How To Prepare For Buying A Property

How To Prepare For Buying A Property

The first step is to decide WHY you want to buy. Identifying your WHY will help you and your Agent find the best property for your needs. Is it because you are sick of paying rent? Relocating? Need more space? Or are you looking to make a smart investment? This is a big decision and having an educated team of professionals in your corner as you take this first step will ensure your success.

Begin to monitor your credit report and strengthen your credit score. There are many free tools to monitor your credit. Monitoring your full credit report will allow you to identify any inaccuracies, dispute incorrect claims, see how your habits effect your credit score, and improve your credit score prior to getting a mortgage.

Make sure you have built a healthy savings or have created a plan to get you to that goal. You may also want to avoid making any large investments or switching careers. The goal is for your overall financial picture to look low risk to a mortgage lender.

Choose a real estate agent. You may think that this person will just listen to what you are looking for, help you find properties to view, and negotiate/close the purchase but your agent should be doing so much more. Your agent can help educate you on what to expect, create a focused search, down payments, closing costs, attorneys, lenders, timelines, market trends and more.

Get a mortgage pre-approval. Getting a pre-approval is essential to the home buying process as it gives you a clear indication of the price range and it is also a necessary document for when you submit an offer on a home. Your agent can provide you with a list of preferred lenders to get you started.

The Benefits of a Buyer’s Agent

**It costs you NOTHING as a Buyer to be represented by a Buyer’s Agent, this commission is paid by the Seller**

1 | Availability – With Presidential Properties our team of experienced agents is available 24/7 to accommodate you on any showings and prepare / produce any documents needed.

2 | Representation – As your Buyer’s Agent we have an obligation to represent YOUR best interests. We are dedicated to finding you a property that best fits your needs. We will track market prices, share listings, provide objective feedback, share our expert opinion and more to ensure you are equipped with a strong and solid offer.

3 | Communication – By working with Presidential Properties you can expect to receive prompt communication at any time day or night. Our agents will listen to you, provide thoughtful and professional insights and opinions, and create an open dialogue to guide you successfully through your transaction from start to finish.

4 | Experience – We are experts in the Boston real estate market. With 14 years of experience with single family, condo, and multi family transactions across the Greater Boston Area we are confident that you will receive the highest level or service from our team.

5 | Guidance – We are here to share the wealth of information we have with you so that you can make a smart investment decision. Your Presidential agent will share listings with you, educate you on the market, help create a focused search criteria, and send you property updates. You will not regret having a market expert on your side.

6 | Resources – We have a network of local professionals that we are happy to recommend to our clients such as mortgage lenders, attorneys, inspectors etc. that will be helpful throughout the buying process and ensure a successful transaction.

7 | Negotiations – Our goal is to find you a home that meets your needs AND to help you make an informed and competitive offer. We will negotiate on your behalf with your best interests top of mind proving to be an essential asset in the buying process.

Should I Rent or Buy? First Time Home Buyers – What To Expect As You Start Your Search!

Have you been thinking of switching from renting to buying but not able to fully commit? Unsure as to what you can afford? Not certain now is the right time? That is what we are here for!

If you are a first time home buyer the task of buying a home can be daunting. When you begin the sales process with our team we do a few things up front to get started.

  1. First we will ask you what you *think* you are looking for ranging from # of bedrooms, price, amenities, preferences, neighborhoods etc. We will set you up to receive MLS alerts for all properties that fit your search criteria. This is a great way to familiarize yourself with the market and to get out there and view properties in person! From there your agent will adjust your search to better fit your needs if necessary.
  2. Next your agent will walk you through what a *typical* timeline would look like if you were to buy a property. This will give you a better idea of the various steps that are involved in the home buying process and what can be expected. It will also be an indicator as to when you want to accelerate your search. Every sale is different so there are many factors that can change this but outlining the process helps people visualize what they are embarking on.
  3. If everything so far sounds manageable we will share what is required to actually submit an offer on a property. By being prepared with the items required to submit an offer it ensures you can hit the ground running and not miss out if you stumble upon your dream home early on. It also ensures we are ready to act in a super competitive market. This is where our knowledge and expertise comes in. We will work side by side to prepare a strong offer that we hope will make you stand out from the rest.
  4. Once you have decided you are ready to take the next step to home ownership we can share with you some great resources from attorneys, to mortgage lenders, and much more. If you don’t know where to start or don’t know what you can afford speaking with a mortgage lender is invaluable. They are the experts here! Leader Bank has been a great resource for our clients. Click here for a look inside their loan process.

