Kathy Martin Realtor Services

Real Estate Agent · Northport, New York

11:30 AM in Northport Directions

Here is what working with Kathy Martin in Northport typically covers, from the first consultation to closing day. Services and terms vary, so confirm the details in your written agreement.

Buyer services

Buyer strategy session

Clarifies budget, loan pre-approval status and the representation agreement now required in New York.

Showings in Northport

Scheduling private tours, previewing listings and flagging issues worth a closer look.

Offers and counteroffers

Contract terms, earnest money, inspection and appraisal contingencies explained step by step.

Contract-to-close management

Tracking deadlines for inspection, appraisal and financing until the keys change hands.

Selling a home

Pricing analysis (CMA)

A comparative market analysis based on recent sales near your Northport home.

Pre-listing checklist

Which repairs are worth doing, decluttering and photo-day preparation.

MLS listing and marketing

Listing on the local MLS and syndication to the major home-search sites.

From showing to sold

Feedback after showings, multiple-offer handling and closing coordination.

How a typical transaction works

ConsultA first conversation about goals, budget and timing — and a written agreement that spells out services and compensation.
PrepareBuyers get pre-approved; sellers review a pricing analysis and prepare the home for photos.
Market & tourListings go live on the MLS; buyers tour homes and compare recent sales.
NegotiateOffers, counteroffers, inspection requests and appraisal issues are worked through.
CloseFinal walk-through and signing with the title or escrow company under New York rules.

Typical costs on a Northport home

Illustrative figures for a home at the local typical value of $1,010,808. Real numbers depend on your agreement, lender and title company.

Item	Rate	On $1.01M
Listing-side commission (negotiable)	2.5–3%	$25,270–$30,324
Buyer-side compensation (negotiable)	2–3%	$20,216–$30,324
Buyer closing costs (lender, title, escrow)	2–5%	$20,216–$50,540
Home inspection	flat	$350–$600

Every percentage above is negotiable and is set in the written agreement. Typical value from the Zillow Home Value Index (August 2026).

Areas around Northport

Greenlawn, NY2.5 mi · $916K Kings Park, NY4.6 mi · $763K West Hills, NY7.5 mi Smithtown, NY8.1 mi · $829K Brentwood, NY9.7 mi · $646K Setauket-East Setauket, NY13 mi Bay Shore, NY13 mi · $677K West Islip, NY14 mi · $774K

Questions about these services

How are real estate agents paid in New York?

Compensation is negotiable and set out in writing. Sellers sign a listing agreement; since August 2024 buyers sign a written buyer agreement before touring homes with an agent, stating what the agent will be paid and by whom.

Does Kathy Martin work with both buyers and sellers?

Most agents and brokerages represent both, but not in the same transaction without written consent. Ask how Kathy Martin handles dual agency or designated agency under New York law.

What should I prepare before the first meeting?

Buyers: a mortgage pre-approval, a target budget and a list of must-haves. Sellers: your mortgage payoff estimate, a list of upgrades with dates, and any HOA or survey documents.