It is important to know how much you can afford before you begin looking at homes. You should talk with a lender and get pre-approved for a loan. This puts you in a stronger negotiating position with a seller.

Once you have found the home that is right for you, you may have some questions about its structure and condition. A home inspector is the best place to get answers. Most sellers allow time to have a property inspected after an offer is accepted.

If your initial euphoria deflates as you ask yourself, "What have I gotten into?" Relax! These feelings are so common that they have even been given a name--"Buyer's Remorse". It is almost always temporary, but call us if you are having an extreme attack. We have experience in helping our clients through the home buying jitters.

If you are selling your primary residence, you do not have to worry about paying taxes on your profits if your gain does not exceed $250,000 as a single taxpayer (or $500,000 as a married couple filing jointly). You are also free to roll from none to all your gain into another home without further tax consequences.

The chances of selling your home quickly for top dollar will improve considerably if you list it with a real estate sales professional. Consider the fact that nine out of ten homes sold today--more in some markets--are listed with a professional Realtor. Listing your home places it on the local Multiple Listing Service that is subscribed to by a majority of real estate sales professionals. Through the residential MLS listing, your home is assured of getting the widest possible exposure to the market place.

In addition to helping you find your new home, as your Buyer Broker I can also offer advice on mortgage contacts, attorneys, home inspectors – everything necessary for a smooth transitional process. Unlike large brokerage firms who will pass you from person to person, I remain with my clients every step of the way, providing personalized full service and attention to detail.

Seven years work experience in Executive Education at MIT’s Sloan School of Management has prepared me with the skills necessary to meet the unique needs of incoming faculty and executives. For those unfamiliar with the area, I offer assistance in selecting among the many great communities Boston has to offer. I can provide data to compare schools, prices, police statistics, and more.

Note that discounts may be offered, contact me for details.

If you are leaving Boston for another city, contact me for assistance. Not only will I help you to sell or rent your Boston home, I will also find an appropriate Realtor to help you with your transition to your new area.