez

Heidi Esqueda

Dedicated, knowledgeable and committed to helping us find our dream home!

'We had such an amazing experience with Mary! She was fully dedicated, knowledgeable and committed to helping us find our dream home! As first time home buyers, she was able to guide us through every step of the process and really help my family make the process seamless and enjoyable! We highly recommend using Mary for any of your real estate needs!'

~ Heidi Esqueda

Castaic - Buyer

Dedicated, Caring, and Understanding.

'Mary Ruiz is a wonderful agent whose knowledge of not only the market but expertise in this field made it easy to make a purchase. She was understanding and considerate of our needs and an ever changing market. She was open and honest and communicated with us regularly. Making such a large and life-changing purchase can be stressful and overwhelming. Mary, was compassionate and empathic. This makes a difference in a stressful environment. We were not just her client- she really made us friends. '

~ Castaic - Buyer

Palmdale Buyer

Excellent and professional

'Mary really exceeded our expectations as far as showing us homes and working with our wishes. She guided us through a normally stressful process and made it as effortless as possible. She’s punctual and very accommodating.'

~ Palmdale Buyer

Mary Ruiz

Ready to Find Your Home?

Local guidance, smarter searches, stronger offers

Let’s align on budget, neighborhoods, and timing — then I’ll open the right doors and help you move with confidence.