I don't have enough words to describe how professional Geri is, also the knowledge and the patient that shw has when you're buying a property. She explained to me the process and answe every question. I would definitely would recommend her and I would love to work with her again.
Review submitted by Olivia(seller) 7/22
The Best of the Best
This was my fifth time working with Geri because I wouldn't use anyone else. From start to finish she couldn't have done more for me. Whether you're buying or selling, always a pleasure.
Jessica(seller) 7/22
Geri is my go-to-realtor!
If you want a realtor who listens to your needs and works tirelessly to help you buy or sell a home, Geri is your man… OK, WOMAN! I’ve worked with Geri buying and selling several homes and always get the results I wanted. A+ in my book.
Review submitted by Michael V. (Seller) on 22 Feb 2022
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Laura Cochran
Selling one hundred and twenty six homes last year alone,
Top Agent Laura Cochran conducts business in counties
across New York, primarily serving the Suffolk County region.
Laura Cochran's career in real estate began in 1996, after a job listing in the local paper caught her eye. Interest piqued and energized by a challenge, Laura scheduled an interview with H&G Realty, starting her career as a real estate agent. That was twenty-five years ago, and today Laura is at the helm of a thriving business at the
in sales volume over the years —a staggering one hundred and twenty six homes sold last year alone—Laura has made strategic decisions to add a few members to her flourishing enterprise. Wisely choosing candidates with values that align with her professional ethos, Laura's colleagues include one licensed assistant and two additional sales specialists. Together, Laura's team provides top "tier client service
very same office, having built her success on the tenets of unwavering dedication, accessibility, and client-centric service.
While she conducts business in counties across New York, Laura primarily serves the Suffolk County region. Having seen a significant uptick
by remaining accessible around the clock, and consistently delivering on their clients' home-ownership goals. Laura and her team strongly believe in having a continuous, open dialogue of forthright communication throughout the entire home buying or selling process, so that her clients are empowered by information every step of the way. Likewise, she also cites her enthusiasm, positive feedback, and passion for her
"/ love knowing I've helped multiple generations of a
family It's so rewarding having watched a family move
Into their first home with young children and then
seeing them years later—children grown up and everyone
reaching new milestones in their lives."
work as the main drivers of her success. In feet, Astutely recognizing the importance of online
not only do Laura and her team boast a robust visibility in the digital age, Laura ensures max-
rate of repeat and referral clientele, but many imum exposure for her listed homes by widely
clients and their children return for repeat ser- marketing them on the leading digital listing
vice years down the road. "I love knowing I've platforms. What's more, Laura sends out just-
helped multiple generations of a family," Laura listed postcards to potential buyers in the area,
reflects. "It's so rewarding having watched a incorporating high quality professional pho-
family move into their first home with young tography and professional staging so that each
children and then seeing them years later— property she is representing makes a memora-
children grown up and everyone reaching new ble first impression—whether online, in print,
milestones in their lives." or in person. Utilizing e-mail campaigns and
well-thought out newsletters, Laura keeps clients informed of industry developments and provides updates on her team's sales activity. Remembering all the individuals she has assisted along the way, Laura takes time to send out celebratory cards to mark birthdays and anniversaries, as well.
The same spirit of service that inspires her daily work also informs Laura's community
With an eye toward the future, Laura is continuing to expand her tight-knit team, selecting capable and energetic individuals to maintain the superior level of service her clients have come to expect. Laura also will continue to mentor other professionals, sharing her keen insights and keys to success with other real estate agents working their way up the ladder.
efforts. In her spare time away from the office, Laura enjoys caring for neglected animals, supporting many animal rights organizations, contributing her resources and time. Having fostered many animals over the years, Laura now has four dogs of her own. For fun, she enjoys spending time with her grandchildren, going to local animal farms and aquariums with them, and relishing in all the joy watching them grow brings.
more than two decades, Laura has cultivated an impressive career defined by passion, dependability, and providing first rate professional service to clients seeking to buy or sell a home. With all that in place and a decidedly optimistic outlook ahead, the future is sure to be bright for Laura Cochran and her team.
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Laura Cochran
A lifelong resident of Suffolk County, Cochran prides herself as being someone who is an "aggressive marketer, skillful negotiator, and fair player." She specializes in residential properties in Miller Place, Mount Sinai, Sound Beach, Rocky Point, Selden, Coram, Port Jefferson Station, Centereach, Middle Island, Ridge, Shoreham and Wading River. H&G Realty NY Inc, 631-474-2000 ext. 129, 465 Route 25A, Miller Place, lcrealtor.com
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"Geri did an excellent job of marketing and selling our house. She was professional and efficient in every step of the process. Also, Geri went over and above many times in checking on the house, keeping us informed and following through with suggestions. I would definitely call on her again if need be and highly recommend her if you need a topnotch real estate professional."
juliebethel6
245 Rocky Point Rd, Sound Beach, NY 11789
Marianna; You did a great job helping us find the right house for us! We will be glad to recommend you to anyone who is looking for a home to buy! We are very pleased with our house!! Thank you for all that you did to make this happen!!
