*PLEASE NOTE: SOME DATA MAY BE FROM MY TIME AT ANOTHER SOTHEBY'S OFFICE I PREVIOUSLY WORKED FOR
A LITTLE ABOUT ME
Brenda Demers
Realtor® SRS, ABR, RENE
Realtor® SRS, ABR, RENE
BOSTON AGENT MAGAZINE 2023
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WHY DO I LOVE BEING A REALTOR?
Everyone has a story, a different reason for moving, different needs and many move from other states. The other part of this for me is networking around the world. I have a strong support system of Realtors anywhere my clients want to be. If it weren't for real estate, I wouldn't have the chance to meet so many personalities and work with these amazing people. I travel throughout Metrowest, Worcester and Norfolk counties showing beautiful, unique and one-of-a-kind properties. Sure, not all homes are picture perfect, that makes my job very entertaining. I certainly have some crazy stories I could share. Let's face it, moving isn't easy! I try to bring a little humor into everything I do...while getting my clients a little closer to where they want to be. Every seller's home is very special to them and making sure I provide them with outstanding service is important to me. Each buyer has individual wants and needs. Getting to know my buyer takes patience. Listening is key to finding the perfect home that makes their eyes light up when they walk in. Everyone wants a home, not just a house. You must be self-motivated and organized, there's a lot of work to be done. I'm constantly on the move from home showings, preparing homes for the market, photo shoots, staging, open houses, inspections, appraisals, walk thru's to closings and any appointments that arise at any given time. Not to mention all the paperwork, phone calls and social media comprised in between. No two sales are the same, which keeps you from that ever-boring desk job. With that comes a lot of learning and the ability to be flexible. There can be a lot of late nights, bumps in the road and fires to put out behind the scenes. But also, a lot of happy clients, smiling faces, keys being handed out and SOLD signs going up. Working together every day for months it's hard not to create a friendship or bond with my buyers and sellers. Even the ones that move away keep in touch one way or another. With each home I sell, my circle of friends grows. As you can see real estate for me is more than just a job. It's a significant part of who I am, how I live my life and the world around me. ~Brenda Demers, Gibson Sotheby's "My Experience and Dedication"Even before the purchase of my first home at the age of 19, I was eager to work in the real estate field. Since then I have purchased, sold, built and designed five homes of my own.
A skilled communicator and negotiator, I am quick to share market trends, local insights and my first hand knowledge of the ever-changing real estate landscape. Using my strategic skills, I advise my clients on techniques to properly prepare their home for sale. Exceptional marketing, staging and professional photography are all used to bring out the very best in every home I represent. Securing the highest return on each home. I am dedicated to my career fulltime, which allows me to be able to quickly respond to any phone calls, emails or texts. Always ready to act when the perfect home arises so my clients don't miss out on the opportunity to purchase their dream home. Growing up in Shrewsbury and Northborough, living in Upton for 13 years, Florida for 2 years and currently residing on the Mendon-Uxbridge line. I possess a keen understanding of our ever-changing real estate market as well as a desire to share my knowledge, expertise and encounters. I am cognizant of wavering mortgage rates and the different programs available. I find this to be an invaluable tool for my buyers and sellers alike in all respects of the transaction. My certifications include SRS, ABR, RENE, I take pride in working with Realtors from all over the world in relocating families to and from Massachusetts. I attend every inspection whether it's my buyer or my seller. I am pleased to be by your side and assist you in the most complex and largest purchase or sale you'll make to ensure an effortless undertaking and smooth transaction occurs. I belong to the Boston Board of Realtors and National Association of Realtors (NAR). |
SRS (Sales Representative Specialist) ABR (Accredited Buyer's Representative) RENE (Real Estate Negotiation Expert) 
" You're already paying for a mortgage everyday.
Why not make it your own"? Whether you are selling, buying, need to transfer for a new job, move into a larger home because your family is growing
or looking to downsize. I am here to help you with all your real estate needs. Let me guide you through the home buying or selling process. A lot has changed over the years and keeping current with the laws and procedures can be significant and consequential. Give me a call I'm happy to provide you with a complimentary custom comparative market analysis (CMA) of your home. I have the passion and the knowledge to help you... MAKE THE RIGHT MOVE. |
THE SOTHEBY'S INTERNATIONAL REALTY® BRAND
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Luxury should be about your experience,
not your price point.
not your price point.
Gibson Sotheby's
International Realty
International Realty
The Sotheby’s International Realty® brand is a truly global luxury real estate network representing exceptional clients. With brokerages in over 72 countries, 990 offices worldwide and over 22,500 sales associates.
