FAQs
How much does it cost to sell a condo in Brooklyn?
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Closing costs for selling a condo in Brooklyn typically range from 8–10% of the final sale price. These costs usually include real estate broker commissions, NYC and New York State transfer taxes, and attorney fees. I provide sellers with a detailed closing cost estimate before listing.
Do you provide pricing and staging advice for Brooklyn homes?
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Yes. I offer pricing strategy and home staging advice for Brooklyn condos, co-ops, and townhomes. I also co-own a professional staging company, Maison & Main, which allows me to help sellers prepare their homes to attract qualified buyers and maximize value.
Do you specialize in North Brooklyn real estate?
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Yes. I specialize in North Brooklyn real estate, including DUMBO and Downtown Brooklyn. I also work extensively in South Brooklyn neighborhoods like Bay Ridge, as well as Manhattan areas including SoHo, the Upper East Side, and the Upper West Side.
Do you help first-time buyers in Brooklyn?
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Yes — I specialize in helping first-time home buyers in Brooklyn navigate the NYC real estate market. From co-ops and condos to financing and closing, I guide buyers step by step through the process in neighborhoods like Bay Ridge, Downtown Brooklyn, and DUMBO.
Can you help with co-op purchases in Bay Ridge?
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Do you work with Compass off-market listings?
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Do you help with apartment rentals in Brooklyn?
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Do renters pay a broker fee in NYC?
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It depends on representation. In NYC, if a renter chooses to work with a broker to find an apartment, the renter typically pays the broker fee. Broker fees are paid by whichever party the broker represents in the rental transaction.
Can you help relocate clients moving to NYC?
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How long have you been a real estate agent in NYC?
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I’ve been a licensed New York City real estate agent for over 11 years, helping buyers, sellers, and renters navigate the Brooklyn and Manhattan real estate markets.
Yes. I regularly work with international buyers purchasing property in NYC, including condos and co-ops. I help guide clients through financing, legal requirements, and the nuances of buying real estate in New York City.
My primary service areas include Bay Ridge, Downtown Brooklyn, DUMBO, and North Brooklyn, as well as Manhattan neighborhoods such as SoHo, the Upper East Side, and the Upper West Side.
Do you work with international buyers in NYC?
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Absolutely. I have extensive experience with Bay Ridge co-ops and am often referred to as the “Co-op Queen.” I help buyers navigate board packages, financial requirements, interviews, and building rules — which is essential when buying a co-op in Brooklyn.
Yes. As a Compass real estate agent in NYC, I have access to Compass Private Exclusives, which are off-market and pre-market listings not available on public websites. This gives buyers an advantage when searching for homes in competitive Brooklyn and Manhattan neighborhoods.
Yes. My team assists with Brooklyn apartment rentals, including residential and commercial leasing. We help landlords and tenants with pricing, marketing, showings, and lease negotiations throughout Brooklyn and NYC.
What neighborhoods do you focus on?
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Yes. I work with relocation clients moving to NYC and help them understand Brooklyn and Manhattan neighborhoods, rental requirements, co-op rules, and the overall New York City housing process.