WhyWorkwith aSeller?sAgent?
As you embark on the journey of selling your home, we recognize the significance of this milestone for you and your family It is crucial to have a reliable team by your side, providing you with the confidence and comfort needed when making such an important decision.
Throughout the process, we are committed to providing you with guidance and support, ensuring that you have all the information needed to make well-informed decisions. Our collective goal is to make your home selling experience rewarding and fulfilling, safeguarding your interests every step of the way.
Together, we will help you achieve your goals, whether that's selling your first home,upgrading to a larger property,or downsizing
We have the expertise to get you where you want to be.
I N I T I A L CON SULTAT I ON S
Preview Your Home
Present Analysis
Pricing
PREPA RE YOUR H OM E
Maintenance Worker
Custom Stager
Professional Cleaner
M A RK ET I N G YOUR H OM E
Professional Photos and Floor Plans
Advertising and Social Media
Appointments and Open Houses
M A N AGI N G OFFERS
Review
Negotiate
Accept
M A N AGI N G T H E SA L E
Purchase and Sale
Financing/Appraisal
Mortgage Approval
M A N AGI N G T H E CLOSI N G
Documents and Certificates
Final Utility Readings
Coordinate Closing
MarketingYourHome
Our team offers the tools and resources to market your home to the strongest audience of potential buyers through an array of custom marketing channels
Professional Photography
Custom Designed Brochures
Open Houses
Neighborhood Outreach
Multiple Listing Service
Targeted Postcard Mailings
Social Media Advertising
Digital Advertising
ConnectionsMatter
We pride ourselves on being more than just your real estate team We are your comprehensive resource for navigating life in your new home and community. With decades of experience and deep-rooted connections,our team is uniquely positioned to offer ongoing guidance and support ? even after the deal is done
We understand that moving into a new home often comes with a need for reliable service providers And that?s exactly why we?ve curated a list of our most trusted connections,featuring a range of professionals ready to assist you Think of us as your one-stop shop for all things related to your new home
Let us connect you to the best our community has to offer and make your new house truly feel like home We?re always here to help
Contractors and Handymen
Restaurants
Hair Stylists
Pet Care
Accountants and Attorneys
Health and Wellness
Local Government Contacts
Local Schools and Educational Consultants
Painters,Electricians and Plumbers
Interior Designers
Landscapers
Movers
Neighborhood Associations
Real Estate Agents Worldwide
2024SalesReview
Arlington
SINGLE FAMILY HOMES
Number of Sales
223
Average List Price
$1,222,913
Average Sale Price
$1,285,460 Days to Offer 5
Highest Sale Price
37 Beverly Road Sold for $3,000,000
Medford
SINGLE FAMILY HOMES
Number of Sales
212
Average List Price
$879,734
Average Sale Price
$923,100 Days to Offer 16
Highest Sale Price 314 Winthrop Street Sold for $2,100,000
Woburn
SINGLE FAMILY HOMES
Number of Sales
217
Average List Price
$801,219
Average Sale Price
$831,421 Days to Offer 15
Highest Sale Price
23 Carlson Way Sold for $1,750,000
CONDOMINIUMS
Number of Sales 180
Average List Price
$842,267
Average Sale Price
$1,361,565 Days to Offer 16
Highest Sale Price 129 Appleton Street Sold for $1,800,000
MULTI FAMILY HOMES
Number of Sales 38
Average List Price
$1,276,167
Average Sale Price
$1,361,565 Days to Offer 14
Highest Sale Price 26 Bartlett Avenue Sold for $2,870,000
CONDOMINIUMS
Number of Sales 229
Average List Price
$755,706
Average Sale Price
$756,903 Days to Offer 87
Highest Sale Price
3920 Mystic Valley Parkway,PH Sold for $1,780,000
MULTI FAMILY HOMES
Number of Sales
82
Average List Price
$1,120,551
Average Sale Price
$1,150,572 Days to Offer 14
Highest Sale Price 87 Forest Street Sold for $2,279,000
CONDOMINIUMS
Number of Sales 144
Average List Price
$703,843
Average Sale Price
$712,556 Days to Offer 18
Highest Sale Price 5 Goodwin Drive,Unit 50 Sold for $1,324,730
MULTI FAMILY HOMES
Number of Sales 26
Average List Price
$910,438
Average Sale Price
$908,577 Days to Offer 12
Highest Sale Price 13-15 Conn Street Sold for $1,680,000
