Many of us try to shop local when it comes to everything from produce in our neighborhood’s farmers’ markets to patronizing area retail stores. It’s a wonderful way to demonstrate support and help keep hard-working people in business. No matter where you reside, connecting with those in your community goes a long way toward making it a better place to live.
The same is true in real estate. Working with an agent who has first-hand knowledge of things like the local history and what’s happening in the marketplace will always provide a distinct advantage; whether you are the home buyer or seller.
Local Network of Professionals
By hiring an agent who is local, you are essentially hiring a vast network of people to assist with the sale or purchase of your home. Your local Wellesley agent will already have connections with the best contractors and service providers in the area; or at the very least, will know them by their reputation. This is key intel when in need of trades like electricians or home inspectors certified by ASHI (American Society of Home Inspectors). Not to mention house painters, landscape artists, interior decorators – all the specialists who can prepare a home for sale, or dress your new home in its finest.
Area Knowledge
Keen insights that only a local agent would know are essential for understanding information beyond what’s on an elementary school’s website. Local agents not only keep their ear to the ground and convene with people across-industry, they live there too. So if they don’t know the town’s plans for a commercial plot of land, they are more than likely able to find that out.
If you are selling your Wellesley home, a local agent’s understanding of sales history and trends will enhance any appraiser’s report, providing a distinct advantage.
More Availability
Effective communication is a real estate transaction’s most precious commodity. It needs to be accurate and timely. Despite the benefits of technology, face-to-face conversations tend to be easier and clearer than phone calls or emails. By being able to physically meet up allows the agent to help prepare the home for showings. Locally placed agents are able to schedule times for you to see homes faster than other agents and they can actually meet with you to go see those homes. They are able to better support and help effect an educated decision.
Following Through
Local agents are more likely to follow up because they work in the area and care about pleasing their clients who will talk to their friends about the service they received. Referrals fuel a Realtor’s business. Their reputation in the local market is everything. You will benefit tremendously from this fact of local life.
As a local agent, I live and work here. My commitment to our community is strong. Contact me today to schedule a complimentary market valuation by calling at 781-460-3787 or emailing me at jill@jillboudreau.com. I look forward to speaking with you.
