Sylvia, Debra, and Chris were such a pleasure to work with for our first home buying search! No…read moreteam could better weather the craziness of the market and still provide such solid results! Everyone was very responsive, listened to our needs, and helped us craft the perfect offer. We needed some hand holding at the beginning and Sylvia really helped us drill down to find where were were looking to buy, what we should be looking out for when it comes to the house itself and home inspections, and how to get creative on offer strategies. Sylvia and her team were there throughout the whole process from finding the perfect home to guiding us though the paperwork to complete the purchase and even greeting us on our our first day in the home. Everyone was so helpful and friendly it really felt like we were working with friends. The professional referrals that Sylvia gave us for reputable mortage lenders, home inspectors, even painters was so helpful to us being in a new area we cannot thank her enough! I've already recommended friends and colleauges to Sylvia for their home buying needs and look forward to working together in the future!

Sylvia and Debra were amazing. We had an awesome experience as first time homebuyers…read more Sylvia has a ton of useful emails and tips to guide us through the process. She also referred us to wonderful professionals to fill out our team. Sylvia was extremely attentive to our likes and dislikes. She provided honest feedback about the houses we looked at, and was extremely helpful about educating us on the key things to look for when buying a house in a competitive market. While their team is based in the north shore, Sylvia and her team were extremely flexible - we would send properties outside of her normal area and she would be willing to work with us on a last minute notice. She always found a way to make it work into her schedule. Sylvia and team were incredibly responsive. Last but not least, Sylvia was extremely helpful in helping us create a competitive offer. Even in a competitive market, she helped us land a wonderful home in a short timeframe. We had many positive memories in the house search with Sylvia and team... would highly recommend her if you need a qualified team to help you in your search.

If you are looking for buying or selling your beautiful home, I recommend you to make a choice you…read morewill never regret! A professional team of realtors at Willian Raveis, is: Sarah Lubeck and Abby Rausch!! These are two very qualified realtors with special qualities : friendly, knowledgeable, competent, considerate, superb communication with their client, trustworthy, reliable, attention to detail, excellent marketing skills, you name it they got it!! Hiring these two professionals ( it is a team) you will never ever be sorry!! We were 1500 miles away and they have taken care of business during our absence! We never had to worry about anything, our garage door got locked up, and they took care of that too! In the dead of winter, they sold our home within 90 days after listing it! They professionally staged the house, took videos and photos and advertised it worldwide! A superb job I could not ask for anything better than that!! THANK YOU SARAH AND ABBY!!

We partnered with Sarah on the purchase of our first home. She came to us in way of a friend's…read morerecommendation and we couldn't be happier. Sarah was professional but approachable. Since this was our first home purchase, we were quite nervous about the process and what to expect. Sarah helped us through what could have been a daunting journey with use ease. She 100% crushed it for us and we feel so grateful for everything she did for us. She knows her stuff that's for sure, and a lot about the community she's in. We couldn't have done it without her and the team she assembled around us.

We ran across Harborside Realty while researching the North Shore area for our relocation from…read moreFlorida. If Harborside Realty as a team is anything like Dick McKinley as an individual, then I give them an A+. I highly recommend Dick McKinley as your go to guy for real estate. Dick is super professional, never intimidating and he's so friendly that you just want to buy what he's selling (no strong arming needed)! Dick always responds to email and phone calls promptly which is so important in real estate. I had a question (unrelated to the property) that Dick was unsure of and he made a call on the spot to get the answer for me. He took the time needed to show us the property and never made us feel rushed the way some other local realtors had done. Again, if you're looking for a realtor or property, check out Harborside Realty and Dick McKinley!

Matt Dolan did an outstanding job, working with the team of Dick McKinley and Mike Canniscio. He…read moresmoothed out the bumps along the way working as a true professional so that the home inspection and closing went smoothly. I would give Matt and the Harborside team five stars. My only caveat is the house staging firm Ta Do Ta Done was not as professional and if I had to do it again would have used a different staging company. Thank You Matt, Dick and Mike for taking the stress out of what is often a stressful transaction.

Rich Rosa was fantastic. My wife and I were searching for a north-of-Boston home while living on…read morethe West Coast and Rich made the process SO much easier. 1) Great communicator with excellent attention to detail 2) Great at anticipating questions and getting you in touch with good professionals for different parts of process (home inspectors, RE lawyers etc) and helping you find a good one. 3) Great at raising questions that a home listing won't tell you (what is the home near/not near? busy street?) 4) He's not just firing his own ideas at you, he listens and works with what YOU want. If you're an engineer type like me, he'll give you a spreadsheet market analysis, if you are are more mood and feel, he will speak to that. 5) Great negotiator 6) Super punctual and responsive, we pulled off a 30-day closing window which wouldn't have been possible w/o Rich's professionalism I could go on. So glad we found him.

Rich was a great agent as he helped us buy our first house! He helped us navigate the process from…read morestart to finish. He was very thorough when looking at houses with us and pointed out things to look out for that we would have otherwise missed. He worked diligently on our behalf from the time we hired him as our agent through closing. In that time we saw quite a few houses and made several offers, but not once did we ever feel pressured by Rich - he very much works for his clients and is not at all pushy, which we sincerely appreciated! I would recommend Rich to anyone looking to buy a home in Greater Boston!

