Get Your Home Buyer Guide

We're often asked if it’s possible to buy a home with a lower-than-average income. Our team put together a guide that answers this question with a firm “yes!”


There’s a bounty of resources that buyers with limited incomes can use to find and afford housing.


We have collected information about all the best options in one simple resource.

As a bonus, we added specific tips that home hunters can use to financially prepare for a mortgage.

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OUR REALTORS

Meet Jim Armstrong — North Shore MA Realtor & Real Estate Expert

 

I’m Jim Armstrong, a lifelong North Shore resident and the leader of the Armstrong Field Group at ALUXETY Real Estate. My connection to this area runs deep. Born in Chicopee, my family moved to Danvers in 1961, and I spent more than 30 years living in Salem before settling in Beverly—giving me firsthand knowledge of the communities, neighborhoods, and market trends that shape North Shore Massachusetts real estate.

 

A Career Built on Local Expertise & Client Service

I earned my Massachusetts real estate license in 2000 and quickly discovered my passion for helping people navigate the real estate market. Within two years, I became one of Salem’s top three Realtors® and was promoted to manage the Salem office of Vernon A. Martin, Inc.

 

Real estate is part of my family’s heritage. My grandmother, Lilienne Field, was one of Salem’s most respected Realtors® from the 1940s through the 1970s. Following her example, I founded Armstrong Field Real Estate, which I successfully operated for 19 years before merging with ALUXETY Real Estate to expand our services across Massachusetts, New Hampshire, and Maine.

 

My Philosophy as a Beverly & North Shore Real Estate Professional

I believe real estate is about relationships—not just transactions. Clients choose me for exceptional customer service, hyper-local market knowledge, strong negotiation skills, and a marketing strategy that consistently delivers results. Whether you’re buying a starter home, relocating to the North Shore, or selling a luxury waterfront estate, I ensure a smooth, strategic, and rewarding experience from start to finish.

 

Specialties & North Shore Real Estate Expertise

I work with buyers and sellers throughout Essex, Suffolk, and Middlesex counties, specializing in:

  • Luxury homes on the North Shore
  • Waterfront and oceanfront properties
  • Historic homes and antique properties
  • Estate sales, probate real estate, and family transitions

  • Subdivisions, new construction, and condominium developments

  • Small business marketing and commercial sales

 

Through the Armstrong Field Group at ALUXETY Real Estate, my team and I offer a collaborative, seven-days-a-week approach that provides unmatched communication, strategic guidance, and consistent results.

 

Real Estate Education & Training

Beyond helping clients, I’m also a licensed Massachusetts real estate instructor. I enjoy teaching new and aspiring agents how to succeed in today’s competitive real estate market—sharing the same skills, strategies, and insights that have helped me build a long-standing North Shore real estate career.

Jim Armstrong
Jim Armstrong

REALTOR®

I have been a licensed real estate agent since 2009. I specialize in property rentals, but also love working with buyers and sellers. In fact, I love finding buyers and renters the perfect home! I am extremely persistent and won't give up on a deal, no matter how many twists and turns there may be! 
 
Growing up on the North Shore, I love all this area has to offer and appreciate the variety of architecture styles all around us. In my spare time, I enjoy renovating houses and going for walks.
 
Elizabeth Fair
Elizabeth Fair

Agent

Allow me to introduce myself

With a passion for helping others and a keen eye for real estate, I've been dedicated to guiding clients through their home buying and selling journeys since 2016. I pride myself on my honesty, integrity, and commitment to providing exceptional service.

Throughout my career, I've continuously sought to expand my knowledge and skills through ongoing education. I believe that learning is a lifelong process, and I'm always eager to stay up-to-date on the latest market trends and industry best practices.

I'm an active member of my community and enjoy building strong relationships with the people I meet. Whether you're a first-time homebuyer or a seasoned investor, I'm here to listen to your needs and help you achieve your real estate goals.

Let's work together to find your perfect home. Contact me today for a consultation.

 
John Sawyer
John Sawyer

Agent

“Follow The Yellow Boots Home” TM with Lisa Santamaria-Capetanelis! I have a very distinctive look from anyone else that I create every day. My main accessories are my yellow boots. I have always paid close attention to the details of my fashions, my life, and how I conduct myself and my real estate business. As in fashion, I pride myself on spending time with my Seller and Buyer clients, paying attention to what they need and what they need from me to get the job done. As a Seller agent, we work together to prepare their property for the market following my marketing plan which includes a combination of photos, video, staging, decluttering, and floor plans. Having a plan in place has great results in house transference. As a Buyer agent, I meet with them, before they are ready to start looking. The first step is to educate them about the process of achieving their goals of home ownership and being in constant contact with them before, during, and after each success. I am a lifelong resident of the North Shore. I lived in Salem for a few years and continue to be a Salemite by association and reputation. Everything about me and my experiences over the years has helped me develop a long-standing and successful career in Real Estate. I was inspired by my Grandfather who immigrated here from Italy. He started in roofing and worked his way up the real estate food chain to create his own business. REAL ESTATE WORK EXPERIENCE...Carlson GMAC...2004 - 2008Armstrong Field Real Estate...2009 - PresentTYPE OF REAL ESTATE...Seller & Buyer Representation in Residential Real Estate...Single Family, Condominiums & Multi-Unit properties.PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS & AFFILIATIONS...REALTOR® | MLS |NSAR | NSR | MAR | NAR | Realty GuildPROFESSIONAL DESIGNATIONS...LMC (Loss Mitigation Certification) |RENE (Real Estate Negotiations Expert)AREAS OF COVERAGE...Essex, Suffolk and Middlesex Counties. I also have a large referral network of agents in areas that I am not familiar with.RECOGNITIONS & AWARDS...Ruby Medallion | Lilian I. Field Award | REALTOR® of the 3rd Quarter (3 years) | Silver Club | Gold ClubEDUCATION...Mrs. Alexander’s Elementary School | Brookwood | BishopFenwick High School | Rivier College (University) | School Of FashionDesignBACKGROUND...Education | Fashion Design | Clothing, book and Music | Food Service | Small Business Owner | Tour Guide | Catering |Property Staging For MarketINTERESTS...Architecture | Fashion | Dancing | Eating/Dining |Pop Culture| Vintage & Mid Century Modern EVERYTHING | Music | Art | Theater, movies and film | People | Culture | Entertainment | Travel | Languages |Animals of all kinds | Domestic and International travel | Collecting various items of interestTALENTS...Entertaining/hosting and attending various social events | Modeling | Personal styling/stylist| Identifying songs and musicians | Making friends of various backgrounds, beliefs, and lifestyles | Performance art. HOBBIES... Shopping | gardening | Collage, puzzle, and house model constructing | Recreational beekeeping | Chicken socializing and wrangling LANGUAGES...English | Spanish | I am a self-proclaimed partial polyglot...I speak a little of many languages
Lisa Santamaria-Capetanelis
Lisa Santamaria-Capetanelis

REALTOR

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