I am passionate about real estate because I live it every day. I am not only as a real estate broker but a real estate investor as well. I bought my first house in Yonkers, NY in 1994 for $155,000 and sold it in 2007 for $420,000. With the profits, I decided to concentrate full time on real estate investing. I now own 24 apartments, a construction company and am a Real Estate broker.My goal is to put my experience to work for you, the customer. As a Real Estate investor, Construction company owner and Real Estate broker, my team and I can be a real asset to you.Before starting my career in real estate, I taught Spanish and ESL in colleges, private and public schools in Westchester County. I was also Executive Director of Extension Centers for Mercy College. I also hold an Master of Arts in Linguistics and ESL Teaching. Specialties: Buyer agent. CBRAs a CBR (Certified Buyer Representative) I am trained and I in a unique position to assist first time buyers in their quest for a suitable home. Additionally, I specialize in helping buyers acquire distressed properties in need of repairs using the FHA 203K program. Distressed Property Expert: CDPEThis designation has trained me to specially assist home owner in distress. That is home owners whose properties are under water and need to find a alternative to foreclosure. General Contractor: GCAs a general contractor, licensed and insured in the NYC and Yonkers, I am also in a able to assist home buyers/owners with necessary/ wishful repairs in their homes. This is especially important when buyers needs a professional opinion of the condition of the house there are interested in purchasing. Real Estate Investor.Having bought and rehabilitated and managing 8 properties has given me the opportunity to learn the trade of investing in real estate. Ability that I can pass on to my clients when negotiating their offers and sales.