Testimonials

Outstanding job locating an apartment for our daughter, Christine My wife and I would like to take this opportunity to express our appreciation and thank Adam Kaphan, licensed Real Estate Salesperson for Mark David, for his outstanding job locating an apartment for our daughter, Christine. Our home is in the San Francisco Bay region and Adam helped with the move for our daughter to New York. Needless to say, this move was very important for us and we had many concerns. Adam was kind, observant and aware of our needs, keeping in mind the importance of safety and cleanliness. His diligence to find the best location for her was extremely appreciated. I would sincerely and highly recommend Adam to anyone who would need his services in the New York area. He is knowledgeable, patient and extremely diligent when meeting his client’s needs. 8/31/2010

Thank you all, especially Kevin, for such a great experience. As a student and first timer in New York City, it was very nerve wracking having to begin the dreaded apartment search. Fortunately, I was able to come in contact with Kevin MacKinnon who not only responded to my inquiries hastily, but also displayed the utmost professionalism that made me feel appreciated. Kevin never let an e-mail or phone call go unnoticed and I, personally, felt that he went above and beyond what was expected of him to ensure that I found exactly what I wanted. Not only was he very genuine, but so were the other members of Mark David & Co. I was treated to a smiling greeting by the secretary upon arrival and she also remembered who I was, who I came to see and the exact reason for my visit. All in all, Kevin MacKinnon and the rest of the staff stand as a testament to any and all ideals set forth by Mark David & Company. Thank you all, especially Kevin, for such a great experience. 8/31/2010

Extremely professional and knew what it took to get the job done! Neil Jordaan was a joy to work with! He was extremely professional and knew what it took to get the job done! He understood my need for my desired location and worked tirelessly to find an apartment for me. He showed my roommate and I wonderful apartments and worked hard to stay in budget – which in this city is key!! He always kept me up to date and always called back, again hard to find in an agent. Overall, he is just great! I would recommend Neil to anyone! Thanks Neil for a great apartment hunting experience I will keep my ears open for anyone looking for an apt and be sure to recommend you! 8/30/2010

There's no doubt he will find you the right apartment. I had a very positive experience working with Neil when he helped us search for an apartment in the busiest time of year to look for one! He was very professional yet laid back and easy going but persistant and concerned with making sure he found the right apartment for us. He knew all about the rent market and showed us amazing apartments in the neighborhoods we wanted to live in that went above and beyond our expectations. Neil was easily reachable, helpful, listened to all of our needs and concerns, and wanted us to take time in making a desicion. Neil is an awesome broker to work with, there's no doubt he will find you the right apartment. I am definitely recommending friends and family to Neil when they need to find an apartment too !! :) 8/30/2010

I highly recommend him and his services Being a newbie to NYC can be intimidating, particularly if you have one weekend to find an apartment. The real estate market in NYC is its own beast. It’s complicated, shiesty and impossible to navigate solo. Having a knowledgeable and caring realtor is essential although merely impossible to find. Nick Lamagna is not only knowledgeable and up on the latest deals, but he cares and that is what truly sets him apart. Nick spent an entire day (10 hours) apartment hunting with me…in the rain…all over the city to a number of different neighborhoods. He spent his time getting to know me so he could best determine where to take me next and when I liked a place, he would show me the neighborhood a bit - the local necessities like the closest Laundromat, what gym options I have, etc. I ended up in the exact neighborhood I wanted and I couldn’t be happier. I really felt like I spent the day with a friend and after all is said and done, I consider Nick a friend. I highly recommend him and his services and will 100% reach out to him for my next city move. 8/11/2010

Jackie gets it done! Jackie gets it done! She is one of the most honest & heartfelt people we have ever met in NYC. She explains any and all questions about the application process, and worked overtime to help us stay within the budget. We look forward to recommending her to everyone we know, and when it does come to us ever buying a home, she will be the only one we come to! 8/11/2010

Found the apartment for us! We don’t know where to even start! So professional, and kind from the first phone call. He is so easy going, and knowledgeable about the renter’s market. He took the time to listen to our needs and concerns in regard to our apt. search. He quickly found many listings that matched our wants and needs. After 2 hard days of running all over Manhattan, and many follow up call, we found the apartment for us! 8/11/2010

Personable and Efficient Donna is both personable and efficient in finding an apartment. I would not hesitate to use Donna again, and most likely will in the future. 8/11/2010

Found My Dream Apartment Donna and I clicked from the very beginning. I had an instant liking and trust. She worked with my needs and ultimately found my dream apartment. 8/11/2010

Extremely responsible, reliable, and always in contact. Donna has been a very good broker for us. She has been extremely responsible, reliable, and always in contact. We were very fortunate to have her as our broker. 8/11/2010

Stephanie Miller did a fantastic job I had a wonderful experience working with Mark David. Stephanie Miller did a fantastic job at showing me apartments in areas that I wanted to live and in my price range. She was very well organized, punctual, friendly, knowledgeable and ultimately helped me get the apartment that was perfect for me. I would highly recommend Stephanie and Mark David to anyone who is looking to rent in NYC!!! 7/22/2010

A Charming House Michele was able to understand what we were searching for, a charming house. In this strange economic period, between the huge opportunities that NYC offers, it's important for a client to be guided gently to a better understanding of the real value of properties. Then in the end, the best thing that can happen is when a particular house has something special, the same house is telling you: "It's me". At that point, the offer is the final and most important act, and that is where the sharp negotiating skills and prowess of the broker comes in. We got our charming house with Michele because she did all this with us. 7/8/2010

Michele really listened to what I was looking for Michele really listened to what I was looking for and was invested in finding me a space that I loved. She was thorough and patient throughout the process and helped me navigate the market with personalized service and care. I would enthusiastically recommend Michele to anyone looking for a broker in NYC. 7/8/2010

You went out of your way to get things done. Hey Kevin, I wanted to write a quick note to thank you for all of the hard work that has been done to secure my new apartment. I am overall very satisfied with the level of service and professionalism especially during Memorial day weekend when you went out of your way to get things done. Anyway, thanks again. I understand that I am not to disrupt the neighbors, but you'll be invited to the housewarming whenever that takes place sometime in July! And of course, let's keep in touch and you'll be recommended in the future. Regards, Richie 6/4/2010

Viktoria Doma made it possible for us to find, buy, and love our new home. On a whim, I called Mark David after seeing a NY Times listing. I was serendipitously put through to Viktoria Doma. My wife, Regina, and I had just begun looking for our very first apartment, and outside of a few open houses, had no idea what we were doing. It was Viktoria that guided us through, and without any tough love, let us learn what it was we were looking for. And where. The poor, poor girl, as we dragged her North, South, East and West in search of whatever we were searching for. Viktoria sent us a steady flow of apartments that fit our needs, and never any that were out of our range. It was her ability to listen and be patient that was the main factor in our keeping the faith. Over the course of more than a year, Ms. Doma visited every open house with us. We not only got the feeling that we were being taken care of professionally, but also that we were not fighting a losing battle. At least not alone. Viktoria was very adept at educating us through the maniacal world of New York City Coops and Condos. Walk-ups and highrises, crazy seller’s agents, and just plain crazies in general. After one hundred apartments seen, we finally found our home. She expertly led us through the entire contract to closing process, and even came straight from the airport to our closing. We can say without hesitation that Viktoria Doma made it possible for us to find, buy, and love our new home. We will recommend her to anyone very highly and without reservation. I work in a business based on relationships, and I thank you, Mark David, for making her part of your team. 6/2/2010

Joy To Work With Dear Marlon and Jazmin, Thank you so much for helping us find an apartment! MarkDavid Realtors was a joy to work with, especially since we rented the very first apartment Jazmin Alford showed us! Jazmin was lovely and really listened to all the things we were looking for in an apartment. She was very enthusiastic, but not pushy on our visit to 45 Wall St. Thanks to her, we were exposed to a great building that offered all of the amenities we were hoping for! Again, thank you for your help and we will pass on MarkDavid to all of our friends! 5/8/2010

Joy to Work With Dear Marlon and Jazmin, Thank you so much for helping us find an apartment! Mark David Realtors was a joy to work with, especially since we rented the very first apartment Jazmin Alford showed us! Jazmin was lovely and really listened to all the things we were looking for in an apartment. She was very enthusiastic, but not pushy on our visit to 45 Wall St. Thanks to her, we were exposed to a great building that offered all of the amenities we were hoping for! Again, thank you for your help and we will pass on MarkDavid to all of our friends! 5/8/2010

Jacqueline and Neil’s persistence and professionalism paid off Finding an apartment in New York City is never easy, especially when you have a dog that is over 50 pounds! Despite this obstacle, Jacqueline Nassirzadeh and Neil Jordaan devoted two days to my wife and I scouring the City for an apartment that we loved and a landlord that loved large dogs. Their efforts and perseverance paid off and by the end of the two days we had to make the difficult choice between a great apartment on the Upper West Side and one on the Upper East Side. Once we made our decision, Jacqueline and Neil worked quickly to facilitate our approval with the landlord and we happily signed our lease the next day. Jacqueline and Neil’s persistence and professionalism paid off and we are happy to recommend them to anyone looking for a positive outcome to their apartment search in New York City. 4/19/2010

