Carol Martino Realtor Services

Realtor · Coldwell Banker Realty · Lynnfield, Massachusetts

6:28 PM in Lynnfield Directions

Here is what working with Carol Martino in Lynnfield typically covers, from the first consultation to closing day. Services and terms vary, so confirm the details in your written agreement.

Buyer services

Buyer strategy session

Clarifies budget, loan pre-approval status and the representation agreement now required in Massachusetts.

Showings in Lynnfield

Scheduling private tours, previewing listings and flagging issues worth a closer look.

Offer strategy and negotiation

Comparable sales, offer terms, contingencies and inspection negotiations.

Getting to the closing table

Coordinating with the lender, title or escrow office and the other agent so nothing slips.

Seller services

Listing price strategy

Comparable sales and current competition used to set a realistic asking price.

Pre-listing checklist

Which repairs are worth doing, decluttering and photo-day preparation.

MLS listing and marketing

Listing on the local MLS and syndication to the major home-search sites.

Showings, offers and closing

Scheduling showings, reviewing offers and managing the contract to closing.

How a typical transaction works

ConsultA first conversation about goals, budget and timing — and a written agreement that spells out services and compensation.
PrepareBuyers get pre-approved; sellers review a pricing analysis and prepare the home for photos.
Market & tourListings go live on the MLS; buyers tour homes and compare recent sales.
NegotiateOffers, counteroffers, inspection requests and appraisal issues are worked through.
CloseFinal walk-through and signing with the title or escrow company under Massachusetts rules.

Typical costs on a Lynnfield home

Illustrative figures for a home at the local typical value of $1,105,557. Real numbers depend on your agreement, lender and title company.

Item	Rate	On $1.11M
Listing-side commission (negotiable)	2.5–3%	$27,639–$33,167
Buyer-side compensation (negotiable)	2–3%	$22,111–$33,167
Buyer closing costs (lender, title, escrow)	2–5%	$22,111–$55,278
Home inspection	flat	$350–$600

Every percentage above is negotiable and is set in the written agreement. Typical value from the Zillow Home Value Index (August 2026).

Areas around Lynnfield

Wakefield, MA2.6 mi · $819K Woburn, MA6.7 mi · $759K Burlington, MA7.9 mi · $877K Swampscott, MA8.1 mi · $828K Beverly, MA8.7 mi · $763K Revere, MA9.2 mi · $614K Andover, MA9.4 mi · $1,000K Marblehead, MA10 mi · $1.05M

Questions about these services

How are real estate agents paid in Massachusetts?

Compensation is negotiable and set out in writing. Sellers sign a listing agreement; since August 2024 buyers sign a written buyer agreement before touring homes with an agent, stating what the agent will be paid and by whom.

Does Carol Martino work with both buyers and sellers?

Most agents and brokerages represent both, but not in the same transaction without written consent. Ask how Carol Martino handles dual agency or designated agency under Massachusetts law.

What should I prepare before the first meeting?

Buyers: a mortgage pre-approval, a target budget and a list of must-haves. Sellers: your mortgage payoff estimate, a list of upgrades with dates, and any HOA or survey documents.