SellerExpenses
As the seller,in addition to the real estate fee,you will incur other expenses with the sale of your home Below are some of the additional expenses to be aware of
Document Tax Stamps ($4 56 per $1,000 of sales price)
Preparation of deed to buyer
Legal fees for representation beyond drawing of deed
Recording fees to registry
Unpaid taxes, water and sewer fees owed to municipality
Rents paid in advance by tenants, plus security deposits or last month?s rent and any interest accrued thereon
Smoke Detector/ Carbon Monoxide Detector Compliance Certificate
Any other expenses pertinent to the particular transaction
Please consult your tax advisor and or accountant for other tax implications
KeyTerms
EVERY HOME-SELLER SHOULD KNOW
APPRAISAL
A report highlighting the estimated value of the property completed by a qualified third party Lenders rely on appraisals to validate a home's value and ensure they're not lending more than the home is worth.
ASSESSED VALUE
Value placed upon a property for property tax purposes by the Tax Collector
CLOSING COSTS
The fees required to complete the real estate transaction,such as loan fees,appraisal fees,title insurance and escrow fees
CONTINGENCY
With a contingency clause in place,the transaction depends on a certain circumstance For example,if there's a finance contingency,the contract will only move forward if the buyer is approved for a mortgage by the specified date If the buyer fails to obtain financing by the deadline,they can terminate the contract without penalty and any earnest money deposit is typically refunded.
CREDIT
Money given to a buyer from a seller through escrow at closing
ESCROW
The listing broker or seller's attorney that handles the transfer of any money during the sale of a home from initial deposit to final funding and closing
EARNEST MONEY DEPOSIT
Also known as the Good Faith Deposit,earnest money is put down with an offer to show the buyer is serious about purchasing It is usually refundable in the event a contingency in the sales contract cannot be met
FIXED RATE MORTGAGE
A loan in which the interest rate and monthly payment do not change throughout the entirety of the loan
CUSTOM MARKET ANALYSIS (CMA)
Also known as a Competitive or Comparative Market Analysis,it's an in-depth report on a home's current value
It tells homeowners what their home is worth in the current market
PRELIMINARY TITLE REPORT
A report showing the condition of title before a sale or loan transaction After completion of the transaction,a new title insurance policy will be issued
TITLE INSURANCE
Insurance to protect the buyer and lender against losses arising from disputes over the ownership of a property
RECORDING FEES
Money paid to the lender for recording a home sale with the local authorities,thereby making it part of the public records.
Don? t TakeOurWordForIt ... TakeTheirs
A satisfied client is the best business strategy of all We take great pride in the fact that our clients come back to us again and again
?It could not have been made easier for my family to sell my mother?s home Thanks to Steve and his associates We are so appreciative and recommend them highly!?
? Janet | Seller in Arlington
?Mike was helpful and always quick to respond to any questions, concerns or updates.Throughout the whole process he was professional and very knowledgeable The dedication from him and his team went above and beyond "
?Working with Tracy Wallace to sell our home in Arlington was an incredible experience from start to finish From our first meeting,Tracy demonstrated unmatched knowledge of the local market and a deep commitment to understanding our needs and goals?
? Michael | Seller in Arlington
"Mark expertly handled negotiations and kept us in the loop,ensuring a smooth and successful closing We highly recommend Mark Garbino to anyone looking to sell their home."
? Jill & Bud | Sellers in Arlington
"Steve and Annie were compassionate and calming through the entire process, from our first meeting with them until the day of the closing Their extensive market analysis was professionally presented and far more in-depth than any I?d ever seen "
? Tricia | Seller in Arlington
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