Meet the Realtors

Lynn Creighton

William Raveis Chapman Enstone
Newport, Rhode Island
(401) 345-6886

YEARS IN BUSINESS14

WHAT TYPES OF HOUSES HAVE RETAINED THEIR MARKET VALUE? Second home and vacation home properties have become important investments due to price corrections in the market.

WHAT ARE THE EMERGING MARKETS FOR SECOND HOMES? Waterfront properties continue to be strong investment options.

WHAT'S THE SINGLE MOST IMPORTANT THING FOR BUYERS TO CONSIDER IN THE CURRENT MARKET? The condition of the home in relation to the market value becomes an important factor.

WHAT'S THE ONE BEST THING THAT SELLERS CAN DO TO MAKE THEIR HOME MOST ATTRACTIVE TO BUYERS? Clear the clutter and thin out the furnishings to show the value of the structure itself.                                                                                                                          

WHAT WILL BE THE HOTTEST AREA IN YOUR TERRITORY THIS YEAR? Waterfront properties are always the most sought after investments. 

MOST NOTABLE RECENT SALE? Newport has seen some major sales even in this current market.

Carol Hopkins and Ginny Prichett  

Island Realty
Jamestown, Rhode Island
(401) 423-2200

YEARS IN BUSINESS 10

WHAT TYPES OF HOUSES HAVE RETAINED THEIR MARKET VALUE? Waterfront homes, water view homes, village homes and homes offering unique settings near the coast. 

WHAT ARE THE EMERGING MARKETS FOR SECOND HOMES? Homes that provide good long term investments and that elusive "perfect getaway" year round.

WHAT'S THE SINGLE MOST IMPORTANT THING FOR BUYERS TO CONSIDER IN THE CURRENT MARKET? Nothing has changed in owning a home. When the buyer chooses, it must make sense to them financially, and answer to that emotional description of "home" that they are dreaming of.

WHAT'S THE ONE BEST THING THAT SELLERS CAN DO TO MAKE THEIR HOME MOST ATTRACTIVE TO BUYERS? Create a welcoming environment that allows the buyer to envision themselves living in the space.

WHAT WILL BE THE HOTTEST AREA IN YOUR TERRITORY THIS YEAR? Nothing has changed in this regard:  waterfront, water view and sweet cottages that evoke home near the water.

MOST NOTABLE RECENT SALE? A waterfront home which had been on the market for years in excess of five million dollars.

Mandy Sheriff

J. Barrett & Company
Manchester, Massachusetts
(978) 526-8555

YEARS IN BUSINESS 7

WHAT TYPES OF HOUSES HAVE RETAINED THEIR MARKET VALUE? Properties without deferred maintenance have held up best in this market – fewer surprises upon inspection.

WHAT ARE THE EMERGING MARKETS FOR SECOND HOMES? Turn-key properties that are not too burdensome or expensive to carry.

WHAT'S THE SINGLE MOST IMPORTANT THING FOR BUYERS TO CONSIDER IN THE CURRENT MARKET? Interest rates are low and sellers are more realistic – great time for buying opportunities!
 

WHAT'S THE ONE BEST THING THAT SELLERS CAN DO TO MAKE THEIR HOME MOST ATTRACTIVE TO BUYERS? Maintain your house inside and out!  Most buyers know to look for unexpected problems.
 

WHAT WILL BE THE HOTTEST AREA IN YOUR TERRITORY THIS YEAR? Manchester and Essex – strong schools and low taxes. 

MOST NOTABLE RECENT SALE? 5 Main Drive, Wenham – a unique property in today's market.

Deb Vivian

J. Barrett & Company
Beverly, Massachusetts
(978) 922-2700

YEARS IN BUSINESS 17
 

WHAT TYPES OF HOUSES HAVE RETAINED THEIR MARKET VALUE? Homes that have been recently updated, well maintained and landscaped. Proximity to town is also important.
 

WHAT ARE THE EMERGING MARKETS FOR SECOND HOMES? Maintenance-free affordable homes and condominiums.
 

WHAT'S THE SINGLE MOST IMPORTANT THING FOR BUYERS TO CONSIDER IN THE CURRENT MARKET? Are they getting a good value?
 

WHAT'S THE ONE BEST THING THAT SELLERS CAN DO TO MAKE THEIR HOME MOST ATTRACTIVE TO BUYERS? De-clutter, de-personalize and stage.
 

WHAT WILL BE THE HOTTEST AREA IN YOUR TERRITORY THIS YEAR? Areas in which there are well maintained, smaller homes with energy efficient systems. 

MOST NOTABLE RECENT SALE? Turn of the century farmhouse adjacent to established neighborhood. 

Beth Dickerson

Gibson Sotheby's
Back Bay, Boston, Massachusetts
(617) 510-8565

YEARS IN BUSINESS 26
 

WHAT TYPES OF HOUSES HAVE RETAINED THEIR MARKET VALUE? Houses that have been renovated within the last few years, garage parking on-site, outdoor space, and location, location.

WHAT ARE THE EMERGING MARKETS FOR SECOND HOMES? Full-service doorman buildings with amenables. 

WHAT'S THE SINGLE MOST IMPORTANT THING FOR BUYERS TO CONSIDER IN THE CURRENT MARKET? Make sure you do your homework and, if you're financing, that you're pre-qualified.

WHAT'S THE ONE BEST THING THAT SELLERS CAN DO TO MAKE THEIR HOME MOST ATTRACTIVE TO BUYERS? De-clutter, re-paint, and polish the home. Remove too many photos, bring warmness, welcoming, inviting.

WHAT WILL BE THE HOTTEST AREA IN YOUR TERRITORY THIS YEAR? Back Bay, Beacon Hill, South End, waterfront. 

MOST NOTABLE RECENT SALE? 51 Commonwealth Avenue #PH. $10,800,000.