Find Trusted First-Time Home Buyer Agents in Hackensack, NJ

• - 5/5

Ketan is very professional and good to work with. His superior real estate knowledge is commendable and helps with whole experience. I would highly recommend him as a agent for your next buy or sell!

• - 5/5

I had a great experience selling my house with Ketan as my primary realtor. He showed his subject matter expertise by providing tips on house preparation, pricing , lawyer etc . He was transparent in all the offers on the house . He recommended what offer to choose from based on all the information he collected from the buyer . He kept his attention on the house till the closing and also followed up with the buyer for the escrow long after the closing was done . Overall Ketan is an amazing realtor . I would recommend him to any of my friends and family for in real estate related services

• - 5/5

Ketan is an amazing realtor. I would recommend him to any of my friends and family.

• - 5/5

Hi Everyone I had the fortune of working with Ketan Kenia to sell my home, and I have nothing but positive things to say about the experience! From start to finish, Ketan was incredibly professional, knowledgeable, and supportive, making the process stress-free and seamless. He took the time to really understand my needs and goals for the sale, and provided invaluable guidance and advice every step of the way. He was incredibly knowledgeable about the local market, and was able to price my home in a way that maximized its value while still attracting potential buyers. Throughout the process, Ketan was incredibly responsive, communicative, and patient keeping me updated on any developments and providing regular feedback from prospective buyers. Ketan was a true advocate for me and my home, and worked tirelessly to ensure that it received the attention it deserved and went above and beyond to ensure that my home was presented in the best possible light. Overall, I could not be happier with my experience working with Ketan. He is a true professional in every sense of the word, and I would highly recommend him to anyone in the market for a real estate agent.

• - 5/5

I was very impressed with Ketan’s knowledge of all the in’s and out’s of selling my condominium in Edison, NJ. He is very thoughtful and a gentlemen as well, which is hard to find today. You will not go wrong with Ketan as your realtor. Terry

• - 5/5

We had a great experience working with Ketan. He was professional, responsive, and guided us through the home-buying process with expertise and care. Thanks to his knowledge and dedication, we found a home we love. Highly recommend!

• - 5/5

We had a very good experience of buying the house with Ketan Kenia as our agent. He patiently showed us many houses, gave genuine feedbacks on them and helped us navigate through the process as first time buyers. He is very professional, sincere in his work and at the same time flexible, friendly and great human being. Would definitely refer him to other potential buyers & sellers.

• - 5/5

Ketan has been an absolutely amazing helping us with our search for a home. He has been more than a family member guiding us as if he were buying his own home. He has a very good network and also connected us with all good stakeholders like attorneys and lenders. He guided us on the hidden fees and how to avoid them. He showed us how to deal with attorneys and lenders All in all he is a complete package and a one stop shop for helping you buy your next home. I definitely recommend Ketan for his unmatchable service

• - 5/5

Thank you for your support for our first home buying.

• - 5/5

Very friendly and hardworking , she helped to get right resources for home inspection and guided us throughout the process, I would highly recommend Lavanya Boopalan.

• - 5/5

I have bought 2 properties thru lavanya and she was just great and very responsive, I will look forward to buy more thru her. I will highly recommend her to my friends.

• - 5/5

It was such nice experience working with Lavanya. She is thorough in knowledge and have lot of patience in explaining the whole process. Especially she knows the entire Piscataway area and can bring buyers quickly. Raju

• - 5/5

Lavanya is very knowledgeable wrt to buying / selling a home. She is very quick in responding and always explains the pros/cons of any offers on the table. No wonder that she is in top 1% of the realtors club.

• - 5/5

Lavanya helped us through out the process. She detailed each step elobarately and being a first time home buyer, it helped us a lot. We were lucky to get the best realtor at the right time.

• - 5/5

Amazing agent... Diligent, detail oriented, Lavanya listens to her clients and gets the best possible results!

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Lavanya has to be one of the best realtors I have worked with. She takes her work seriously, available anytime you need her and also cares for her clients. She goes above and beyond to work for you. Would recommend Lavanya to anyone who is looking for a good realtor.

• - 5/5

Lavayna has been so excellent theoughout the process of buying and selling. Her tips were extremely helpful and she always went the extra mile to make sure we were comfortable every step of the way. Will definitely be recommending Lavanya to family and friends!

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Lavanya is an A+ real estate agent and is always a pleasure to work with. She is very knowledgeable, friendly, attentive, responsible, and puts her clients needs above her own. She looks out for her customers' best interest and is always available to answer questions and provide guidance. She cares for her clients' preferences and values their opinions. She is very patient, trustworthy and encouraging. She makes sure her clients understand the process in it's entirety and energetically works with them till they find their dream home. I have recommended her to many friends and relatives with great success and will continue to recommend her expert services to anyone I know.

