Credentials and Qualifications…

• Graduate Real Estate Institute
• Certified International Previews Specialist
• Certified Corporate Relocation Specialist
• Member Fairfield County Multiple Listing
• Resale Price Specialist
• Superior Market Knowledge and 'On Target' Values of Homes
• Sellers Agent
• Buyers Agent

Areas of Regional Expertise…

• Stamford, North Stamford, Westover, Shippan, Newfield, Springdale, Glenbrook, Norwalk and an Extensive Personal Nationwide Network of Professional Realtors.

Specialty Markets…

• Rentals
• Condominiums
• New Homes
• Resale Homes
• Luxury Properties
• Relocation Sellers and Buyers
• Concierge Services

Awards and Recognition…

• President's International Club, Elite Circle - 10th consecutive year.
• Top Producer in Stamford Office - 7th consecutive year.
• Top Producer Listings
• Top Producer Sales
• Top Producer Total Volume
• Invited guest to Coldwell Banker's International Business Conference - 8th consecutive year.
• Ranked in upper 2% of Coldwell Banker's 90,000 plus sales associates nationally and worldwide.

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