TheHome BuyingProcess
Your GuidetoPurchasingProperty
PRESENTED BY
MOLLY CAMPBELL PALMER VICE PRESIDENT
PREPARED FOR MICHAEL QUINN
TheBuyingProcess
A brief overview of what to expect from home search preparation to closing day
ThePreparation
- Calculate your maximum affordable price,including down payment,closing costs,and monthly mortgage payments
- Contact lenders to compare rates and terms; obtain a pre-approval letter stating the loan amount you qualify for
- Determine your must-haves and preferences for the property
- Consider location,size,style,and amenities.
TheSearch
- Attend open houses.View online listings on real estate websites and utilize your real estate agent to schedule private showings
- Leverage your agent's expertise to assess and find potential properties (ie off market,?coming soon?)
TheOffer
- Work with your agent to craft a competitive offer.
- Consider all elements: price,terms,contingencies,dates,inclusions and exclusions
- Submit the offer to the seller with an earnest money deposit
- Be prepared for counter offers and negotiation
ThePurchase& SaleAgreement
- Engage a real estate attorney to advise on the terms and language of the purchase and sale agreement
- Negotiate language via your attorney to arrive at a mutually agreeable contract
- Sign agreement and submit additional deposit (typically 5% of purchase price)
TheClosingPreparation
- Finalize your mortgage application Provide any additional documentation requested by the lender
- Wait for loan approval and commitment letter.
- Arrange utilities at new property,forward mail,contact service providers,coordinate movers,arrange homeowners insurance.
- Review closing costs and loan documents with your attorney
CompleteaFinalWalkthrough
- Inspect the property one last time to ensure it's in the agreed-upon condition.
- Confirm that any negotiated repairs have been completed
- Check for agreed upon inclusions and exclusions and any furniture that was purchased from sellers.
AttendTheClosing
- Bring a valid ID,funds for closing costs,and any required paperwork to the closing.
- Sign all necessary documents
- Receive the keys to your new home
MoveInandEnjoyYourHome!
WELLESLEY
SINGLE-FAM ILY HOM ES
Source: MLS Pin
25 Down 16 From 2025 HOME SALES
52 Compared to 26 in 2025 MEDIAN DAYS ON MARKET
MEDIAN SALE PRICE
$1,947,500 Down $182,500 from 2025
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MollyCampbellPalmer
Vice President
508 269 0002
Molly.Palmer@GibsonSIR.com
Recognized among the top real estate advisors in America by RealTrends in 2025
Recognized among Boston Magazine?s Top Real Estate Producers in 2025 Social Media Influencer of the Year, Boston Agent Magazine, 2025
Molly Campbell Palmer brings proven strategies and a fierce advocacy for her clients to every aspect of the real estate selling and buying process Having participated in over $500,000,000 of sales in the Wellesley/ Weston and Metrowest area, Molly has driven consistent success for her clients in an ultra-competitive environment By keeping up with the market in real time and providing insider information, Molly is able to offer her clients an unmatched advantage that makes the difference and gets results
Molly's background in media/advertising and the design industry have uniquely positioned her to help clients buy and sell their homes from a position of knowledge and skill Her roles at Architectural Digest, Elle Decor, and Design New England have resulted in deep ties to the building and design industry, allowing her to offer a unique and informed approach to every aspect of buying and selling
Molly brings an unparalleled breadth of collective experience and knowledge to her clients.
TOTA L SA L ES VOLUM E* * Par t ic ip at ed in
$500,000,000
Client Testimonials
TOP 5% OF WELLESLEY AGENTS
MollyCampbellPalmer Vice President,REALTOR®
"We are incredibly grateful for the exceptional service Molly has provided throughout the sale of our previous home and the purchase of our new one From start to finish, Molly demonstrated unmatched professionalism, market expertise, and genuine care for our family's needs. Selling our home could have been a stressful process, but her guidance made it seamless She prepared us by getting our home ready, provided valuable advice on staging, priced our home perfectly, and her marketing strategy brought in an instant offer We couldn? t have asked for a better outcome! When it came to finding our new home, Molly was very patient, attentive, and truly listened to what we wanted Her deep knowledge of the Wellesley market and a keen eye for detail helped us find the perfect house that checked all our boxes She went above and beyond to make sure the entire process was smooth and worry-free enabling us to close the deal We highly recommend Molly to anyone looking to buy or sell a home She made this journey not only successful but also enjoyable Thank you for helping us with our homes!"