I will definitely contact Jenna again when I am ready to move Whereas the idea of moving into a new apartment is exciting, searching for and finding that perfect apartment can be a huge headache. That's why I consider myself very lucky to have worked with Jenna Amicucci. She made the process of finding a new apartment effortless and smooth. After providing her with some guidelines, she came back with a short list of places I would "absolutely love." To be honest, I was a bit skeptical that Jenna could find the perfect apartment so fast and at such a great price. However, within one week, and after seeing only two apartments, we had in fact found the perfect apartment. Jenna took care of everything, the paperwork was simple, and the rest is history. I will definitely contact Jenna again when I am ready to move, although, at this point I have no intention of ever leaving such a perfect apartment. Thanks Jenna! 4/19/2010

Jacqueline and Neil’s persistence and professionalism paid off Finding an apartment in New York City is never easy, especially when you have a dog that is over 50 pounds! Despite this obstacle, Jacqueline Nassirzadeh and Neil Jordaan devoted two days to my wife and I scouring the City for an apartment that we loved and a landlord that loved large dogs. Their efforts and perseverance paid off and by the end of the two days we had to make the difficult choice between a great apartment on the Upper West Side and one on the Upper East Side. Once we made our decision, Jacqueline and Neil worked quickly to facilitate our approval with the landlord and we happily signed our lease the next day. Jacqueline and Neil’s persistence and professionalism paid off and we are happy to recommend them to anyone looking for a positive outcome to their apartment search in New York City. 4/19/2010

I highly recommend him! Mike was extremely courteous and very responsive. He found me a great apartment quickly, and he was very efficient with the paperwork. I highly recommend him! 4/9/2010

You really made a difference in this process. Thank you for all your efforts in getting us the apartment. As you know I was not keen on going so much above budget and if it was not for you and your determination it would have never happened. You really made a difference in this process. You also negotiated very well with us and the owner, obtaining everything we asked for to make the deal go through. 4/7/2010

Neil is professional, enthusiastic, and a pleasure to work with. Neil is professional, enthusiastic, and a pleasure to work with. He really paid attention to our "wish list" (read: demanding), and he was patient with our pickiness. But most importantly, he found us an apartment! All tolled, we spent 4 weeks scouring CL, met with about 20 brokers, viewed about 40 apartments, and were feeling a bit discouraged. I found this site and contacted Neil, and he became our go-to guy ever since, and right up through lease signing last night! I would highly recommend this broker if you're looking for someone who really listens, won't waste your time, and won't stop searching for you until you've found the perfect place. 3/29/2010

Edward was wonderful to work with. Edward was wonderful to work with. He is diligent, dogged and honest. It was a pleasure to work with him. He made a potentially exhausting, frustrating process – renting in New York City – an easy and pleasurable experience. Thanks, Edward 3/29/2010

Thanks, Ed, and thanks Mark David! In June 2009, I got in touch with Ed based on a referral from a coworker and let him know that I would need his services starting in September. He let me know that he would be back in touch the last week of August and, sure enough, he was. From our first meeting, Ed made me feel confident that he would help secure an ideal apartment for me. Throughout the process, he asked me excellent, specific questions in order to get an idea of what my parameters are. Each apartment he showed me met (and importantly, did not overly exceed) my parameters and it was only a matter of deciding on the right one). When we found the perfect place last Saturday, Ed sprang into action and completely exceeded my expectations, literally racing to get my application to the leasing office on time before it closed. The next thing I knew, I was approved! I later learned that he had to negotiate with the management company to secure my desired rent and start date – I definitely could not have done this without him. In the past, I have worked with more than one broker at a time. But with Ed, I felt no need to do so – he was definitely looking out for me and was very responsive to all communications. I didn’t even realize that he was working with many other clients until after we closed! In a nutshell, Ed is equal parts private eye, project manager and therapist. The perfect combination for nervous apartment seekers in NYC. We set a deadline to close on my search when we started. I am happy to report that we beat this deadline by one day. From start to finish, Ed provided the ideal broker service and I will readily recommend him to anyone who is looking for an apartment in NYC. Thanks, Ed, and thanks Mark David! 3/29/2010

We will definitely recommend Mark David New York to our friends and family. We are very happy with the apartment that Neil found for us. We had just moved to New York, and we were had a tight deadline for finding a place. Neil reassured us that he would work with us until we found exactly what we were looking for, and he took the time to show us a variety of apartments (both in terms of price and location). We will definitely recommend Mark David New York to our friends and family. 3/24/2010

I couldn't be happier with my new home Stumbling across a listing from Mark David New York proved to be a blessing during my search for a new apartment. I have worked with a number of brokers over the last 5 years in NYC and can honestly say that my experience with Marlon Suarez cannot be beat. I will be the first to admit that my guidelines for the perfect space were slightly demanding, but Marlon always remained professional and utterly gracious. He paid great attention to my needs and listened to my concerns. Most importantly, I felt I could trust him to place me in good hands with a new Landlord. We visited over a dozen different spaces and I never once experienced pressure into settling. It is worth reiterating that Marlon is someone who puts the client's needs before his own. His willingness to work with my (long) list of needs while staying within my budget makes him an ace in my book! I couldn't be happier with my new home and I owe a large part of it to Marlon. Thank you. 3/24/2010

a relief to finally find a broker... Having dealt with three other brokers prior to meeting Edward, it was such a relief to finally find a broker that did not simply want us to sign on the first property we just liked halfway. Edward really listened to what our priorities were and went out of his way to locate the properties closely matching what we were looking for. Edward also managed to find available properties that none of the other brokers could apparently find or deemed worthwhile for us to see. Furthermore, coming from Europe, Edward took special care to make us understand the peculiarities of NYC real-estate and worked diligently in our best interest to secure our apartment. All in all, we can warmly recommend Edward to anyone looking to re-locate to Manhattan. Sincerely, Peter Kirk 3/24/2010

Sincerity, Kindness, and Enthusiasm Thank you for taking us around, Karen! It was so lovely to be in the company of such sincerity, kindness, and enthusiasm---all wonderful traits to find not only in a broker, but a truly beautiful person. Thank you for all your help and support. 3/19/2010

Many thanks for your diligence Many thanks for your diligence in helping us find our new place. We appreciate your all of your hard work & detailed survey of our needs. Will definitely refer friends/associates your way! 3/19/2010

Thanks a lot for your help Hi Karen! Thanks a lot for your help ~ I enjoyed working with you, & you'll definitely be my first call for myself or any of my friends in the future! 3/19/2010

Feedback on Ivy Paterni - a fantastic agent! To Whom It May Concern: I am writing regarding my recent experience with your agency and specifically about the agent who worked with me, Ivy Paterni. I found Ivy somewhat randomly, through a listing on NYTimes.com and am very fortunate that she is the one I chose to contact. I am happy to say that after several weeks of looking, Ivy found me a great apartment within my budget. The fact that I would take the time to write you speaks to how wonderful an experience working with Ivy has been. She has been friendly, professional, and responsive. She listened to my feedback on the various apartments she showed me and took that feedback into account when showing me the next round of places. It was obvious from the beginning that she was only concerned with finding me the right apartment for me. I can’t put into proper words how much more positive my experience finding a new apartment was than what I expected. Her kindness, class and integrity are a credit to your firm. 3/15/2010

Feedback on Ivy Paterni - a fantastic agent! To Whom It May Concern: I am writing regarding my recent experience with your agency and specifically about the agent who worked with me, Ivy Paterni. I found Ivy somewhat randomly, through a listing on NYTimes.com and am very fortunate that she is the one I chose to contact. I am happy to say that after several weeks of looking, Ivy found me a great apartment within my budget. The fact that I would take the time to write you speaks to how wonderful an experience working with Ivy has been. She has been friendly, professional, and responsive. She listened to my feedback on the various apartments she showed me and took that feedback into account when showing me the next round of places. It was obvious from the beginning that she was only concerned with finding me the right apartment for me. I can’t put into proper words how much more positive my experience finding a new apartment was than what I expected. Her kindness, class and integrity are a credit to your firm. 3/15/2010

Surpassed my imaginable expectations David’s methodical marketing and sales execution surpassed my imaginable expectations. His knowledge and understanding of the real estate market in harmony with his personable and professional demeanor was positively advantageous. The personalized time and attention tailored to suit my unique needs attest to David’s defiance towards the use of cookie-cutter tactics. 3/9/2010

Thank you Sofia for finding the perfect apartment for my family and me! Thank you Sofia for finding the perfect apartment for my family and me! I appreciate all your hard work and attention to our needs. Your ability to edit through the inventory of available apartments was uncanny. I have never worked with a real estate broker that listened so well, not only to the basics of what we needed, but also the vibe of what we want. I never felt any pressure or that I was getting the hard sell to take something that didn’t match our needs. I felt like you went above and beyond the call of duty. You’ve got a great sense of people and how to find them a place that truly makes them feel at home. I look forward to recommending you to all of my friends. Thank you. 3/5/2010

We are thrilled with the new house Hi David, On behalf of Derek and myself, thank you much for your assistance facilitating our closing on 311 Adelphi. We are thrilled with the new house, and really appreciated you guiding us through our first real estate purchase. We definitely enjoyed the champagne on Friday - thank you so much! Warm wishes for the holiday season. 3/1/2010

I did not feel pressured to pick something right away. "Mike was very responsive and answered all my questions in a timely manner, either through email or phone calls. He showed me apartments in the area I was most interested in that were in my price range. I did not feel pressured to pick something right away and in the end he got me the apartment I wanted. I would work with him, and the company he works for, Mark David Realty, again in the future." 2/19/2010

