Real Estate Resources
Expert guides for buyers and sellers in Reading, MA and the greater North Shore. From your first showing to closing day — we've got you covered.
The Home Buying Process: A Step-by-Step Guide
A complete walkthrough of every stage, from getting pre-approved to receiving your keys — with local tips for the Massachusetts market.
Read Guide →How to Sell Your Home: A Seller's Complete Guide
Everything a seller needs to know — pricing strategy, preparing your home, negotiating offers, and navigating the path to a successful closing.
Read Guide →Mortgage Pre-Approval: What Buyers Need to Know
Understand loan types, what lenders look at, and how to get pre-approved so you can shop with confidence in a competitive market.
Read Guide →What to Expect During a Home Inspection
Learn what inspectors examine, what red flags to watch for, and how to use the inspection report to your advantage.
Read Guide →Understanding Closing Costs: A Complete Breakdown
A clear explanation of what buyers and sellers each pay at closing in Massachusetts — with typical percentages and how to avoid surprises.
Read Guide →The First-Time Home Buyer's Guide
First purchase? This guide covers every milestone, from saving for a down payment to understanding your closing disclosure.
Read Guide →How to Write a Winning Offer in Any Market
Strategies for crafting a competitive offer — covering price, terms, contingencies, and personal touches that can tip the scales in your favor.
Read Guide →Home Staging Tips That Help Homes Sell Faster
Practical staging advice that showcases your home's best features, appeals to buyers, and can lead to higher offers and quicker sales.
Read Guide →The Home Appraisal Process Explained
What appraisers look for, how appraisal value affects your transaction, and what to do if the appraisal comes in below the purchase price.
Read Guide →How to Choose the Right Real Estate Agent
The questions to ask, the red flags to watch for, and what separates a truly great agent from an average one.
Read Guide →Massachusetts Real Estate Market Update: Spring 2026
What buyers and sellers need to know right now — inventory, pricing, interest rates, and local insights for Reading, Wakefield, Lynnfield, Andover, and the North Shore.
Read Guide →Understanding Property Taxes in Massachusetts: A Guide for Buyers & Sellers
How Massachusetts property taxes are calculated, what rates look like in Reading, Wakefield, Lynnfield, Andover, and across the North Shore, plus exemptions and appeal rights.
Read Guide →Ready to Buy or Sell?
Susan Gormady is a top-producing REALTOR® in Reading, MA with over a decade of experience helping North Shore families navigate the market. Let's talk about your goals.