HCH Team at Julia B Fee SIR

The HCH team was terrific! With their help, we sold our long-time family home and found the perfect downsize at Hudson House. Throughout the process Beth, Maria & Bernadette were professional, helpful, accessible and a calming influence in what could have been a stressful process. Whether buying, selling or both, I highly recommend the HCH team! Kathy M. | Seller and Buyer Client | Tarrytown & Irvington

Bernadette and the HCH Team were very organized and easy to work with. They were responsive during the search and purchasing process. I would definitely work with Bernadette again for the sale or purchase of another home.  Maria Amparo R. | Buyer Client | Peekskill

Working with the HCH Team was a great experience. We were very happy with their level of professionalism. Beth, Bernadette and Maria were always responsive, communicative and accommodating. The App they used to communicate showings etc. was efficient and easy to use. They provided guidance every step of the way. On a personal level, we enjoyed dealing with them. Nothing was ever an issue.  Joe & Ellen G. | Seller Clients | Tarrytown

We could not have been happier with the marketing of our apartment. The HCH team did an amazing job and ended up securing an exceptional price, well above our expectations. 5 stars all the way!  Doug and Sue G. | Seller Clients | Hudson House | Irvington

Our home search was a long, twisty road through a difficult and tight real estate market, and Bernadette Haley stuck with us and supported us the whole time—and ultimately helped us prevail. She was great. Due to the low inventory/high price housing market in Westchester — only made worse when mortgage rates skyrocketed — we were searching for a long time, nearly two years. But Bernadette never let us give up hope. She was always available for showings, or just to answer questions or help us to understand different towns. Her expertise helped us narrow our focus on what we really wanted. When it came time to make an offer she helped us craft one that won a frenzied bidding war, and then she was with us every step of the way to closing. She helped us find topnotch professionals throughout the process — mortgage lender, insurance, inspector, lawyer — and made sure everything always moved along without a hitch. We love our home, and we'd wholeheartedly recommend Bernadette and The HCH Team to anyone looking for a home in Westchester! Jim and Pam K. |Buyer Clients | Katonah | NY

Working with Maria Carlino and the HCH Team was a wonderful experience. They were efficient, very professional and made, what we thought would be an arduous process, perfectly seamless. Our home sold and closed in no time! We have worked with the HCH Team in the past, when buying and selling and highly recommend them in the handling of your most precious asset! Michael and Emilia N. | Seller Clients | Yorktown Heights

Maria was a true star throughout our home-buying journey. Her expertise, professionalism, and dedication were exceptional. She understood our needs and budget, guiding us every step of the way. Maria and the HCH Team made the process seamless and efficient. We found our dream home, thanks to them. Highly recommend! Andrew H. | Buyer Client | Briarcliff Manor

Since 2017, the HCH team has helped us to purchase and sell our last three homes. Our entire extended family has relied on them for multiple transactions and we are always impressed by the level of dedication and guidance they provide. There is no one else we would trust more and we highly recommend their services. The Tracey Family | Seller/Buyer Clients | Briarcliff Manor

We were very pleased with the efforts of the team. Bernadette took the lead because I knew her and engaged her. The entire HCH team was excellent. Always followed up promptly and made good suggestions about pricing. We are happy with the result that we obtained.  Jeffrey J. | Seller Client | Tarrytown 

A million thanks to Beth Hargraves and The HCH Team for their outstanding expertise, care, and support throughout our home-buying journey. Not only did Beth help us quickly find a beautiful new home, but she also proved masterful in helping us navigate through an unexpected and lengthy delay in closing. We were planning a cross-country move, and from the moment we flew out to meet Beth, she had our complete trust and confidence. She was prepared with a curated list of homes to view, took care to familiarize us with the neighborhoods, and as a resident herself, spoke with such sincerity and enthusiasm about why she loves the river towns; we didn’t search anywhere else.In less than a week, Beth presented several beautiful homes, helped us narrow down and prepare offers, and was on the phone as soon as we touched down back home to keep things moving. We had an accepted offer that night. From there, Beth was exceptional in keeping us informed of the new home build progress, making countless inquiries, and advocating tirelessly on our behalf. She helped problem-solve hurdles along the way and all the while with an extraordinary degree of grace, patience, pragmatism, and empathy. We highly recommend Beth to anyone looking for a truly wonderful person to help buy/sell a home. John and Andrea Y. | Buyer Client | Sleepy Hollow

Bernadette Haley and the HCH Team were our MVPs throughout our entire home-buying process in Westchester, in 2022. We began our search in the River Towns, and, when we realized what we wanted was further afield, Bernadette remained our diligent partner in the process. At each viewing, and there were many, she brought detailed information about the listing, comps in the area, and tax information. She remained extremely responsive throughout our extensive search and truly understands the competitive nature of the NYC suburban market. Within minutes she’d return our calls, and often within the hour would confirm our next viewing. Once we had an accepted offer, Bernadette was able to refer us to inspectors, mortgage brokers, real estate attorneys, etc., who were as professional as herself. She also happens to be an absolute delight to work with. This was not our first home purchase, and Bernadette has forever raised the bar in what we will expect from an agent. Tracy S and Ariel S | Buyer Client | Somers

We can highly recommend the HCH Team at Julia B Fee Sotheby's Realty in Irvington. The entire process of selling our home including market evaluation, preparing to list the property, and showing the house was handled with expertise and thoughtfulness. The sale and closing process was seamless. Every step of the way we were confident that we were receiving the utmost attention. We cannot recommend the team more highly and will use them again when buying or selling a home again in the future.  Julia D | Seller Client | Irvington

