

“WE BELIEVE IT IS MORE THAN JUST A TRANSACTION. IT IS YOUR FINANCIAL FUTURE.”
“WE BELIEVE IT IS MORE THAN JUST A TRANSACTION. IT IS YOUR FINANCIAL FUTURE.”
Westcott Properties, an independent and contemporary real estate brokerage firm, has been a market leader in residential and commercial real estate sales, leasing, and property management across Rhode Island, Massachusetts, Connecticut, and Florida for over three decades Our success lies in our expertise, state-of-the-art tools, forward-thinking vision, and our ability to create customized marketing strategies for our clients Established in 1987, Westcott Properties quickly rose to prominence as the leading provider of listing management services and sales for a vast array of residential and commercial clients, including many of the nation's largest corporations
Our independence enabled us to be creative, adaptable, and receptive to our clients' suggestions, allowing us to meet their unique needs without any constraints Our continued success in this rapidly evolving landscape stems from our dedication to constant improvement, strategic execution of cuttingedge real estate marketing initiatives, and our unwavering focus on making the client experience our most important priority
Joy Riley, Founder and Principal Broker of Westcott Properties is a real estate executive with over 30 years of sales, consulting and marketing experience. Joy has become an industry leader with closed sales volume approaching 1 billion throughout her career, a record that has been recognized annually with the Platinum Circle of Excellence Awards for 20 Million & Above
Since 2003, the Greater Providence Board of Realtors has presented Joy Riley with the Platinum Plus Award for 20 Million plus in sales per year
ASSOCIATE BROKER
EXECUTIVE ADMINISTRATIVE DIRECTOR DIRECTOR OF CLOSING COORDINATOR
SALES ASSOCIATE - RI AND MA DIRECTOR OF RELOCATION & DIRECTOR OF PROPERTY MANAGEMENT AGENT TEAM LEAD
DIRECTOR OF PROPERTY MANAGEMENT, CONSTRUCTION AND FIELD SERVICES
MARKETING ASSISTANT BILINGUAL INTERPRETER CLOSING ASSISTANT
MICHAEL RILEY SR. PAM SANTIAGOBeyond Dave's endless energy and persistence, his talent lies in executing well laid strategies and bringing clients the unparalleled satisfaction of completing what is likely to be one of the most important transactions of their lives
Holding a Bachelor of Science degree in Criminal Justice from Northeastern University, Dave comes to the real estate industry after working in Boston law enforcement for twelve years and as a sales representative in the auto industry Drawing from these experiences, Dave prides himself on his commitment to developing a personalized approach and prioritizing each client’s unique needs.
Mobile: 401-447-8988
As a Rhode Island homeowner, husband and father of three girls, Dave has forged strong community ties to many municipalities Whether buying or selling a first home, next home, or an investment asset, Dave’s responsiveness, dedication, patience and persistence make all the difference in his clients success.
Westcott Properties is part of the Premier Agent network on Zillow
"I worked with Dave on recommendation from a friend. Dave proved to be very responsive and available whenever I had questions. He was very patient with me wanting to see several homes before making any offers and never put pressure on me He proved to be extremely knowledgeable about the local housing market as well as home systems, materials, maintenance issues, etc. He is very well connected with various lenders, contractors, and other professionals in the area, which proved valuable to me.
Due to some failings and incompetence on the part of the my original mortgage broker, a deal nearly fell through at the last possible moment But Dave recommended another lender and really helped save the deal on the home I wanted. I highly recommend his services and would work with him again in the future if I was looking to buy a home"
"Dave is one of one He will find you the house you want. If he doesn't, then it wasn't meant to be. He negotiated the price to fit my budget, which, in this market, seemed impossible. Dave connected me with the right lender to get my loan approved. When other lenders said no, Dave's lender got the loan done! Dave's communication skills are top notch, clear and to the point. Dave help get me into the real estate game, and I couldn't be more grateful."
"Dave is one of a kind He is efficient, helpful, and goes above and beyond. I could not have completed my move so effortlessly if it was not for him When I move back to the Rhode Island area and start looking for places to live, he will be my first call Thank you for everything Dave!"
Westcott Properties elevates the property buying and selling experience for our clients with innovative strategies.
Our in-house marketing team fuels our agents’ efforts by providing a comprehensive resource for powerful property exposure Our team develops a completely customized and strategic plan for the sale and marketing of their clients’ greatest financial assets
5 Independent Multiple Listing Services (MLS)
The majority of property searches begin online, so when it comes to digital real estate marketing, we are committed to expose your property to the greatest number of buyers each month. Our ongoing efforts include social media and search engine marketing – not only within the United States, but also on key international portals.