He could relate to what I was looking for "Mike was very helpful throughout the process, patiently showing me a wide range of choices without pushing me to close a deal. It seemed as if he could relate to what I was looking for and that helped a great deal" 2/19/2010

Cara Rosenbloom did a phenomenal job Cara Rosenbloom did a phenomenal job of assisting me with my NYC apartment search. When I returned from London (training for a new Wall Street job), I was bracing myself for a lengthy and frustrating apartment hunt but I was pleasantly surprised. Cara only showed me apartments that were consistent with my criteria and within my budget. I never felt pressured and she offered her honest opinion when I asked. Within a very short time, I found the perfect apartment. I would definitely recommend Cara to anyone searching for an apartment. 2/16/2010

He's the best! We are so thrilled with our new apartment! We first met Ryan after responding to a Craigslist ad for a 2 bedroom apartment in the Upper West Side. Though that first apartment was too small for us, Ryan took us to see two additional places that very evening. And we absolutely fell in love. Other brokers told us we couldn't get a true two bedroom on our budget, but Ryan found us everything we wanted and even helped us to negotiate down the price. He's the best! And just a really lovely guy! 2/9/2010

Move from San Francisco, CA to Manhattan When we were first moved into the Manhattan from California we were staying in temporary housing provided by my company, and had limited time to find a more permanent residence. I focused my search mainly in the West Village, Soho, Chelsea, and Gramercy Park. I initially used many (random) brokers, and saw a lot of options, many were overpriced, too small, too many floors to walk up, etc. Simply put just that weren’t right for us. The process became a time consuming, energy wasting headache, until we finally got in touch with Ryan. The first thing you’ll notice and appreciate about Ryan is his friendly positive energy and attitude; he makes you feel like you’re the only client he’s helping. He introduced us to the Upper West Side, with apartments (brownstones) near Central Park, in actual neighborhoods, walking distance to grocery stores and close to the subway. It opened our eyes, and his access and knowledge of the area was second to none. We told him specifically what we were looking for and he found us apartments that were exactly what we wanted. We live in one of those apartments now, and we’re very happy with our choice, honestly, thanks to Ryan. 2/1/2010

I want a Studio by Central Park! Ryan came recommended to me from a friend of mine while I was well into my month’s long search for an apartment in Manhattan. I came to him at the end of my rope, with a very small budget, a specific location in mind, and lots of amenities that I desired. Other brokers would have told me all the reasons why I couldn't have what I wanted in my perfect home, but Ryan just smiled, started researching and ta-dah, the very first apartment I saw with him that day was the one I chose! When it comes time to buy an apartment I would definitely work with Ryan. He is efficient, organized, courteous, knowledgeable of the city and the market and easy to work with. I would recommend him to anyone looking for their own little place to call home, on any budget, and at any point in their life. 2/1/2010

He’s a GEM! My husband and I were relocating from San Francisco to New York City. Ryan, a brilliant relocation specialist held our hand every step of the way in our apartment search. He understood what our requirements, including costing, and showed us several apartment units in variety of neighborhood in Manhattan until we found not only a lovely apartment we liked but also met all our requirements and MORE. Ryan assisted us in the application process, took photos of the unit and worked with the management company with nits on the lease documents as well as the apartment unit. He’s always on top of things and always available when we call, a challenging task given the time difference from East to West. Ryan is fun, accessible, down to earth and reliable. I could not have asked or trusted anyone to help us in our relocation process. He’s a gem! 2/1/2010

I couldn't have done it without him My boyfriend and I just moved here from Boston and it was my job to find us an apartment. I didn't know where to start but called an ad that I thought looked interesting and luckily enough, I connected with Ryan. I was nervous about using a broker because you hear so many horror stories but Ryan was the complete and I couldn't have done it without him. He met me the next day and we were off and running in 90 degree heat! I worked with a few brokers and none of them or their properties compared to Ryan. I looked at over 30 apartments and our top three were all Ryan's properties. He got us into an amazing building and the process was simple because Ryan had such a great relationship with the property management company. We moved in and instantly extended our lease another year because the location and building were so great. Moving from Boston and not knowing much about NYC, I was worried that looking for an apartment was going to be overwhelming but with Ryan's guidance, knowledge of the city and excellent advice we are in a fantastic apartment and loving city life!! 1/28/2010

Moved to New York City from Europe “We had just moved to New York City from Europe and knew nothing about apartment rentals in Manhattan. We thought we could trust any broker, but as soon as we met Marlon we realized the other brokers we had met were not necessarily the best thing for us. Marlon took the time to listen to what we were looking for, get a feel for our taste and was always available for us. We had to find a place in a very short time frame and he was proactive in his research and fast in coming up with solutions and new ideas, until we found the perfect place. He was also full of advice and tips about living in the city, how to deal with the paper work and always answered emails and questions on short notice to point us in the right direction. Thanks again Marlon!” 1/14/2010

Jenna is phenomenal Jenna is an incredible real estate expert who is efficient, reliable, and trustworthy; she is the exact type of person I want to have on my side in a transaction. I spent two weeks meeting other brokers to to find a West Village apartment, most of whom would show me apartments that were nothing like what I needed. On my first day working with Jenna, she took me to 3 apartments I would have been very happy with. Within 24 hours, Jenna helped me secure an amazing apartment that hit the market only hours before, and at a 10% discount (even with multiple other bidders). I have already recommended Jenna to a few of my friends: her in depth market knowledge gives her access to these once-in-a-season deals that arise, and her ambition drives her to successfully close on them. Jenna is phenomenal 11/17/2009

Viktoria was a consummate professional Viktoria was a consummate professional as she assisted us in our house hunting for our daughter. Our needs were very specific and we felt that she really listened to us and looked for properties that would fit what we were looking for. We never felt that our time was being wasted. The properties she showed us fit the bill for what we were looking for and we just had to rank and decide based on what we found most desireable. Since we live in California, we thought she did a good job educating us on the different neighborhoods in Manhattan which streamlined the search process. I highly recommend her services. In addition to her knowledge of the Manhattan real estate market, I found her to be a warm, easy-going person who is easy to relate to. 11/12/2009

We’d recommend her to anyone looking to buy. We had such a positive experience working with Viktoria. From our first meeting, she was determined to find us a place that we loved in our preferred neighborhood. Viktoria was flexible with her schedule and extremely responsive, not to mention patient. We always felt confident that she had our best interests in mind and cared more about finding us the right home than in making a sale. We had an issue at our closing where the seller had left a fully furnished apartment. When the attorneys and other parties involved were ready to push back the closing, Viktoria was immediately on the phone making calls. She found a solution to our problem within minutes and saved us the headache and costs of closing at a later date. We’re so happy that we could count on Viktoria during the stressful process of buying a home in Manhattan. It was truly a pleasure working with her and we’d recommend her to anyone looking to buy. 11/12/2009

No haggling. No upselling. Jenna Amicucci is a God send. I needed an apartment immediately, and was set search alone. Yet when I met Jenna, I knew she was as serious as I was about finding me a beautiful space in a beautiful neighborhood and within my price range. We spoke briefly by phone at 8AM. By 9:15, she had found ten great listings that were appropriate to my search. By 3:30, I had found my new home. Done. Jenna was warm and courteous, yet direct and straightforward. No haggling. No upselling. Jenna was a phenomenal partner in my search - I hope you are lucky enough to have her as a partner in yours! 10/19/2009

Cara was dedicated to finding us the ‘right’ fit. My wife and I were on a very tight timeline and did not have much time to find a place to live. While driving to New York from Georgia, my wife began calling numerous listings and brokers within the New York City area. The majority of calls were met with half hearted and feigned interest in wanting to help my wife and I find a place to live. However, when she got off the phone with Cara from Mark David, things seemed drastically different. Cara agreed to meet with us the very next day (a turn around time of less than 12 hours). From the initial phone conversation to closing on our lease, Cara was dedicated to finding us the ‘right’ fit. Cara tirelessly worked to find my wife and I the right apartment, in the right location, for the right price; no small feat for the NYC area, especially when we initially had no idea what to look for. We are both extremely pleased with the professionalism, courtesy, and dedication shown to us by Cara. We would recommend her to any friends moving into the metro area. 9/25/2009

Give Jenna a call and I promise you won't be disappointed. After working with a few brokers I realized how difficult and stressful this process can be but then I me Jenna. We were looking for a four bedroom so it was hard to coordinate with everyone but she made it easy by making herself available anytime during the week and weekend to help us get what we wanted. Jenna found us a top notch apartment for a great price in no time and if I never met her I am pretty sure I would still be looking for an apartment right now. If you want things done efficiently but also correctly give Jenna a call and I promise you won't be disappointed. Thanks again Jenna! 9/22/2009

Thanks Jenna! Working with Jenna was a pleasure. She was diligent and resourceful while showing us a number of different places and ultimately finding us our new apartment. No matter how picky and specific we were on what we wanted she always had new things to show us and until the bitter end she negotiated and fought for terms we wanted making my new apartment that much sweeter. Thanks Jenna! 9/22/2009

I will definitely refer our friends to use your company’s services. I am writing you to express our deep appreciation to your employee, Bryan Ortiz. During my son’s , Zhibo Wang, apartment searching, Mr. Ortiz not only helped us to go through the options for Zhibo to find the apartment he wants with reasonable rent costs, he also provided so much inside view to help Zhibo making his decisions. In addition, he always kept me, a worried and helpless mother in Buffalo, informed. He even brought small things up to help us to save some unnecessary costs, such as to get deadbolt lock and install for the apartment by ourselves to avoid the high cost of hiring locksmith. I feel he really cares his customers and is always trying his best to help us. He is so great and is the best. I will definitely refer our friends to use your company’s services. 9/21/2009

