- Name
- Gary Bellinger, Esq. REALTOR® Worcester County
- Company
- EXIT® Realty Partners
- E-mail
- Contact Gary Bellinger, Esq. REALTOR® Worcester County (EXIT® Realty Partners)
- Website
- http://WorcesterCountyHomeList.com
- Office Phone
- (508) 797-3948 x 116
- Cell Phone
- (508) 764-4944
- Fax
- (800) 517-4614
- Address
- 26 Maple Avenue, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
- Description
- Residential real estate services for Buyers and Sellers in Southbridge as well as many communities in central and lower Worcester County. REALTOR® & Licensed MA Attorney Broker.
Introduction & Overview
A little bit about me...
I have been a licensed Attorney Broker in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts since October of 2004. The skill sets I have today were established in large part through prior employment in the fields of engineering (WPI BSChE 1974) and law (Suffolk University JD 1994). This experience has been complemented with extensive real estate sales training which enables me to provide a high level of professional service and successful results for Buyers and Sellers with residential real estate needs.
It is important for me to not only perform in accordance with my clients' wishes, but also to ably advise them and to act as an advocate on their behalf to protect their rights and interests during the sale or purchase of a home.
The added value I bring in every case is based on developing an understanding of my clients' goals, applying local market expertise and working with a preferred network of seasoned professionals including, among others, real estate colleagues, attorneys, mortgage consultants and tradesmen.
I also recognize that a very important key to customer satisfaction is communication - I don't know anyone who likes to be ignored!
Delivering real estate success to my clients provides me great pleasure and I truly look forward to many more years in this business. Please call or email me whenever you need some real estate guidance. I will always be delighted to hear from you!
Your friend in real estate,
Gary
Please allow me to assist you! Tell me about your real estate plans:
Buyers - Use This Link to describe your next home.
Sellers - Use This Link to describe the home you're selling.
Overview...
BUYERS should carefully consider the length of time they may need to take ownership of a new home. So how much time does it take? Several months might be required just to identify the right home in the right location and at the right price. Add to that the cycle from first offer to final closing and delivery of the new home – this part of the buying process may last up to 2 months and sometimes more depending on the special needs of either the buyer or the seller in settling the transaction. This is why the buyer, if at all possible, should start taking action as much as 6 months in advance!
Another important point following the decision to invest in a new home is that the best place to begin home search activity is not necessarily by looking at homes on the market. Financing is the key that determines the shape and scope of any home shopping. A buyer can only move successfully forward knowing his or her limits of affordability.
What are the benefits of looking at homes that turn out not to be affordable? There really are none. In fact, it can be quite painful to become emotionally tied to a home and then discover that it's out of financial reach. For this reason, real estate agents will not usually devote much time to buyers who have not been pre-approved for a mortgage or who do not have certifiable cash funds to make their purchase. At a minimum, buyers should know their credit score before requesting their agent to make showing appointments.
If you want to learn more about mortgages and how they work, you can begin by reading the mortgage primer at this link. You can also present your questions to a licensed mortgage professional to get a free, no-obligation consultation about how to best proceed to the purchase of your new home. If it's determined that your credit score is a problem then take a look at the FAQs for credit improvement under federal law.
Once qualified for financing, the buyer can start a serious review of the home market. Many real estate websites with home listings are directly connected to the Massachusetts MLS PIN (Multiple Listing Service Property Information Network) and are searchable based on personal preferences for price, location and home details.
Start here with one of the premier Massachusetts real estate databases to begin putting a free prospective Worcester County home list together.
Are you approaching real estate as an investor? If you are, go to the Real Estate Investor’s Guide for professional advice and inside information about making money in today’s difficult market.
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SELLERS should begin with an understanding of the value of their home in relation to the current local market. A broker price opinion or professional appraisal will provide indispensable insight into how to price your home for sale. If you're a do-it-yourselfer, you can learn more about handling your own home sale at this link.
Does your home need repairs? A seller would be well advised to take a pro-active approach to finding out what might need attention by commissioning a home inspection. Knowing the extent of repair issues up-front can help avoid an unfortunate impasse with an interested buyer at a later point in negotiations.
Is the reliability of any home system components or appliances in doubt? The purchase of a transferable warranty to cover these items may be an inexpensive way to get the buyer past the tipping point of making the purchase instead of walking away.
The seller should also give some thought to curb appeal and the interior appearance of their home. Some easy and very affordable actions such as de-cluttering, painting and keeping the lawn mowed can ensure a favorable overall impression and stronger desire for the home on the part of a buyer. You can read more staging tips to get top dollar for your home using this link.
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The success of either the buyer or seller depends strongly on their depth of real estate knowledge and willingness to solicit professional advice at each step of the home purchase or sale process respectively. Please continue reading for more valuable information about moving forward with your residential real estate venture...