With current mortgage rates so low it is a great time to start this process for yourself.

Download this Purchase Special from Leader Bank below.

If you are looking to buy your first home please email Boston@PresidentialProperties.us OR fill out the form on our website.

Our team is here to walk you through every step of the way.

OFF MARKET SALES OPPORTUNITY! Beacon Hill, Mt. Vernon Street, 2Bed Condo

OFF MARKET OPPORTUNITY. Beautiful South Slope Beacon Hill two bedroom condo FOR SALE! Located on the picturesque corner of West Cedar and Mount Vernon Street with a common roof deck overlooking the Charles River and Back Bay. This 748+/- square foot front facing condo features hardwood floors, newly painted walls, updated kitchen with stainless steel appliances and dishwasher, ample closet space, fireplace, and decorative moldings. Spacious living and bedrooms. The building is professionally managed with a common roof deck, laundry, storage locker, and elevator! Listed: $835,000

Email Boston@PresidentialProperties.us for a private showing or virtual tour.

For more information and photos visit: https://yourbostonapartments.com/property/beacon-hill-2bedroom-condominium-for-sale-2/

NEW LISTING! North End, Cooper Street, Two Bedroom with Common Roof Deck

North End | Boston | MA

Rent: $2900
Available: September 1, 2020
This renovated 2bedroom apartment available for rent is located on the penthouse, 4th floor of a traditional North End Brownstone on Cooper Street.

This Penthouse Features:
*Top Floor Location with Great Sun!
*Bedrooms Located on Opposite Sides of the Apartment, Separated for Roommates Privacy
*Equal Size Bedrooms
*Beautiful Common Roof Deck!
*Central Air Conditioning
*Eat In Renovated Kitchen
*Granite Countertops
*Located on Cooper Street in Boston’s North End Neighborhood
*Hardwood Flooring
*Renovated Bathroom
*Laundry in Building
*Only Steps from Major T Lines and Public Transportation
*Quick Access to Expressways

Email Presidential to schedule a showing:
ServiceCenter@PresidentialProperties.us

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For more info, video and photos visit: https://yourbostonapartments.com/property/north-end-2bedroom-apartment-for-rent-on-cooper-st/

Quarantine Puppies? Look No Further! Pet Friendly Boston Apartments!

Have you acquired a new furry friend during quarantine? Check out some of our favorite pet friendly apartments in Boston! The video tours can be found at the bottom of each web page. If you are interested in one that does NOT have a video tour shoot us an email Boston@Presidentialproperties.us. View ALL of our current availability at http://www.YourBostonApartments.com

Beacon Hill

Anderson Street studio available now!

Joy Street one bedroom available now!

Joy Street one bedroom with private patio available September 1!

Anderson Street one bedroom available September 1!

Hancock Street one bedroom available September 1!

Anderson Street two bedroom available NOW!

South Russell Street two bedroom available September 1!

Anderson Street two bedroom available September 1!

Anderson Street two bedroom available September 1!

Anderson Street two bedroom available August 1!

Anderson Street two bedroom available September 1!

Back Bay

Marlborough Street one bedroom available NOW!

Marlborough Street one bedroom available September 1!

Marlborough Street one bedroom available September 1!

Marlborough Street one bedroom available July 1!

Marlborough Street one bedroom available September 1!

St. Botolph Street one bedroom with private roof deck available July 1!

Marlborough Street one bedroom available September 1!