Our strategic partnerships with these powerful online affiliates allow us to expose properties to a broader audience – and, in turn, sell it in the shortest amount of time, for the highest value.
95%
of home buyers search for homes online.
-Properties Online
70%
of homebuyers use video to “tour” the inside of a property. YouTube, the world’s second-largest search engine, remains the top video research website for real estate searches Westcott Properties utilizes YouTube and Vimeo to showcase neighborhoods and properties with high – definition video.
Westcott Properties utilizes revolutionary technology that creates 3D visualizations of the interiors of a home. This technology allows buyers to move naturally through the interior and then zoom out for a dollhouse view as well as a classic floor plan view.
Westcott Properties uses Mattertag technology to provide viewers with detailed information about features included in every property
Westcott Properties engages our network and clients throughout multiple social media platforms to ensure that our initiatives, services, and properties gain exposure We utilize the latest technology and presentation including photo and video content to engage a wide audience interested in our service areas.
In addition to showcasing our properties, we also use social media to strengthen our connections locally by sharing news and interests happening within our community.
Westcott Properties schedules a consistent email campaign to the top 25 brokers in any market area to introduce them to the property and provide links to our toolbox of “media” used in our marketing efforts
Westcott Properties takes the time to write an individual marketing description for each of its properties and shares it for anyone interested on our blog.
Lead Management SystemLeads that are generated through website and campaigns are automatically managed through our Lead routing system that notifies our staff and agents instantly. The system is flexible for agents to maximize efficiency and respond to leads quickly without sacrificing quality of service.
LISTINGS WITH PROFESSIONAL PHOTOGRAPHS SELL 32% FASTER
Declutter and Organize
Your house and rooms look larger with less items in them - a house that is overflowing gives the impression there is not enough stor- age space
Repair & Maintain
Make updates and repairs to improve appeal and value. Addressing small issues prevents buyers from feeling like they have a to-do list as soon as they move in
Consider Staging
This can be a great way to breathe new life into homes which may be in need of upgrades and im- provements
Focus on Curb Appeal
This is a buyer’s first impression of your home! Consider hiring a professional landscaper if your budget allows.
Daily Housekeeping
A daily housekeeping routine will ensure your home is kept in tip top shape and you are ready for showings.
Clean, clean clean! The house should look spotless! Consider a professional cleaner if your budget allows.
Property address:
Property Sale or Projected Sale Price:
Brokers Commission:
First Mortgage Amount:
Second Mortgage Amount/ equity:
Loan payoff/ line of credit:
Cost of Resale Certificate (if applicable):
Mortgage Discharge ($49.00):
FedEx Charges:
Deed Preparation (consult attorney):
Transfer Tax ($4.60 per thousand):
Proration of Real Estate Taxes:
Sewer / Assessment (where applicable):
Final Water/ Sewer (where applicable):
Smoke & Carbon Monoxide certificate
($30-$100.00):
TOTAL ESTIMATED NET FROM SALE
3-4 WEEKS BEFORE CLOSING
Install Smoke and Carbon Monoxide detectors; contact local fire department to set up an inspection
Make arrangements with movers: (schedule an appointment for the closing date)
If seller is a a non-resident of RI, you will need to file form with the RI Division of Taxation
1-2 WEEKS BEFORE CLOSING
Change of Address notification for :
Drivers License, Credit Cards, Place of Employment, Banks and Brokerage, Insurance, Magazine and Newspaper, Post Office
UTILITIES
Gas & Electric
Water: Obtain meter reading for water/ sewer cost
Oil: contact the oil company to read the tank and provide a certificate for closing
Alarm: Cancel on closing date or as agreed by buyer
Cable: Cancel on closing
NEEDED AT CLOSING
Receipt from oil company stating amount of oil and current price
Photo Identification
Copies of keys, remote garage openers, door openers
Certified checks if needed
CLOSING EXPENSES
Recording the mortgage discharge (if applicable)
Deed Preparation (ask attorney or buyers attorney for fees)
Proration of Real Estate Taxes (seller is responsible for taxes up to the day of closing)
State Sales Tax $4 60 per 1000 of selling price
Proration for water and sewer
Proration for fire district bill
Real Estate Commission
Fee for obtaining the smoke certificate and carbon monoxide certificate
Marketing: MLS, Social Media Exposure
Photography
Negotiating
Lawn Sign
Pre Qualifying Buyers
Feature Sheets
Targeted Social Marketing
Staging
Just Listed Cards
Attend Home Inspection and Appraisals
Reach out to top 200 Realtors on board
Office Facebook
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