What sets Colleen apart from other realtors is not just her expertise, but her character. In an…read moreindustry that can often feel fast-paced and sales-driven, Colleen is patient, kind, and never pushy. She prioritizes people over transactions and ensures that her clients feel supported, informed, and confident throughout the entire process. During our home-buying journey, there were many frustrating and stressful moments. At times, the process felt overwhelming and discouraging. Through it all, Colleen remained a steady source of positivity and reassurance. She was always reachable when we needed her, no matter the time or circumstance. Her responsiveness and calm demeanor gave us confidence when we needed it most. What impressed us most was her honesty. On more than one occasion, Colleen advised us that a house we were considering was not right for us. Rather than focusing on making a sale, she focused on making sure we made the right decision for our family. That level of integrity is rare and speaks volumes about her values as a businesswoman. Colleen's support went far beyond showing homes and negotiating contracts. She guided us through a difficult process with empathy, professionalism, and genuine care. Because of her, what could have been an overwhelmingly negative experience became one we look back on with gratitude. Colleen Toner represents the very best of what a businesswoman should be: experienced, ethical, compassionate, and deeply committed to the people she serves. Her impact goes far beyond real estate transactions -- she builds trust, confidence, and lasting relationships.

Colleen and her team are fantastic-no need to look any further. She was professional,…read moreknowledgeable, and very responsive throughout the entire process. When challenges came up, Colleen handled them calmly and kept everything on track. What could have been stressful felt smooth and manageable. Highly recommend Toner Real Estate.

My family used McNamara Realty when we were looking to move to the North Shore. They found us…read moreexactly what we were looking for and exactly on our timeline. They were extremely friendly and professional. The service they provided to us during such a chaotic time of trying to buy a new home was invaluable. I can't say enough positive things about our experience with McNamara Realty. We are happily in our new home and wouldn't be without them!

From the owner: Chris is a widely respected member of the local real estate industry, and his track record of…read morehelping sellers and buyers remains spotless - a record he attributes to an unwavering commitment to placing his client’s best interest first at all times, providing over the top one-on-one service every step of the way, and leveraging exceptional emotional intelligence.

My husband and I worked with Holly during our move from Houston, TX to Boston. We were so pleased…read morewith her terrific service and would highly recommend her to anyone looking for housing in the Boston area. She was incredibly responsive to all of our questions, and would respond to email usually immediately but always within a couple of hours. She's also incredibly knowledgeable about the Boston area. We relied on her expertise heavily regarding neighborhoods to consider or avoid. We also work in different parts of the city, and she was able to help us find neighborhoods that would be a convenient commute for both of us. She would even go so far as to recommend which bus/train that we could take for commuting from each area. Throughout our experience working with her, we felt like we were truly a top priority for her and that she fully understood our needs/wants for our new apartment. Every unit that she sent us was exactly what we were looking for. Overall, her advice and guidance throughout this move were invaluable. I recommend her without hesitation to anyone looking in the Boston area!

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I highly recommend Dick McKinley as your go to guy for real estate. Dick is super professional,…read morenever intimidating and he's so friendly that you just want to buy what he's selling (no strong arming needed)! Dick always responds to email and phone calls promptly which is so important in real estate. I had a question (unrelated to the property) that Dick was unsure of and he made a call on the spot to get the answer for me. He took the time needed to show us the property and never made us feel rushed the way some other local realtors had done. Again, if you're looking for a realtor or property, check out Harborside Realty and Dick McKinley!

Dick was a great asset during my home search. He was helpful in the homes that he recommended and…read moreknew the neighborhoods. He was able to answer all of my first time home buying questions and recommend homes in several different neighborhoods of the towns that I was interested in. We went to several homes and each time, Dick was able to see what problems might be present in the homes and suggest what repair or maintenance work may need to be performed. He is also well connected, and was able to refer me to a great real estate lawyer and home inspector. He helped me to figure out what I wanted and what I needed in my home and neighborhood, and was available for every step of the purchase. When I fell in love with the home that I ultimately purchased, Dick kept a cool head and negotiated my purchase price to $15k lower! I highly recommend him to any one searching for a home in the North Shore area, as he is a great resource and negotiator.

Elizabeth helped my partner and I buy our first home in JP and she was fantastic. She was very…read morehelpful during every step of the process and really knows her stuff. She is very responsive; we never had to wait more that ~15 min for a response to a question. We have already recommended her to friends and will continue to do so!

Before working with Elizabeth, we had been trying to buy a house for over 2 years with no success…read more We now own our first house after working with Elizabeth for just 3 months. She made the home buying process smooth and took a lot of work and stress off our shoulders. She's great at negotiating, which is extremely helpful for first time buyers. She gives you helpful advice during the process and communicates well with the seller's agent or the town in order to answer any questions you may have. Not only do we own our first house, but we got our dream home. Even after closing, she is extremely helpful and a great resource. We couldn't be happier with our experience working with her.