• - 5/5

We were very apprehensive getting into the whole process. We reached out to Lavanya who came across highly recommended, and we werent disappointed. She was very helpful through the whole process, paying a lot of attention to detail, and more importantly patiently answering all the questions we had through out the whole process. Given that these are such rare occasions you would want to go with the best person out there, and i would highly recommend Lavanya for the same.

• - 5/5

I never realized selling a home was not so easy. Lavanya helped me step by step working closely and ensuring we get the job done. She was a great negotiator and great team player. She exactly knew what /who need to be involved and when. I really appreciate Lavanya’s support. Wishing her all the best in future sales. Good luck.

• - 5/5

Lavanya has been a very special, one-of-a-king realtor, whom I would now call a friend. It started with a simple interest in a house, but the process would soon become very tedious - as we needed to sell a townhouse and a single family house before buying our forever home. Lavanya has been such a pleasure, so patient and providing valuable insights and ideas along the way. She went out of her way to ensure our journey was smooth and successful. She was able to meet our needs and accomplished selling both homes in a very fast time frame while also working with us on finding our forever home. My family is forever grateful for her excellent service, as she personally holds herself accountable in meeting the highest standards. She was always on time, always available, and persistent in providing/getting answers to all of our questions. I would highly recommend her to anyone seeking an excellent, personable realtor with a highly regarded firm/branch (Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices F&R South Brunswick).

• - 5/5

Many agents work “For you” simply letting the client make decisions which may ultimately undermine the clients own objective. Lavanya works “With you”. This is important. “With you” means being transparent, providing guidance, and ensuring the client’s objective is met. She took into account the timing of our sale, practical suggestions for nice-to-have vs must-have. She discovered and anticipated potential slowness in our approach and worked with us to help rectify in advance so as not to be an issue later. Perhaps most importantly she has a REAL pulse for the micro changes in the housing market: a key factor in the current environment. Lastly, she is always reachable - I never felt like I was not her top priority.

• - 5/5

Lavanya fully understands the buyer/seller requirements and explains the details of current market conditions, pricing, legal requirements to make right decision on right time. She assists in all the stages of home buying/selling process. She has strong work ethics and passion to work. You can trust Lavanya!

• - 5/5

If you are planning for any relator services, then Lavanya is the go-to person. Her honesty, transparency, and caring nature with her customer differentiates her from others. She is always committed to giving you a seamless and terrific experience, In our case, buying a house. She understood all our needs (attention to detail) in our case, buying a house, and she shortlisted (well prepared) all the places which matched our needs. I recommend Lavanya to everyone for realtor services.

• - 5/5

First time homeowner! Lavanya was our realtor and she was super helpful and responsive to all our questions. We had an amazing experience working with her. We saw around 10 houses with her and she was very knowledgeable and honest about what to look out when buying a home. Even market was so challenging but she guided us on each and every step throughout the process like for which house to place an offer and all. She was so professional, proactive, punctual and very patient despite all the questions and situations that came her way and always ready to go that extra mile. As first time house hunting and closing is never an easy task but she made sure to assist us in every way possible and we are so thankful to her for that. She helped us on choosing the right inspection company, attorney, mortgage and title company. She made it a very smooth and easy process. Moreover she is now a very good friend of ours. I would definitely recommend her to my family and friends. Lavanya, kudos to you. Thanks for your guidance.

• - 5/5

Lavanya is a fantastic realtor! She made the whole process stress-free for us.We have found her always locally updated about market trends. Very trustworthy and reliable. I must say that she brought magic and big bucks to the sale.Her ultimate goal is to exceed expectations and build a long lasting relationship with you.Highly recommend!!!

• - 5/5

“Exceptional Realtor with a Personal Touch” I had the pleasure of working with our realtor Lavanya Boopalam on the purchase of our property, and I cannot express enough how grateful we are for her outstanding service. Beyond her expertise in real estate, she went above and beyond by providing valuable contacts for renovations and offering insightful suggestions on how to enhance our new home. What sets her apart is her genuine commitment to our needs. She patiently guided us through the pros and cons of various properties, allowing us to make informed decisions without any pressure. Her dedication to ensuring we found the perfect home for our family was truly remarkable. Moreover, our realtor became more than just a professional contact; she became a close and trusted advisor. Her warmth and willingness to invest time in addressing our questions made the entire process seamless. We appreciate her not only for her exceptional skills in real estate but also for the personal touch that made this experience memorable. In conclusion, our realtor has proven to be an invaluable asset, offering a level of service that goes beyond expectations. We wholeheartedly recommend her to anyone seeking a real estate professional who combines expertise with genuine care for their clients.