😊 Tom & Vickie
I want to say thank you for such a wonderful experience. Working with H&G Reality has been a great experience they helped us make our move such a smooth stress free experience I would recommend them to anyone who is looking to sell their home.
Sue D.
Gina,
Thank you so much for all the hard work and great advice you gave us. We are so happy and love our new home. Thank you for helping us make our dream come true.
Rob and Stacy
Marianna and Geri did a great job helping us both sell and buy our new home! They answered all our questions and concerns quickly and helped us through the whole process! It was so great working with them! Thank you both for all your help!
Tammie and Jon
Thanks to Geri for being the best Realtor! Geri was great to work with. She went above and beyond to get us into our home. She was very easy to talk to about what we needed and always put our interest first.
Our situation was not an easy one, but Geri worked very hard to get our home for us. We did not know what to do but we could call or stop by anytime, she always found the solution and was very happy to help with all our issues.
Thanks for your great knowledge and your overall kindness!
You didn’t make us feel like just another client, you really did care about our well-being.
Thank you for everything!!
Claudia & Joseph
My husband and I connected with Alison Grady a few years ago when we decided to start looking for our first home. We had never purchased a house before and were utterly clueless! Alison showed us a house we had been interested in and was so patient in answering all our questions.
When it came to guiding us through the first time buying process she had fantastic suggestions and connections for mortgage and insurance brokers. She told us what agents look for in terms of serious offers as far as being a qualified buyer.
She understood what we were looking for in a house and always had several houses to suggest. There were times when we arrived at houses and she knew right away whether we’d be interested or not.
When we finally found the house, we loved and made our offer Alison was a huge help with talking us through the final process. There were many interesting bumps in the road on the wat to closing-through no fault of our own, but Alison never missed a beat.
She was always patient with us, especially with my husband who would check every corner and crawl space and had a fantastic sense of humor that kept the process fun and less stressful.
I know when it’s time for us to sell and go bigger, Alison will be my first call. I have and will continue to recommend her to friends and family in the market!
During the past six months my wife and I have been in the market for a secondary residence in the Patchogue/Holtsville areas.
We were very fortunate to meet Ms. Monzillo as a realtor with expert knowledge of the current market in both condos and co-ops.
She worked tirelessly on our behalf to find a unit in our price range that had the qualities and location that we desired.
We have been rewarded with a very fine two bedroom co-op!
If you are in the market for a caring professional who will either find a new residence or sell one that you currently own, my wife and I can recommend Ms. Monzillo enthusiastically!
Harold Buttitta
Geri was absolutely amazing. Worked with my family and I from beginning to the end- finding us a place in the town I wanted, within my price range and with the necessities we needed. She was available after work- sometimes stayed late in the office to accommodate my schedule. Always kept an open communication and made sure we were always on the same page. When we found a place, she was amazing with making sure everything was done right and even followed up after the move. The team in Miller place was also so supportive and active with working with us to ensure a smooth easy transition into our home. It’s not just an office, it’s an extended family and I’m so grateful and blessed to have met them through this journey. Look forward to keeping in contact with them in the future! Even if it’s just to say hello!
Jessy F
Geri, Thank you for everything, you helped us to make our dreams come true and also thanks because we found a friend. You are not just an agent you are a friend. We will keep in mind all the advice you gave, working with you was a Great Experience!
Olivia & Oscar Turcios
Gina Davino of H&G Realty is Great to work with. She really cares for her customers.
Matthew Rivera
My Fiance and I had a wonderful exerience working with Geri Monzillo from H&G Realty. As a first-time home buyer, Geri not only made our experience easy, but more inportantly, educatedus on the buying process and the housing market. She was very responsive by phone and email at all times during the process and supported us every step of the way. If we had any questions or concerns, she addredded them immediatlely and provided helpful advice when it came for us to make improtand and perhaps, difficul decisions. Without her help and guidfance, we believe the experience would not have gone so smoothly for us and finding our dream home would not have been possible. Shie is not only a true professional and a real estate expert, but someone you can trust! therefore, we would highly recommend Geri to anyone looking to buy, sell or rent a home.
Working with Geri Monzillo at H&G Realty has been a great experience. My husband and I fell in love with our new home, but faced many obstacles throughout a difficult transaction with a "nightmare seller". Geri was there to guide us every step of the way, ensuring this deal went through successfully. Geri demonstrates outstanding customer service and communication by following through with the seller requests as well as responding to any questions that we had, within a timely matter. She is a fantastic negotiator and refuses to take "No" for an answer. She shows a passion for what she does and always puts her clients needs first. She is knowledgeable of the Real Estate industry and what we should expect as a first time home buyers.
