The Metalios Team at Houlihan Lawrence, Joy Kim Metalios

As local realtors, we get asked this ALL the time! Our newest team member Julie is giving us her insider recs! • We have AMAZING recreational areas in Greenwich, it’s such a beautiful neighborhood with gorgeous walks, hikes, and views - perfect for kids & pets! • A few places we love in Greenwich... Tods Point, Mianus River Park, and Byram Beach Park! And sometimes Carvel! 🤣 • What are your favorite places to visit in in town?! #metaliosgroup #insidertips #livinglocal #homebuying #homeselling

The inspection process will cover the home’s physical structure, heating, plumbing, electric, pests, and mechanical systems, etc. After receiving a detailed inspection report we’ll understand what the seller needs to take care of, or next steps in going to contract -- you're on your way to purchasing a home! • • And yes, we have trusted inspectors you’ll be introduced to, if working with The Metalios Group! Give us a call for more info 🔑✨ • • #realestate #sellinghomes #homebuyingprocess #houlihanlawrence

Our awesome agent Shari Greenleaf is spilling our home interior secrets today! We love Benjamin Moore whites: 🎨simply white 🎨chantilly lace 🎨super white With no visible undertones, these colors blend perfectly with any other colors in the home and reflect light beautifully. They’ll create a wonderful bright feeling within any space and should help you sell your home! Let us know what you think! #realestate #metaliosgroup #sellinghomes #greenwichct

Radon is a naturally occurring, radioactive gas that is very common in CT. Radon gas is colorless and odorless and can have significant health effects. Outside, radon disperses and typically has no health impact, but if accumulated inside it *can* become dangerous. That said, there is no need to worry given that it can be EASILY controlled with cost effective techniques! Simply have your home tested, and a professional can install a solution or system if the levels are deemed high. Radon levels can usually be brought down to safe measures within 24 hours. For more info on tips to sell your home, reach out to us or our pro real estate agent Katie Benson who provided this info today!

Right now! • With low mortgage rates you’ll have more opportunity & buying power. Fairfield County is an amazing place to buy with more space & greenery we’ve learned is much needed this year! ✨🔑 • Shoot us a message or visit our website for more info - we’ll set up some time to listen to your wants and needs, start your home search, and craft a winning offer! #metaliosgroup #realestate #broker #fairfieldcounty

Our marketing manager Mariel Metalios (also a licensed agent) is taking this one! We definitely recommend starting with a team: 1. Support - with a team you’ll have access to knowledge, market info, materials & resources, AND trusted partners. It’s incredibly helpful for you (and your clients!!) to have all of these at your fingertips. 2. Lead generation - many agents struggle in real estate because they simply have a hard time reaching clients and their name out! With a team you can access their marketing and lead gen systems right out of the gate to start helping your community! 3. Training - your team will likely set you up with best practices so you can best serve your buyers and sellers. A win win! • Let us know your thoughts! #metaliosgroup #realestate #sellinghomes

The Metalios Group's Jenn Warwick is answering this great question: Off market listings our homes that have not hit the MLS yet. Simply put, the general public doesn’t know that they are available for sale. When you work with a real estate agent who has access to off market listings, you have the advantage of seeing the home AND putting an offer in before anyone else may have the opportunity to! • • As a buyer, off market listings can be crucial during a low inventory, seller’s market which is occurring right now!

Our rockstar agent Kaye Lewis is answering this one! 1. First you should get pre-approved to purchase a home by a lender 2. We (your agent) will go out and look at some homes find a home of your dreams! 3. Next we’ll help you put together a winning offer on the home you choose. 4. We'll then go through negotiations with the seller, if any are needed! 5. Go through inspections, and work out any inspection items with the seller... then go to contract once that's completed! 6. After the contract is signed, an appraiser will appraise the house… and you'll get your clear to close! 7. Lastly - you go to the closing table, get the keys, and CONGRATS! You’re a new homeowner!

It’s closing day! But first... the walk through! Our pro Jenn Thomas @fairfieldct_realestate is answering this great question! • • You have the opportunity to do a final walk through before signing closing documents, as a final check to make sure the house is in good order! We’ll check the appliances, make sure repairs are done and working correctly, and the house is in good shape! • • Jenn has some insider tips of things we’ll do prior to the walk through, to ensure a smooth closing day for our buyers and that there will be no surprises! DM us or Jenn for more info 🔑✨ • • #sellinghomes #homebuyingprocess #homebuyer #realestate #metaliosgroup #broker #realestateagent #insidertips

Greenwich is a commuter’s dream - you can get right into NYC in an hour (or under with express options) for work or a night out - and be right back in your beautiful country or town home in no time! • • The Metro North runs about every 10-20 minutes during rush hour (peak), and about every hour in between (off peak). • • Tickets? There are monthly, weekly, ten-trip, or one way options. Parking? You can obtain a commuter parking pass for easy parking at all stations mentioned! Need some sleep or get some work done on the train? There are quiet cars available! 💻💤🙏🏽 • • Traveling past Greenwich? We’re on the New Haven line with stops in Darien, Stamford, Bridgeport, and many others. A full map is available on the Metro North website, and we’re always happy to answer any more questions! • • Greenwich is also connected by Amtrak for easy travel to other states, with the Acela for a great express option! • • #greenwichct #livinglocal #metaliosgroup #realestate #broker #agent #sellinghome

Disclosures (property, lead paint, mold, etc.) are provided to the buyer - it’s important to have them in advance so the buyer can make the most *informed* decision when formulating their offer to purchase the home! Our pro agents will walk you through all disclosures, any concerns that need to be addressed, and will guide you through the process of making a fully informed offer. • • This amazing real estate info is provided by our expert agent Kaye Lewis. Message us for more info on property disclosures or the home buying or selling process! #metaliosgroup #sellinghomes #homebuyingprocess #realestate #realtor #greenwichct

A simple question we actually hear all of the time! • The simple answer is that in a sellers market, there are often less homes for sale, or less inventory available. For buyers, this means less opportunity, and often higher prices and bidding wars when it comes to purchasing a home. That said, a good agent can help you navigate this process - with off market listings, great negotiation, and inside tips on how to win in a multi bid situation.

Did you know the CEO of Zillow recently sold his home for more than 40% below the Zestimate? • While Zillow can be a great tool, home valuation tools (yes, even ours!) and the Zestimate is based off of records and home sales in your area. It is just that - an estimate! A local real estate professional will best be able to provide the value of your home as they can factor in a number of other key components that determine the true value of your home. • Thinking of selling in Fairfield County? Reach out to The Metalios Group for a valuation! We have an entire team of dedicated local experts ready to help! You can check our home valuation tool out here: https://www.metaliosgrouprealestate.com/home-valuation #realestate #homeselling #metaliosgroup #agents #realestatebroker

As a buyer, you'll want to schedule your home inspection right away. Iron out any and all items with the seller and then you'll move to sign your contract. Once signed, send your fully executed contract to your mortgage lender (if you're financing your purchase). We've walked hundreds of sellers through the home buying & selling process - so feel free to contact us with any other questions you may have!

Preapproval letters come from your mortgage lender and qualify you to carry a certain dollar amount as a mortgage. Why is this important? When you go to make an offer on a home as a buyer, sellers want to know you can go through with the sale at a given price. The preapproval letter assures those involved in the sale that you can finance the purchase. Need more info? Shoot The Metalios Group a message today - our team of real estate experts is happy to help.