What set him apart was his focus on the needs of the client. "Among the different brokers I have worked with in finding in an apartment in Manhattan, Bryan Ortiz was by far the most helpful. What set him apart was his focus on the needs of the client rather than on simply closing the deal. There was no pressure from Bryan throughout the entire process. Bryan was also quick to point out things about the apartments that I did not notice myself, both positive and negative, so that I could make an informed decision." 9/16/2009

You really went above and beyond I want to thank you so much for recommending Rafael. He was absolutely fantastic!! He did such a great job of everything we asked, he was very reasonable, and he was just the nicest person. I don't know what we would have done without him!! Courtney is all settled and just loves her new place. The new kitchen turned out great--you'll have to go by and see it. Thank you for all your help in finding us the right apartment. You really went above and beyond--and both Courtney and I appreciated it so much. 9/9/2009

The apartment turned out to be everything promised and more. Searching for an apartment from beyond 6000 miles away was quite difficult. Numerous calls too many a broker went unreturned once hearing that I was not in the immediate vicinity. I finally got in touch with Cara Rosenbloom which was a success from the start. Cara, not only agreed to show my friend apartments on my behalf (in the rain nonetheless), but did not back away after learning that I would sign the lease without ever seeing the apartment. The entire process was rapid yet maintained the utmost professionalism. The apartment turned out to be everything promised and more. The building is exceptional and has an outstanding managerial staff. I found my experience with Mark David and specifically with Cara to be outstanding. Cara’s personal attention has already led to my referral of friends and I would without hesitation call upon Cara and Mark David for my next move. 9/9/2009

She showed us places we knew we could call home. In a chaotic sea of sometimes unsavory real estate agents, Cara is honest and committed. Each time we went out looking with her, she showed us places we knew we could call home. Cara was totally in tune with our preferences and her selections were spot-on. Add to these important traits an amiable, upbeat personality and the impressive ability to spend three hours traversing walk-up apartments in wedge heels! Our hunt for the perfect place was a windy one. We lost two apartments to competition – a frustrating setback - but still Cara persevered for us and on our third try we landed our favorite place of them all. Thanks Cara! 9/9/2009

Very knowledgeable and helpful. Barry was very knowledgeable and helpful about the renter’s market. He was up-front and honest whenever we had questions concerning ‘no fee vs. fee’ apartments. He was friendly, enthusiastic and seemed at ease with the buildings that he showed us. I would highly recommend Barry to anyone who is looking for an apartment. 9/9/2009

We were able to make an informed decision and find a great apartment. Barry was a sincere pleasure to work with from the moment we began our search, to the lease signing. After discussing the options available to us in our price range, he diligently worked to show us unique spaces that offered the amenities we requested. Barry thoroughly answered our questions and helped us to understand the intricacies of the New York rental market so that we were able to make an informed decision and find a great apartment. 9/9/2009

Very Attentive to Our Concerns Alex’s prompt response to email inquiries was initially what drew us to Mark David and Company during our apartment search. During face-to-face meetings and apartment previews, he was very attentive to our concerns and interests and was very personable to work with. The apartments arranged for us to look at matched our requirements and requests very well. All of our questions were answered and for those questions that he did not have an answer to, Alex found answers for us promptly. Overall, this was a very positive experience. 9/3/2009

Up-Front and Honest Barry was very knowledgeable and helpful about the renter's market. He was up-front and honest whenever we had questions concerning 'no fee vs. fee' apartments. He was friendly, enthusiastic and seemed at ease with the buildings that he showed us. I would highly recommend Barry to anyone who is looking for an apartment. 9/1/2009

Above and beyond the job You listened to what we wanted and made us feel comfortable telling you what we didn't like about the places we saw. Above and beyond the job, you were easy to talk to and very personable, which would get you far in any job, but I would imagine most definitely in this type of work. So overall, we had a great experience! We'll keep you in mind for the next time we move (although I hope that's not anytime soon!). And if I know of anyone looking for apartments, I will send them your way! Thanks again, Jane 8/31/2009

Scott Rubin "I contacted Scott Rubin and from the moment we began corresponding, I felt that I had found the right agent. From his ad to his e-mail his communication style was welcoming and very professional. When we met at the office Friday, I immediately felt confident that he would be able to fulfill my request for a nice yet affordable apartment. He is a very attentive listener and was great at honing in on what I was seeking. He showed me real possibilities and I never felt he was wasting my time. There's no comparison. I went through two agencies and in both cases their lack of organization and professionalism drove me away. I had to repeatedly provide my requirements in one case, because they seemed to not understand the value of using computer technology to record a client's information. Who has time for that when looking for an apartment? Yes, I would feel very comfortable recommending Mark David to my friends, family and colleagues. Scott is awesome!" 8/31/2009

Success story!...... In our search for an apartment in the upper east side we found ourselves searching the web for resources. By good fortune we started working with Mark David & Company and agent Sahnye Waldrum. I can only say that from our first visit I knew we had made the right choice. Being from Massachusetts and working on a time restraint we were only able to make a few visits to the city in which to find an apartment. Sahnye went over and beyond her call of duty to help us out, her positive energy, drive and determination, gave us such reassurance that we "would" find that perfect apartment. She knew exactly what we were looking for, understood our situation, informed us about the complete process, was professional and made us feel very comfortable. She helped us to understand the city better, guided us through the subway, we walked a many streets and she was very attentive to see that we were okay, if we needed a break, or just a cold drink. Our questions and concerns were answered, our phone calls and e-mails pomptly returned and the overall line of communication was never at loss. Our venture started on August 1st and ended on August 13th, at which time we got word we were accepted for one of the best apartments that we had seen. I am very gratful and appreciative for the hard work and determination Sahnye put into our mission and can honestly say that my daughter and I have a new friend from New York. I would, one hundred percent, recommend Sahnye Waldrum from Mark David & Company to anyone!!! She was an absolute pleasure to work with........ With sincere appreciation Lynne Carlson 8/31/2009

Sahnye Waldrum - A Very Energetic Agent Sahnye Waldrum and Mark David Co., No one in my family has ever needed to get an apartment before, never mind an apartment in New York City. So when we began our quest to find a 2 Bedroom, under $2,000, no fee, Upper East Side abode, my mother and I were needless to say, very overwhelmed. Through countless emails to various real estate companies trying to get some help, we eventually found our way to Mark David Co. and a very energetic agent, Sahnye Waldrum, waiting to help us. Sahnye was the only agent who was upfront with us, and made it very clear what we needed to prepare and have ready; which is exactly what we were looking for. Not only that, but she actually went and looked at all the places she was going to show us, before we even arrived. Being from Massachusetts, we can't get to the city often, so it was tremendously helpful and time saving. Even though every possible problem arose in the apartment applying process, Sahnye was still as energetic and excited as the first day we went out searching. Now, writing this letter, I am in the most perfect Upper East Side apartment, four blocks from my school and a lot of window light! We couldn't have been more fortunate to find Sahnye as our agent; an absolute pleasure to work with and an excellent person to have fighting for your team. I undoubtedly recommend Sahnye as well as Mark David to anyone looking for a place in the City! 8/31/2009

I don't know how you got me such a deal. Hi Jacki, Now that I've set up internet, bought furniture, found a gym, and settled into the area I think it's about time I dropped you a note of thanks! You know how desperate I was getting (even after just 2 days, but please, you know the type of apartments I had to climb up to and crawl through) and neither I nor my friends can believe that I scored this apartment! Of course I couldn't have done it without you and I don't know how you got me such a deal. I love the apartment, I love the area, I can't wait to start becoming a New Yorker. Good luck with everything and be sure to call me if you ever need someone to get a margarita with! Thanks again, Sacha Burn 8/25/2009

I will absolutely refer other people to you. You did a great job. As I mentioned when we met, the other brokers I work with were at best dishonest, at worst just bad people. Your approach to helping people find an apartment is exactly how it should be done. You meet them, get an understanding of what they are looking for then go out and see places and see how they fit. I don’t know why every other broker doesn’t do the same thing. I am excited about the new place and I thank you for helping me find it. I will absolutely refer other people to you. Best, Colin 8/20/2009

J.R. Lance Anderson Recently I had the pleasure of working with J.R. Anderson to find my new apt. I was extremely pleased with the level of expertise and knowledge as well as the extensive number of listings he had access to. Together, we mapped out what my needs were in terms of location, neighborhood, apartment amenities, size, as well as general aesthetics. He effectly kept these factors in mind and showed me only places that would fit my needs, saving us time and energy. The application and approval process was also very smooth, quick, and easy. He found me my perfect apartment in Soho, and I could not be happier! Not only did I find the perfect apartment, I also think I found a new friend! 6/15/2009

JR Lance Anderson What made my experience such a success with JR was his ability to understand what I was looking for. Not only finding a place to live but what situation and surroundings that would help fulfill a direction of living I desire. I believe his understanding comes about with his attention to listen and be present with the client. I was able to have an amount of trust with JR because I could tell he understood my needs. When you are spending as much as you do on living, feeling confident makes a big difference. Most important I felt there was a questionable circumstance with the lease or space or finance, JR would have fortitude to tell me that "circumstance" is not in my favor and find a solution. A great experience and I will recommend his service in the future. Complements. 6/15/2009