Overall, Geri Monzillo is a valuable asset at H&G Realty and it has been a pleasure working with her. We highly recommend Geri Monzillo for your next home purchase.
Lisa
Hi Marianna! One more year here and we want to buy a ranch in Ridge! And we will reach out to you only! Trying to survive, and then save, high rent makes it almost impossible! God bless you and your family. We always think about how wonderful you were in helping us find this rental, we drove you crazy for so long and it never felt like we were a burden, more brokers should be like you! Patient and warm, as well as smart & hardworking!
Thank you Joanne Tropea & Joseph Di Stefano
Geri goes all out 24/7. You couldn't possibly have a better agent. She has handled 3 real estate transactions for me in the last 2 years and she is working on the 4th. She never misses a beat. She will not disappoint you. Thanks Geri, again and again.
I had to write to you again to thank both of you for helping us sell our house. You were in touch with us with EVERY move you made, you made it so easy for us. I now it isnt easy selling a home in the winter months. I couldnt believe it didnt even take us 2 months to close on the deal with both your help- We felt like you were friends to us.
Thank you from the bottom of our hearts. We would recommend you two highly. You worked as a team.
Frank & Marie
Wonderful selling experience with Geri. She had the answers that my attorney didn't. I think that she missed her calling. Hands on 100% right from the beginning. Thank you again and again.
Kate M.
I highly recommend Geri Monzillo of H & G Realty-NY Inc, Miller Place, NY. Geri has been a true professional who has given us piece of mind with her extremely efficient and hands on style. Geri went out of her way to find us the best tenant for our property, responsibly finding the right people with a truthful and refreshing matter of fact style. Geri went above and beyond even coordinating contractor support and taking care of the little things which make all the difference. She ensured all business was conducted in a swift ethical manner. Not only would I recommend Geri Monzillo, I expect to work with her in the future. She is talented, knowledgeable and has the keen instincts to get things done! Great Job!
I've had the pleasure of working H&G Realty. My salesperson Marianna T was extremely helpful and courteous. This was my first time buying a home so naturally I had lots of questions which Marianna was always quick to return my emails and texts. I told her what I was looking for in a home and she was able to find the perfect one. I would definitely recommend H&G Realty!
Geri from H&G is the surperb! She makes you feel like you are her only client - She was a perfect fit for me. Although she may not of known the area well, she became the expert for me. Truly a pleasure to work with her.
Kelly
Ronkonkoma, NY 11779
Lou was the best couldn't have done it without him! He really is the best agent! He was on top of everything and got everything worked out! I really couldn't ask for a better agent to buy a house!
Jeffrey
My agent was Geri and she was not only professional and knowledgeable but patient and caring. She kept saying don't worry I'll hold your hand and as a first time home buyer I needed to hear that. Geri always returned my calls and emails promptly. I will always be grateful for her advice and guidance.
Lisa, Middle Island, NY 11953
Geri,
Thank you so much for all of your help during this process. We really appreciate all you have done and your patience while we found the right house! Thanks again Geri & H&G Realty.
Jon and Rachel Conrad-Holtsville
I met Bob Spira of H&G Realty NY Inc.,at an open house and immediately felt comfortable having him help me with my never ending house search. I have Bob to thank fully for the purchase of my first home in Sound Beach because it was honestly not a house I would have went and looked at on my own, but as soon as I stepped foot inside I knew it was THE ONE! He was extremely patient throughout the process and was willing to show me an endless number of houses until I found exactly what I had been looking for. He is a great agent to work with because he is a local who knows the area.
Kristine-Sound Beach
Dear Bob
We cannot thank you enough for your commitment to finding us the perfect house. From the moment we began our journey with you, we felt completely comfortable and confident that you had an understanding of what we were looking for. Your knowledge and experience helped us to navigate through a wide variety of houses in the ESM School district, and ultimately rejoicing with us when we finally happened upon The HOME of our DREAMS!
Many thanks to Bob of H&G Realty NY Inc.
AmyGrace and Rob- Manorville
Geri Monzillo,
I would like to take this opportunity to thank you for your outstanding service in securing a great apartment for me in Wading River. You may recall that I received an email regarding this listing, and took the earliest train out of Penn Station with the hope of being able to see the apartment that same day. In fact, I was waiting outside the office when the receptionist arrived, and shortly thereafter I spoke to you on the telephone expressing my interest in the apartment. You were kind enough to accommodate me on your day off, and even cancelled all your personal appointments that morning so I could see the apartment. By the time I returned to Manhattan that evening, you completed the necessary credit checks, and even secured the landlord's approval. I was truly amazed at your level of professional service and commitment to your clientele. Thanks to you, I am living back in Wading River and couldn't be happier. Please feel free to share this letter with the management of H & G Realty. And once again, thank you from the proverbial bottom of my heart.