"We met Molly at one of the first open houses we attended. We had already been to 2-3 open houses and frankly did not strike up an instant rapport with the brokers there They just felt a bit too transactional. That was not the case with Molly. When we met Molly, we spent most of the time talking about how the school system works in Wellesley (unchartered territory for us), how/where young families like to spend their time around town,and more family oriented things like that - i e the stuff that REALLY matters After that first convo, Molly was clearly the person we trusted and felt comfortable going back to as we navigated this whole home buying process Fast forward to finding and purchasing the home we currently live in none of this incredible happy ending would have been possible without Molly Molly knows everyone in town, which helped us get in contention for this home in the first place. Not easy to do in a town that's in high demand 365 days out of the year. From there, Molly helped us craft an offer and did some serious (and needed) hand holding through every step of the negotiation that led to our offer being accepted. We're in the perfect home for our soon-to-be family in the perfect town, and none of it would have been possible without Molly Molly if you're reading this thank you from the bottom of our hearts "
"I met Molly at an open house, and she became a trusted resource for over a year while we prepared to sell our home We met with a number of realtors, and ultimately chose to list with Molly because of her expertise, dedication, and candor Throughout the selling process, Molly made us feel as though we were her highest priority, was always available for the biggest or smallest of questions or crises, and had the resources at her fingertips to address unexpected issues efficiently Molly was a competent, reassuring presence throughout, and we ultimately ended up with multiple offers over asking (which Molly navigated expertly) Can't speak highly enough of Molly and her work!"
"Working with Molly was a pleasure.We were impressed by how much she listened to our wishlist and (very) proactively brought us new listings to consider Her communication was second to none and she always made herself available for our texts/calls and to tour homes Most importantly, Molly was honest and shared her insights and knowledge with us at every step of the process We felt like we could fully trust Molly and would definitely work with her again!"
Client Testimonials
TOP 5% OF WELLESLEY AGENTS
MollyCampbellPalmer Vice President,REALTOR®
"Molly was excellent to work with when buying our first house and we highly recommend her as a realtor She listened to what we were looking for, quickly responded when we reached out with questions, was resourceful in finding answers, and pushed hard for our best interests when things didn? t go as planned The home buying process went smoother thanks to Molly?s help!"
"We had the pleasure of working with Molly as we searched for our forever home in the suburbs and couldn? t be more grateful for her expert help and guidance In a challenging and competitive market for buyers, Molly made the process of finding our home easy and stress-free. One of her strengths is her in-depth knowledge of the communities she works in She frequently would send us information on homes that were about to list as well as off-market listings, and would always have helpful intel and perspective to share I was particularly impressed by the care she took to really understand what we were looking for and what was important to us in our future home We never once felt pressured (or defeated!) during the buying process ? Molly was a constant calming and reassuring presence that our perfect home was out there waiting to be found Simply put, Molly is the best! We would highly recommend her anyone looking to buy or sell a property."
"Molly is an extremely bright and knowledgeable real estate professional! She has a unique skill of balancing the vast emotions of buying a house with real time information and solutions It starts with her complete understanding of the market in metro west including new and existing homes Her attention to detail, note taking and follow up is second to none! Her energizing personality turns tasks into fun! She has a genuine passion for residential real estate, home décor and architecture with a diverse background of experiences. Molly is a hustler yet does not yield from honesty and integrity Her tenacious attitude and problem-solving skills became vitally important in solving various obstacles along the home purchase journey. We have owned 12 homes in our adult lives and Molly is ? without a doubt ? the best realtor we have ever worked with, and we highly recommend her!"