• - 5/5

Lavanya is the best in her business. We cannot think of anyone as our realtor. She's an expert in her job. She knows exactly when and where to negotiate. She's got us the best price in this crazy market!! She's friend, family and our realtor. She'll give you the best advice. She shares her thoughts but doesn't enforce it on you. She let's you take your decisions. Thank you so much for your service Lavanya.

• - 5/5

First time home buying was never easy for us. We were searching home for more than a year and we got to know Lavanya just two months ago, now we closed our deisred home and she already became our close family friend. I really amazed with her committment, knowledge and friendly behaviour. She is beyond and exceeds our expectation as we are first home buyers. She is very proactive, patient, trustworthy, and quick in response for our queries. She explained every individual steps in very detailed and informative way. She literally stood behind us and helped us in all possible ways from home search till home closing (especially on legal phase). She drove all the way from North Jersey to South Jersey to show the homes, for inspection and for walktrhough. I would highly recommend Lavanya sor all your realtor needs. I wish Lavanya a great success in all her future projects.

• - 5/5

My husband and I recently closed our first house with Lavanya. I wanted to share our experience with her. We were introduced to Lavanya through my realtor friend all the way in Seattle. She told us that we would have a great experience working with Lavanya and so we did. As first time homebuyers, we were overwhelmed with the house hunt and she took us through the process with so much ease. She was very professional and shared her expert knowledge at every step. She always gave us the pros and cons and that significantly helped us make the right decision. I should mention that she(patiently) spent hours on the call with us, to make sure she answered all our questions. She made sure to attend all our walkthroughs and the final closing. My husband and I cant thank her enough for her guidance through the entire process. She is the best!

• - 5/5

Lavanya helped us to find our first home. Being first time owners we didn't know anything about the process, but Lavanya has been a guiding force for us though out this journey and explained to us what to expect at each step of buying process. Since we were looking for homes far from the place where we lived, Lavanya accommodated our schedule and last minute requests as well. Lavanya is very professional with a distinction personal touch, she understood our needs and made sure those are addressed, at the same time she was not pushing us into any deal which we were not comfortable with. We look forward to work with her again in the future. We recommend Lavanya for any of your buying / selling needs.

• - 5/5

We would highly recommend Lavanya for her support and guidance throughout the entire process from the beginning when we had very little to no idea on how the whole home buying works till our home closing date and even beyond the closing with her guidance on renovations she was very helpful and prompt in her response throughout the process. We will definitely recommend her for her professional guidance and support to make us feel comfortable, relaxed and have a positive experience.

• - 5/5

Lavanya helped to get our first home. Being a first-time homeowner, she addressed a lot of our questions with a smile on her face. Very friendly, patient, knowledgeable, reachable, and helpful throughout the process. Her well-rounded knowledge of real estate and after-purchase activities is highly commendable. So thankful to her and strongly recommend her as a realtor to anyone.

• - 5/5

Lavanya Boopalam is an awesome agent who helped us buy a house recently.Glad we found her in our long search for a new home With her resourcefulness and dedication she assisted us in submitting the right offer and getting accepted at the placed offer. Her wide range of knowledge in the market helped advise us and understand what we were looking for. She assisted us every phase of home buying right from placing the offer to closing. Her dedication towards the client is exemplary. Lavanya also had a very charismatic personality which created a welcoming atmosphere. She also helped us rent out a house working very hard to meet a desired deadline while also finding the ideal tenant. Considering her versatility as a realtor, I would highly recommend Lavanya as an agent.

• - 5/5

Lavanya is an excellent Realtor. She goes above and beyond to make sure you are receiving the best service and advice. Her knowledge of the process is a great asset. She was in constant contact with the sellers 'realtor, and kept us informed every step of the way. We highly recommend her for both buying and selling!

• - 5/5

We had a situation to identify our first home within a span of three months with some conditions. As soon as Lavanya knew our scenario, We were simply blown away by her commitment for us. Be it on Weekdays or weekends, Lavanya had involved as if she is selecting a home for herself, had put our hat to evaluate the home and guided us to choose the right home with her neighborhood knowledge and experience. Also she shared her experiences on home maintenance expenses which helped us to understand different aspects of home ownership. Also the guidance which she provided related to legal process helped us to pass that phase with ease. At the end, we got a home and we also got a new friend, a well wisher and a family member in Lavanya. Thank you. I would highly recommend Lavanya for any realtor needs.

