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With our expert guidance and negotiation skills, you'll finally be able to land a home you love in the right neighborhood, for the right price.
our process
Go from overwhelmed to overjoyed
Find out exactly what to expect from the buying process when you work with any agent on the Mathieu Newton Sotheby’s International Realty team.
First, we'll talk about your goals
Whether it's at a local coffee shop or just over the phone, in our initial consultation we'll talk about what you're looking for, when you want to move, and make a plan to help you achieve those goals.
Pre-approved? Check.
One of the most crucial parts of starting the home buying process is getting pre-approved. If you haven't already been pre-approved, we'll introduce you to our local mortgage partners.
Evaluate your options
Based on your price range, desired location, and the features you want and need in your new home, we'll create a custom profile for you in our database. This will allow us to customize your search, and only send you homes that fit what you're looking for, as soon as they're available.
Tour the homes you want, when you want to
We'll make it a priority to get you into homes as soon as you'd like. Keep an open mind, but make sure you're clear on your non-negotiables.
Prepare a competitive offer
This is the biggest financial decision you'll make; the last thing you want is to overpay. To make sure we submit a winning offer, we'll do intense market research on similar homes, in similar conditions. Then, we'll review the offer with you to make sure you understand every detail, and plan out your next 45-60 days.
Pop the champagne – let's celebrate!
Once your offer is accepted, we'll organize the inspection, appraisal, and get you the keys to your new home. And if you're looking for ways to get involved in the community? We'll recommend the activities and organizations that you'd be most interested in. Remember – we're also your neighbors now, so we'll make sure you feel at home in no time.
FAQs
Get the answers you need to make an informed decision
Do I need a buyer’s agent, and how are they paid?
Although you do not have to hire a buyer’s agent, most buyers choose to work with an experienced advisor because this is one of the biggest financial decisions a person makes in their life. The process involves choosing the right price, negotiating, navigating inspections, keeping contract timelines, and local expertise that can influence what you pay and how smoothly everything goes. A buyer’s agent works for you, protects your interests, spots issues, and helps you make informed decisions.
There are several ways a buyer’s agent can be paid. The most common approach is to run the compensation through the transaction. When you make an offer, you include a request that the seller cover the amount of the commission you have agreed to pay your buyer’s agent. Each situation is unique, and your agent will walk you through how payment would work for your specific purchase.
How do I get started?
Start by connecting with a trusted real estate professional who knows your market. They will walk you through the process, help you understand what to expect, and introduce you to reputable local lenders. Once you are working with the right agent, your next step is to get pre-approved for a mortgage which confirms your buying power and puts you in the strongest position when you find a home you love.
What inspections should I plan for?
Most buyers schedule a home inspection to evaluate a property for its major systems (i.e. HVAC, electrical, plumbing), structure, and any potential safety issues. Depending on the home, you may also consider inspections for lead paint, radon, water quality, septic systems, or pests. Your buyer’s agent will help you decide which inspections make sense based on the age, condition, location of the home you are purchasing, and what’s most important to you.
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Kyle Graham
I worked with Ed Newton two purchase a condo, as well as a home in Westborough. With both purchases Ed was great to work with, very knowledgable about the market and was there for my family whenever we needed him. Our experience was so good that my wife left her career in pharma sales to become an agent for the team. Thank you Ed and Mathieu Newton Sotheby's International Realty for helping my family find our dream home, and my wife her dream job!
Aimee
We worked with Lisa to purchase our first home in Weymouth, MA. Lisa is dedicated, honest, flexible, and invested in her clients. She has a great sense of humor and was essential in making sure our buying experience was as smooth as possible. We would highly recommend Lisa to anyone looking to buy or sell their home.
Jess Cutone
Having Maria Vagnini as our Realtor was easily one of the best decisions. Our search was centered on a specific neighborhood in a specific town. I was not very optimistic that we would be able to find a home. Maria proved me wrong! She was able to find us our dream home and we could not be more thrilled. Maria also sold the home we were living in in record time! She connected us with reputable workers such as plumbers, electricians, movers, and HVAC specialists.
Trisha Bui
I had been searching for a home for at least 3 months already before I met Julia. Julia advocated for me when my former Realtor did not. Even when I started getting sick of the searching, Julia did not let me settle. When we made our offer on this home, Julia's negotiation skills were more than enough to convince the sellers to not even go through with their scheduled open houses for the weekend.
Alycia and Chris
We were first time homebuyers and had worked with another Realtor at the beginning of the year and were very discouraged. We got Pam's number and even though she wasn t a local Realtor to us she still took us on a clients. We really had no idea what to expect and she helped so much with the whole process. She came down to the Cape/Plymouth area every Sunday to bring us to multiple listings until we found the perfect home.
Elena Moskal
When we were looking for an apartment for my parents we had a lovely experience working with Neil Bock. He understood our needs, emailing us several choices before showing us a lovely apartment that fit the bill perfectly. He was very patient with my parents answering all their questions and concerns as they moved for the first time in 35 years. Change is never easy, but it was made as painless as possible as he kept us informed of deadlines and explained all we needed to know.
Valeria Moreno
I contacted Eric Stinehelfer on a Sunday afternoon asking for his help to make an offer for a house next day, he answered right away and started working on our case and helped us getting the house, I like that he is available via email, phone calls or text messages, he also gave us a great recommendation for the house inspection and has given us many other tips for our future house.
Brian W.
Dealing with Stephanie Graham was a privilege. She made the whole house buying process stress free. The best thing when dealing with Stephanie is that no matter when something popped into my head I could call or email her and she would always be there to answer. Steady communication is enough to remedy any doubt or worries, and when buying a house there is plenty of that.
N. Charath
We spend about a year+ looking for houses and all throughout the process, Mike was very patient, knowledgeable and very accommodating for all the showings even when we changed the plans last minute. There was never any pressure and he made sure that we did not compromise on our requirements for the house. His negotiation skills helped us get a good break on the price of the house. He also had all the connections of local plumbers, electricians etc that we used for inspections.
John Covino
Michael and Ed Newton assisted me in purchasing a 2 family home in Westborough. They worked diligently in finding possible options that would meet my needs, answered every question quickly and with great knowledge and understanding that helped me to make the right decision. Finally, once the sale was completed, they made sure to follow up with me to answer any additional questions or concerns I had. They are extremely professional, diligent and capable.
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