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Showing 15 first-time home buyer specialists in Needham, MA
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Alison Borrelli REALTOR® Needham Residential Real Estate Agent
1175 Great Plain Ave, Needham, MA 02492
(617) 257-3012
alisonborrelli.com
Bill Paulson, REALTOR at Keller Williams Realty
111 Sutton Rd, Needham, MA 02492
(781) 929-2453
needhamliving.com
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Commonwealth Real Estate
1089 Great Plain Ave, Needham, MA 02492
(781) 444-1234
commonmoves.com
Lena Voloshin, REALTOR at LV Group Real Estate, Needham MA
945 Great Plain Ave #18, Needham, MA 02492
(617) 905-8555
lvgrouprealestate.com
Jonathan Migdol, Realtor in Needham. Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
936 Great Plain Ave, Needham, MA 02492
(781) 234-8102
sothebysrealty.com
Robert Ticktin, MBA, Hawthorn Properties / Needham Realtor
97 Chapel St #3, Needham, MA 02492
(617) 840-3463
needhamsbroker.com
Dick Lee - Boston Real Estate Agent
117 Kendrick St Suite 300, Needham, MA 02494
(617) 812-7037
bostonmarealestateagents.com
Shane Brady Real Estate & Property Management
150 West St, Needham, MA 02494
(774) 278-0764
shanesellsboston.com
Kate Swenson, Realtor - William Raveis
168 Garden St, Needham, MA 02492
(617) 959-4813
kateswenson.raveis.com
Sell My House Fast Mass | As Is Cash Home Buyers Needham
1329 Highland Ave Ste 15, Needham, MA 02492
(617) 860-4979
sellmyhousefastinma.com
What Does a First-Time Home Buyer Specialist in Needham Cost?
Typical costs for a first-time home buyer specialist in Massachusetts range from 2.5% to 3% of the purchase price, usually paid by the seller at closing. Some specialists charge a flat fee between $3,000 and $10,000. Additional costs include the Massachusetts deed transfer tax of $2.28 per $500 of value and attorney fees around $1,500 to $3,000. This is general information and not mortgage or financial advice.
* Cost estimates are general ranges based on publicly available data and compiled using automated research tools. Actual fees vary by agent and case complexity. This is not mortgage or financial advice — consult directly with an agent for fee specifics.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does a first-time home buyer specialist do in Needham?
A specialist helps you find suitable properties and understand financing options. They also guide you through Massachusetts legal requirements such as the purchase and sale agreement and the mandatory home inspection contingency. Their goal is to make your first home purchase smooth and informed.
What Massachusetts programs are available for first-time home buyers in Needham?
Massachusetts offers the MassHousing program which provides low down payment mortgages and up to 3% in down payment assistance. There is also the ONE Mortgage Program for moderate income buyers. These programs have specific income and purchase price limits that apply in Needham.
How long does the home buying process take for a first-time buyer in Needham?
The process typically takes 30 to 60 days from accepted offer to closing. Massachusetts law requires a seller disclosure statement and a lead paint inspection for homes built before 1978. Your specialist will help you meet all deadlines and legal requirements.