This is the dream team. Thanks a million, Grace & Fouad! I really appreciate you both for being so…read morethoughtful, responsive, and always sharing knowledge where you could add. It was because of your expertise that I was able to land my first home in New York. Having spent most of my life in California, this was a bigger milestone than it seemed and I can't thank you enough for helping me put my roots down in one of the most vibrant and soulful communities in Brooklyn. 11 months later, I'm happier than ever and I feel so calm and peaceful in my home. Super grateful to have had your guidance in a very competitive market!

My wife and I were so happy we found Grace and Fouad. They helped us sell our Brooklyn house in…read moreadvance of a cross-country move. We felt immediately comfortable with them from our first call. They were informative, honest, up-front and friendly. Throughout the process they've been communicative and supportive (it's always a stressful experience) - and helped us position our house in the best possible way for a sale that we're incredibly satisfied with. They've behaved with a great combination of professionalism and kindness. And we told them that if/when we ever move back to New York we'll know exactly who to call to help us buy a home.

Same as the other Corcoran agents; no communication…read more Regardless of acceptance/interest or not, communication is key to any service business. Level up your game.

Teri was my agent when I bought a co-op apartment as a first-time homebuyer in Brooklyn. She was…read moresuch a pro to work with. She has a great knowledge of the market and she was an incredibly valuable resource as I learned the ins and outs of buying a co-op in NY. She guided me through the entire process and provided excellent recommendations for banks, lawyers, inspectors, and everyone else I needed to purchase my home. Through the entire process, I felt like I was in good hands. And even during the stressful moments, I knew that Teri was looking out for my best interests. I would absolutely recommend her to anyone in NY looking to buy or sell.

Joanna sold a coop with the HARDEST co-op board imaginable. They turned down a cash offer just…read morebecause they didn't like the Woman's mother! But, thank goodness, she got it sold. She has great people associated with her too for property readiness. She went waaaay beyond any real-estate agent I have EVER worked with and I have a LOT of experience to know She is better and smarter than any I worked with. ​

I knew she would work hard for me when she showed to clean my windows by hand…read more Joanna was the best guide I could hope for. Step by step she guided me through the process of selling my apartment and provided excellent advice. In the end I got a very good price for my studio in Park Slope. Let her do her job. Hire her.

As I did not know any real estate agents in Brooklyn, I took a chance on-line where I found Donald…read moreLai to help my daughter find an apartment. The result was perfection : he instantly bonded with her and gained her confidence. He introduced her to a range of properties, quickly assessed her preferences and completed the search in two visits. My wife and I met him, when we acted as a sounding board for her on the final tour. She and we found Donald to be highly professional, knowledgable, thorough, personable and patient. His recommendations were totally on target. He also assisted in expediting the rigorous leasing process. We would unequivocally recommend as your real estate agent of choice in Brooklyn, as well has extending that recommendation throughout the City.

Worked with Donald to find a place to live in the NYC area. He is extremely professional,…read moreknowledgeable on the market and processes, and has strong connections to facilitate the search and buying process. Highlights: -Fast and concise communication -Quick turn and flexibility with last minute changes -Strong connections (legal teams, banks, etc.) and a great team to support -Had experience selling in a building we were looking at and was able to maneuver through the process to maximize negotiations for us -Positive attitude! Definitely one of the strong more seasoned real estate agents I've worked with. Thanks Donald!

We had an amazing experience working with Teddy to buy our first home. As first-time buyers, we had…read morea lot of questions, and he was endlessly patient, available, and kind. He made the process feel manageable and helped us land our dream apartment in Brooklyn. We couldn't recommend him more.

I had an excellent experience with Teddy Cafaro when I purchased my UWS co-op! I am an out of state…read morebuyer and he made arrangements around my limited schedule, showed me an array of choices. We walked up, rode up, saw city views from all types of apartments in my area of choice. I loved on, made an offer and it fairly straightforward from there. He recommended a super RE lawyer to handle things. We closed and he helped me with the walk through and he did everything on my check list. He sent me pictures, face-timed me and helped out in so many ways. Thanks Teddy!! I love my new apartment.

Janine has been our real estate agent, property manager and a close friend for the last 7 years …read more She is the best of the best . Utmost professionalism, extremely knowledgeable about the market and someone I trust . i highly recommend her without any reservation .

My partner and I recently purchased our first apartment in New York City. A process that, for…read moreanyone who has been through it knows, is no walk in the park. Were it not for the expert skills of our broker, Janine Young, of Compass, we would not be sitting in our new home today, smiling from ear to ear. Janine not only has a vast knowledge of the intricacies of buying in New York City (we purchased in Manhattan), she also has a roster of key partners to work with during the process (attorneys, mortgage lenders, contractors, etc.), and an exceptional personality and the people skills to keep you moving forward from initial search to move-in. One thing I quickly learned about Janine, that has been and is beneficial to all of her clients, is her knack for being able to find the best rate possible on mortgage loans. As our process began to gain steam, in late January of 2022, mortgage rates were on an upward trajectory. Despite that, Janine was able to find the right lender and rate for us; 2.8%! Friends who were buying during the same period had higher rates. Being first time home buyers, we were nervous about the process, especially as we were buying in a co-op. Janine let us know that she has a perfect record when it comes to co-op board approvals. She goes above and beyond in the creation of your board package. From a personally crafted cover letter, to additional interjected narratives throughout, Janine creates such a complete picture, that co-op boards can't help but accept her clients. I cannot recommend Janine enough, for any and all of your real estate needs. She is attentive and delivers; she makes things happen. Buying in New York City is a difficult task, that ended up being easier and smoother, thanks to her steadfast dedication. Janine went to bat for us and knocked it out of the park. I know that she will do, and does, the same for everyone.

