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.

Ann has made the process of finding and buying a home for me and my family easy. She always answers…read moreall of our questions, and is very informative. I strongly recommend her for all of your buying and selling needs.

From the owner: I grew up in Orange County, NY in the town of Washingtonville, I worked for a major…read more Corporation and the banking industry for many years before transitioning into the Real Estate Industry. I know that Buying or Selling a home can be stressful because it is such a big decision in life. I want to be by your side to help guide, educate and navigate you through the entire process to make it a memorable experience. I will deliver exceptional service, commitment and communicate with you through the entire real estate process. I am always up to date on the current market conditions. I work with First Time Home Buyers, Sellers, Investors, Rentals, Land, New Construction, Relocation, Foreclosures and Condos/Townhomes in Westchester County, Orange County, Putnam County, Dutchess County, Rockland County, Sullivan County and Ulster County.

I just wanted to say thanks to Anita - she is the best. She made me feel as if I was her only…read moreclient - and made it her personal mission to find a suitable option for a family member looking for a fresh start after some difficulties. Within a short time we went from an impossible situation to a beautiful, secure home. Many thanks to this special lady for her attention and care.

Me and my boyfriend were looking for homes in the Putnam area and came across Albano Realty ! Anita…read moretook us to a few houses to look at that were what we were looking for , she had great punctuality by responding to calls and emails and meeting us on short notice sometimes ! Everyone makes your feel like family ! Had a great experience with Albano Realty! 10 out of 10

Working with Joann was a dream. From the beginning she was always very dilligent and on top of…read morethings. She always kept us in the loop and was patient taking us from home to home until we found our dream home. She handled all aspects of the home buying process in amazing fashion and made this a truly great and easy process. I would highly recommend Joann and i will definitely be working with her in the future if I have any real estate needs.

From the owner: Selling a Home in Putnam County in the surrounding towns of Mahopac, Putnam Valley, Brewster,…read moreCarmel. Also, Westchester County in towns near Yorktown Heights, Cortlandt manor, Somers etc. Help you Move & Home Staging Residential Real Estate Appraisal Commercial Real Estate Appraisal

I recently had the pleasure of working with Krissie Hansmann and her sister Beth on a complex real…read moreestate transaction, and I cannot speak highly enough of their expertise, professionalism, and care. My family and I were looking for someone to guide us through selling my mother's house and finding her the perfect condominium in Jefferson Village (an active 55+ retirement community.) My mother's living situation was becoming dangerous. She was in a 5 BR house with too many stairs. She should have moved years ago, but the pandemic, and dad's terminal cancer, delayed her move multiple times. She reached an age where the thought of moving was overwhelming to the point it kept her awake at night. My brother and I needed the perfect realty team to assist with our mother's unique realty needs. I interviewed three realtors before deciding upon Jefferson Valley Realty. There was something about Krissie that stood out to me immediately. She is compassionate, energetic, and has a great sense of humor. She also uniquely understands the challenges of aging parents due to her own life experiences. We were originally going to use two real estate agents, but we were so impressed with Jefferson Valley Realty, we decided to use them for both sides of the transaction. It was the right choice. Krissie and Beth handled both sides of the transaction with ease, making the entire process as smooth and stress-free as possible. One thing that stood out to me was Krissie and Beth's expertise in the Jefferson Valley area. As locals themselves, they have an intimate knowledge of the community. Mom had to see numerous place before she made up her mind. Krissie and Beth were endlessly patient: "It's okay. Now you are narrowing down the process of what you want." Mom was so specific in her preferences, I never thought we would find such a place. But, somehow, Krissie and Beth pulled off a miracle, and mom ended up in her dream condo. There are unique challenges when moving seniors. My mother had a lot of emotions tied up in her house. Every room of the house held memories. Krissie and Beth were able to approach the situation with compassion and understanding. They patiently listened to all of mom's concerns and even befriended her little dog. They were a constant source of reassurance and encouragement. There were added degrees of difficulty in moving out of the old house since the basement and shed needed building permits. Krissie guided us through the process of getting the permits we needed so we could close the deal. We would have been lost without their guidance. The dynamic duo also picked up the slack when others involved in the transaction didn't show the same dedication to their craft. They did whatever was necessary to ensure the two deals went through and mom could move into her new condo. Being local, Krissie knows the right people in the community. Whenever I needed someone, (movers, electrician, plumber, window washer, furniture removal, etc.), Krissie knew the right people. This help was invaluable since I live on the other side of the country and didn't know who to call. Krissie and Beth became more than real estate agents to us. They became like family during this emotional time of getting mom resettled. I cannot recommend Krissie and Beth enough. If you are looking for someone to guide you through the complex world of real estate, Krissie, Beth and Jefferson Valley Realty are a dream team.

Hello Again, Need to send many Thank You's to Krissie and…read moreher team.. I referred another client to Jefferson Valley Realty.. Krissie not only found them a home and got them a great price.., worked & helped them through their first time home buying.. The process was arduous to say the least.. She was with them the complete time.. She is HIGHLY recommended...!! Will keep sending people to her..