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Ismail Kolya

Ismail Kolya

  5   (64 reviews)

2789 Marion Ave

Ismail helped the reviewer sell this property

Ismail Kolya
$679,999
2789 Marion Ave
New York
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SingleFam

10 months ago

A Trusted Guide Through a Complex, Emotional Process

I’ll be the first to tell you — I didn’t really want to use a realtor. I didn’t use one when I bought my home, so I figured, why use one to sell? But buying or selling a home isn’t just a big financial decision — it’s one of the most emotionally stressful ones too. That’s exactly why my wife and I chose to work with a realtor this time. I’ve known Ish for about four years. So when it came time to sell our home in the Bedford Park section of the Bronx, selecting him as our realtor was a no-brainer. Selling a home in NYC is rarely simple — and ours wasn’t. From pre-appraisals and legal complexities to mortgage timelines and unpredictably random buyer requests, the process had its share of moving parts. But through it all, Ish and Cassandra remained calm, strategic, and relentless in protecting our interests. They helped us evaluate every offer not just on price, but on structure, timing, and risk — which mattered because my wife, a schoolteacher, needed a closing that aligned with the end of the academic year. Ish and Cassandra coordinated seamlessly with our attorney, broke down confusing documents clearly, and guided us through each decision with both urgency and patience. We received a strong offer within 24 hours of our first open house and closed right on schedule — with no major snags. If you’re looking for a real estate team that combines professionalism, integrity, and deep knowledge of the NYC market, Ish and his team are it. They’ll advocate for you like family, and make sure your home sale isn’t just successful, but sane. We’re beyond grateful to have had them by our side.

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The Joyners
Seller
Ismail
Hi Karon & Natalia, Thank you so very much for taking the time write about your experience working with our team-member Cassandra and myself. We both truly appreciated and enjoyed working with you and can't thank you enough for the opportunity. Enjoy the next chapter of your lives! Cheers.
Ismail responded on 24 Jul 2025

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