Allison Bilodeau Realtor Services

Real Estate Agent · Weichert Realtors · Westfield, New Jersey

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

For home buyers

Buyer strategy session

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

Home search and private showings

Tours of homes for sale in and around Westfield, including new listings as they hit the market.

Offer strategy and negotiation

Comparable sales, offer terms, contingencies and inspection negotiations.

Contract-to-close management

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

Seller services

Home valuation

A written price opinion built from sold, pending and active Westfield area comparables.

Listing preparation

Advice on repairs, staging and photography before the home goes live.

Marketing the listing

MLS exposure, online listing portals, signage and open houses where they make sense.

Showings, offers and closing

Scheduling showings, reviewing offers and managing the contract to closing.

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 Jersey rules.

Typical costs on a Westfield home

Illustrative figures for a home at the local typical value of $1,315,131. Real numbers depend on your agreement, lender and title company.

Item	Rate	On $1.32M
Listing-side commission (negotiable)	2.5–3%	$32,878–$39,454
Buyer-side compensation (negotiable)	2–3%	$26,303–$39,454
Buyer closing costs (lender, title, escrow)	2–5%	$26,303–$65,757
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 Westfield

Cranford, NJ2.5 mi · $777K New Providence, NJ3.9 mi · $1.01M Summit, NJ4.0 mi · $1.41M Union, NJ5.2 mi · $581K Chatham, NJ6.0 mi · $1.38M Maplewood, NJ6.3 mi · $974K Elizabeth, NJ7.2 mi · $549K Madison, NJ7.9 mi · $1.03M

Questions about these services

How are real estate agents paid in New Jersey?

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 Allison Bilodeau work with both buyers and sellers?

Most agents and brokerages represent both, but not in the same transaction without written consent. Ask how Allison Bilodeau handles dual agency or designated agency under New Jersey 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.