Why Work With Us?

Steve McKenna & The Home Advantage Team was a powerhouse real estate team to work with when we recently sold our Medford home. Our home was a little unique for the area and we were very unsure how to price and market it. Annie and Steve walked us through every step and took care of so many little details, making a hectic process much smoother and simpler. From the staging to the showing/listing software they use, we felt comfortable and confident every step of the way. In the end, after just one weekend of showings, we received double digit offers and accepted one far above the list price. We would recommend the The Home Advantage Team to everyone looking to sell their home!

- Katherine & Adam, Sellers, Medford

Working with Steve and Annie was a delightful experience. We, of course, had a ton of questions and there was never any hesitation to answer them quickly and thoroughly. They kept us informed every step of the way. We would definitely recommend them to others when selling or buying a home. Should we move again in the near future (hopefully not) we'll be reaching out to Steve and Annie. Thank you for everything you did for us.

Kevin - Buyer in Woburn

Annie Kelly and Steve McKenna were wonderful! Annie was great both assisting us when purchasing our new house and then helping us get ready to sell our former house.

Hugo - Seller in Arlington

Working with Steve and Annie was a delightful experience. We, of course, had a ton of questions and there was never any hesitation to answer them quickly and thoroughly. They kept us informed every step of the way. We would definitely recommend them to others when selling or buying a home. Should we move again in the near future (hopefully not) we'll be reaching out to Steve and Annie. Thank you for everything you did for us.

Kevin - Buyer in Woburn

Annie and Steve were amazing from open(house) to close(ing). We knew from our first meeting that BOWES was the proper choice for our Realtors. Both Annie and Steve answered all of our questions and demonstrated their expertise and professionalism throughout the entire process. Annie was always available to us even at absurd hours. They were an absolute pleasure to work with and made the selling of our first house bearable. BOWES will definitely be contacted when selling in the future. 

Kevin & Melanie - Sellers in Stoneham

We worked with Steve McKenna, Annie Kelly and their team at Gibson Sotheby's for the sale of our home in Arlington and the purchase of a new home in Hudson. We could not have been happier with how both went. They took the time to explain the process, which changed since we purchased our home, talked about how they would advise us each step of the way, reviewed the pros/cons of different timelines, etc. It was all very reassuring. Then came the open house - the staging was phenomenal, the brochure looked great and most importantly attendance was high. When it came time to make an offer on new homes, their advice and guidance helped us make competitive offers. We'd highly recommend working with Steve, Annie and the team at Gibson's.

- Chris and Lisa M., Seller, Arlington  -  August, 2026

Engaging Steve McKenna and his Home Advantage team was the best and easiest part of selling my Reading home. Other reviews will testify to the organization's efficiency and stellar communication, and I concur.
What I'll add is this: From our first meeting, I felt Steve, Annie, Maya, and the rest of the team understood my home. They noticed how we lived in it and what we loved about it. They noticed what made it beautiful and special, down to the tiniest detail. This attention to the home's best qualities truly informed how they marketed and sold it. They made sure it was ready—spiffed up and sparkling—not just staged. Ready for someone to see how they could live there, how they could build their lives there. Ready for someone to fall in love with it. I'm happy to say that's exactly what happened.
Leaving a long-time family home may be the right choice, but it isn't easy. Knowing that the home will be loved by its new owners means so much, and I couldn't be more pleased. I have Steve and his team to thank for that.

- Hayley B., Seller, Reading  -  March, 2026

My dad had recently passed away after a long illness and was fortunate to live in his home till end of life. I needed to clean out, update, and sell a home of a 94 year old man of 30 plus years–you can only imagine the clutter. Also, the home was accommodating all my Dad's set back bars, ramps, poles, wheelchairs, walkers, etc.

I asked some family members and friends who lived in Medford, West Medford, Brooks Estate, and the St. Rays areas who they would use–all of them said, "Annie Kelly!" So, I did some research, called up Annie, and that was it.

We met immediately, assessed the situation, and came up with a plan: junkman, organizer, cleaners, carpenters, painters, staging, pricing, open house, timing. You name it, we did it. The plan was maybe 4 weeks until the open house.

Annie lead the way, never dropping the ball–worked through the day, night, and weekends. She helped me thru permits, all kind of inspections, paperwork–things I have not done previously. She put the house on, hosted open houses Friday to Sunday, and on Tuesday, 12:00PM sharp, my Dad's home was sold–talk about a Mary Poppins and a bag of tricks!

Along the way, we connected–we had many things in common, and I made a new friend as well. My occupation is also sales, and I pride myself in getting my customers over the finish line–big and small, all with the same integrity and direction, but a little empathetic flexibility for each individual needs–and that's what Annie Kelly has, that has stuck with me after our deal was done. 

- Maureen W., Medford, Seller - September 2025 

Annie Kelly was my buyer agent and a joy to work with! She was always available to look at a house with me when I found one of interest. When I put in offers, she was in constant communication the seller's agent, putting in the good word for me, knowing how many offers were made, etc. When I discovered an error in the listing for the house I purchased, Annie successfully advocated for me to get compensated for it. She's extremely knowledgeable about the entire MA home buying process, which was especially helpful to me since was the first house located in MA that I've purchased; she was always on top of where we were in the whole process. At my request, she gave me recommendations for a home inspector and real estate attorney, and I was extremely happy with their services. I highly recommend Annie for your home-buying journey!

- Renee R., Stow, Buyer - February 2025

We’ve had the absolute pleasure of working with Annie Kelly, Steve McKenna, and The Home Advantage Team for more than 12 years, and their exceptional service has been consistent every step of the way. Over the years, they have guided us through buying two homes and selling one, and each experience has been nothing short of amazing.

What sets Annie Kelly, Steve McKenna, and team apart is their dedication to going above and beyond. Whether it’s attending walk-throughs and inspections or providing recommendations for trusted local service providers like electricians, plumbers, cleaners, or carpenters, they are always there to support us in every way possible. It’s clear they genuinely care about their clients and are committed to ensuring a smooth and stress-free process.

Their deep knowledge of the local market is also invaluable. Anytime we had questions—no matter how big or small—they were always able to provide clear, thoughtful, and well-informed answers. Their expertise and insight gave us confidence at every stage of the buying and selling process.

We can’t recommend Annie Kelly, Steve McKenna and the Home Advantage Team enough! If you’re looking for a team that’s professional, personable, and truly dedicated to your best interests, look no further. We’re so grateful to have found them and look forward to working with them again in the future.

- Jenn & Michelle, Arlington, Sellers & Buyers - January 2025