The Ultimate Guide to Buying Your First Home with Melanie Everett (Ep. 25)

By Nicole Young on August 16, 2023

Episode 25 of Private Vista Podcast Dollars and Sense: Creating Your Fulfilled Life with Nicole Romito

Thinking about diving into the real estate market? Whether you’re a seasoned pro or a first-time buyer, this episode is your go-to guide for navigating today’s dynamic real estate landscape.

In this episode, Nicole Romito chats with Melanie Everett, founder and managing broker of Melanie Everett and Company, an independent real estate brokerage firm.

Nicole and Melanie discuss the importance of planning ahead when buying a home and assembling a team of professionals. They discuss the challenges of finding suitable properties in a competitive market with low inventory and the benefits of hiring a real estate agent. Melanie explains the home buying process, including inspections, negotiations, and the role of a real estate attorney.

Melanie discusses:

The value of building a professional team when buying a home and who you should include in it
Maintenance fees and other additional costs you should consider when buying a home
How to maximum your outcomes when navigating the competitive real estate market
Additional tips for homebuyers about the negotiation + closing process, finding the right real estate agent, and more!

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About our Guest:

Since 2014, Melanie has sold more than $200 million in residential sales & over 500 homes across the city. She consistently ranks in the top 1% of all brokers in Chicago, and M&Co. is a top 25 team for number of transactions. In 2017, Melanie was honored with Realtor Magazine’s national “30 Under 30” title, & from there, she graciously received more local & national acclaim, features, & speaking engagements.

Melanie Everett is an award-winning Chicago broker & founder of her boutique real estate brokerage, Melanie Everett & Company. She is a writer, negotiator, thinker, marketer, teacher, reader, & leader in her industry. Since 2014, Melanie has sold more than $200 million in residential sales & over 500 homes across the city. She consistently ranks in the top 1% of all brokers in Chicago, and M&Co. is a top 25 team for number of transactions. In 2017, Melanie was honored with Realtor Magazine’s national “30 Under 30” title, & from there, she graciously received more local & national acclaim, features, & speaking engagements.

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