Testimonials

Here is what our clients and others are saying about Brennan Realty Services:

“Brennan Realty was recommended to us by friends. We wanted to sell our apartment in Prospect Heights, although we were living upstate and we were infrequently in the city. So, Donald and Betsy met us with our kids in a hotel during a brief stay over in Manhattan. We were impressed with their detailed presentation, but we were wowed when we saw it put into action. Within a very short amount of time, they had our apartment painted, photographed, and printed a beautiful singular brochure just for our apartment. They did all of this work while we were away. In turn, our apartment sold at asking price within a month of it being put on the market. It was a completely pleasant, effortless journey filled with trust and open communication. We came away with everything we could have hoped for. To say Donald and Betsy do their job well is an understatement.”
–S.Y. Kim & B. Gray

“Donald, Betsy and everyone at Brennan Realty give life and validation to the theory that bigger is not always better. It was so refreshing, after some inconsistent and occasionally mind-numbing experiences with other firms, to work with a group of dedicated, diligent professionals who just get it. If one is endeavoring into the dizzying world of uncertainty that is NYC real estate, look no further than Brennan Realty!”
–C. Coffey

“We met Donald Brennan a few years ago while looking at some of the beautiful apartments and buildings he’d developed in Brooklyn Heights. We remained in touch, and when it came time to sell our own pre-war apartment in Park Slope, it was an easy decision to ask Donald to help us find a buyer. When a friend asked why we didn’t go with one of the larger real estate brokerage firms, we explained that as an extremely knowledgeable and honest professional on the buy side, Donald would be able to represent our interests and our apartment fairly and accurately, and that he would understand the property he was selling better than anyone else out there. Any concerns prospective sellers may have about access to a steady stream of potential buyers when using a smaller brokerage like Brennan Realty should be put to rest. We had a steady stream of visitors to the apartment and an all-cash offer at 96% of our asking price on the first day the apartment was put on the market – and this was in a down market for sellers and in a typically slow season for selling. We could not have been happier with the quality of Donald’s work and the support we got from his team. This support started long before the apartment was put on the market and lasted right up through and beyond the close. Everyone we worked with at Brennan Realty was highly professional, and because they have worked with so many people on the buy side, they have a great understanding of what potential buyers are interested in, and they are able to answer any and all questions and represent a properly as it should be represented. Donald and his team helped make the NYC real estate process completely hassle-free (which is no small thing) and now we’ve recruited them to help us find a new home in Brooklyn, as well. They have our strongest endorsement for services on the sell side or the buy side, and we look forward to continuing to work with them on all our real estate needs.”
–C.Buice

“I can’t say enough good things about Brennan Realty Services! Betsy and Donald offer boutique real estate services with personality and passion. They have a thorough and impressive knowledge of properties and neighborhoods, developers, local politics and agents, and weaved it all neatly in an independent perspective my wife and I needed to examine the best options for our move back to NYC. Betsy is a rare treat of a service experience, providing sincerely honest opinions and personal attention that made our house hunting blitz trips to Brooklyn efficient and fun. Touring open houses with Betsy felt more like bringing a family member or savvy friend rather than a broker. She shines in her subtle tactics for getting the inside track and professional discretion in dealing with challenges.
For all of the stereotypes of real estate professionals out there, Brennan breaks the mold. I can’t imagine buying, selling, renting or investing personal property in NYC without them.”
–H. Karamitopoulos

“Betsy is a fantastic broker. I’ve moved around a good deal in four years and have dealt with a ton of other brokers. Most of them just left me with the fear of moving lest I have to continue dealing with them. However, Betsy took a lot of time with me before even seeing an apartment, trying to get a good idea of what I was looking for, what I could afford, and where I wanted to live. Once I began looking at places, Betsy was incredibly knowledgeable, and most importantly, patient. There’s nothing worse than feeling pressured by a broker looking to push a sale through, and I can happily say I never once felt pressured while working with Betsy. Even though I suppose the goal of a broker is to *not* have repeat customers, I will definitely use her if I need to move again, and I’ll make sure to refer my friends!”
–K. Levenick

“Donald, Betsy and the team are amazing. They met and exceeded our every expectation. I can’t say enough about the advantages of going with this boutique firm over one of the bigger ones. There is such a difference when you feel like the #1 priority. Every question is answered in minutes, not days, and every concern was treated with respect, patience and understanding. In such a difficult market, I never imagined we’d be in contract in less than a month, but we had multiple offers over asking price. From the smallest studio to the biggest house, I would recommend Brennan Realty to anyone and everyone.”
–A. Page

“My wife and I spent several years bouncing between listing agents while trying to find a home to purchase in Brooklyn prior to approaching Donald to help guide our search as a buyer agent. Donald’s willingness to share his impressive knowledge across multiple facets of Brownstone Brooklyn real estate provided the unbiased advice we needed and valued. Donald introduced us to an off-market property his office acquired the inside track on (over 4th July holiday no less!). We quickly secured a deal thanks to the confidence we gained from the depth of knowledge imparted from Donald and the detailed analysis his office prepared, and thanks to his tenacity during the offer and negotiation phase. We highly recommend Brennan Realty Services to anyone looking for an advocate to help them purchase a home in Brownstone Brooklyn.”
–R. Dalton, buyer client for 40 Cambridge Place, Clinton Hill, Brooklyn

“The help you gave us through out the bidding and closing process was instrumental. Many thanks for understanding our needs/constraints. You have made our first time purchase a very smooth process. We are very happy in our new apartment.”
–N. Walon, buyer client for 100 2nd Place, Unit 1, Carroll Gardens, Brooklyn

“I think Donald Brennan is a great buyers agent. He seems to be very honest and patient. I am working with him in developing a condo conversion now. He is willing to do a lot of leg work and get to know a property before giving advice.”
–B. Farrell, as mentioned on Brownstoner

“It was a pleasure meeting you last evening and listening to your presentation about our local real estate market. It was a happy surprise to learn that such expertise resides here in Brooklyn Heights.”
– J. Koster

“My husband and I are relocating from Switzerland to New York in November and are looking to buy a townhouse in Brooklyn. We are in touch with a major brokerage and I have been getting to know Streeteasy.com intimately but I feel that a broker with real Brooklyn knowledge like yourself who is not tied to any particular mainstream realtor could be invaluable to guide us to understanding the current market, correct valuation, and what is involved if we decide to go with a building requiring serious renovation, so that in the end we buy the right property for us. Can you let me know if you would be available to help us with our search, and how that would work?”
–F. Fleming

“Donald, your ‘Let’s Talk Real Estate‘ event was far more helpful than we could have imagined, and we sincerely appreciate your efforts! We couldn’t make it to this month’s discussion, but will definitely recommend them (and your services) to anyone we come across who may be looking to rent or buy in the area. We got the impression that you are very honest and straight-forward, and trust your judgment and advice over others.”
– F. Ansley

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