"Molly helped us buy our house this Spring of 2022 If you're familiar with this market, you know that is no small feat We were at the "entry" price point in some neighborhoods that we wanted to live in which makes competition tough Molly never once pressured us to live somewhere we didn't want tothis is a big deal because she trusted that we knew our wants/needs and that we would indeed find our house We began looking in February 2022 and were under contract in May in a neighborhood I didn't think we could afford We ended up buying from some particularly difficult sellers, and there were several times I questioned if we'd actually get the house. Molly was always calm and professional, and knew when to involve outside counsel for matters outside her purview She was undoubtedly instrumental in getting us to the finish line! Finding your house in this market takes a lot of persistence/patience, a little luck, and a well-connected, knowledgeable, trustworthy, and kind realtor Molly was all of that and more I whole-heartedly recommend her to anyone looking to buy or sell,and will be referring her to any colleagues/ friends moving forward "
9 Ravine Road, Wellesley Farms
Listed for $3,895,000 | Represented Buyers
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Listed for $1,875,000 | Represented Buyers
22 Main St reet , Dover
Listed for $2,150,000 | Represented Buyers
Listed for $1,795,000
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Elmwood Road, Wellesley
2 Cavanagh Road, Wellesley
West on Road, Wellesley
$1,150,000
10 Ingersoll Road, Wellesley Sold for $3,150,000 | Represented Buyers
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15 Swart hmore Road, Wellesley
47 Cypress Road, Wellesley Sold for $3,000,000 | Represented Buyers
39 Sagamore Road, Wellesley Sold for $2,600,000 | Represented Buyers
34 Chest ert on Road, Wellesley Sold for $3,025,000 | Represented Buyers
Washburn Avenue, Wellesley
Pheasant Landing Road, Needham Sold for $2,545,000 Represented Sellers
68 Oakland Avenue, Needham Sold for $2,365,000 | Represented Buyers
71 Suffolk Road, Wellesley Sold for $2,275,000 | Represented Buyers
12 Pheasant Landing Road, Needham Sold for $2,150,500 | Represented Buyers
10 9 Suffolk Road, Wellesley Sold for $2,107,500 | Represented Buyers
110 Suffolk Road, Wellesley Sold for $1,940,000 | Represented Buyers
81 Brist ol Road, Wellesley Sold for $1,667,800 | Represented Buyers
350 First Parish Road, Scit uat e Sold for $1,500,000 | Represented Buyers
410 School St reet , Wellesley Sold for $1,445,000 | Represented Sellers
17 Robert s Road, Wellesley Sold for $1,375,000 | Represented Sellers
31 Bancroft Road, Wellesley Sold for $1,300,000 Represented Buyers
6 Saunders Terrace, Wellesley Sold for $1,500,000 | Representing Buyers
70 Sherburn Circle, West on Sold for $1,425,000 | Represented Sellers
8 Vist a Road, Wellesley Sold for $1,300,000 | Represented Buyers
432 West on Road, Wellesley Sold for $1,285,000 Represented Buyers
40 Rolling Lane, Dover Sold for $1,250,000 Represented Buyers
65 Sext on Avenue, West wood Sold for $755,000 | Representing Buyers
8 Selden St reet , Newt on Sold for $1,200,000 | Represented Buyers
17 Upwey Road, Wellesley Sold for $1,200,000 | Represented Sellers
65 Sext on Avenue, West wood Sold for $1,000,000 | Represented Sellers
2 Ivy Lane, Ashland Sold for $870,000 | Represented Buyers
80 Tisdale Drive, Dover Sold for $840,000 | Represented Sellers
82 Lasalle Avenue, Framingham Sold for $790,000 | Represented Sellers
38 Grove St reet , Norfolk Sold for $751,000 | Represented Buyer