Lisa Sevajian Group
Case studies · Sellers and buyers · North Andover MA · Review from 2018
How Did a North Andover MA Seller Get the Price and Find the Next Home?
The quick answer: A seller in North Andover MA needed the right price for their home and a new home in the area they wanted next. Lisa Sevajian got to know what they needed first. Then she marketed the home's strengths for the best offer and walked them through every step. They got the price and found their new home.
You've got one tab open to your own house and three more open to houses in a town you've never lived in.
You'd think the scary part is selling. For most people, it's not knowing where they'll land.
You worry the sale won't bring enough. You worry the next home won't show up in time. If you feel pulled in both directions, you aren't alone.
Here's how one seller in North Andover MA got both. No names, just their real story from their review.
What was the situation?
A homeowner in North Andover MA was ready to sell and buy. They hired me as their listing agent, the one who runs the sale of your home.
They had a clear list for the next home. They also had a new area in mind. That part of the plan mattered as much as the sale.
What made it hard?
When you sell and buy, you're planning two lives at once. There's the home you're leaving and the one you're moving into.
If the sale comes up short, the next home can slip away. If you don't know where you're going, it's hard to say yes to any offer. On top of all that, this seller had a lot of questions. That's normal.
How do I help in a move like this?
I start with you, not the house. What do you need in the next home? What would you love to have? Where do you want to wake up on a Saturday?
Then we plan the sale. Before you choose a price, I walk you through three things. First, what sellers accepted recently and why they picked that buyer. Next, every home for sale within 5 miles in your price range. Last, the accurate similar sales from the last 30 days. Our sellers choose their path. We bring the plan.
For the marketing, I find what your home does best and make sure buyers see it. Photos, online ads, social media and MLS PIN, the main listing service in Massachusetts, all work together.
You also get me for every step. Every call, every email, every question, answered.
What happened?
I took the time to learn what this seller wanted in a new home and in a new area. Then I marketed the home across many kinds of media and online tools, built around its strengths.
The seller said it brought the most buyers and the best offer they could imagine. They got the price for the home. They found their new home too.
They said I walked them through every step and answered every question they sent. They also said they don't think either one would have happened without that work.
“Lisa truly sees the potential of each property and markets its strengths to optimize your traffic.”
A home seller and buyer in North Andover MA, Realtor.com testimonial, 2018
What does this mean for you?
The right price and the right next home aren't two separate jobs. They start with the same question: what do you need your life to look like after the move?
If you've been searching "how to sell my house and buy another in North Andover MA," start with your list for the next home. It works the same if you're staying in town or moving to Andover MA or Salem NH.
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About Lisa Sevajian
Buying, Lisa Sevajian makes sure you don't overpay. Selling, she makes sure you don't say yes to too little. Lisa Sevajian is a Realtor with the Lisa Sevajian Group at eXp Realty. The Lisa Sevajian Group is licensed in Massachusetts and New Hampshire. She has guided almost 2,000 families through buying and selling and has ranked in the top 1.5% of over 1.4 million Realtors nationwide, verified by RealTrends. She serves North Andover MA, Andover MA, Amesbury MA, Newburyport MA, Haverhill MA, Methuen MA, Salisbury MA, Boxford MA, Topsfield MA, Georgetown MA, Groveland MA, Tewksbury MA, Wilmington MA, Reading MA, North Reading MA, Middleton MA, Danvers MA, Salem MA, Peabody MA, Windham NH, Salem NH, Londonderry NH, Derry NH, Pelham NH, Plaistow NH, Nashua NH, Manchester NH, Atkinson NH, Hampton NH and Portsmouth NH. Call Lisa Sevajian at 978-457-3406.
Questions people ask
How do I sell my house and buy another in North Andover MA?
Start with your list for the next home and your two lender approvals. Then set the order: sell first, buy with a condition, or close both the same week.
How do I get the best price when I sell my house in North Andover MA?
Know what buyers can choose today, then market what your home does best. The price you choose and the marketing have to work together.
Who decides the list price when I sell my house in Massachusetts?
You do. Your Realtor shows you what sellers accepted recently, what's for sale near you and the accurate similar sales. Then you choose.
How is a house marketed when it's listed in Massachusetts?
It goes on MLS PIN, the main listing service, plus photos, online ads and social media. The goal is for the right buyers to see your home's strengths fast.
Should I sell first or buy first in North Andover MA?
If you can't carry two homes, sell first or line up both closings. If you can carry both for a short time, buying first takes the pressure off.
Can I sell in North Andover MA and buy in Salem NH?
Yes. Many people cross the border when they move. The Lisa Sevajian Group is licensed in Massachusetts and New Hampshire, so one plan can cover both.
How do I pick a new town to move to in Massachusetts or New Hampshire?
Start with how you want your days to feel. Then check the commute, the taxes and the full monthly cost in each town on your list.
What does a listing agent do for a seller?
A listing agent runs the sale of your home. That means the plan, the marketing, the showings, the offers and every step to closing.
What should I ask before I list my house in North Andover MA?
Ask how your home will be marketed, how offers will be reviewed and how fast your questions will be answered.
How long does it take to sell a house and buy another in Massachusetts?
It depends on the market, your price and the dates in both contracts. Most people try to line up both closings so they only move once.
Sources
- Realtor.com: client testimonials for Lisa Sevajian (reported)
- MLS PIN, the Massachusetts listing service (official)
- Consumer Financial Protection Bureau: Buying a house (official)
- Mass.gov: Property Transfer Lead Paint Notification (official)
Client stories are shared without names. Every detail comes from the client's own published review.
This is general information, not legal, tax or lending advice. Check with your attorney, lender and CPA before you decide.
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