I'm a disabled retired first responder, whom has never felt so violated, disrespected and…read more disregarded by a vendor whose services I had contracted. A real estate agent and a broker from Howard Hanna Rand, came to my residence this morning, as I have been shopping for a real estate company to represent me on the sale of my residence. This was the first meeting where we were only discussing informational options on the types of services they could provide me. On arrival my ex wife told my parents, "You can leave." I was not comfortable with this and voiced my disagreement. My ex wife who is selling the house with me, teamed up with the real estate agent who proceeded to threaten to have my parents arrested for criminal trespass in my own house, since they come over and help me with my disability and so I felt comfortable with my ex wife in the house. As a disabled person, my parents are critical to my safety and daily help. To my dismay, the real estate agent insisted that my ex should call the police, to have my parents arrested and thrown out of my house. When the police arrived they informed the real estate agent and my ex, that they were unable to "throw out" my parents. They also convinced me to give them access to my children's room, but protected my lawful privacy and advised that it would be unlawful for the real estate agent and ex wife to gain access to any doors that were locked. The real estate then went through my house, taking pictures of each room and allowing my ex wife to record on her camera. I was told that they would be back to take professional pictures of the property. The real estate agent wanted access to my locked bedroom. Again I disagreed and voiced my opinion on the matter, and was ask by the agent, "What are you hiding in there? I'm here, I want to go in." Which I asked why if they were taking professional pictures did they need to go in now I could take pictures and send it to them. Instead of listening to my objection they unlocked my bedroom door and began taking pictures of my uniform and rummaged through my personal property. I would never recommend anyone to take on business with an organization that employs heartless, cold, unprofessional, disrespectful, deceitful, delusional and deeply psychologically disturbed people as was the real estate agent who visited my house this morning. Howard Hanna Rand, this man is a liability who will ruin your company and reputation for years to come. I would be happy to discuss with a representative if they reach out to me and ensure me that this gross mistreatment will be dealt with accordingly.

Melissa was a tremendous resource for us when buying our first home. She educated us on the home…read morebuying process and was a sounding board for us every step of the way. Whenever a question or concern arose, Melissa was readily available and provided us with honest feedback. We always valued her input because we knew it was based on her extensive knowledge of the housing market. In order to assist us further, Melissa was able to utilize her network of associates to put us in contact with other top tier professionals in our area. We highly recommend Melissa for any of your real estate needs!

From the owner: Melissa specializes in real estate in Orange County, NY. She believes it is imperative to be…read moreavailable to help not only clients who are actively looking to buy or sell real estate, but to also provide insight about the market, community events/updates, and property maintenance to anyone looking for the information. Melissa strives to identify the needs of each of her clients, creating a customized plan to help ensure a smooth and positive real estate experience. She works hard to educate her clients about all aspects of real estate, so they can be empowered to make informed decisions. Melissa hopes people associate her name with all things home, and encourages them to reach out to her to discuss any questions they may have. Follow Melissa on social media to get regular tips and community info!

Walter is incredibly personable, professional and truly cares about his clients. The passion he…read moreputs into real estate is the same passion he puts into life... nothing but the greatest for this man and his clients. His work ethic is unmatched!

From the owner: With more than a decade of experience in the hospitality industry, Walter J. Franco brings a…read moreservice-driven mindset and sharp attention to detail to every real estate transaction. Known for his client-first approach, Walter ensures a smooth and supportive experience for buyers and sellers alike. As a bilingual agent fluent in English and Spanish, he’s proud to guide a diverse range of clients through the real estate process with clarity and confidence. His specialties include: • Assisting first-time homebuyers • Listing and marketing homes for sale • Working with residential rentals • Providing bilingual service for Spanish-speaking clients • Personalized support across NYC, Westchester, Putnam, Dutchess, Orange counties and Western Connecticut. • Strong communication and skilled negotiation throughout the transaction • Creating a welcoming, concierge-style experience rooted in his hospitality background • Managing client needs with professionalism, patience, and a focus on long-term relationships • Guiding buyers and sellers through every step with clarity, empathy, and care Walter is a proud member of the Empire Team at Keller Williams Realty Partners and holds active membership with both the Hudson Gateway Association of Realtors (HGAR) and the National Association of REALTORS (NAR). Backed by a strong team and trusted industry network, Walter is committed to delivering exceptional results and building lasting relationships with every client he serves.

