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“Keeping it personal” best describes my commitment to my clients and customers. As the industry has ballooned and large sub-teams have developed within the community, I have made a conscious decision to maintain a boutique approach to my business. The reason is simple: I want to get to know each of my buyers and sellers personally. I am proud to say that when a client hires me to do a job, it is me they will be getting.

Home is very important to me. For most people, their home is their largest asset and often, their most personal possession. That is why I don’t think of myself as selling real estate but rather matching people with homes. I have had the privilege of matching people with homes since 1988 and I always consider it a tremendous honor to be asked by a seller to represent their property or by a buyer to help them locate their “dream home.”

A large portion of my business is on the Upper West Side. When I began my career, I made a decision to specialize in the sale of properties on Riverside Drive. I wrote and distributed a Riverside Drive Market Availability Report, and did so much business there that Barbara Corcoran christened me “The King of Riverside Drive.” In 1990, I sold my first townhouse and now I am Corcoran’s West Side Townhouse Director.

On a personal level, I love to partake of the diversity that New York has to offer - the people, museums, food and theater. Each neighborhood's distinct differences fascinates me. But, my favorite thing to do is to prepare a fine meal to enjoy with friends or family.

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Verified reviews (7)

“I have worked with Alan on more than 20 separate transactions and have always had a positive experience.”

Kate S.

Posted August 17, 2009. Verified September 16, 2009.

Alan and I have worked together on more than 20 different transactions. I have used Alan in a number of different contexts such as a home buyer, an investor, and a seller. I have always had a positive experience working with Alan. He is able look at a property, understand its most important features and develop an effective marketing plan. He has an extraordinary ability to perceive the needs of his clients whether they are buyers or sellers. Alan also has that rare ability to create trust among all the participants in a transaction, which really helps deals to go smoothly. I can always confidently recommended Alan.

“On the buy side, he was very helpful with the Board. When we sold, he presented our UWS co-op well.”

Karen H.

Posted September 29, 2009. Verified September 10, 2010.

I loved working with Alan. He helped me to both buy and sell homes on the Upper West Side. Alan makes his clients’ best interest a priority; he really goes the extra mile. Alan was effective on both the buying and selling ends. On the buying side, he did everything in his power to present us to the Board in a positive light and get us the type of home we wanted. When my husband and I decided to sell, Alan did a great job of helping us prepare our home and remain organized. Alan is knowledgeable, professional, and helpful. He always provides relevant perspective based on the needs of his client.

“Helped us both buy and sell on the UWS. Determined agent but not intrusive.”

Anonymous

Posted August 19, 2009. Verified September 10, 2010.

Alan helped us to both buy and sell homes on the Upper West Side when my family needed a larger home. I do not have anything negative to say about him. Alan understood exactly what we were looking for. He was determined to find us the perfect place, which he ultimately did. Although Alan was persistent, he was not intrusive. He has a very professional market and a good sense of our needs. Alan did not take us to see places that wouldn’t work just for the sake of looking. I would recommend him without hesitation.

“Alan is a pro at marketing a home to display its best attributes.”

Leigh H.

Posted October 12, 2009. Verified October 13, 2009.

My experience working with Alan was very pleasant, most of all because he was respectful of my property. We knew each other already since we both lived in the same building on the Upper West Side and I was aware of the apartments that he had already sold. Alan is a professional who knows how to market a unit to display the best attributes of the space. The first official open house was on a Sunday and by Monday evening I received a call from Alan. The next morning as we were reviewing the details of the offer together, I felt that he was as excited as I was. We accepted the offer and as the closing process progressed, Alan was there to answer any and all questions I had about the details. I would recommend Alan.

“Alan asks the right questions to determine your wants, needs and goals.”

Anonymous

Posted August 29, 2009. Verified September 29, 2009.

Alan helped my wife and me move from the suburbs into a townhouse on Manhattan's Upper West Side. I had an excellent experience working with Alan. He is very efficient, diligent, and detail-oriented. Alan asks very good questions so that he is always able to deliver the best properties possible. He is also patient and understanding of his clients’ needs. I would recommended him with the highest confidence.

“We have used Alan on multiple occasions. He is trustworthy, hardworking and his advice is spot-on.”

Edward S.

Posted September 8, 2009. Verified September 22, 2009.

My wife and I have bought and sold through Alan on multiple occassions. Alan is one of the most trustworthy and hardworking people I have ever met. Throughout the years I've worked with Alan, I have always known that I have an exceptional person representing me. He works extremely hard. Alan really thinks of everything. When we were selling, he pushed us to do things we thought to be unpleasant such as painting walls, moving furniture, and putting items in storage. He was absolutely right to insist upon these tasks. Alan never pressured us into a situation we weren’t comfortable with for his own benefit. He insists upon doing something only if ,and when, the situation is right. His advice was invariably right on. I would recommend Alan any time. He is a great professional and did an excellent job in an unpredictable market.

“Particularly knowledgeable about the Upper West Side.”

Anonymous

Posted August 21, 2009. Verified September 10, 2010.

Alan is by far the best agent I have worked with. I met Alan when he was the selling agent for an apartment I was buying. I realized his good work, and later decided to use him. He helped me to sell my new apartment and to buy a townhouse on the Upper West Side. Alan actually likes New York apartments personally, so real estate is clearly his calling. He is well versed in different neighborhoods and who’s who. He is particularly knowledgeable about the Upper West Side, although he truly knows all of New York. If I ever need to buy or sell a home again, it will be with Alan.