Crystal is an excellent agent. She catered to my every need, made me feel special, like I was her…read moreonly client. We were looking for a very specific property to accommodate a large production crew in a somewhat remote location in NY. Not only did she deliver, be she exceeded our best expectations of what she could accomplish. Crystal is pure excellence! I would definitely recommend her to anyone seeking a property.

I have served as the property manager for a prominent Clinton Hill real estate investor for 6…read moreyears, during which we have worked with many real estate agents, brokers, and offices. Ms. Weston was referred to me when we were having difficulty renting an apartment that is typically hard to rent and that our regular broker had been unable to rent. Ms. Weston was able to find us a tenant who was not only qualified, but who also fell over heels for our unique rental. As an experienced property manager who has worked with real estate agents with a wide range of skills, Ms. Weston is, by far, one of the most talented I have encountered. She is not only versed in the numbers of the business, such as what rents are going for, how broker's fees work in NYC, and the impact of the new construction on "old Brooklyn," but she is also able to quickly feel out renters by determining their needs and then making appropriate recommendations. Ms. Weston is professional, thorough, timely, and exhibits great follow-through. If you need a real estate agent who can quickly find your next tenants and who has the skills to assess them and make sure they are qualified before presenting them to you, I highly recommend her. She gets the job done.

From the moment I went in the apartment for the open house, I was warmly greeted by Kimberley. She…read morewas very professional and had answers for every question I asked. She knew the area very well and made some very good restaurant, school and transportation suggestions. Even after I got the apartment, she was still accommodating to answer the many questions I still had. Great realtor! Very knowledgeable!

Kim was incredible. She was always quick to respond and was on top of every single detail. She is…read morethe reason I found and got my dream apartment and I couldn't have done it without her. And after I got it, she didn't just drop off the face of the earth like some realtors. She continued to stay in touch to make sure I had everything I needed and that the apartment was in good shape. I mean it when I say she was with me every step of the way throughout this process. Not to mention, she was kind and friendly and made the whole ordeal of moving a complete pleasure. I couldn't recommend Kim more highly! I'll definitely be using her again the next time I move.

We highly recommend working with Peter McGuire of Smith Hanten Properties--and not just because…read morehe's probably the best-dressed real estate agent we've ever met. After our tenant of 15 years moved on, we turned to Peter, whose deep knowledge of the local market helped us price and position our newly renovated apartment perfectly. He created professional photos and an excellent video, then marketed them broadly, generating strong interest right away. Peter carefully screened candidates, met them in person, and kept us informed every step of the way. The result: a great tenant, a smooth process, and the confidence that we had a true professional (with great style) in our corner.

I'm finding myself difficult to write this as I know this will blemish the amazing 5 star record…read more But my experience is SOOOOO awful it should not go without telling. James Lola is a horrible individual. And when you recall stories of despicable brokers, he embodies ALLLL of that. This perspective comes from a renter interested in a home James has exclusive rights to. This apartment is located on Hoyt St and I feel terrible for the homeowners he represents. The one major issue was the ability to get into the home. Due to the fact that there were current tenants residing in the space, access was limited. This is very understandable to myself and all. I followed up with James for several days until he responded with an option that worked. Sidebar - I had to do all of the follow up. On my final attempt to confirm a time with James, he responded by asking if my partner is coming. Let's put a few things out there. 1) If you're a New Yorker, We all know how cut throat the real estate industry is. 2) It's preferable by brokers that all parties are in attendance for the viewing, but when it doesn't work due to limited access then it doesn't work. And my partner is a doctor with irregular hours. 3) It's not difficult to know right away if an apartment is a good fit or not. And if it is, a second visit is not unwarranted. Back to the story of James. James responds with "we require all adults who will occupy to view together, at least the first time. We can't rent an apartment to people who haven't seen it, and whom we haven't met." Now, I personally have seen an apartment without my partner. He has done the same. And we do understand this is a preferred option but given the difficulty of being able to get access because of the current tenants, the very limited viewing hours, attempting to see the place for a week, and the fact that my partner also has a hard schedule due to his career, I would have HOPED there would be some flexibility since I could see it on Wed and he could see it on Friday if I felt this would be a great fit. After James response, I decide to immediately call him and have a conversation. And THIS is where sh*t hits the fans!!

Working with Laura Merrill was such a pleasure. She helped us get 100% ready with our application…read moredocuments before even beginning our tours so that we could be ready to go when the time came to apply. She was responsive and gave great advice. Highly recommend reaching out to her if you're starting your apartment search!

I worked with Laura Merrill to find an apartment in the city on a tight timeline while relocating…read morefrom out of state. She showed me several excellent listings and made sure I had everything in order for a fast approval. The whole experience was seamless, and I'd recommend her to anyone looking for a new place in the city.