Claudia Saez-Fromm Thanks Claudia! You don't know--I wake up every morning SO THANKFUL for being a part of such an amazing company (people, resources, training) and in an industry that is undergoing a tidal wave of change. Mark & you are creating a niche that is sorely lacking from the old real estate business model -- not only will we thrive in this Summer market but I feel that MDNY will stand out to become a "best of breed" company in the NYC market. 6/11/2009

Claudia Saez Fromm Claudia Saez-Fromm brings finesse and panache to everything she lays her hands on. Driven to perfection, Claudia comes equipped with a passion and keen eye, that are just the tip of the multitude in her skill set which separate her from the rest. Her hard working, no-nonsense veneer deliver the results you want in time honored fashioned, and her willingness to assist or lend advice are a testimony to Claudia's commitment to your growth and the quality of professionalism you exude . If you are in need of a "Top Notch" Real Estate Professional or Mentor, Claudia Saez Fromm should be at the top of your list! 6/10/2009

Claudia Saez-Fromm Claudia brings a tremendous amount of enthusiasm and professionalism to the management of the sales force at Mark David & Company. She is constantly there to lead the education and development of the agents and to have them set, seek, attain and surpass their goals. She leads by example and is always ready to provide guidance and answer questions. Her exuberance makes it gratifying to be part of the successful Mark David team. 6/9/2009

Claudia Saez-Fromm Claudia is a driving force behind a very successful NYC real estate firm. Her management skills help focus the firms direction. She is very encouraging to agents learning the trade and steers seasoned agents to be lift their game. I would never hesitate to ask for assistance and Claudia's input. She is sincerely interested and invested in all of the agent's successes. 6/9/2009

Jordan March I wanted to thank you for all of your time and effort in finding me the exact apartment that I was hoping to obtain. I am particularly grateful for your willingness to accommodate my work schedule by showing me apartments on weeknights and weekends. I am thrilled with the apartment that you found for me and I would not hesitate to work with you again. 6/8/2009

Edward Fabila My name is Raquel and my roommate, Collisha, and I just recently found an amazing apartment thanks to the tireless efforts of Edward Fabila. I have had a few bad broker experiences in the past and was very wary of dealing with any others. However, Edward changed that for me forever! He listened to what we wanted and adapted to our needs as we tried to figure out what would suit us. When we thought we had hit a wall, Edward came through and sat us down with his trusty laptop and went through any and all listings he could find that might interest us. He was organized, conscientious and diligent. He followed up on everything, explained all paperwork and any details that came up, and made sure he was available to answer all our questions. He never gave up on us and our apt search, Edward is a credit to Mark David and Co! 6/8/2009

Mark David & Company Mark David & Company, wow there is so much to say I can't begin to express myself. I am truly thankful to be a part of the Mark David family. Since my first day I was welcomed and supported which in Real Estate is A Lot! I have gained so much knowledge throughout the past couple of years and am still continuing to learn new aspects everyday. One of the qualities that I like so much about Mark David is the fact that they are so organized and have a structure in place which enables you to reach all your goals. I have so much respect for the managerial team and for the owners Mark and Claudia they really supported me through thick and thin and that's why I am still here and thriving! 6/8/2009

Mark David & Company Mark David & Company, wow there is so much to say I cant begin to express myself. I am truly thankful to be a part of the Mark David family. Since my first day I was welcomed and supported which in Real Estate is A Lot! I have gained so much knowledge throughout the past couple of years and am still continuing to learn new aspects everyday. One of the qualities that I like so much about Mark David is the fact that they are so organized and have a structure in place which enables you to reach al your goals. I have so much respect for the managerial team and for the owners Mark and Claudia they really supported me through thick and thin and that's why I am still here and thriving! 6/8/2009

David Vandenberg Thank you for making my apartment search as painless as can be! 6/8/2009

Scott Rubin No process exists in the universe that is more nerve-wrecking and uncomfortable than finding a place to live in Manhattan. Usually it takes a lot of help, and usually good help is almost impossible to find. Scott Rubin makes possibilities. Working with him took nearly all of the struggle out of re-locating as he not only found me a place to live, but also went a step beyond that to actually help me handle my moving arrangements with the management company. (And on 4th of July Weekend no less) I would definitely recommend working with Scott to absolutely anyone I know. 6/8/2009

Scott Rubin I had already dedicated a substantial amount of hours to my apartment search when I first met with Scott. I came to him having worked with several real estate agents who had shown me sub-par apartments, been dishonest with me, and provided me with a less than optimal apartment search experience. Scott could not have been more different than these previous agents. He never once showed me something sub-par. He always gave me all information upfront with no ulterior motives or pushy attitude. I felt that I was in extremely knowledgeable, honest, and good hands when I was working with Scott. I found an apartment within a very short time with him and the application process was smooth and stress-free. I have already recommended Scott to my family and friends. In a city where the real estate market can be a very stressful, scary, crazy place, Scott is the perfect navigator. 6/8/2009

Scott Rubin Scott was courteous, honest and fast in responding to my questions and requirements. I moved to NY from Canada, so getting an apartment is less than straightforward in an already difficult market, and I'd had problems with this before meeting Scott. He only showed me apartments he knew wouldn't give me a problem. The first one he showed me is the one I'm in now and it's fantastic. He's a pleasure to deal with and a genuinely nice person. 6/8/2009

Sofia Pechlivanidou ”Let me start by stipulating that as a former investment banker and now a hedge fund investment manager, I tend to be rather impatient and hard to please. Or so I’ve heard…. Sofia, in contrast, I found that as a real estate agent, you are a resourceful, inquisitive and thoughtful professional; you saved me lots of valuable time in narrowing our search to the perfect loft, given my specific needs, budget parameters and aesthetic desires. You are courteous, professional and prompt in following up with respect to all details, which in my case included many last minute demands on your time (e.g., a pest inspection, successfully arranged and completed on the day of closing!). Dealing with you made the process very simple from my perspective, and I always felt that I was in good hands and that you were very focused on my needs. I would add that you possess an intangible quality as well – that you are very trustworthy and forthright. In an industry where those qualities are not always evident in your competitors, you shine through as a caring and genuine person that I can, and did, trust, with great results. Good luck and thank you 6/8/2009

John P. James I especially have appreciated John's loyalty, perseverance and patience as a broker. These qualities helped insure i got the perfect apartment for me. Thank you! 6/8/2009

David Vandenberg Thanks so much for all of your help with the apartment. Lauren and I are both very happy and comfortable there, and you made the process extremely simple, and dare I say it, enjoyable. 6/8/2009

David Vandenberg Thank you so much for all of your help! You have made this an easy and enjoyable process :) 6/8/2009

Mark David Fromm Dear Mark David & Company Agents, I wanted to take the time to personally thank you for your generosity to the students at our school. The Writer's Workshop Workstation materials will give the students the tools to practice what is modeled in the classroom in fun and exciting ways. When the students enjoy what they are doing the learning in so much more rewarding. Writing goes hand in hand with Reading so the more time students spend practicing skills not only do they become better writers, they become better readers. Research has shown us that the more students "do" the more they will be able to retain and apply to other areas. These materials will be used in multiple classes giving many students the opportunity to benefit from your generosity. Do to our struggling economy our school district, and therefore our school is facing severe budget cuts. Your support will give students the resources they need to become more successful. Without your help children would go without. 6/5/2009

Claudia Saez-Fromm Dear Mark David & Company Agents, I wanted to take the time to personally thank you for your generosity to the students at our school. The Writer's Workshop Workstation materials will give the students the tools to practice what is modeled in the classroom in fun and exciting ways. When the students enjoy what they are doing the learning in so much more rewarding. Writing goes hand in hand with Reading so the more time students spend practicing skills not only do they become better writers, they become better readers. Research has shown us that the more students "do" the more they will be able to retain and apply to other areas. These materials will be used in multiple classes giving many students the opportunity to benefit from your generosity. Do to our struggling economy our school district, and therefore our school is facing severe budget cuts. Your support will give students the resources they need to become more successful. Without your help children would go without. 6/5/2009

Caitlin Mulhern Caitlin’s enthusiasm and understanding of my needs was instrumental in finding an apartment for me to rent. Coming from overseas, I needed to rely on Caitlin’s experience, especially her understanding of the Manhattan rental market and I was not disappointed. She was very patient as we switched locations and only showed me properties that would suit me. Being time poor this was extremely important. I would have not hesitation in recommending Caitlin as a broker. 6/2/2009

Team Davis Drennan Stephanie and Matthew, Team Davis Drennan, were pleasures to work with. They were professional and friendly, loyal to my cause, and always accommodated my schedule. They took the time to answer my questions and quickly responded to all my e-mails. As a resident from another state, I was new to the NYC housing market. They presented market information in an easy, comprehensive manner and thoroughly explained all the details of my options. They reviewed the financial implications, tax incentives and legal responsibilities of the different forms of home ownership. They simplified the entire process by walking me through each step, and gave great recommendations for all my professional needs. They were with me throughout the entire process, and even provided support during acquisition. When I first spoke with Stephanie, I told her I was looking for a pre-war apartment with character and charm on the Upper East Side of Manhattan. She selected 8 apartments for me to see and took me on a tour of the area. After the first couple apartments, I realized my initial ideals were far from reality. Without wasting another minute of our day, Stephanie was able to improvise and showed me some new, modern condos. By the second condo, I found my dream home. Thanks to Stephanie's knowledge of the city and her market expertise, I now happily own an amazing condo in the UES! Furthermore, The Mark David website is very visual and easy to use. Support data is accurate and well-presented. Being New Yorkers themselves, Team Davis Drennan has great knowledge of the city and the NYC housing market. I couldn’t have asked for better service, and without them I wouldn’t have my dream apartment on the Upper East Side! 6/2/2009

