J Barrett & Company this week announced that the "Fabyan & Filias Team"—comprised of vice presidents and realtors Holly Fabyan and Paula Polo-Filias—is ranked first in sales at J Barrett & Company and third in Essex County for 2024, according to the industry's Multiple Listings Service (MLS) database.
Based in the firm’s Manchester office, Holly and Paula have worked together for five years, achieving over $83 million in sales in 2024.
“We are thrilled with what we accomplished for our clients last year!” says Holly. “Their trust and confidence in the Fabyan & Filias Team mean everything to us.”
Paula adds, “I’m proud of our achievement, but most importantly, I’m delighted to have helped our clients reach their milestones—whether selling a treasured home or finding the perfect new one.”
“Holly and Paula are among our most experienced, knowledgeable and successful agents,” says Jon Gray, president of J Barrett & Company. “They are consistent top producers, offering solid advice and unwavering support during every transaction. It’s no surprise they’re also ranked 37th in all of Massachusetts. *”
Their success is driven by meticulous attention to detail, personalized service and efficient communication—qualities that keep transactions smooth and stress-free. Holly and Paula often spend years working with sellers to prepare for an eventual sale, crafting custom strategies to meet individual client needs.
Another hallmark of their work is their “value-added” service. Leveraging an extensive network of clients from the North Shore, Greater Boston and beyond, they excel at both finding and selling homes that are sold privately. In 2024 alone, 18% of their transactions were exclusively off-market.
Holly has been a trusted guide for buyers and sellers on the North Shore for 33 years. Well-known for her dedication and stellar reputation, she tirelessly champions her clients’ interests to deliver exceptional results.
Paula, a CPA with over 30 years of expertise in residential investment properties, home construction and renovation, is highly respected for her analytical
precision and client advocacy. She ensures every client understands the complexities of the home buying or selling process.
In 2025, the team is set to expand with the addition of Lucy Pear, a North Shore native. Lucy brings over 20 years of extensive professional experience in sales and operations within the luxury hospitality sector including real estate. She served for several years as Director of Operations for a Boston real estate firm prior to relocating to the North Shore and joining J Barrett & Company.
This dynamic trio expertly guides clients through any real estate challenge, delivering a powerful combination of guidance, advocacy and expertise.
Established in January 2007, J Barrett & Company is a service-oriented company that has become the premier privately-owned real estate firm on the North Shore. The company serves the North Shore and Cape Ann areas from offices in Beverly, Gloucester, Hamilton, Ipswich, Manchester, and Marblehead.