What Can Buyers & Sellers Expect?
Service Details for Buyers
Buying a home is an exciting time in one's life. Making the smart move of choosing a REALTOR® is your first step to ensuring that your new home and community meets your needs. My services and experience range from financial aid to helping you find the home that best suits you and your family. For your convenience, I also provide listings by email. I pride myself on repeat business and hope you'll come to understand why.
As Your Agent, I Will:
- Assure that you see all the properties in the area that meet your criteria.
- Guide you through the entire home buying process, from finding homes to look at, to getting the best financing.
- Make sure you don't pay too much for your new home and help you avoid costly mistakes.
- Answer all of your questions about the local market area, including schools, neighborhoods, the local economy, and more.
Statistics & Demographics for Massachusetts Cities & Towns.
Before You Start Looking For Your New Home:
- Learn how your credit status affects home financing.
- Check your credit rating.
- Choose a REALTOR® that you trust and who understands your needs.
- Determine what neighborhood best matches your needs.
- Identify important features you need your new home to have.
- Straighten out any errors before its too late.
- Determine a comfortable monthly budget for your new purchase, including down payment and monthly payment.
- Find a loan program that meets your needs and get pre-qualified (preferably pre-approved).
Closing Costs to Expect:
- Lender fees include charges for loan processing, underwriting, preparation and establishing an escrow account.
- Third-party fees include charges for insurance, title search, and other inspections such as termites.
- Government fees include deed recording and state & local mortgage taxes.
- Escrow and interest fees include homeowner's insurance, loan interest, real estate taxes, and occasionally private mortgage insurance.
Find out how much your closing costs could be.
Service Details for Sellers
Selling your home shouldn't be a stressful ordeal. Making the smart move of choosing a REALTOR® is your first step to ensuring that your investment in your home pays off. My services and experience allow you to focus on your move while I manage your home sale from our initial consultation to the closing deal, and beyond. I pride myself on repeat business and hope you'll come to understand why.
As Your Agent, I Will:
- Complete a comparative market analysis that will compare your home's value to that of your neighbors.
- Compile a comprehensive plan detailing all the efforts I will employ to sell your home, including Internet and local media.
- Present your home to as many qualified buyers as possible getting your home maximum exposure.
- Help you stage your home and generate curb appeal to ensure you get the highest price.
- Assist with obtaining offers and help you in negotiating the best deal as smoothly as possible.
- Help you find your next home and answer all of your questions about the local market area, including schools, neighborhoods, the local economy, and more.
Statistics & Demographics for Massachusetts Cities & Towns.
Recent Home Sales:
What are homes selling for on your street? Use REALTOR.com to find out what neighborhood homes are selling for, free of charge, or choose a more detailed analysis of the value of your home.
Getting the Highest Price for Your Home:
Curb appeal is key and could make a difference whether people stop and take a flyer, or drive right by. Here are a few tips to increase the curb appeal of your home.
Staging the interior of your home is also important. Many buyers will stay in your home longer if it's staged appropriately. Here are some thoughts on how to set up your interior presentation.
Closing Costs to Expect:
- Title insurance fees depend on the sales price of the home.
- Broker's commission is a full-service fee and will cost anywhere between 5% to 8%.
- Local property transfer tax, country transfer tax, state transfer tax, and state capital gains tax are the charges that you'll pay for the privilege of selling your home. Credit to the buyer of unpaid real estate taxes for the prior or current year are variable and depend on when you close and when your taxes are due.
- FHA fees and costs are now negotiable between an FHA buyer and seller.
- Home inspection fees are in some circumstances paid for by the seller and include pest, radon and other inspections.
- Miscellaneous fees can accrue from correcting problems noticed during the home inspection.
Are you ready to sell your home? Get started here!
A Personal Perspective on Real Estate
REAL ESTATE can be a difficult business even if you’re an experienced Buyer or Seller. As a trained real estate professional, I still find that every day presents occasions from which to learn and grow. My education never ceases whether it’s in the classroom or in the field.
Since the pitfalls of property transactions and resulting complications are numerous, I’ve made it my primary goal to be an informative resource for everyone with real estate questions. On this page and also at my personal real estate blog - WorcesterCountyHomeList.com - there are many topics addressed and many answers provided for frequently asked questions. The services of other professionals are presented as well. If you do have questions, be sure to get some professional advice before you start autographing any paperwork.
You should never hesitate to contact me directly for special assistance with any real estate matter. I welcome the opportunity to be of personal service to you.
Best wishes for your real estate success!
- Gary Bellinger
P.S.: Visit my online Library for more free real estate resources and links. -gb