Deborah Moghaddam I really want to thank Deborah for all the amazing and hard work. First she showed us many different apartments and put up with all the different things me and my roommate wanted. Then she found the perfect place and showed even more patience while we read the entire lease word by word and solved all our questions. Afterwards, she followed up with emails to make sure everything was perfectly finalized. It was a total pleasure working with her all the time. 6/2/2009

Edward Fabila My name is Ryan McCaffrey and I am a real estate lawyer an owner of my own real estate brokerage house in CT. I wanted to write you and tell you how impressed I am with Edward. I have very high expectations for professionalism and competency in the agents I work with and employ in my business. Not only am I going to recommend Edward to anyone who so much as mentions they are thinking about moving, but I would hire him on the spot if he ever thought about moving to CT! He is well prepared, professional, knowledgeable, and his dedication to client service is very rare in the world of NYC real estate. If he is an accurate reflection of the type of individuals you employ, then I compliment you and think your company will be exceedingly successful even in this down market. He is someone with a very bright future in real estate and you are lucky to have him! Please feel free to use me as a reference in the future. Thanks again for helping me find the right apartment! 6/2/2009

Simon Goldthorpe I hate paying broker's fees. I just don't understand why I have to pay someone else 15% of my annual rent to show me a bunch of crappy apartments when I could easily drag my own ass around town to see the same crappy apartments. But, you know, I'm mildly okay with paying a broker's fee to the folks at Mark David. Mostly because the brokers we worked with (and signed a lease with), Simon and Whitney, were super nice, showed us apartments within our budget and didn't harass us at all. The guys from the other agencies just kept calling and demanding my first-born child. I made the second part up, but they did call. A lot. And when I told them I'd already signed a lease, they demanded to know who I signed with, what building I was living in, and what I was wearing. Okay, I made that last part up again, but they were really pesky. That part's true. Unlike a lot of the other real estate companies we visited, all of which resembled dingy basements, the Mark David office was well-maintained with tall ceilings, colorful furniture and lots of happy employees walking around enjoying their tall ceilings and colorful furniture. In the end, Simon was able to negotiate the fee for us on our apartment, so we ended up paying only about 12% for the fee, which was awfully nice. Considering. Although, I'm not happy about paying the $100 each (in cash, only) just for the credit check. That seemed a little excessive. How hard is it, really, to run some credit? Not $100 hard, I can tell you that much 6/2/2009

Deborah Moghaddam Many thanks for meeting with our daughter Lola Hoye, as well as with my wife Silvana and myself this past weekend at your offices. The time you took to assist us and Deborah was very much appreciated. Speaking of Deborah……..... I would just like to say that not only is she a joy and a pleasure to work with, she is THE REASON why Lola chose your firm to assist her in obtaining a rental on such short notice. Her manners and consideration are worthy of praise and she made Lola feel both confident and at ease – which is not an easy task when changing jobs and moving to NYC, all in less than two weeks time. Nevertheless, Deborah was wonderful. 6/2/2009

Cheriece White Thanks for your work on this and we are already scheming about ways to get Google to hire you. We have had a far more professional experience with Mark David than with the other brokerage firms in the city and I feel like we’ve talked with 35 brokers in the past 6 weeks. When we get settled in we’d like you to come visit and see Scott’s art which is incredible (and I’m being modest). For a glimpse go here http://www.moma.org/exhibitions/2008/elasticmind/#/67/, but it doesn’t do it justice. 6/2/2009

Matthew Drennan Please accept my thanks for the follow up today. You both stand aside from those in the industry who have tarnished the brokerage world and it is such a relief to hear there are great people like you who are actually willing to perform and follow through on their word. I am in real estate private equity now, and myself find that there are many places that a customer can find alone, so bringing something to the table such as you have today, will only bear fruit for you (and certainly in this case offer you many referrals), if fulfilled. Again, I do appreciate the effort. See you at 2pm tomorrow. 6/2/2009

Fred Danso and Robert Feld This email is far overdue, but we wanted to express to you how thrilled we were with our experience with agents Fred Danso and Robert Feld, with whom we found our wonderful Alphabet City 1 BD. We moved in on December 15th. By the time we walked into the Mark David office in SoHo, we had devoted several weeks to our apartment search and were thoroughly exhausted. We’d worked with brokers all over town, had looked at too many apartments that met none of our criteria. We’d had our budget scoffed at, had been stood up by agents too many times to count, and were honestly not feeling good about real estate as a business. We came to the Mark David office ready to bolt at the first sign of trouble. Enter Fred and Robert: they listened carefully to our needs and showed us 7 or 8 apartments that fir all our needs that same evening. We were beyond thrilled. Both Fred and Robert both have that je nais sais quois of truly great salespeople. Professional yet approachable, highly competent and available without applying pressure, friendly and pleasant to spend time with—which is important when you’re walking through the city together in the dead of winter. You actually WANT them to get that commission, because they do so much to earn it – they really listened to our needs (and a lot of gripes), and made sure we were well taken care of every step along the way. We literally walked away from our first meeting talking about how classy these two agents are. We know times are tough in real estate right now, so we feel the need to express what an asset your company has in these two gentlemen. I have already recommended them to five friends who have mentioned that they’re on the market for a new apartment, and we will definitely seek them out when the time comes for us to find another home in the city. Thanks for reading (and for our fabulous apartment!). 6/2/2009

Mark David Fromm I am inspired. I am here to give you my reasons why Mark David is THE best real estate firm to work for. But I want to give you a little background on me (if you don’t know already). I have worked for big firms with big reputations, and I have worked for the smallest of firms with a “non-existent” reputation in my 8 year career here in Manhattan. Mark David is none of these because it doesn’t define itself in those tired, old real estate terms like, biggest, best, largest number of agents, largest number of listings. Because frankly, that doesn’t matter to a client. Mark David’s mission (in my words): The Mark David believes in doing things differently in the New York City real estate market. We are a successful, nimble boutique firm where a bunch of suits (who have not done a deal in 20 years) do not call the shots. Our approach to our clients are unique. We do not focus on feature and benefits (i.e. the biggest, the best, etc.). We focus on the needs of our clients first which in return fulfills our needs. It if authentic customer service at its best. We solve problems for a profit. In this market, innovation/creativity, skill sets and good ole heart are the top 3 components you must have. And all three are inherent in Mark David. Because there is no “red tape” of bureaucracy, you, as an agent, have the ability to ingenuity – which is key in a volatile market. Being on the forefront of technology is always on the Mark David mind. Create your own website, or a stealth website, SEO yourself on Google, put press about your own listings on your MD website, do a seminar for your Alumni or do it here at the Soho office, create a blog that connects to your Mark David page, create a website for your exclusive that connects back to your Mark David homepage—I KNOW you don’t have this kind of room to be creative at Healstead, Corcoran, Elliman, Bon, Anchor, Weichert, or whomever else you can think of. Shall I quote the famous, possibly infamous, Barbara Corcoran: “I think the future belongs to small broker, and I’m one of the [few] people to say that,” Corcoran said. “The big guy clearly has the corner on the money, and that’s the downside to being little. But the little guy has the corner on creativity.” The Real Deal. Now to component two. No other company in my career, have I ever encountered a company with the type of training that Mark David offers on a consistent, methodical basis. I can tell you from the moment that I started here as a manager in February 2007, I have exponentially grown my skill set and real estate knowledge through Sandler, Tom Ferry, Tony Robinson, Weekly/Daily morning trainings, Role-playing, Open Dialogue w/ peers and bosses, and much more! Heart. Many of our industry professionals forget this third, key component. If you don’t have heart, drive and determination, you are dead in the real estate water. You will flop around and be out of the business in 6 months. And I have seen it over and over again. Check yourself. Do you love what you do? Does real estate turn you on? Do you have a vision? Do you love to be of service? Do you know the difference between work hard vs. work smart? You have the ability to gross a minimum (yes, I said, minimum) of $500,000 at Mark David. You can do rentals, you can do sales, you can do both! That is the genius of this company, be creative, make it work for you! It is a buyer’s market it is a renter’s market; it is a seller’s market it is the landlord’s market – it is whatever you put your mind to. Don’t listen to the negative static out there clouding your vision. And I say bring it on 2009! I am in it to win it; who else is with me? 6/2/2009