The Sotheby’s International Realty network continues to define the meaning of luxury by providing unparalleled personalized service along with the most exclusive luxury real estate available in the world.
With offices around the world and thousands of distinctive property listings, our network is uniquely positioned to find the perfect home that meets your requirements. Whether you are looking for a serene oceanfront retreat, an urban condominium, a historic estate
or equestrian property I can guide you every step of the way or connect you with one of our experienced network of real estate professionals worldwide.
July 5, 2019
Sotheby's Auction House New York
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Providing Services For Every Stage In The Process
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Selling and Buying
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Outstanding Marketing
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Your Local Expert For MetroWest, Worcester & Norfolk Counties
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AREAS I SERVICE FOR YOUR CONVENIENCE
Location, Location, Location!METROWEST, WORCESTER AND NORFOLK COUNTIES
Upton, Mendon, Medway, Holliston and Hopedale
Northborough, Shrewsbury, Westborough, Southborough Grafton, Hopkinton, Ashland Stow, Acton, Concord, Harvard, Bolton, Boxborough Sherborn, Dover, Framingham, Natick, Sudbury, Wayland Bellingham, Franklin, Milford Marlborough, Hudson, Maynard, Berlin, Clinton Millbury, Sutton, Auburn, Spencer, Worcester Attleboro, N. Attleboro, Wrentham, Foxboro Northbridge, Whitinsville, Blackstone, Uxbridge and more! |
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There's No Place Like Home. Contact Me Today!
Contact me to begin the next chapter of your life.
Let me guide you through your home buying or selling process.
Let me guide you through your home buying or selling process.
420 BOSTON POST ROAD, SUDBURY, MA. 01776
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Mobile: (508) 779-7777
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BRENDA.DEMERS@GIBSONSIR.COM
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Brenda Demers (#9540626) and Gibson Sotheby's International Realty® (#AN5752) are licensed in the state of Massachusetts.
Sotheby’s International Realty® is a registered trademark licensed to Sotheby’s International Realty Affiliates LLC.
Each Office Is Independently Owned and Operated
Sotheby’s International Realty® is a registered trademark licensed to Sotheby’s International Realty Affiliates LLC.
Each Office Is Independently Owned and Operated
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tIPS, tRICKS & REAL ESTATE INFORMATION
Thank you to Byan Brown of Guaranteed Rate Mortgage in Hopkinton
for Lunch at our Broker Open House
8 West Hill Road, Mendon
for Lunch at our Broker Open House
8 West Hill Road, Mendon
LOCAL COMMUNITY HIGHLIGHT
Muffin House Cafe' 5 Fabulous locations: Hopkinton, Medway, Mendon, Natick and Westwood
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Red Barn Coffee at Angel's Cafe'. Hopkinton, MA
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TOTAL SALES FOR SINGLE FAMILY HOMES
2ND QUARTER 2022
2ND QUARTER 2022
TOTAL SALES FOR SINGLE FAMILY HOMES IN 2020
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UPDATE ON COVID 19
CORONAVIRUS AND THE REAL ESTATE MARKET
As leading experts in our fields, we are constantly asked what impact the Coronavirus is having on the residential real estate market in our area. It’s certainly a complicated matter. Real estate is more of a skill rather than a science. In all my years of experience, I can assure you that we’ve faced many challenges. We went from the height of the market in 2005 to the crash in 2008 which suddenly slowed the residential side of real estate and flipped the switch from a seller’s market to a buyer’s market instantly. In 2011 we started to see another change to a neutral market and since 2013 it’s been growing into a seller’s market once again. It’s also shown a moderately healthier increase than the market has seen before. Nonetheless this is not a scenario the market has battled previously.
WHAT ARE WE EXPERIENCING TODAY
We are still busy. The most popular price ranges that buyers are still visiting zealously is $600,000 and under. While “open houses” have essentially ceased, the private showings in that price range are still high in numbers. People are certainly more cautious about what they touch and how long they stay in each home but it remains active. In some cases when homes have been priced right, we are still seeing bidding wars. The people that still have to buy and sell right now are continuing to buy and sell but, motivation is becoming more of a factor. People that have been casually looking have completely stopped and they will likely be in hibernation mode until this is over. The more affluent buyers of our area are showing to be a bit more secure in their jobs at this time. Homes from $600,000 to $1Million are still getting views and offers, the difference is we are seeing more negotiations taking place. Over $1Million is seeing the least amount of action right now. Having a strong team that communicates or even over-communicates is vital. Attorneys and lenders are working with us harder than ever to keep things moving along, keep closing dates on schedule, following any daily changes to rules that apply and making sure homes still close. It’s important to know there may be a bump or two along the way but, closings are happening daily. Everyone is doing their part to adjust, stay focused and achieve the same outcome before the virus knocked on our doors.