Smart, knowledgeable, well established in the area and completely trustworthy. I highly recommend…read moreKeller Williams and Claude.

I put my house on the market using real estate agent Claude Brischoux of Keller Williams and…read moreliterally had an offer in less than a week. I have now closed on that property and I am very thankful to Claude for all of his help during the process. He recommended very experienced photographers who did an amazing job. We also had a virtual reality tour that basically puts you inside the home right from your computer. This was a service he offered to us that we were unfamiliar with, but after it was done we were very happy with the results. We give him a 5 star rating!!!

Kichka Pascaru - Extremely Knowledgeable, Personable, represents you with Honesty and Integrity!…read moreKichka Pascaru partnered with the Christies International brand is all you will need when trying to sell your home!! When I decided to sell my home, I knew that I wanted an Agent that would be extremely knowledgeable with selling homes in Orange County area. It was also important to me that such an Agent be very friendly and personable when communicating with potential buyers. Kichka was all of this and more. She took the time to learn about the various selling points related to my home so that she could point them out in a positive way to each perspective client. This lead to immediate interest in the home with over ten perspective clients all submitting bids directly after viewing the home with Kichka. Kichka's strong sales skills not only led to over ten immediate offers after their perspective viewings but she helped to create such excitement for the home which led to a 25K increase in sale price over the listing price. I would also like to give credit to Christides International for doing a excellent job with all of the pictures, video's and home listing. I couldn't of asked for anything better than what they produced. Thank you again to Kichka and Christides International for creating such a positive and memorable experience related to selling my home!

From the owner: I would like to take you to your lucky house. We don't just sell real estate, we guide you how to…read moreget to the finish line. A real estate professional can save you money and help you net more money. There is no perfect time to buy or sell. It is your goals that matter most! Hudson Valley has a lot to offer and a lot of great places to live. Call me now if you’re interested in buying or selling a home: 347-306-8670.

Layla is terrific! She gets things done! She's cool. calm, and collected. You will love those…read morequalities when buying or selling a home because the proc ess is extremely stressful. Multiple problems with banks, lawyers, and homeowner insurance! Better call Layla! She has many connections and used them to set things right for myself and my wife wife. We described her as the eye of the hurricane because she brought peace and resolution during our homebuying storms. I would recommend Layla to anyone looking for a real estate agent who knows the business from top to bottom. My wife and I will never forget everything she did for us. We now have a home that is near perfect for us and Layla was a huge influence in making our dream home a reality!

What-an-experience! My wife and I decided to sell our home and went with Gloria Luciano as our Real…read moreEstate Agent as the best fit candidate, and whao what a right choice it was. Not only did she manage to sell our home for more than my next door neighbor, but was able to negotiate with the buyers for LESS credit at closing the table, all while the buyers kept pushing for way more unreasonably. She helped with clean out resources, and other networks. Whenever we needed anything in the process, she was there to help and that was by far an outstanding unique quality of hers compared to others that prolong or put a dead end to real estate goals in todays horrible market. She was easy to work with, a professional in her field, adaptive, and an effective communicator. We totally recommend Gloria Luciano for any real estate needs, buy, sell, or rent. Thank you so much for your help! It was a pleasure for us to work with you.

From the owner: OWN iT : From renter to buyer, employee to owner, owner to seller, and/or investor - I will be…read moreyour resourceful guide every step of the way, creating innovative solutions, negotiating your terms, & getting you the deal you deserve.