Alice Gueno Realtor Services

Realtor · Ellicott City, Maryland

6:13 AM in Ellicott City Directions

Here is what working with Alice Gueno in Ellicott City typically covers, from the first consultation to closing day. Services and terms vary, so confirm the details in your written agreement.

Buying a home

Buyer strategy session

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

Home search and private showings

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

Offers and counteroffers

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

Getting to the closing table

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

For home sellers

Listing price strategy

Comparable sales and current competition used to set a realistic asking price.

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.

Focus areas

Investment Property

Rental comparables and cash-flow estimates for investors.

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 Maryland rules.

Typical costs on an Ellicott City home

Illustrative figures for a home at the local typical value of $735,463. Real numbers depend on your agreement, lender and title company.

Item	Rate	On $735K
Listing-side commission (negotiable)	2.5–3%	$18,387–$22,064
Buyer-side compensation (negotiable)	2–3%	$14,709–$22,064
Buyer closing costs (lender, title, escrow)	2–5%	$14,709–$36,773
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 Ellicott City

Columbia, MD2.9 mi · $508K Hanover, MD6.5 mi · $533K Pikesville, MD8.4 mi · $431K Baltimore, MD10 mi · $187K Owings Mills, MD11 mi · $398K Laurel, MD12 mi · $473K Odenton, MD14 mi · $471K Towson, MD14 mi · $474K

Questions about these services

How are real estate agents paid in Maryland?

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 Alice Gueno work with both buyers and sellers?

Most agents and brokerages represent both, but not in the same transaction without written consent. Ask how Alice Gueno handles dual agency or designated agency under Maryland 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.