• - 5/5

We worked with Lavanya for the past 6 months. We are glad that we came across her as a realtor. She is very friendly, proactive, patient, and helpful throughout the home buying process. Her in-depth knowledge in the real estate domain is highly commendable. There were some unexpected situations we had to face in our home buying process. Lavanya was always there to reach out in these matters. Her pro tips helped us to make a few decisions. We strongly recommend her as a realtor for our friends and colleagues. We hopefully look forward for more real estate services with her. Thank you very much for your service and support.

• - 5/5

I got introduced to Lavanya through an association. As our Realtor, she helped us find the right house in the right neighborhood for the right price. She spent hours answering our questions as a first time home buyer and explaining to us repeatedly with lots of patience. Lavanya responded immediately with a flexible schedule starting from showing houses, negotiation, mortgage, inspection and closing process. The best part about working with Lavanya was that she was always more focused on answering our questions, giving us good advice, and finding homes that met our needs than she was on closing a deal. Lavanya also led us through multiple rounds of negotiation to get to a price we were comfortable with and helped us in the mortgage and title closing process. Lavanya made the buying process incredibly easy and took extra steps(speaking with seller realtors, mortgage companies and attorneys) many other Realtors don't (but should). In short, she was always on our side working to make our house purchase as simple and successful as possible and walked us through every step of the closing process. We accepted an offer at South Brunswick and in the end we found the property that was perfect for us. It couldn't have been a more pleasant experience. We would highly recommend Realtor Lavanya to anyone

• - 5/5

We really enjoyed working with Lavanya, as first time buyers. Lavanya is very knowledgeable and well connected, and was able to guide us through the entire process. We recommend Lavanya to anyone looking for a great realtor!

• - 5/5

It was such a nice experience working with Lavanya. I was new to home buying, and have heard horror stories from friends and family about terrible agents. She never made me feel uncomfortable and helped me every step of the way! I recommend Lavanya to anyone looking to do any Real Estate transaction. She was extremely helpful, open, transparent, and reliable through the whole process, She really cared about us, understood our needs from the very first open house even giving us ideas on how better utilize the space. She is an excellent negotiator with a very personalized touch. Highly recommended!!!

• - 5/5

I had an outstanding experience working with my realtor agent LAVANYA BOOPALAM throughout the property-buying process. Her professionalism, attention to detail, and commitment to finding the perfect property exceeded my expectations. Her extensive knowledge of the market and excellent communication skills made the entire transaction smooth and stress-free. Despite of facing lot of challenges, our realtor Lavanya went above and beyond, not just as a professional but also as a friend, guiding us seamlessly through the entire property-buying journey. Her thorough explanations of the process, coupled with genuine care, made the experience enjoyable. We not only gained a beautiful home but also a new friend and her valuable friendship. Grateful for her expertise and personal touch – highly recommended! I highly recommend this realtor for anyone looking to buy or sell a property.

• - 5/5

We chose Lavanya to sell our townhome in South Brunswick. Lavanya is well known in our community. She had sold at least 5 or 6 properties in our development in the past 2 years, all above the listed price. Her magic carried over to our home as well. She was able to gather multiple above-list offers after a single open house. Her patience and continuous guidance during different stages of sale made our life so much easier. She eliminated the stresses and headaches during this whole process. We were glad to have her on our side. I am sure you will as well, whether to find the next home or selling your current one.

• - 5/5

Lavanya’s expertise in Real estate was evident from my first interaction. Her insights guided me through the complexities of real estate transactions, ensuring informed decision-making. She took the time to understand my needs and preferences making me feel valued. Her personalized approach made the process smoother. Lavanya streamlined the process efficiently, handling everything effectively. Her negotiation skills secured me a great deal. Going above and beyond, Lavanya showed genuine care throughout my real estate journey. Her professionalism and reliability gave me confidence in my choice. Lavanya patiently answered my many questions, making the experience enjoyable. Thank you Lavanya. Kumari.M

• - 5/5

We were incredibly fortunate to have Lavanya Boopalam as our realtor during our house hunting journey, especially as first-time home buyers. Her patience knew no bounds as she tirelessly showed us numerous properties until we found the perfect fit. Not only did she possess an exceptional understanding of the market, but she also had a keen eye for what we truly needed and wanted within our budget. Lavanya never pressured us into a decision. She prioritized our needs and helped us find a house that perfectly aligned with our vision.Lavanya's service went beyond the closing. She provided invaluable support throughout the moving process, making it a much smoother transition. We wholeheartedly recommend Lavanya to anyone seeking a professional, knowledgeable, and dedicated realtor who goes the extra mile for their clients, especially first-time home buyers like us. She made the entire process comfortable and understandable from our very first meeting.