Stephanie Tiboris At the beginning of my apartment search, I was 100% anti-broker. I didn’t want to pay the fee and I was worried I’d be pushed into an apartment that I couldn’t afford or wouldn’t like. After a brief search on my own…I realized I was going to have to suck it up. Well I’m really glad I did it! Stephanie Tiboris was exactly what I needed. She was professional, very knowledgeable about the Upper East Side (especially because she chooses to live there) and I could tell that she would fight to get me the best deal without trying to push an apartment on me. From the moment Stephanie and I started talking on the phone, I was put at ease. Her knowledge of the neighborhood was apparent through the phone and she insisted that we start looking ASAP because of some great deals that would be scooped up quickly. It also helped that she was very easy to get along with and I could tell that we would have a great time in each other’s company. When she and I met to view apartments that weekend, Stephanie showed me around 10 apartments. Most of the apartments were close to what I was looking for but something was always just “off.” With each apartment, she highlighted great aspects of the space but made sure not to pressure me to jump on it just because it was the right price. All of a sudden, we walked into a bright, cozy studio on the first floor of a walk-up and I was in love! Stephanie could tell from the moment I walked in that I had to live there; the apartment had to be mine! We rushed immediately to the leasing office and completed my application right there. Prior to meeting for the day and viewing apartments, Stephanie asked that I get all of the documents that a possible landlord would request when putting in an application, so I was very prepared. With all of my documents in tow, the leasing company basically told me that as long as everything showed-up alright on the application, the apartment would be mine! Without Stephanie’s knowledge and foresight to have all of those documents together, I probably wouldn’t be in the apartment today! Once my application was accepted for the apartment, Stephanie and I met to sign my lease. When I arrived at the lease signing, she surprised me with a great bottle of wine which put the cherry on the whole experience with her! She seemed almost as excited as I was that I found the perfect apartment. I will recommend Stephanie to any of my friends who are looking for a great broker…especially if they’re looking in the Upper East Side. 6/2/2009

Diana Muniz Ok here’s the story… I found myself at 39 years out of a 3 year relationship needing a new apartment basically overnight. I am a small business owner on the Upper East Sidce and now, once again having to live on a budget instead of sharing expenses with a partner. Freaked out and broken hearted, I needed to focus and find an apt within my price range, no fee, along with a clean acceptable place to live. As we know in NYC lots of us are reluctant to use a broker because especially these days, people dont have the extra few thousand dollars to give someone to find us a place to live. On the other hand, lots of no fee apts are very hard to find on your own and most of the time the broker doesn't even show up! I saw and ad that said "great studio apts available no fee this weekend". I had no idea who or where I was calling. A nice man (Marlon Suarez) answered and set me up with a broker named Diana for the following day. I waited in the leasing office and in walked a lovely girl with a huge smile and introduced herself and right away, I felt like I was in good hands. In the span of a month Diana and I looked at many apartments. Some were out of my price range, others were really awful and the process was becoming very frustrating. But I was desperate, still living in the apt with my boyfriend which was not a good situation. Many times I said "Diana Im done, dont show me anything else." She respected me and left me alone for a few days and then she would call or text. "Mickey I have a fantastic apt to show you Ill meet you" She never gave up, never gave in. She was determined to find me a place to live. At this point I was planning on giving up my business, and moving back down south. That same day Diana called and said, "meet me at this apt you have to see it its beautiful". Reluctantly, I did. The minute I walked in this place I knew it was mine!! Diana and I went to her office and put down the deposit for the apt and a couple days later I was approved!! The thing that stood out to me the most was her spirit. She was always happy, smiling, and willing to go the distance for a client. She is totally service minded and understood and listened to me as if I was her best friend. She makes her clients feel that it is possible to find the perfect apt even if we have become less hopeful. Diana was always available day or night for questions and information. Throught this process we have become great friends. In a city this busy to be able to connect with someone so special is very rare. Not only did I get a great apartment, but I made a great friend! 6/2/2009

Jacki This past week I have had the distinct pleasure of working with Mark David—Jacki Leahy specifically—and could not have better things to say. When I first walked in I knew things would be different because we didn’t just go over a screen with no pictures and a lot of out-dated text; instead, Jacki and Scott genuinely wanted to know what type of apartment I was looking for and where. We narrowed down our search to what I would actually like and could realistically afford—something many others before Mark David did not do. Jacki walked around with me and listened to what I did and did not like about each unit in an effort to triangulate the perfect apartment; in a little under two hours we found it. After days and days of wasted time with other firms, Jacki was able to listen to me and formulate the right idea of what would make me happy in under one afternoon’s time; from my limited exposure to Mark David, it would seem to me that everyone there is the same way. While my experience with Mark David was fantastic, the only regret I have is not coming to them first. However, the comparison to “the other guys” only makes them shine brighter. 6/2/2009

Team Davis Drennan It is with great pleasure that I am writing this reference letter for Stephanie Davis and Matthew Drennan of Mark David. My co-op search began with a meeting at their SoHo office and their hands-on approach and caring attitude made my experience a great one. They always eased any concerns that I had and were quick to answer all my questions. I was a first time home buyer, so as you can imagine, I had an enormous amount of questions and didn’t know where to even begin. Stephanie and Matthew were very helpful in completing “Team Karagosian” by recommending a fantastic real estate lawyer as well as an extremely knowledgeable mortgage broker. In addition, they provided me with information about the real estate market in New York, a “check list” of what I need to do and know in order to purchase my first co-op, and a line-up of “must see” apartments in my price range to check out together. Their positive attitude and eagerness to make me happy helped me find my perfect home. I am now settled into my new Upper East Side apartment and couldn’t be more pleased. As you can see I have absolutely no reluctance in recommending Stephanie and Matthew for your real estate needs. If you have additional questions or need any further information, please feel free to email me at kim32380@yahoo.com. 6/2/2009

Stephanie L. Davis Like many people right now, my partner and I did not have a lot of “extra” money to spend on a new apartment, yet we knew we wanted a home of our own. We walked into many offices with our small budget and modest down payment each time being told there wouldn’t be anything out there for us unless we could come up with more funds. Then we walked into Mark David and met Stephanie Davis. From day one Stephanie was kind, knowledgeable and most of all confident that she could find us a wonderful apartment within our budget. As it turned out she found a beautiful apartment in a safe, quiet neighborhood for under our budget! Over the next few months Stephanie personally invested extra time and energy into compiling a quite impressive, and massive, application packet for the building and Board of Directors. She spent hours answering any and every question we had about the process or paperwork; even coaching us on our Board of Directors Interview. When we decided we needed my Mother to cosign, Stephanie was right there to help my Mother acquire the appropriate documents. Stephanie went above and beyond by personally calling institutions on my Mother’s behalf to address and solve any problems that arose. We felt like we were in safe and capable hands throughout the whole process. Since we purchased our apartment two years ago we have heard countless horror stories from friends about botched deals, insensitive brokers, and lengthy processes. We can honestly say that if it were not for the incredible people at Mark David, like Stephanie Davis, we would be telling those same stories. The staff at Mark David genuinely care about their clients and will do everything in their power to help you accomplish your goals. They treat their clients as more than just a “job.” They listen to you, fight for you, guide you and take care of you like family. Without hesitation we recommend this firm highly. 6/2/2009

Carrie Yeager I recently had a wonderful experience renting an apartment from Mark David agent, Carrie Yeager. This was my first significant move and coming from Seattle, it was so great to find an agency with such an exemplary agent. Carrie was very attentive to what I needed in an apartment, as well as respectful of my budget. I had dealt with other agents in the city, but no agent was as sincere and considerate of my needs. This is the reason that I chose to rent my first New York apartment with Mark David. Carrie really simplified the process and that made for a delightful transition. I felt very well taken care of with Carrie and surpassed all of my expectations of a New York agent. I want to thank you for contributing to such an important part of my life here—I have truly found a home! I will always continue to think of Mark David in the future. Thank you again. 6/2/2009

Caitlin Mulhern Caitlin did an exceptional job preparing and researching my apartment search. She was professional, knowledgeable, energetic and a source of good advice. I'm grateful to her. 6/2/2009

Neely Moore Thanks for all your work. You made the process of finding a place for Kirsten and I a lot of fun by making us feel very comfortable, never overselling or pressuring to take a place, and you figured out exactly what we were looking for by being a great listener. I would recommend you to any of my friends looking for a new place to live in NYC, and if we move again someday you'll be the first person I look up. 6/2/2009

Stephanie L. Davis Several years ago, when my daughter decided to move to New York City to study at Circle in the Square and then work as an actress, I decided to invest in a condominium for her to live in rather than paying Manhattan rents. I was fortunate to get the name of Stephanie Davis from the school, since she had also studied there. From my first email until after the closing, the thing that impressed me the most about Stephanie was the promptness of her response to every communication I made. Thanks to her Blackberry, she would usually answer my emails within minutes, and her answers always either contained the information I needed, or were very clear about when it would become available. In the mad rush to find and close on a NYC apartment, this quality of communication was critical. And as a person who prefers email to voice communication, I was grateful for Stephanie’s facility in this medium. (I’m sure she is equally communicative with phone calls and voice mails too!) In any case, I would certainly choose Stephanie again if I were looking for another apartment. 6/2/2009

Sofia Pechlivanidou I can’t say strongly enough how great our experience with Sofia Pechlivanidou was. After a number of terrible experiences with brokers trying to rip us off or showing us absolutely nothing we were interested in. Sofia’s straightforward approach was a breath of fresh air. She sat us down and clearly spelled out our options. She only bothered showing us places that were suitable and we found the perfect place within just a day. Even after the apartment-search process. Sofia was incredibly helpful and accommodating. She negotiated on our behalf with the landlord and went above and beyond to make sure the deal went through. We must have been difficult clients—two of us left the country the day after picking the place and she coordinated the signing of the lease and initial payments between three different continents. All in all. Sofia helped us a ton and I give her my highest recommendation. Please feel free to contact me with any questions. 6/2/2009

