Boston, MA Real Estate
Strategic Guidance. Smooth Closings.
Newton & Greater Boston real estate—built on education, clear communication, and a plan you can trust.
A calm, clear plan—so you can move with confidence
Real estate decisions are financial, personal, and time-sensitive. My role is to simplify the process, explain the "why" behind every recommendation, and keep you protected as we move from planning to negotiation to closing. Whether you’re buying your first home or preparing for a high-stakes sale, you’ll have a step-by-step strategy, honest guidance, and consistent updates—so nothing feels uncertain or rushed.
The advantage: insight, preparation, and negotiation
Clients work with me for a practical, market-aware approach that prioritizes smart decisions and smooth execution—especially in competitive Greater Boston neighborhoods.
Education-First Guidance
I explain each step, option, and tradeoff so you can make confident decisions without pressure.
Pricing & Positioning Strategy
A tailored plan to maximize attention, urgency, and strong terms—based on real market signals.
Targeted Home Search
Focused search criteria, smart tours, and clear next steps so you don’t miss the right opportunity.
Newton & Greater Boston Expertise
Local knowledge that helps you evaluate neighborhoods, commutes, and value—not just square footage.
Offer-to-Close Management
Tight timelines, vendor coordination, and proactive updates to keep the transaction moving smoothly.
Trusted Network
Connect with dependable lenders, attorneys, inspectors, and contractors to reduce friction and risk.
How we win—from first call to keys
We start by defining your goals and timeline, then build a tailored blueprint for your purchase or sale. You’ll get clear expectations, curated options (or a positioning plan for your home), and proactive coordination with lenders, attorneys, inspectors, and vendors. When it’s time to negotiate, I focus on terms—not just price—so you keep leverage, reduce surprises, and reach the finish line with confidence.
Clients value patience, clarity, and steady support
The best feedback I receive is about the experience: feeling informed, advocated for, and guided through every step—especially when it’s your first time buying or selling.
"Melanie was a gem to work with! She was knowledgable, patient, understanding, strategic and helped ease nerves when they came but also supported and joined in the excitement. I felt as though I had known her for years which made things easier and helped build trust. She is very good at what she does..."
Natasha P.
"I have been purchasing apartments in both Boston and New York since 1995, and I can say without hesitation that Melanie is by far the best real estate broker I have ever worked with. From the very beginning of my search through the final closing — and even beyond — Melanie demonstrated an exception..."
Justin D.
"We loved working with Melanie! She made buying our first home fun and easy and introduced us to great people along the way. We especially appreciated the time she took to make sure we understood the home buying process."
Molly Jagoda
Ready to write your next chapter?
Real estate is about more than just a transaction—it's about your future. Whether you're buying, selling, or investing, let's work together to make your vision a reality.