John Fortes

Licensed Real Estate Agent, Construction Supervisor (MA) (Construction Supervisor = GC equivalent recognized by many states), & Real Estate Syndication Specialist What I do *Sellers: Help Massachusetts homeowners net more by pricing to demand, staging for impact, and negotiating clean terms (appraisal, inspection, and timeline). *Buyers/Investors: Reverse-engineer the numbers (area comps, rent rolls, rehab scope, exit paths) to win the deal and protect downside. *Syndications: Manage and participate in apartment/private placements for accredited investors seeking diversified real-estate exposure. Who I help *Homeowners who want a smooth sale and the highest net (not just highest offer). *Move-up/relocating buyers who want a data-driven plan in competitive markets. *Busy professionals (accredited) who want passive real-estate access via syndications. How I work *Transparent game plan: pricing strategy, prep checklist, timeline, and weekly updates. *GC mindset: scope, budget, permits, and contractor oversight to avoid surprises. *Numbers first: deal underwriting, appraisal strategies, inspection risk mapping. *Zero handcuffs option: if I’m not delivering, you can fire me (when we price to market). Track & tools *Listing playbooks that target multiple offer scenarios and protect appraisal risk. *Buyer frameworks: must-have criteria, negotiation levers, and walk-away rules. *Investor tools: underwriting reviews and fund/diversification planning. Let’s connect *Homeowners (sell for more): Book a quick call: johnfortes.com *Buyers/Investors: Want my buy-box & underwriting checklist? DM me. *Accredited investors: Explore current/private offerings: johnfortes.com Background *Manage real-estate through syndications; formerly advised underwriting for a sponsor. *Built a real-estate fund calculator for allocation/diversification (education resource). *Former host of The Passive Investor Show (no longer actively hosting). Values *Serve first. Be clear. Make decisions with data. Win without drama. Disclaimers: Nothing here is investment, legal, or tax advice. Private placements for accredited investors only. Conduct your own due diligence. — John Website: johnfortes.com | MA License: Active | Areas: Greater Boston & South Shore (and statewide MA listings)