Guy Contaldi

Q: 1. What advice would you give a buyer trying to purchase a home?

Determine your budget: Before you start looking for a home, it's important to determine how much you can afford to spend. This will help you narrow down your search and avoid wasting time on properties that are out of your price range. Get pre-approved for a mortgage: Getting pre-approved for a mortgage can give you a better idea of how much you can borrow and what your monthly payments will be. It also shows sellers that you are a serious buyer. Research the neighborhood: When considering a property, research the neighborhood to make sure it meets your needs. Look into local schools, crime rates, and proximity to amenities like grocery stores, restaurants, and parks. Hire a reputable real estate agent: A good real estate agent can help you navigate the buying process, provide valuable insights about the market, and negotiate on your behalf. Attend open houses and inspections: When you find a property you're interested in, attend open houses and inspections to get a better sense of its condition and potential issues. Make a competitive offer: If you decide to make an offer, be prepared to make a competitive offer that takes into account the current market conditions and the seller's asking price. Be patient and persistent: Buying a home can be a long and frustrating process, so be patient and persistent. Don't settle for a property that doesn't meet your needs or budget, but also be prepared to make compromises if necessary.

Q: 2. What advice would you give a seller trying to sell their home?

Price your home correctly: Research the market and set a reasonable price for your home based on its location, size, and condition. Overpricing can lead to your home staying on the market for longer than necessary, and underpricing can result in losing money. Make your home attractive: Make sure your home is clean, well-lit, and organized. Remove clutter and personal items, and make small repairs if necessary. Consider staging your home or hiring a professional to do so. Use high-quality photos and videos: Good quality photos and videos can showcase your home’s best features and attract potential buyers. Hire a professional photographer if possible or invest in a high-quality camera. Advertise your home: Use online platforms, such as real estate websites, social media, and email marketing, to advertise your home. You can also put up signs in your neighborhood and host open houses. Be available for showings: Make sure your home is always ready for showings, and be available to accommodate potential buyers’ schedules. Consider giving a virtual tour or using 3D modeling to showcase your home to out-of-town buyers. Hire a real estate agent: A real estate agent can provide valuable insights and advice, handle negotiations, and help with paperwork. Choose an experienced and reliable agent who has a good track record of selling homes in your area. Remember that selling a home can take time and patience. By following these tips and working with the right professionals, you can increase your chances of a successful sale.

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Bedford, MA Belmont, MA Burlington, MA Cambridge, MA Chelsea, MA Danvers, MA Everett, MA Lexington, MA Lynn, MA Lynnfield, MA Malden, MA Medford, MA Melrose, MA North Reading, MA Peabody, MA Saugus, MA Somerville, MA Stoneham, MA Wakefield, MA West Medford, MA Wilmington, MA Winchester, MA Woburn, MA

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About Guy Contaldi

Ranked in the top 2% worldwide, Guy Contaldi performs at an exceptionally high level by focusing intensely on his client's needs, working non-stop, and providing invaluable insight for each transaction. With intense industry education, combined with 40 years of experience, Guy Contaldi provides a unique level of service to his clients to help them over-achieve their real estate goals. Guy's unmatched credentials land him at the forefront of the industry as member of the Graduate Realtor Institute (GRI). His experience, education, and work ethic have propelled Guy into a class of the region's most sought-after professionals. Guy's success is based on a very simple idea: Work hard, treat your clients well and don't stop until the job is done. If you are looking for an agent who can handle multiple aspects of the transaction with invaluable insight and personal commitment, Guy Contaldi is the best there is. Awards and Recognition: International President's Elite: An honor reserved for the top 2% of agents worldwide Education: Graduate Realtor Institute (GRI) Buyer Representative (ABR) Seniors Real Estate Specialist (SRES) Certified Residential Specialist (CRS) Certified Negotiation Specialist (CNS) CCIM Accredited Commercial Associate Residential Construction (RCC) Short Sales and Foreclosure Resource (SFR) Certified New Homes Specialist (CNHS) Listing Credentials Training Graduate Community: Greater-Boston Association of Realtors Masonic Lodge Interesting Trivia: Guy is fluent in Italian and emigrated from Italy to the United States at age 10.

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Real Estate - Massachusetts - # 9506059

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Graduate, Realtor Institute Designation

PSA (Pricing Strategy Advisor)

CLHMS (Certified Luxury Home Marketing Specialist)

GRI (Graduate Realtor Institute)

CRS (Certified Residential Specialist)

ABR (Accredited Buyers Representative)

Seniors Real Estate Specialist

Top Producer

Seller Representative Specialist

Licensed Realtor

Certified Negotiation Expert

REALTOR

Awards

2026
TOP AGENT
Stoneham, MA
2026
TOP AGENT
Woburn, MA
2026
TOP AGENT
Malden, MA

Other Awards

Presidents Club 2023

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Guy Contaldi's Reviews & Ratings

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Thesummerapts

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August 2, 2023

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Guy Contaldi is a multifamily wizard. I screened dozens of seller agents to find the best one. Top notch negotiator (got $100k over asking!) and always picks up the phone. Worth his weight in gold and put me at ease at every step of the process. In high demand though, so hire him while you can!

Dietoff

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August 15, 2020

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Second time we bought a place with Guy - he is the best. Professional and knowledgeable about the Boston real estate market, shrewd in negotiations and caring for his clients. We always had the feeling we have his full attention. If something comes up, he will immediately take action.