REGARDING NEW CONSTRUCTION
Most builders (depending on their size) become timid in times like these because they don’t want to carry a project through any delays, never mind one with so many variables and moving dates such as what we are experiencing with the Coronavirus. As a result, some local builders may want to wait this out. We encourage our builder clients not to be afraid as our seasons are going to be delayed and we will be busy through 2021 playing catch up.
PREDICITIONS MOVING FORWARD
In our area of residential real estate, we have seasons. March through June 30th is our busiest season for putting homes under contract. July and August slow down dramatically due to seasonal travel between school years and many at their 2nd homes. It picks up again in September through the end of November and slows down again December, January and February (depending on the weather). This year was unseasonably warm and unusually busy through February but, things gradually slowed down in March as the fears of Coronavirus stepped in. Once the virus is “under control” and restaurants and shops re-open, it won’t take long before consumers regain their confidence. With that said there is a moving date on the calendar as to when everything will be “under control” and allow the start of our true busy season to begin. When this is over, we predict the inventory will grow quickly. If you are considering putting your home on the market, now is the time to talk about that and be ready to act fast so you can be one of the first ones available to home buyers.
DISCLAIMER
As previously stated, this is uncharted territory for most industries but especially ours which is dependent on so many outside factors. These predictions are based on experience compared to research in urban, suburban and rural areas specific to Massachusetts and our feeder markets. There are no guarantees during these times of uncertainty. Feel free to give me a call if you’d like to discuss this further.
Brenda
Remember…when nothing is certain, anything is possible
WHAT ARE WE EXPERIENCING TODAY
We are still busy. The most popular price ranges that buyers are still visiting zealously is $600,000 and under. While “open houses” have essentially ceased, the private showings in that price range are still high in numbers. People are certainly more cautious about what they touch and how long they stay in each home but it remains active. In some cases when homes have been priced right, we are still seeing bidding wars. The people that still have to buy and sell right now are continuing to buy and sell but, motivation is becoming more of a factor. People that have been casually looking have completely stopped and they will likely be in hibernation mode until this is over. The more affluent buyers of our area are showing to be a bit more secure in their jobs at this time. Homes from $600,000 to $1Million are still getting views and offers, the difference is we are seeing more negotiations taking place. Over $1Million is seeing the least amount of action right now. Having a strong team that communicates or even over-communicates is vital. Attorneys and lenders are working with us harder than ever to keep things moving along, keep closing dates on schedule, following any daily changes to rules that apply and making sure homes still close. It’s important to know there may be a bump or two along the way but, closings are happening daily. Everyone is doing their part to adjust, stay focused and achieve the same outcome before the virus knocked on our doors.
REGARDING NEW CONSTRUCTION
Most builders (depending on their size) become timid in times like these because they don’t want to carry a project through any delays, never mind one with so many variables and moving dates such as what we are experiencing with the Coronavirus. As a result, some local builders may want to wait this out. We encourage our builder clients not to be afraid as our seasons are going to be delayed and we will be busy through 2021 playing catch up.
PREDICITIONS MOVING FORWARD
In our area of residential real estate, we have seasons. March through June 30th is our busiest season for putting homes under contract. July and August slow down dramatically due to seasonal travel between school years and many at their 2nd homes. It picks up again in September through the end of November and slows down again December, January and February (depending on the weather). This year was unseasonably warm and unusually busy through February but, things gradually slowed down in March as the fears of Coronavirus stepped in. Once the virus is “under control” and restaurants and shops re-open, it won’t take long before consumers regain their confidence. With that said there is a moving date on the calendar as to when everything will be “under control” and allow the start of our true busy season to begin. When this is over, we predict the inventory will grow quickly. If you are considering putting your home on the market, now is the time to talk about that and be ready to act fast so you can be one of the first ones available to home buyers.
DISCLAIMER
As previously stated, this is uncharted territory for most industries but especially ours which is dependent on so many outside factors. These predictions are based on experience compared to research in urban, suburban and rural areas specific to Massachusetts and our feeder markets. There are no guarantees during these times of uncertainty. Feel free to give me a call if you’d like to discuss this further.
Brenda
Remember…when nothing is certain, anything is possible
MEDIAN HOME PRICES RISE!
