Buyer Representation

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Navigate the New York City market with confidence. Unlock exclusive listings, real-time data, and a seamless search—powered by The Finelli Team and Compass tech. Get ahead. Get your NYC home.

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The Finelli Team at Compass
Your Competitive Edge

Choosing The Finelli Team provides you with a multi-faceted advantage in the competitive NYC market, combining our personalized service and deep local knowledge with the powerful technological resources of Compass.

The 9-Step NYC Home Buying Process Overview

As part of Compass, NYC's top brokerage, we offer a significant advantage. With Compass's $1.6 billion tech investment and vast network, your home-buying journey is smoother and more successful. Here's what to expect when buying property in NYC with The Finelli Team.

01

Find an Agent

Choosing the right agent and assembling your team of real estate professionals makes all the difference. We'll go over whats most important to you and discuss the many benefits buyers have working with our team at Compass.

02

Financial Preparation

After we've discussed some of your home-buying goals, we'll develop a financial strategy and help you prepare with your best foot forward. Our team has relationships at almost every major bank and we'll make sure you will get the most competitive rates.

03

The Property Search

Identifying suitable homes based on your criteria: location, budget, property type (co-op, condo, townhouse, single-family), and desired features. Leverage deep market knowledge, provide access to Compass Exclusives & Coming Soon listings, curate searches via Compass Collections, and use advanced search filters to find your perfect match.

04

Making an Offer & Negotiation

We will assess the fair market value of your prospective home and craft a competitive offer to initiate negotiations with the seller. By leveraging Compass's $1.6 billion technology platform, we'll provide data-driven market analysis and employ research based negotiation skills to secure the best possible terms and price for you.

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Home availiable on Compass.com as of March, 2025

05

Contract Negotiation

Legal counsel plays a key role in reviewing the contract. A contract deposit is typically required at signing. We will collaborate closely with your attorney, guide you through critical contract terms and manage the due diligence process.

06

Home Inspection

It is highly recommended, whether you are purchasing a turnkey new development or a pre-war co-op, to uncover potential defects and assess the property's condition. We will recommend trusted inspectors and guide you through the process, which may entail amendments or renegotiations prior to signing.

07

Formal Mortage Application & Appraisal

We'll make sure your lender has everything they need to qualify your loan and will stay in close contact throughout the underwriting process. We'll also provide your appraiser with the key details to reflect our accurate pricing.

08

Board Approval for Co-ops & Condos

For co-ops and some condos, navigating the rigorous board approval process, which involves a detailed application package and interview, is a critical hurdle. This is a significant area of our expertise. We provide expert guidance in meticulously preparing your comprehensive board package, help ensure you meet stringent financial requirements, and coach you for the board interview - significantly increasing your likelihood of a successful approval.

09

Final Walk-through & Closing

Before the final step, a walk-through ensures the property's condition meets our expectations. If any unforseen issues arise, we'll make sure you are protected and will request funds to be held in escrow until remedied. Once satisfied, the process culminates at the Closing, where we manage the closing schedule logistics and  ownership is officially transferred. Lastly, we celebrate with you!

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Investing Billions in Tech to Find Your Next Home

Join The Finelli Team on Compass One

With Compass One, you're equipped with cutting-edge real estate technology, ensuring you're always a step ahead. Compass has invested over $1.6 billion in technology over the past decade and continues to spend more than $100 million annually on research and development to simplify the buying process for you.
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See What Our Buyers Say

Beri is amazingly talented at her profession. I just purchased a co-op for my daughter (I live in Cleveland) and Beri found us the perfect place! She tirelessly took my daughter to see so many options - I treasure her patience and dedication.
Kim Lisboa
Kim Lisboa
James is far and away the best realtor we've ever encountered! He is knowledgeable, kind, experienced, and willing to go above and beyond to achieve his clients' goals. We had horrendous sellers and James helped immensely with his calming guidance and steady hands.
Meryl Rosen
Meryl Rosen
Great experience with James and the team. I highly recommend it.
Marcio Arnecke
The team worked with me to secure a deal for an apartment I was searching for
Alex
James did an outstanding job helping us both in rentals and sales. He is very easy to work with and very good at what he does.
Nirvanna Designs
I highly recommend James Finelli to anyone in search of a dedicated and knowledgeable realtor who truly cares about their clients' needs. With James by your side, you can trust that you're in the best hands possible.
Simon Itah
James was so helpful and patient, we were first time home buyers and he went above and beyond to make sure we knew what to expect throughout the whole process. James had a great sense of our preferences and gave his honest opinion about the places we saw.
Athena Buckley
Athena Buckley
Extremely pleased with the team and their very hard work!
Dom Lucido
Dom Lucido
James and his team are incredible! I've been going to him for years. He's helped me find and buy two homes in Brooklyn, as well as find renters for my condo. He has a deep knowledge of all the neighborhoods and is understanding of needs. I will always go to him for anything real estate related in NYC.
Adam Banicki
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