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About Lorraine Gately
Lorraine has been a licensed REALTOR® since 1994. She was born, raised and currently resides in Melrose. Over the years Lorraine has worked with all types of buyers and sellers, from" 1st timers" to "downsizers" and has gained invaluable experience with each individual sale. In 2013 she completed SRES Designation which has given her a new special set of personal skills and knowledge when working with seniors and has developed a deeper understanding of seniors' needs and the unique issues they face when buying or selling a home. In addition to her license in Real Estate, she's holds a B.S. in Psychology and Sociology. She has two children, John a 2007 graduate of Melrose High School, and Melissa, a 2010 graduate of Melrose High School. Throughout the years, she has been a board member of the Winthrop School PTO, a Junior Achievement volunteer, an Adopt -a -Site volunteer, and is currently a board member of Melrose Sharing and Caring. Her extensive community involvement along with her experience of being a lifelong resident give her great insight and knowledge about what Melrose and the surrounding communities have to offer.
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Appraiser
So, after you discovered what a Home Appraisal is, you want to know more about the person responsible for it: the famous Appraiser.Good for you!The Appraiser is a certified individual with the education and experience necessary to professionally evaluate a property regarding its real estate mar ...
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Dollars And Sense: Invest In Your 401k Or Pay Off Your Home
Job security for many people is an important aspect, but it might be overlooked if you don’t consider the unexpected, which often leads to unemployment. Take, for example, the pandemic that hit us in 2020, that left many people without jobs, especially in the leisure and hospitality industries. Not only that but as many were concerned about keeping Covid-19 out ...
Agent Advice
Between Family And Real Estate: Finding Balance As An Agent
It’s hard to understand the struggles and the demands of the real estate industry when you are outside of it. When was the last time you’ve been told that you are so lucky to have such a flexible schedule as a real estate agent? We both know that is an understatement because, in reality, finding balance in life while working as a real estate agent is more ...
Homebuyer Tips
Best Small Towns To Live In, North Carolina Edition
There’s a lot to be said for living in a small town. While they may not have the glitz and glamour of metropolitan megacities, small towns have a lot of perks that may not be immediately apparent but are very attractive none theless. While there’s plenty to be said for living in a big city, (some prefer it) it isn’t for everyone. If you’re ...
Homebuyer Tips
This is it. For the past weeks or months, every day has been at least partially spent thinking of, preparing for or planning this fateful day. You’ve laboured long and hard to make sure it comes without incident, and now all your hard work is finally going to pay off. What is this day, you ask? It’s closing day, baby. Now, there’s still a lot ...
Homebuyer Tips
So, you’re thinking of making the city of Clermont your new home. We get it; there are a lot of reasons why you might want to live here! With its beautiful weather, long list of attractions, gorgeous surroundings and exceptionally healthy job market, you’d be forgiven for thinking it’s about as close to being heaven on earth as we can get! But this ...
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