Hinch Knows Homes
Agent at Today Real Estate
Local business · 51 W Main St, Georgetown, MA 01833, USA
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- 3 reviews in the last 6 monthsNo negatives
- 1 customer photoOf completed work
Highlights
- Mentioned on Reddit — 1 mention in r/northshore, positive
- First-time buyers — 2024 reviewers cite step-by-step guidance and prompt answers
- Problem deals — a 2026 buyer credited him with settling septic costs at closing
- Both sides of a move — reviewers describe buying and selling with him
- Local Reddit mention — a neighbour reported a two-state MA/NH transaction
- Thin review history — 11 written reviews, mostly one platform
- Narrow stated coverage — self-reported towns run Boxford to Newburyport
- Two-state licensing — a Reddit claim, not registry-confirmed; ask directly
Sixteen Google ratings, every one of them five stars — and the reviews behind them keep circling the same two words: knowledgeable and calm. Hinch Knows Homes is Michael Hinchliffe's residential real estate practice, run out of Georgetown and working the towns north of Boston. The site says he operates under the Today Real Estate brokerage and covers Boxford, Georgetown, Groveland, Newburyport and Rowley, handling both sides of a move — buyer representation, listings, and home value estimates. The most useful thing in his written history isn't a compliment, it's a problem he handled. In a July 2026 review, a buyer of a historic property with a septic issue described him chasing down quotes and making sure the replacement and its costs were settled at closing, so they never had to do the legwork themselves — and said he stayed responsive after the sale. That is the kind of account that tells you what a buyer's agent actually does when a deal gets complicated. First-time buyers are the recurring theme. Reviewers writing in 2024 described being walked through the process step by step and having questions answered promptly, and one seller in a September 2025 review said a last-minute decision to sell went through without the anxiety they expected. A Reddit commenter in a March 2026 r/northshore thread reported buying in Massachusetts and selling in New Hampshire with him, noting he is licensed in both states — worth treating as one neighbor's account rather than a confirmed credential. What there isn't much of is volume or spread. Eleven written reviews across 2024 to 2026, with a cluster in spring 2024 and a few this summer, is a modest history for judging consistency, and it comes almost entirely from one platform. Nothing negative appears anywhere in it. A sensible call for a first-time buyer or a seller in the Georgetown–Newburyport corridor who wants a lot of hand-holding. If your search sits outside those towns, ask directly how often he works there before signing anything.
Heard around town
On Reddit
- PositiveRealtor for select towns in North Shore?Mar 19, 2026
“Bought my current house with him in MA, sold the previous house with him in NH, he's not just a great realtor (that is licensed in both states), he's an amazing person!”
— u/dyfhid in r/northshoreRead the thread ↗
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Most recent comments
- 5.0Jul 24, 2026
Working with Michael was a true pleasure! He was warm, collaborative, and incredibly knowledgeable throughout the transaction. He was a strong advocate for his client while maintaining a steadfast demeanor and consistently positive attitude that helped keep everything moving smoothly. I would welcome the opportunity to work with him again!
— carolina ComptonView on Google Reviews ↗ - 5.0Jul 23, 2026
Michael is an absolute gem. From start to finish he paid attention to every detail and followed through so that every I was dotted and t crossed. I bought a historic piece of property with a septic issue and he went above and beyond to get quotes and ensure that it was replaced and all costs were accounted for by the buyer at the closing. I didn’t have to deal with any legwork at all. He was extremely responsive and still is post closing. He will make sure you are protected and feel like a priority. His knowledge of real estate is profound and I am so lucky to have been referred to him. He has been in the business for decades and it shows. You will not regret hiring him. He loves what he does and it shows.
— Maria MichaudView on Google Reviews ↗ - 5.0Jul 17, 2026
Working with you on this transaction was truly a pleasure. From the very beginning, you stood out by sending your offer in a personalized video.....a thoughtful touch that I've never experienced before. It immediately set a positive tone and showed the kind of personal service you provide your clients. Throughout the transaction, you were personable, easy to talk to, and always approachable. Communication was seamless, and we worked together to develop strategies that helped us navigate the challenges and keep the transaction moving forward. It never felt like we were on opposite sides, we were simply two professionals working toward the same goal of achieving the best outcome for our clients. I'm grateful for your professionalism, creativity, and collaborative approach. Most importantly, both of our clients walked away happy, which speaks volumes about how well we worked together. I'd gladly welcome the opportunity to work with you again on another transaction.
— Kelsi CahowView on Google Reviews ↗ - 5.0Sep 11, 2025
Mike was amazing to work with. It was a last minute decision to sell. Contacted Mike and he took all the anxiety out of the process. Highly recommend!
— Brooksany VettergreenView on Google Reviews ↗ - 5.0May 22, 2024
Michael helped us get our forever/dream home! As first time homebuyers, we were a little nervous about the whole process but Michael made it not only easy, but enjoyable! He made sure we knew what was happening in each leg of the process and made sure we were comfortable with everything at all times. We will forever be grateful for the help Michael gave us, and will direct friends and family his way who are buying or selling a home! There’s one thing that is for sure, Hinch Knows (a lot about) Homes! 🏡
— Caroline LachendroView on Google Reviews ↗
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Added 11 new comments, added 34 new photos, established rating 3.9
- behind the score: Thin review history — 11 written reviews, mostly one platform