Marlborough Street two bedroom available July 1!

North End

Hanover Street studio available now!

Endicott Street studio available September 1!

Hanover Street two bedroom available September 1!

Harris Street three bedroom / two bathroom available September 1!

NEW LISTING! Charlestown, Ellwood Street, Furnished Two Bed with Beautiful Private Deck

Charlestown | Boston | MA

Rent: $4100
Available: September 1, 2020
This fully furnished two bedroom PLUS duplex apartment available for rent located on the second and third floors of a unique Charlestown home located on Ellwood Street.


FEATURING:
*FULLY FURNISHED
*Short or Long Term Lease Options
*Private Deck with Stunning Panoramic City Views
*Duplex – Two Levels of Living
*Great Sunlight from Large Windows & Skylights
*Two Very Large Bedrooms
*Second Floor Features Unique Bonus Office Space Overlooking Living Room
*Front Facing Living Room
*Dining Area
*Hardwood Floors
*Newly Renovated Kitchen with Stainless Steel Appliances & Granite Counters
*Gas Cooking
*Dishwasher
*Laundry In Unit
*Exposed Brick
*Ample Closet Space
*Located on a Gas Lamp Lit Dead End Ellwood Street
*Steps from 92 & 93 Bus Stop to Downtown Boston
*Short Walk to the Orange Line, North Station, Whole Foods, CVS, Charles River, Monument Square, and so much more!
*Sorry No Pets
*Sorry No Undergraduate Students
*Only Steps from Major T Lines and Public Transportation
*Quick Access to Expressways
Email Presidential to schedule a showing:
ServiceCenter@PresidentialProperties.us
To view ALL of our apartment listings visit:
http://www.YourBostonApartments.com

Presidential Properties has the MOST Exclusive Apartments Available NOT Found on MLS. Email us today to get started. #WeKnowBoston®

AVAILABLE NOW! Beacon Hill, Cedar Lane Way, Two Bedroom

Beacon Hill | Boston | MA

Rent: $3000
Available: NOW
This large two bedroom duplex apartment available for rent is located on a private cobblestone street in a traditional Beacon Hill Brownstone on Cedar Lane Way.

FEATURING:
*Spacious and Renovated
*Two Large Bedrooms
*Updated Granite Kitchen and Bathroom
*Stainless Steel Appliances
*Dishwasher and Microwave
*Recessed Lighting
*Hardwood Flooring
*TWO Floors of Living!
*One Block from Charles Street! Located Between Mt. Vernon and Chestnut Streets
*Only Steps from All Major T Lines and Public Transportation
*Quick Access to All Expressways
*Walking Distance to MGH, North Station, Wholefoods, Charles River, Charles Street, Financial District, Government Center, etc

Email Presidential to schedule a showing:
ServiceCenter@PresidentialProperties.us

To view ALL of our apartment listings visit:
http://www.YourBostonApartments.com

Presidential Properties has the MOST Exclusive Apartments Available NOT Found on MLS. Email us today to get started. #WeKnowBoston®

AVAILABLE NOW! Back Bay, Beacon Street, Two Bedroom

Back Bay | Boston | MA

Rent: $3000
Available: NOW
This fantastic unique two bedroom apartment available for rent is located on the fifth floor of a traditional Back Bay Elevator Brownstone on Beacon Street.

FEATURING:
*5th Floor Location with Great Sun!
*Front Facing Over Looking Boston’s Beacon Street
*Elevator Building!
*Separate Granite Kitchen
*Stainless Steel Appliances
*Dishwasher
*Decorative Fireplace
*Hardwood Floors
*Free Common Laundry in Building!
*SORRY NO UNDERGRADS
*Location, Location, Location!!!
*Located on Beacon Street between Arlington and Berkeley Streets in Boston’s Back Bay Neighborhood
*Only Steps from All Major T Lines and Public Transportation
*Quick Access to All Expressways
*Building Located just Blocks Away to Newbury Street with it’s Well Known Shops and Restaurants.
Email Presidential to schedule a showing:
ServiceCenter@PresidentialProperties.us

To view ALL of our apartment listings visit:
http://www.YourBostonApartments.com

Presidential Properties has the MOST Exclusive Apartments Available NOT Found on MLS. Email us today to get started. #WeKnowBoston®

Boston Apartment Price Reductions!

