You Need a Team to Buy a House

New England Business Alliance Podcast

In this episode of The New England Business Alliance podcast, host Merrill Loechner brings together an exceptional panel of industry experts who delve into the intricacies of the home-buying process. The panel consists of Jane Harris, a national sales director at Primerica specializing in finance; Anjali Stevenson, an experienced real estate attorney in Massachusetts; Michelle Tenaglia, a Realtor at Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Verani Realty; and Natalie Malinowski, a seasoned loan officer at Cross Country Mortgage.

The discussion kicks off with a focus on the collaborative nature of their team, detailing how they came together through professional connections, networking, and mutual commitment to serving their clients' best interests.

The conversation centers around various aspects critical to the home buying process, addressing common challenges and providing valuable insights.

Key Takeaways from the Discussion

Team Synergy and Client-Centric Approach:

· The panel emphasizes their collective focus on prioritizing the client's best interests, working as a unified team to ensure a seamless and customer-centric experience.

Overcoming Home Buying Fears:

· Michelle and the team highlight the role of fear as a significant obstacle for potential homebuyers. This fear encompasses concerns about the unknown, making a substantial purchase, or dealing with market uncertainties.

Financial Preparedness for Homeownership:

· Jane and Natalie delve into the financial readiness required for homeownership, emphasizing the importance of thorough financial analysis and budgeting, mortgage preapproval, and guiding buyers to understand the potential affordability of a home purchase.

The Role of Professionals in the Home Buying Process:

· Anjali, the real estate attorney, sheds light on the significance of legal representation in real estate transactions. She underscores the importance of professional guidance in navigating legal complexities and protecting clients' interests through contract review, ensuring compliance with statutes, and safeguarding their investments.

Protection and Planning Post-Purchase:

· Jane also advocates the significance of life insurance in protecting homeowners, highlighting its crucial role in safeguarding financial security in unexpected life events, such as loss of income or unexpected deaths.

The overarching theme of the podcast centers on demystifying the home-buying process, offering insights into the teamwork, dedication, and expertise essential to successfully navigating the complexities of homeownership.

Contact information for the panel:

Jane Harris

National Sales Director

Primerica

978-387-4180

[e-mail]

https://www.primerica.com/JANEHARRIS

Natalie Malinowski

Loan Officer

CrossCountry Mortgage

339-440-1676

[e-mail]

https://crosscountrymortgage.com/Lawrence-MA-4849/Natalie-Malinowski/

Anjali Stevenson

Owner

Anjali Stevenson Law Office

857-284-9844

[e-mail]

https://www.linkedin.com/in/anjalistevenson/

Michelle Tenaglia –

Realtor

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Verani Realty

617-447-8979

[e-mail]

https://michelletenaglia.verani.com

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