Elysian Homes by Mark Siwiec and Associates Services

Real Estate Team · Rochester, New York

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Here is what working with Elysian Homes by Mark Siwiec and Associates in Rochester 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 York.

Showings in Rochester

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

Offer strategy and negotiation

Comparable sales, offer terms, contingencies and inspection negotiations.

Getting to the closing table

Coordinating with the lender, title or escrow office and the other agent so nothing slips.

For home sellers

Home valuation

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

Getting the home market-ready

Staging suggestions, small fixes and scheduling professional photos.

MLS listing and marketing

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

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 New York rules.

Typical costs on a Rochester home

Illustrative figures for a home at the local typical value of $247,040. Real numbers depend on your agreement, lender and title company.

Item	Rate	On $247K
Listing-side commission (negotiable)	2.5–3%	$6,176–$7,411
Buyer-side compensation (negotiable)	2–3%	$4,941–$7,411
Buyer closing costs (lender, title, escrow)	2–5%	$4,941–$12,352
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 Rochester

Greece, NY5.4 mi Pittsford, NY6.7 mi · $522K Fairport, NY9.6 mi · $410K Canandaigua, NY26 mi Geneva, NY38 mi · $230K

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 Elysian Homes by Mark Siwiec and Associates work with both buyers and sellers?

Most agents and brokerages represent both, but not in the same transaction without written consent. Ask how Elysian Homes by Mark Siwiec and Associates 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.