We just received MANY price reductions for Beacon Hill and Back Bay apartments. Our team is here to help you secure your next apartment! We are able to lease ALL apartments virtually. Click the link below to view additional information, photos, and videos!

To view ALL available please visit http://www.YourBostonApartments.com and email Boston@PresidentialProperties.us to be connected with one of our awesome agents. #WeKnowBoston ®

Studios

$1950 lowered to $1895! Beacon Hill, studio, available September 1

$2195 lowered to $1895! Beacon Hill, studio, available September 1

$2095 lowered to $1895! Beacon Hill, studio, available September 1

$2250 lowered to $1895! Beacon Hill, studio, available September 1

$2195 lowered to $1895! Beacon Hill, studio, available September 1

$1895 lowered to $1700! Beacon Hill, studio, available any date July – September 1

$2275 lowered to $1995! Back Bay, studio, available August 1

$2195 lowered to $1950! Back Bay, studio, available September 1

One Bedrooms

$2250 lowered to $1995! Beacon Hill, one bedroom, available September 1

$2495 lowered to $2095! Beacon Hill, one bedroom, available September 1

$2195 lowered to $1795! Beacon Hill, one bedroom, available September 1

Two Bedrooms

$3200 lowered to $2795! Beacon Hill, two bedroom, available September 1.

$2900 lowered to $2795! Beacon Hill, two bedroom, available September 1

$3050 lowered to $2795! Beacon Hill, two bedroom, available September 1

$2990 lowered to $2795! Beacon Hill, two bedroom, available September 1

$3750 lowered to $3500! Back Bay, two bedroom / two bathroom, available NOW

Three Bedrooms

$4335 lowered to $3855! Beacon Hill, three bedroom / two bathroom, available July 1

$4395 lowered to $4195! Beacon Hill, three bedroom, available September 1

$4197 lowered to $3897! Beacon Hill, three bedroom, available September 1

$4152 lowered to $3897! Beacon Hill, three bedroom / two bathroom, available September 1

$4230 lowered to $3897! Beacon Hill, three bedroom, available September 1

$4230 lowered to $3897! Beacon Hill, three bedroom, available September 1

$4290 lowered to $3993! Beacon Hill, three bedroom / two bathroom, available September 1

$4335 lowered to $3996! Beacon Hill, three bedroom, available September 1

$4335 lowered to $3996! Beacon Hill, three bedroom, available September 1

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PRICE REDUCTION! Beacon Hill, W. Cedar Street, Studio

Beacon Hill | Boston | MA

Rent: $1895. including Heat and Hot Water
Available: September 1, 2020
This renovated spacious studio apartment available for rent is located on the 3rd floor of a traditional Beacon Hill Brownstone on West Cedar Street.

FEATURING:
*Separate Renovated Kitchen Nook with Dishwasher
*Gas Cooking
*Traditional Moldings
*Hardwood Flooring
*Laundry in Building
*High Ceilings
*Common Roof Deck with Amazing City and Charles River Views!
*One Block from Charles Street! Located on West Cedar Street Between Revere and Pinckney Streets on Beacon Hill
*Heat and Hot Water Included in the Monthly Rent
*Only Steps from All Major T Lines and Public Transportation
*Quick Access to All Expressways
*Walking Distance to MGH, North Station, Wholefoods, Charles River, Charles Street, Financial District, Government Center, etc.

Email Presidential to schedule a showing:
ServiceCenter@PresidentialProperties.us

To view ALL of our apartment listings visit:
http://www.YourBostonApartments.com

Presidential Properties has the MOST Exclusive Apartments Available NOT Found on MLS. Email us today to get started. #WeKnowBoston®