Cara Rosenbloom Previous brokers whom I have worked with left much to be desired. However, Cara Rosenblon is a diamond in the rough and greatly exceeded all of my hopes and expectations. She is a hardworking and energetic broker who, unlike many brokers, never put pressure on me as a client. Most importantly, she listened carefully to what I wanted in a home and saved me precious time by only showing me properties that met my specific needs. She navigated the daunting world of New York real estate with ease- her thorough knowledge of my desired neighborhood allowed her to show me great apartments that I otherwise would have missed. She is an honest, reliable person who is a pleasure to work with, and I highly recommend her to anyone on a quest for their new home. 6/2/2009

Fred Danso and Robert Feld This email is far overdue, but we wanted to express to you how thrilled we were with our experience with agents Fred Danso and Robert Feld, with whom we found our wonderful Alphabet City 1 BD. We moved in on December 15th. By the time we walked into the Mark David office in SoHo, we had devoted several weeks to our apartment search and were thoroughly exhausted. We’d worked with brokers all over town, had looked at too many apartments that met none of our criteria. We’d had our budget scoffed at, had been stood up by agents too many times to count, and were honestly not feeling good about real estate as a business. We came to the Mark David office ready to bolt at the first sign of trouble. Enter Fred and Robert: they listened carefully to our needs and showed us 7 or 8 apartments that fir all our needs that same evening. We were beyond thrilled. Both Fred and Robert both have that je nais sais quois of truly great salespeople. Professional yet approachable, highly competent and available without applying pressure, friendly and pleasant to spend time with—which is important when you’re walking through the city together in the dead of winter. You actually WANT them to get that commission, because they do so much to earn it – they really listened to our needs (and a lot of gripes), and made sure we were well taken care of every step along the way. We literally walked away from our first meeting talking about how classy these two agents are. We know times are tough in real estate right now, so we feel the need to express what an asset your company has in these two gentlemen. I have already recommended them to five friends who have mentioned that they’re on the market for a new apartment, and we will definitely seek them out when the time comes for us to find another home in the city. Thanks for reading (and for our fabulous apartment!). 6/2/2009

Team Davis Drennan Stephanie and Matthew, Team Davis Drennan, were pleasures to work with. They were professional and friendly, loyal to my cause, and always accommodated my schedule. They took the time to answer my questions and quickly responded to all my e-mails. As a resident from another state, I was new to the NYC housing market. They presented market information in an easy, comprehensive manner and thoroughly explained all the details of my options. They reviewed the financial implications, tax incentives and legal responsibilities of the different forms of home ownership. They simplified the entire process by walking me through each step, and gave great recommendations for all my professional needs. They were with me throughout the entire process, and even provided support during acquisition. When I first spoke with Stephanie, I told her I was looking for a pre-war apartment with character and charm on the Upper East Side of Manhattan. She selected 8 apartments for me to see and took me on a tour of the area. After the first couple apartments, I realized my initial ideals were far from reality. Without wasting another minute of our day, Stephanie was able to improvise and showed me some new, modern condos. By the second condo, I found my dream home. Thanks to Stephanie's knowledge of the city and her market expertise, I now happily own an amazing condo in the UES! Furthermore, The Mark David website is very visual and easy to use. Support data is accurate and well-presented. Being New Yorkers themselves, Team Davis Drennan has great knowledge of the city and the NYC housing market. I couldn’t have asked for better service, and without them I wouldn’t have my dream apartment on the Upper East Side! 6/2/2009

Team Davis Drennan It is with great pleasure that I am writing this reference letter for Stephanie Davis and Matthew Drennan of Mark David. My co-op search began with a meeting at their SoHo office and their hands-on approach and caring attitude made my experience a great one. They always eased any concerns that I had and were quick to answer all my questions. I was a first time home buyer, so as you can imagine, I had an enormous amount of questions and didn’t know where to even begin. Stephanie and Matthew were very helpful in completing “Team Karagosian” by recommending a fantastic real estate lawyer as well as an extremely knowledgeable mortgage broker. In addition, they provided me with information about the real estate market in New York, a “check list” of what I need to do and know in order to purchase my first co-op, and a line-up of “must see” apartments in my price range to check out together. Their positive attitude and eagerness to make me happy helped me find my perfect home. I am now settled into my new Upper East Side apartment and couldn’t be more pleased. As you can see I have absolutely no reluctance in recommending Stephanie and Matthew for your real estate needs. If you have additional questions or need any further information, please feel free to email me at kim32380@yahoo.com. 6/2/2009

Stephanie Sulaiman We cannot say enough about Stephanie Sulaiman and Mark David. Stephanie is the first broker that was honest, upfront and straightforward with us. She respected our guidelines. She was organized and thorough with her listing search and she was fun to spend the day with while we looked at apartments I would highly recommend her services to anyone. Thanks again Stephanie!! 6/2/2009

Caitlin Mulhern Searching for an apartment in NYC is not easy for anyone. Especially for someone like me who didn't even live in the city. I was finishing up with grad school in Pittsburgh and I had to start work in a month in NYC. Friends suggested Craigslist which was alright until I realized that I needed to speak to a broker. I did. I called a few but none responded like Caitlin. Caitlin was very sweet, understanding about my situation and seemed very passionate about her work. After graduation, I had to leave the country for a month and therefore, had no hope of finding a decent apartment in Manhattan before work started. I called Caitlin up and told her what I was looking for: a studio, in Manhattan for less than $1500. She was hopeful and confident and her positive energy rubbed on me. I left the country, trusting Caitlin with my apartment search. She was very responsive to all my queries via email or phone. She sent regular updates to me along with a list of newly available apartments which matched my criteria. 2 weeks before arriving back in NYC, she notified me of an apartment in Hell's Kitchen which was perfect for me. I asked a friend of mine who lived in NY to meet Caitlin and see the apartment that she referred. My friend praised Caitlin for her promptness and told me that the apartment looked fantastic. As always, Caitlin was on top of the deal. She got the landlord to agree to my terms and today, I live in a very cool and comfortable apartment and thank Caitlin for all the effort she put into finding me the right place. 6/2/2009

Stephanie L. Davis It is with pleasure to be able to provide this letter of reference and recommendation on behalf of Mark David & Company and Ms. Stephanie Davis. Stephanie was our real estate broker in 2005 when my parents and I purchased a co-op apartment in New York City. The apartment would serve as my primary residence, and I formed a relationship with Stephanie as she set out to find me the perfect home. She was always very attentive to my needs and requests and readily accessible to address any questions or concerns I may have had. Stephanie is a diligent worker and was extremely efficient and organized in putting together our board package. She proved to be a capable broker with a professional attitude, and I had complete trust in her every step of the way. Not only is she a true professional, but Stephanie is also an irresistible charmer with a warm personality, and she was able to negotiate the purchase price of my apartment to an amount lower than I ever expected. Stephanie is an extremely thoughtful person who is more than willing to listen and consider the needs of her clients. Because of her I found the perfect apartment which is now home to my fiancé and me. Stephanie has proven to be an intelligent, capable and dedicated broker and I am confident she will continue to see much success in her profession. 6/2/2009

Whitney is the best broker... Whitney is the best broker I have ever worked with. He is the only one who made me feel like my apartment search was completely about me and would not give up until I was more than 100% happy. He acted as if this was HIS apartment search. We had several deals fall through along the way which made my search endure for three months, yet he was always on my side even though he was working much longer than usual for the same amount of commission. Again, he acted like losing these apartments were his personal losses too. I cannot begin to explain how reassuring it is to have a broker who behaves this way. I totally trusted him and he was able to zero in on what I was exactly looking for very quickly. He never wasted my time showing me things he knew I wouldn't take nor tried to convince me to take something I didn't feel in my gut was the place for me. On the flip side, he handled the leasing and management companies just as amazingly. He is professional, yet fun and approachable and you can tell the companies really enjoy working with him. Because of this, he was able to negotiate more things with them on my behalf, yet he would never abuse his relationship with them. This shows great character and integrity. He was very knowledgeable about which companies had things I was seeking in an apartment, which ones were in my price range, and was always up to date with the most current inventory. In fact, he was able to show me the apartment I ended up renting the minute it hit the market. That is the kind of speed you need to land a great deal; without Whitney, I would not have been able to have my current apartment. Throughout my search, I would hear Whitney on the phone with his other clients and he treated all of them the same way he treated me. Even when I heard them asking things I personally thought sounded ridiculous, Whitney never flinched or made a face, he just answered their questions and steered them to a more logical and/or realistic way of viewing the situation. Even with me, when the first deal we tried to land fell through, I was very upset and looking back, I said some irrational things. Yet Whitney calmly handled me and assured me we would find an even better place. He was completely right. I love my current place much more. I haven't even been there but a couple weeks and I have already recommend Whitney to five friends who are looking for apartments. Being a business owner myself, I am very careful giving someone a referral because I know what it is like when we refer a client of ours to someone and that person does not take care of them properly. With Whitney, I have absolutely no doubt they will love him as much as I did, and I will continue to refer him to everyone I ever hear is seeking an apartment. One last note, my time spent with Whitney searching was not "all business" even though that was the focus. He knows how to make the process enjoyable! We had many long laughs along the way as well as a few deep talks about life. He went above and beyond his job description and you can tell he truly loves what he does. In my book, that is the icing on the cake. He is one of those people who gets along with everyone and is instantly liked from the moment you meet him. I cannot recommend him enough! 4/22/2009