YOUR NEW HOME AND YOUR PETS
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BENEFITS TO OWNING vs RENTING
WHY YOUR REALTOR WANTS YOU TO BOTHER THEM
Real estate agents hear this all the time…
“I wish I had called you before. But I just didn’t want to bother you. I know you’re busy…”
…after it is too late.
There are times when you might feel like you shouldn’t “bother” the real estate agent you know. (Could be your friend, a neighbor, your brother-in-law, cousin, your sister…)
Maybe you’re truly trying to be considerate.
But, maybe it’s because you’re not even aware that you should.
Or, you just don’t want to feel obligated or pushed into doing something. (Despite what many people think, most agents are not pushy. Most are the exact opposite.)
So, let’s go over a few times that you should “bother” your real estate agent. Because it really isn’t a bother.
In fact, we’ll get into why it will bother them if you don’t reach out to them for any of these things.
1. YOU JUST WANT TO CHECK OUT A HOUSE.
You see a house online. Or a For Sale sign. Maybe even just stumble across an open house.
You’re not all that serious about buying a house. Maybe you’re only just starting to think about it. Or, maybe you have no desire at all to move, and you’re just curious and want to take a peek.
So, you don’t want to “bother” the agent you know to show you the house.
Instead, you call the listing agent. Or some random agent you don’t even know. Or just walk right into the open house.
Next thing you know, you love the house. You’re making an offer. The offer is accepted. And then you regret it. Or problems come up. Or the process is miserable. Or you don’t feel like the agent you’re dealing with is giving you the best advice.
And that’s when you call the agent you know.
Too late. At that point, the agent you know can’t help. (Or at least shouldn’t…) Because now you are represented by another agent. The agent you know can get in a lot of trouble for even giving you friendly advice.
As innocent as it seems, when you just want to go see a house… you are inadvertently making a bigger decision than you think — you are deciding who will represent your interests, advise you, and help you through the process.
Even if you just go see a house with another agent, and before you even make an offer you decide to have the agent you know write up the offer and represent you… the agent who simply showed you the house could claim you as their client. It’s called “procuring cause”. I won’t get into the details here, but it can become messy.
You’re better off calling the agent you know to show you the house in the first place. You won’t be considered a bother.
What will bother him is to have to bite his tongue and not give you the help you want further into the process.
2. YOU WANT TO KNOW HOW MUCH A HOUSE IS WORTH.
Maybe you’re just curious about how much your home is worth. Or, maybe you’re actually thinking of selling. It might be because you want to get a feel for your net worth.
Nowadays, you can hop online and check out any number of sites that will give you the value of your home.
So, why “bother” the agent you know about this?
Because most of what you will find online is highly inaccurate to begin with. They are “automated” valuations. They are based upon data and algorithms. They have never even seen the inside of your home. They do not take into account your local market conditions.
And if you base your hopes, dreams, and decisions off of an inaccurate value, that can hurt you quite a bit.
Again, asking the agent you know to do an analysis and give you a true market value… not a bother.
But, it would be bothersome to hear that you’ve based important life decisions off of an inaccurate value once it’s too late.
3. YOU ARE CONSIDERING A HOME IMPROVEMENT PROJECT.
The real estate agent you know probably isn’t an architect. Or a builder, a plumber, an electrician, a painter, etc. So, they probably can’t advise you about the ins and outs of a specific project or costs.
But once you have a sense of the proposed cost of a project, before you just pull the trigger and move forward, you really should “bother” your agent for their input.
Putting on an addition? That will surely increase the value.
A kitchen or bathroom remodel? Yep, your house will be worth more.
But will the value increase more than the amount you spent? Will that matter in your situation? Will the choices you make in decor, layout, or fixtures appeal to a buyer down the road? Does that even matter, given your future plans?
All questions and thoughts your agent can get into with you. Before you spend the money and go through the headaches of a huge project.
On the other hand, if you go forward with a home improvement project and spend, let’s say $60,000, and then call your agent…
You could seriously regret how much you spent, or even doing the project at all.
Your agent doesn’t want to break the news to you that your home is only worth $38,000 more after you spent $60,000. There is no joy in that. There is nothing that can be done at that point.
That’s just three examples. There are certainly more. But you get the point…
So, reach out to your agent before you do anything real estate related… and just trust that it isn’t a “bother”.
Real estate agents hear this all the time…
“I wish I had called you before. But I just didn’t want to bother you. I know you’re busy…”
…after it is too late.
There are times when you might feel like you shouldn’t “bother” the real estate agent you know. (Could be your friend, a neighbor, your brother-in-law, cousin, your sister…)
Maybe you’re truly trying to be considerate.