• - 5/5

I am pleased to post this review for my realtor Lavanya Boopalam. Either read this full review or go to summary on the last paragraph. ?? Lavanya was instrumental in our first home purchase in Princeton in 2025. She got introduced to me first as a neighbor in 2022. Though I was not working with her then, I reached out to her for some advice related to a property in 2024 and she shared some deep insights on what to expect given the situations we were in with a specific property. It turned out just the way she had explained. Our first offer to a home and the experience with another dual agent realtor was pretty bad. After working with other agents for few years, I decided to work with Lavanya for our next offer. The whole experience since then till we closed on that property and even beyond (Moving in, finding handyman support etc) was filled with lot of care and affection from Lavanya. It was not just another business transaction for both of us. Without her, I don’t think we would have got our home dream come true. What our family liked about working with Lavanya is her friendliness, transparency, openness to ideas and trying out new people, knowledge of the market and the drives of each player and how to manage them, negotiation skills, deep roots in Indian value system and extreme focus on getting things done in favor of her clients. On a number of occasions, her experience and expertise saved a first time buyer like us from several careless mistakes made by my other team members which lead to unnecessary troubles and delays in the whole buying process. To quote one such example - we were on the verge of getting our loan application declined just 2 days before closing date and Lavanya made sure things are put on track on time. I can’t forget those last 3-4 days of ordeal just before the closing and how Lavanya saved the whole exercise from falling apart. As someone who has benefited from working with Lavanya, I have few secrets to share if you decide to work with her for your real estate needs. 1. Be FAIR, open and honest with your needs and communicate them clearly upfront when you discuss with her. After that she would do the searches as if she was working for her own home based on those requirements. 2. Request her to provide you with options on other team members who could help you win the deal. In hindsight, we realized that her choices were much better and professional. 3. Treat her like a good friend and give her some room to play with. The curious child in her would innovatively combine something and surprise you with interesting options, if you provide that space. When you are in doubt on any process with home buying, her expertise is the best thing to lean on. 4. Give her enough time for her homework and she will respond promptly and fully. She pays undivided attention when she spends time with her clients and will do her full homework before getting back to your queries. On a number of occasions, I knew, she skipped her lunches and dinner while supporting us. 5. She remembers all the finer details of your conversations while she is processing your needs. You could ask her for any information you might have overlooked, and she could immediately recall those points from your conversations and guide you! In our lives, we rarely find good and knowledgeable people to work with and find happiness while dealing with them. Lavanya Boopalam is one of those rare finds for us. Beyond our home needs, we ended up finding a good friend for life. Her knowledge of Tamil and Telegu languages could make your conversation feel homely, just in case you happen to speak those languages. If you are in the process of finding or selling a home, give her a try for those real estate needs and you won’t regret our recommendation. I would recommend her to anyone without any questions. I wish you good luck in your search + working with her!

• - 5/5

Smooth & Hassle-Free Experience! As a first-time home buyer, I was nervous, but Riya made everything so easy. She explained each step clearly, answered all my questions, and negotiated the best deal for me. I couldn’t have asked for a better realtor!

• - 5/5

Highly Knowledgeable & Professional! Riya’s expertise in the Matawan real estate market is impressive. She guided me through every step, from listing to closing, ensuring I was well-informed. Her professionalism and positive attitude made her a pleasure to work with. Five stars!

• - 5/5

A Realtor Who Truly Cares! Riya went above and beyond to help me sell my home quickly and at a great price. Her marketing strategies were effective, and she handled negotiations brilliantly. Her dedication and friendly approach made the entire process enjoyable. I would definitely work with her again!

• - 5/5

Patient, Responsive, and Trustworthy! Working with Riya was a fantastic experience. She listened to my needs, provided great options, and never pressured me into making a decision. Her responsiveness and honesty set her apart from other realtors. If you're looking for a reliable real estate agent in Matawan, Riya is the best choice!

• - 5/5

Exceptional Service & Local Expertise! Riya Saini is a highly professional and knowledgeable realtor in the Matawan, NJ area. She made the home-buying process smooth and stress-free with her excellent communication and attention to detail. Her deep understanding of the local market helped me find the perfect home within my budget. Highly recommend her services!