Lou DeCaro
Rebecca Cramer and the staff at H&G were more than helpful and knowledgeable in the process of purchasing a home. She was proactive in getting things done and didn't wait to be asked or advised. She was making phone calls, writing emails and staying on top of everyone involved to make sure everything went as smoothly and effortlessly as possible for myself and my partner. She did everything that she could so we wouldn't be bothered with the headaches of buying a home. I strongly recommend using Rebecca at H&G.
I am totally satisfied with the expertise H & G has provided in purchasing my new home. Shortly after I contacted Geri Monzillo I received a listing that fit my needs. Everything has run so smoothly I couldn't ask for more. Geri found me the perfect home almost immediately. If and when I am ready to sell I know right where to go. Many thanks to Lou and a super staff.
My family recently had the pleasure and privilege of working with Lou Papas of HG Realty in the sale of a residence. Lou is a delight to work with--very accessible, responsive, and congenial. You would be hard-pressed to find a broker as dedicated to his clients as Lou.
Dear Lou,
Lou Papas of H & G Realty listed my home in May of 2011. His evaluation of my property's value and subsequent asking price were spot on. We all want to believe our homes are worth more than what the market will bear, but the truth of the matter is, a professional such as Lou knew what number would sell my home. Being one of those people, of course I wanted a higher asking price! But the fact of the matter was, Lou's estimate is what sold it; listed May 2011, contracts signed June 2011, closed July 2011. And we got the asking price! This was even more remarkable as this property was a condominium in a community of 250+ units with plenty of them on the market. Translation: stiff competition. That being said, the entire process from start to finish, Lou was a delight to work with. He made sure showings were convenient for me, made sure all paperwork was in order at the contract phase and at the closing, and took care to see to it that all the i's were dotted and t's crossed. The consummate professional.K
Selling a home is such a stressful time, having low key, laid back, no pressure Lou Papas on your team is a bonus! New slogan for this guy? LIST IT WITH LOU, LISTEN TO LOU!
Dear Laura and Lauren,
I don't think I will ever be able to express how much I appreciate all you have done for my family. I truly feel without your diligence, positive attitude, and knowledge in your field, we would not be living in our Dream Home today! Not only were you able to sell out house in a market that has seen some difficult times, but you managed to find us a home that fit every descriptor we gave you. As a self-confessed neurotic, you took every call, showed us every house we requested to see, and responded to every e-mail and text without ever making me feel as if I was inconveniencing either of you; for that I am very grateful.
With great appreciation,
Joe and Lori Papagni
It was an absolute pleasure working with both Laura and Lauren. A short sale is a very difficult and length process, and the H+G team made the process so much more tolerable and smooth. They were there to answer any questions I had, and explain to me anything that I didn't understand. I would recommend them to anyone who is doing a short sale and am very grateful for what they did for me! They are always trying to make sure you get the best deal possible!
Thank you, Brian S.
Selling or buying a house is, for most of us, the largest most important financial decision we will make in our lives. You want someone who is extremely knowledgeable, honest, forthright, trustworthy, reliable and considerate to help guide you through this entire stressful process. My husband and I were extremely fortunate when a family member recommended us to Rich Bitzer when we were selling our house. Rich got right to work upon listing our house. First, he helped us arrive at a listing price that we were comfortable with, and then he advertised it online, in print and held open houses. We quickly had an offer and for some realtors they may take a backseat in the process at this point but Rich continued to be a huge support right through until closing. If you want someone to help you with any real estate transaction, buying or selling, we highly recommend Rich Bitzer and H&G Realty.
Linda & Dennis Cole
Dear Geri,
Thank you for the help in Renting our Apartment. We seem to have a lovely young lady as a tenant. If we need any help in the future, we will certainly call apon you. Sincerly,
Ken & Metta Drake
Dear Mr. Papas:
I would just like to take a moment to let you know how grateful my husband Brett and I are with our new home in Bretton Woodssold to us by Marianna Tsakonas.
During this troubled economy like many, our funds were very limited. We thought we would never find a place that would fit our budget. However, Marianna gave us plenty of her time, patience, respect and encouragement.
We never thought in a million years, we would be able to live like royalty in beautiful Bretton Woods, but we are herethanks to Mariannas endless search for us. Not only are we happy with our purchase, but we are happy with the way the whole process went. Marianna was on top of the situation at all times and always kept the communication going in which as a result, lead us to a successful closing. In addition, she assisted us with referrals (lawyer, engineer, ect) and also made herself available to us.
Thank you so much for providing us with a positive experience and home purchase!!
Sincerely,
Lori Lombardo-Kimmel