But, maybe it’s because you’re not even aware that you should.
Or, you just don’t want to feel obligated or pushed into doing something. (Despite what many people think, most agents are not pushy. Most are the exact opposite.)
So, let’s go over a few times that you should “bother” your real estate agent. Because it really isn’t a bother.
In fact, we’ll get into why it will bother them if you don’t reach out to them for any of these things.
1. YOU JUST WANT TO CHECK OUT A HOUSE.
You see a house online. Or a For Sale sign. Maybe even just stumble across an open house.
You’re not all that serious about buying a house. Maybe you’re only just starting to think about it. Or, maybe you have no desire at all to move, and you’re just curious and want to take a peek.
So, you don’t want to “bother” the agent you know to show you the house.
Instead, you call the listing agent. Or some random agent you don’t even know. Or just walk right into the open house.
Next thing you know, you love the house. You’re making an offer. The offer is accepted. And then you regret it. Or problems come up. Or the process is miserable. Or you don’t feel like the agent you’re dealing with is giving you the best advice.
And that’s when you call the agent you know.
Too late. At that point, the agent you know can’t help. (Or at least shouldn’t…) Because now you are represented by another agent. The agent you know can get in a lot of trouble for even giving you friendly advice.
As innocent as it seems, when you just want to go see a house… you are inadvertently making a bigger decision than you think — you are deciding who will represent your interests, advise you, and help you through the process.
Even if you just go see a house with another agent, and before you even make an offer you decide to have the agent you know write up the offer and represent you… the agent who simply showed you the house could claim you as their client. It’s called “procuring cause”. I won’t get into the details here, but it can become messy.
You’re better off calling the agent you know to show you the house in the first place. You won’t be considered a bother.
What will bother him is to have to bite his tongue and not give you the help you want further into the process.
2. YOU WANT TO KNOW HOW MUCH A HOUSE IS WORTH.
Maybe you’re just curious about how much your home is worth. Or, maybe you’re actually thinking of selling. It might be because you want to get a feel for your net worth.
Nowadays, you can hop online and check out any number of sites that will give you the value of your home.
So, why “bother” the agent you know about this?
Because most of what you will find online is highly inaccurate to begin with. They are “automated” valuations. They are based upon data and algorithms. They have never even seen the inside of your home. They do not take into account your local market conditions.
And if you base your hopes, dreams, and decisions off of an inaccurate value, that can hurt you quite a bit.
Again, asking the agent you know to do an analysis and give you a true market value… not a bother.
But, it would be bothersome to hear that you’ve based important life decisions off of an inaccurate value once it’s too late.
3. YOU ARE CONSIDERING A HOME IMPROVEMENT PROJECT.
The real estate agent you know probably isn’t an architect. Or a builder, a plumber, an electrician, a painter, etc. So, they probably can’t advise you about the ins and outs of a specific project or costs.
But once you have a sense of the proposed cost of a project, before you just pull the trigger and move forward, you really should “bother” your agent for their input.
Putting on an addition? That will surely increase the value.
A kitchen or bathroom remodel? Yep, your house will be worth more.
But will the value increase more than the amount you spent? Will that matter in your situation? Will the choices you make in decor, layout, or fixtures appeal to a buyer down the road? Does that even matter, given your future plans?
All questions and thoughts your agent can get into with you. Before you spend the money and go through the headaches of a huge project.
On the other hand, if you go forward with a home improvement project and spend, let’s say $60,000, and then call your agent…
You could seriously regret how much you spent, or even doing the project at all.
Your agent doesn’t want to break the news to you that your home is only worth $38,000 more after you spent $60,000. There is no joy in that. There is nothing that can be done at that point.
That’s just three examples. There are certainly more. But you get the point…
So, reach out to your agent before you do anything real estate related… and just trust that it isn’t a “bother”.
EQUITY AND YOUR HOME!
WOULD YOU LIKE TO MAKE THE MOVE TO A LARGER HOME?
Your home equity is the difference between the current market value of your home and your current mortgage balance(s).
The more equity you have, the more financing options may be available to you.
Interested in a free custom market analysis (CMA) of your home to see what it's worth?
Give me a call and let's see if you can MAKE THE MOVE.
Your home equity is the difference between the current market value of your home and your current mortgage balance(s).
The more equity you have, the more financing options may be available to you.
Interested in a free custom market analysis (CMA) of your home to see what it's worth?
Give me a call and let's see if you can MAKE THE MOVE.
wHAT TO KNOW ABOUT BUYING A HOME
WHAT IS ESCROW?
