I recently hired an agent from Gucciardo Real Estate Group, Guiseppe Tropiano, to sell my house in…read moreAlbany and had an absolutely terrible experience with him. He disregarded all of my requests and broke clear agreements which had been made before hiring him. He was aggressive and applied maximum pressure and threats to get his way, which a sales price far below the true market price. He was only after a quick buck without doing any work. Beware of this guy. Do not trust him. A company is only as good as the people they hire and Guiseppe's behavior is a reflection of the culture of Gucciardo Real Estate Group. You have been warned. This is a true review from an actual verified customer.

I agree Anthony does great work. He's the one honest person in a sea of questionable real estate…read moresalesmen and saleswomen in Albany, all seeking to get rich and do it quickly. I'm very afraid his business will suffer due to the recent class action that effectively eliminates the role of "Buyer's Agent". If the seller won't pay my agent, I'm going to be forced to cut him loose. That's how most folks think.

I've been a customer of Trustco since it was Home & City bank. Over the years, I've had pretty good…read moreservice. About 13 years ago, they gave me a mortgage when no one else would (2008-9) Then, about 6 or 7 years ago, something changed. Maybe the bank manager turnover became too rapid? One convinced me to apply for a home equity line of credit, and then I was denied! Recently, though, I had an unpleasant series of events brought on by a teller doing the OPPOSITE of what I asked her to (by phone.) Then, another mistake in their attempt to fix the first one. Third time was a charm, and all the penalties I'd tried hard to avoid were rescinded. I know it's the times we live in, and it's hard to find good long term workers, but try something. Something...

Patrick and Julie are great. This was my first experience putting an offer down on a house. I chose…read morethem because they had great reviews across the internet and they are deeply involved in the community (http://mcsharryandassociates.com/real-estate/community-give-back/). They were genuinely interested in helping me. They are both responsive, honest, kind and very good at what they do. If I need an agent in the area again, I would go back to them in a heartbeat.

Patrick zipped around in his mercedez so fast while showing us places we lost him twice. And while…read moreat the properties he just kept zoning out; that or he didn't know anything or care about the properties we were viewing. Which was a picnic compared to how bad he was at selling; we ended up selling for 20% less than what we paid. He was so ignorant about how our property was affected by flooding and drainage he gave the buyer wrong information that hurt on the sale. We later got advice from an engineer which let us know the truth; McSharry had no idea what he was talking6 a3bout and it cost us5we lost him twice.

I have worked with HS Realty as a real estate lawyer on HS's side and on the "opposing" side…read more Knowing HS is on the deal, when on the other side, gives me a sense of relief because I know the process will be near seamless. The agents here will jump to resolve issues for clients as they appear immediately. When I am on the same side as HS Realty, I feel like less work is required of me. I routinely ignore peer-to-peer reviews because they seem insincere so I want to disclose this part: HS did not solicit me for this review nor do we have any type of financial arrangements. Way before I started my practice, I was a home shopper myself. Guess who was my agent? Haleh S. I don't regret it for one day. She got the lowest price for me and I mentally thank her every day as my neighbors paid much higher prices. There is strategy to this brokerage and they do watch for your long term interest. I am happy when I am able to pay it forward because Haleh truly embodies professionalism in real estate. She does not defer to anyone. She cares for your transaction as if they were her own. I know she treated me this way during my own transaction. And I feel the same when I work with her wonderful agents on other transactions. When you hire HS Realty, you are hiring a family friend who truly cares about you and your family.

Caitlin Montalvo was our selling agent. We cannot say enough good about her. Caitlin is a very hard…read moreworker, the perfect temperament to be a realtor, calm under pressure, thorough, professional, positive and reassuring at every step. She is a clear communicator and we knew what to expect each step of the way. You can have confidence in her abilities, whether you are buying your first home or sixth! We highly recommend her!

We had another excellent realtor experience with Bill Hannon, Howard Hanna Real Estate. We met…read morewith Bill before listing our Ballston Lake home. Bill presented us with a detailed market analysis and recommended a sale price. The price was within our ballpark estimate. The price per square foot was a bit higher than other homes in our neighborhood, but Bill was confident that given the excellent condition of our home that the house would sell fast. Once listed, the third couple presented an offer just 7 days after the listing. The offer was only 1.5% below our asking price. We accepted the offer without a counter. Bill kept us thoroughly informed during the time from offer to closing. He was always responsive to both parties and our attorney. We also recommended him to our friends who were also selling their home in Niskayuna. In summary, Bill is very knowledgeable about real estate in the Capital District. His manner is very comforting and helped to take the stress out of leaving our home of 47 years. He accommodated our needs throughout the entire process. We certainly recommend him as an outstanding real estate agent.

worst company ever. Thy will be getting bills from me as of tmm for leaks in the bathroom whn the…read moreprofessionals plumber comes the picture is of the ceiling that they fixed last week, but in reality, they only tile and didn't fix the leak

I've had a great experience living in this apartment over the past two years. The space itself has…read morebeen comfortable, well-maintained, and a place I could truly call home. Any minor issues that came up were addressed in a timely manner, which made a big difference in my overall satisfaction.

Selling my home for the first time felt overwhelming, but Kristen and Kevin made the entire process…read moreso much easier than I expected. From day one, they were patient, knowledgeable, and always available to answer my many questions. I never once felt like a bother. They took the time to explain everything clearly. Their advice on pricing, staging, and marketing was spot-on, and thanks to their strategy, we had strong interest right away. When offers came in, they walked me through every detail and helped me negotiate the best possible outcome. I never once felt like I was on my own. I'm so thankful to have had so much help navigating this process for the first time. They kept me informed, stayed ahead of every deadline, and truly made me feel like I had a team. Thank you both for making this such a positive experience!

Worst agent I ever used. i was told by Kevin he had plenty of buyers lined up. There will be a…read morebidding war. A week went by. Nothing, crickets. I got a call from another agent that brought a young couple and that couple offered my asking price. I was so fed up I took the offer. The plenty of buyers that Kevin had lined up to have a bidding war was all a lie. Look elsewhere.

My first long-distance rental property was truly in good hands because of Eddie. We've had a great…read moreexperience working with him, and we originally found him through Yelp recommendations - now I understand why he's so highly rated. Eddie has built his business on a strong reputation, and after working with him for the past few years, I've seen firsthand why. He is trustworthy, respectful, and genuinely cares about both the property and the tenants. His communication is excellent and he is always responsive, which is especially important for me as a long-distance investor. I'm grateful to have him as my property manager and have never regretted the decision. His company also handles construction and helps find good investment properties, which adds even more value. I highly recommend Eddie and his services. He's not only a great property manager but also a great person - and a dedicated father as well.

I live out of state and have been using Eddie for my property management. He is awesome,…read moretrustworthy, and gets things done. Placed a perfect tenant in my property, could not be happier and highly recommend him. Property is in Watervliet.