Danduclos3

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May 8, 2020

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Guy was great throughout the whole process and got me much more than I expected for the house I was selling and a very good price on the house I was buying. He was realistic with me and helped me navigate buying and selling a home simultaneously. With any other broker I don?t believe I could have done this and got the results I did. When it came time for things that needed to be done to the new house after inspection he went to bat for me and got me everything I asked for. From now on if any family or friends are looking to buy or sell, I?m insisting they use Guy.

Milva R.

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October 11, 2019

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As hard as it was to let go our first home, we were lucky enough to work with Guy Contaldi. He was very knowledgeable of the selling price analysis of the neighborhood and the current market. This resulted in a final sale very close to our asking price and well above our original expectations. His dedication and attention to our needs was superlative.

Diane G.

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August 5, 2019

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Whether you are selling or buying there is no one better than Guy Contaldi to get the job done! He listens to your needs and opinions and offers his expert advice. Guy is sharp, very flexible with his time, and a very talented real estate agent; quick to respond and gets the job done in a professional manner. He is highly knowledgeable of the Arlington real estate market in pricing, negotiations and general real estate strategy He was always willing to go the extra to resolve any issues we encountered with the process of selling the condo. I would highly recommend Guy for your real estate needs.

Bantonelli78

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June 20, 2019

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There is no one better. I dont know how else to say it. Guy is reliable, knowledgeable, thoughtful, and most of all patient. My wife and I started looking to buy back in 2013 and didnt actually purchase our first home until 2015. During that time Guy was with us through countless open houses and even a failed offer. He advised us on condo vs multi family, a forever home vs investment property. Never once did we feel rushed or pushed into a property. After we had our first property it came time to try and sell. Again, he guided us along the way and continued to show patience as half way through the process we completely changed our minds and decided not to sell. I thought for sure we would never see him again, but when we decided to buy a second property, he was there. He cares a lot about his clients and is a constant source of comfort and knowledge is every aspect of buying, selling, & renting. As I said, there is no one better.

Ilana B.

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April 20, 2019

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Guy worked with me for nearly 3 years to find my first multi-family home, and never gave up. He is extremely knowledgeable and taught me exactly what to look for. When it came to closing the deal it was done perfectly. Even after closing he still reaches out to see if I need any further assistance. You wont go wrong when working with Guy!

Sarah B.

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April 19, 2019

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Guy was able to assist me with getting the best view of the property even with tenants in it. The entire process went smooth with no major issues. Thanks again for all your help!

Joshcressman

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October 31, 2016

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Guy has singlehandedly restored our faith in the value of realtors. We are a family that relocated to Boston, and purchased a home with Guy. The market at the time was a Sellers market, and we faced several bidding wars. Guy got us a gem of a house, at a price we are very happy with, in a very tight timeframe. We will definitely stay in touch with Guy, and he will be our first call when we are ready to move again. Rather than list all of the things other realtors arent, you may be more interested in knowing the following things that Guy is: 1) Guy is in it for you. Guy makes the effort to understand what your lifestyle and needs are, in order to get you looking in the right spots in the market. For us, he helped us eliminate several towns, and consider several others that werent on our list. 2) Guy is there for you. Guy takes service to a whole different level. He responds early in the morning, late at night, on his holidays...he is a machine. All with details and status updates. What really floored us is that we felt like we got service that only billionaires would normally get...even though this is how he works with everyone, big budget or small. He loves his job, and it shows. 3) Guy is sharp. We wanted a house with investment potential...and that was already done. Guy helped us focus on what we could handle, in the right area and price point, so that we could satisfy our diverse wants. Then, he helped us plan the early stages of our renovation so that we could have a beautiful house today, and maximum return on our investment tomorrow. Seeing Guy work, and the results that he helped us achieve, I now have a much higher respect for the realtor profession. We actually enjoyed this highly stressful process, in large part thanks to the relationship Guy developed with us. We recommend Guy to everyone we know that is buying or selling. We strongly suggest that you consider him as well.

Eugrin

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February 11, 2014

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I highly recommend Guy as a very knowledgeable, responsive, and trustworthy broker. His negotiating skills are awesome. He knows the market very well and will travel anywhere you need. I enjoyed working with him a lot.

Nick Z.

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February 10, 2014

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Guy helped my wife and I purchase our 1st Home. It was his superior negotiation skills that ensured we secured the property vs 4 other bidders. We find Guy to be honest and transparent and a pleasure to work with.

Hjguill

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February 9, 2014

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As first-time homebuyers, we were very fortunate to have found Guy for our realtor. He was extremely knowledgeable and friendly. We found that he truly had our interests at heart when looking at homes, as well as all the way through the buying process. We got our dream starter home, and we feel that Guy is much of the reason why.

User5958500

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January 17, 2014

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There is no one else I would trust to sell my home other than Guy Contaldi. He not only sold our home, but negotiated asking price. We are so pleased with his professionalism, his knowledge in the field and his willingness to work for you to get the deal done! Without a doubt will work with him in the future!

User9002632

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February 26, 2013

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I just have to say working with Guy has been an amazing experience. My fiance and I had gone through 2 other agents before we met Guy. When my fiance first met Guy he said he is the one. He is honest, and wont try to sell something to you unless he knows its worth it. It took us about 5 months in all to find the home of our dreams and I cant thank Guy enough for sticking with us through all the tough times with buying a first home. It was not easy but Guy made the process as easy as possible for us. If you are considering anyone to be your realtor I highly recommend him he goes above and beyond for you. =]