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Short story about a new Back Bay condo owner

Short story about a new Back Bay condo owner

Moving trucks always blocked the narrow brick sidewalk of Marlborough Street, but today, the truck was for her.
 
For six years, she had rented a cramped garden apartment on the sunny side of the block, peering up at the towering Back Bay condo.She loved the gas lamps, the spring magnolias, and the quiet dignity of the Back Bay.
 
Now, clutching a heavy brass key, she walked past her old stoop and unlocked a set of grand double doors three doors down.
 
No more landlords. No more temporary spaces. She was finally home, a permanent piece of the neighborhood.
 

Back Bay condos 60% buyer commission rebate

Back Bay condos 60% buyer commission rebate

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Buyers receive 60% rebate from our portion of the broker fee

Renters flat fee $1,000 regardless the price of the apartment.

As a home seller, it sounds like you have a solid grasp of the current 2026 landscape for flat-fee listings in the Boston and North Shore areas. Here is a concise breakdown of how those Ford Realty tiers typically function based on the service levels you’ve identified:

Boston condos for sale

1. Basic “Entry Only” – $500.00

This is essentially a “digital signpost” service.
  • Visibility: Your home is listed on the local MLS, which syndicates to Zillow, Realtor.com, and local brokerage sites.
  • Your Role: You are the primary point of contact. You handle photography, scheduling all showings, vetting buyers, and all contract negotiations.
  • Best for: Experienced sellers or those comfortable managing real estate paperwork and logistics independently.

2. Flat Fee (Assisted) – Starting at $1,500.00

This tier bridges the gap between DIY and full representation.
  • The Upgrade: The broker takes professional photos and handles the listing setup.
  • Added Support: You gain professional guidance for the initial setup, ensuring the listing looks polished to attract higher-quality leads.
  • Broker Role: 60-day listing, one open house per month, schedule day and evening showings. The negative is that the full fee is due after 60 days even if the house/condo doesn’t sell or go under agreement.

3. Full-Service – 1% Commission

This is the “hands-off” alternative to the traditional 2.5%–3% model.
  • The Full Package: Professional photography and floor plans are included.
  • Active Management: The broker hosts one open house per month and handles day/evening showings.
  • Logistics: They are physically present for the BFD smoke detector inspection and the home inspection, taking significant stress off your plate.

Key Financial Reminders

  • Buyer’s Side: Regardless of your flat fee, remember to factor in the 2%–3% commission for the buyer’s agent to keep your home competitive.
  • Tax/Closing: Budget for the MA transfer tax ($4.56 per $1,000) and ensure all Condo fees are cleared to avoid delays at closing.

BUYERS REBATE

Boston and North Shore Buyers: We provide a 55% rebate of our commission to you, as the buyer, for homes priced over 500,000.

Would you like to discuss a specific sale listing price using these different fee structures?  If so, contact John Ford 617-595-3712.
 
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