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Jon Schwartz
California's 1% Homebuyer Agent

An agent you'll actually like.
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Save thousands and write stronger offers

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An agent for today's homebuyer

Already browsing Zillow or Redfin? Then stop overpaying for an agent.


My model is simple: once you find the right home, I make sure you buy it right.


And my commission is just 1%.


I handle everything you actually want an agent to do: prepare a winning offer, negotiate shrewdly on your behalf, explain reports and contracts in plain English, protect your deposit, and ensure a successful closing.


Interested in savings thousands on your home purchase? Schedule a call to see if we're a good fit!

Jon Schwartz

California's 1% Homebuyer Agent

What people are saying

Tim & Jasmine Moon

Los Angeles

 Saved $45,850 

We loved working with Jon on buying our new home. When we were initially casually looking at potential homes to make an offer on, he was patient and responsive, and when we did decide to go forward with an offer he jumped in and helped us strategize on a bid that ended up getting accepted. Once in escrow,  he was very knowledgeable and responsive throughout, helping us through inspections and getting us to close on time  and without hiccups. We can't recommend working with Jon enough!

Bronson & Vikki Reyes

Ladera Heights

 Saved $31,350 

Jon did a great job, and helped my family win a deal on a home in a competitive market.  Jon's ability to negotiate with the listing agent was top notch, and he was able to field and resolve multiple questions during escrow.  Jon's fee is also competitive and best in market for value received.

Brian W.

Alhambra

 Saved $40,350 

Working with Jon was great. He offers a revolutionary program for home buyers where he takes over after you locate a home that you're interested in.  At no point did I feel like his service was anything less than he would have given for a full-cost scenario.  He was really great to work with, very knowledgeable, and extremely fast to respond to any questions or issues. I felt very comfortable throughout the whole process. Really, I can't recommend Jon enough!

Elizabeth Wu

Stockton

 Saved $4,975 

Jon did an outstanding job assisting us with purchasing an investment property.  He is highly involved in all aspects of the closing,  providing negotiation, recommendations and insights on inspections/repairs, managing timelines, and coordinating with different parties involved, which makes me feel we are in good hands. Highly recommend.

Pat & Cristina Gutierrez

San Diego

 Saved $15,100 

Jon knows what he's doing. Not only is he a good negotiator – he was able to negotiate the price of our home down quite significantly,  we paid $40,000 under asking price  – but he's also really friendly and easy to work with. And he does his research, too, so it's a no-brainer! I recommend anyone speak to Jon and see if this is right for them.

Read all my ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ reviews on Zillow!

Why work with me?

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Save money

Save 60% on agent fees – an average of $12,800.

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Win deals

Write offers that stand out and win bidding wars.

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No commitment

No exclusive representation agreement, ever.

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Rest easy

I focus on what matters so you're protected.

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How it works

House-hunt at your pace

This is the fun part! I'll give you the know-how to hit open houses and showings like a pro. Schedule personal showings anytime for a $50 fee.

We'll craft a winning offer together

When you find a home you love, just call me! I'll connect with the listing agent as we prepare a knock-out offer. I'll submit the offer, negotiate on your behalf, and handle any counter-offers.

I'm with you through the end

Once your offer is accepted, I'm your guide and fiduciary through the entire homebuying process. I'm here to make sure you understand everything that's happening, every step of the way.

With help from a local

I work with homebuyers everywhere in California. When needed, I enlist a vetted, local agent to be my boots on the ground.

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Curious about working together? The first step is a Zoom call to see if we're a good fit.

Not ready to chat?

Join my interest list for occasional updates and California housing news.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why does my agent's commission matter? Isn't the seller paying it?
Real estate agents have a bad reputation because they spout bullsh*t like saying that sellers pay the commissions. Perhaps you've already heard the pitch: "My fee is a standard 2.5% commission, but don't worry, we'll work it into the deal so that the seller pays it." This is a load of bull.

In reality, your agent is taking their commission out of the money you offer the seller. For example, a 2.5% commission on a million-dollar offer is $25,000. You're actually offering the seller $975,000 while your agent takes $25,000.

That's why working with a 1% commission agent makes your offers stronger. With a 1% agent, your million-dollar offer nets the seller $990,000 – meaning you'll beat other offers at the same price!
What's with the $50 showings?
Real estate agents spend most of their time in the car, driving from one showing to another. And their clients end up paying for it – not while it's happening, but when their agents take those big 2.5% commissions.

I'm flipping the script to save my clients a lot of money.

When one of my clients wants a showing, I arrange for a local agent to do it. The $50 fee goes to that agent for their time; I don't keep a penny. Most of clients only need one or two scheduled showings during their house-hunting process. And in the end, because I'm not driving half the day, my fee is only a 1% commission.

And remember: open houses are always free to visit! Almost every new listing come to market with a weekend or two of open houses.
Do I have to sign a representation agreement?
Most agents want you to sign an exclusive representation agreement, which means you'll owe that agent a commission no matter what – even if you buy a house through another agent, even if you buy a house with no agent involved.

I don't do that.

My clients sign a non-exclusive representation agreement. A non-exclusive agreement means you can still buy a home with another agent or without any agent. You only owe me a commission if you buy a home with me.

So if another agent brings you a great off-market deal, or if your uncle wants to sell you his house directly – great! Go for it! I only earn a commission when I actually put work into a property on your behalf.
How accessible is Jon during the process?
I'm as accessible as any agent – in fact, I'm probably more accessible because I spend most of my workday in my office, not driving around town.

You'll have my cell number and personal email, so call, text, or email whenever you have a question.

Once in escrow, we'll be in touch daily. My job is to make sure you understand every step of the process, fully vet the home you're purchasing, and take advantage of every negotiating opportunity before we successfully close escrow. Once we do, you'll be happy to stop hearing from me so much!
How do I know if working with Jon is right for me?
Some homebuyers need help finding homes. For example, if you're moving to California from out-of-state, I would recommend finding a local agent who knows your new market and can assist you with virtual tours.

Many homebuyers, however, already know a lot about the home they want to buy. They've narrowed the search down to a few neighborhoods, and they know what their must-have's are. If this describes you, all you need to do is setup a search on Redin or Zillow (or Realtor.com or Homes.com, etc.) and start visting open houses. I'll handle the rest at a much lower cost.

If you're still unsure, schedule a call and let's chat!
Is Jon a good real estate agent?
I'm the best!

Okay, I'm not the best, but I'm quite good.

Real estate is my second career. My first was in film production, and completing escrow is lot like making a movie. There are numerous parties with different (but overlapping) goals, and it takes a deft hand to get what you (or your buyer) wants while still keeping the whole process moving forward.

While working in the movie biz, my wife and I became serial homebuyers. We'd buy a house, fix it up, live it in for four or five years, then find a new house and do it again.

I finally became an agent because I was so sick of working with agents!

Working as a traditional agent, I closed over $36M worth of transactions in Socal.

I adopted my 1% model in August 2024. By the end of the year, I'd closed transactions from San Diego to Stockton, saving my clients over $180,500 in agent fees.

Or read my Zillow reviews to see what past clients have to say!
What if I'm not ready to buy a home just yet?
Join my interest list! I'll keep you posted on California market trends and send you the occasional update.

And check out my YouTube channel for California housing news and market updates.

Whenever you think it's time to get serious about house-hunting, come back and schedule a Zoom call.

And there's no commitment.

I never ask my clients to sign an exclusive representation agreement.

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