Tetrault Real Estate Services

Real Estate Brokerage · Somerset, Massachusetts

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Here is what working with Tetrault Real Estate in Somerset typically covers, from the first consultation to closing day. Services and terms vary, so confirm the details in your written agreement.

For home buyers

First buyer meeting

A conversation about price range, neighborhoods around Somerset and the buyer agreement you sign before tours.

Home search and private showings

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

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 Somerset home.

Getting the home market-ready

Staging suggestions, small fixes and scheduling professional photos.

Marketing the listing

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

Offer review and negotiation

Comparing offers on price, terms and financing strength, then negotiating to a signed contract.

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 Massachusetts rules.

Typical costs on a Somerset home

Illustrative figures for a home at the local typical value of $513,245. Real numbers depend on your agreement, lender and title company.

Item	Rate	On $513K
Listing-side commission (negotiable)	2.5–3%	$12,831–$15,397
Buyer-side compensation (negotiable)	2–3%	$10,265–$15,397
Buyer closing costs (lender, title, escrow)	2–5%	$10,265–$25,662
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 Somerset

Fall River, MA4.9 mi · $450K Barrington, RI9.5 mi · $803K Dartmouth, MA11 mi · $617K Raynham, MA13 mi · $644K East Providence, RI13 mi · $447K Attleboro, MA15 mi · $540K Providence, RI15 mi · $435K Warwick, RI16 mi · $422K

Questions about these services

How are real estate agents paid in Massachusetts?

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 Tetrault Real Estate work with both buyers and sellers?

Most agents and brokerages represent both, but not in the same transaction without written consent. Ask how Tetrault Real Estate handles dual agency or designated agency under Massachusetts 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.