We are so thankful to Bernadette for her expertise and help in finding us the perfect home! As first time homebuyers who were living out of state, Bernadette made the process incredibly smooth for us. She was always easy to reach, answered all our questions, and walked us through the next steps. She has an amazing attention to detail and was a strong advocate for us throughout the process. We are so grateful to have had the opportunity to work with her and the HCH Team. Richard L & Esther M | Buyer Client | Scarsdale

Working with Beth and the whole HCH team was seamless from start to finish. As a first time home buyer, it was a learning process for me and Beth knew how to support me from her recommendations, to realistic advice, to just checking on me throughout the process. I would recommend the HCH team to anyone looking to buy or sell at any stage of life. Kim L. | Buyer Client | Irvington

Maria Carlino and the HCH Team are incredible to work with. Maria helped us buy our first home and then sell it when we were ready to move. We wouldn't have thought to work with anyone else when it was time to sell and she proved to be excellent in both capacities. She's experienced, supportive, responsive and just a wonderful person. We're grateful to have found the HCH Team. Gillian O | Seller Client | Hastings-on-Hudson

“I sold my apartment with the HCH team.  It was a complete pleasure to work with them.  They were professional, thorough, very knowledgeable and their teamwork was seamless.  I especially appreciated their willingness to extend themselves to help with the sale on every front and their immediate response to every query or issue that arose. I would recommend them without reservation.” George S. | Seller Client | Irvington

The HCH Team was a phenomenal group to work with throughout our home-buying journey. We decided to purchase a home during the most difficult time in recent history, with houses regularly receiving 20+ offers and most over asking. We were outbid many times, but Beth, Bernadette, and Maria stayed with us the entire time, all while offering solid advice for us along the way. They didn't push us to put an offer on a house that wasn't right for us and they even sent research to us to ensure we're making an educated decision. After months of looking at homes all over Westchester County, we ended up finding a home that worked well for our family, in a school district that was on our short list. And on the flip side, they connected us with a listing agent to sell our previous home that was just as easy to work with. We're now in a home that we love and we are getting to know the neighbors and the area more each day. I would recommend working with the HCH Team to any of my friends and colleagues, or to anyone reading this testimonial. Kevin B | Buyer Client | Briarcliff Manor

I had a wonderful experience working with Bernadette Haley and the HCH Team. She was incredibly knowledgeable, patient, and caring. Anytime I needed her, she made herself available and answered every text quickly. I’m a first-time homeowner and she guided me every step of the way. Ruthie K | Buyer Client | Tarrytown

"Bernadette Haley and the HCH Team helped our family find a beautiful home on a gorgeous street in Pelham during a very hot Sellers' market. We had a somewhat tricky situation, coming out of state and racing against a deadline. Bernadette always made herself available and quickly arranged showings (we saw no fewer than 14 houses). She was very well prepared, patient, and professional. She gave us all the necessary information promptly, whatever the request (market analysis, house information, etc). She was always calm and reassuring, but never overpromised, as she gave facts not wishes. Bernadette is the agent you want to have in your corner. Highly recommended!"Filip K Swirksi Filip K Swirksi

"My experience with Bernadette Haley and the HCH team has been wonderful. All were great to work with and did a fantastic job of networking for the sale of my condo. I’m very appreciative of their time and effort in helping me buy and sell this past year.. Bernadette’ thank you. You’ve been a pleasure to work with and very patient and understanding!! Thank you all for a job well done! Couldn’t be happier!!!!" Lisa M. | Seller Client | Tarrytown

"I cannot say enough about my experience with Beth Hargraves and The HCH Team! Their support, knowledge and guidance made my house-hunting journey as stress free as possible. I always felt that my best interest was their first priority. I would highly recommend Beth and the rest of The HCH Team!" Christopher O. | Cross River | Buyer\Seller

"Working with Bernadette and The HCH Team was nothing less than 5 stars plus!! We sold our coop in one weekend and they knew who the customer was for our coop and how to negotiate the final deal. Most notably, the follow-up was quick.....within minutes of our calls or texts. Her knowledge of dealing with the lawyers and the buyer was brilliant. In addition to selling our coop, Bernadette was our broker for buying a new apartment...this process also was handled adeptly and never any questions went unanswered. So from start to finish, we had a great experience with The HCH Team...Maria and Beth had a hand in our sale and searching for a new coop too. They're also just such a pleasure to work with. They are all on it!!!" Jeanne Lucido

The entire HCH team was a pleasure to work with. They are proactive, have good business sense and are committed from beginning to end. Would strongly recommend. Jim Biles

The Julia B Fee team was fantastic. Bernadette provided all of the guidance that we were looking for. Bernadette advised on all of the key elements that have made our new home perfect for our family including: - Location and proximity to school and train for commuting - Relative value and market intelligence - Price and negotiating tactics - Thoughts on closing and services needed to get the transaction finalized - Home quality and neighborhood attributes - Alternatives and relative considerations Overall it was a delightful experience and we would highly recommend Bernadette and the team. Jay Johnson

The HCH team and the Sotheby's Irvington office provided exceptional service, advice and teamwork. They worked together in a coordinated effort to achieve the listing, marketing, and sale of my house. I highly recommend the team and their local office to Buyers and Sellers who are in the market and want the help of a highly professional organization. Serge Kasarda

We want to thank Maria Carlino and the outstanding HCH Team at Julia B. Fee Sotheby’s. We bought and sold our home in Irvington through The HCH Team and could not have found better partners.  Not only were they all incredibly professional with an amazing attention to detail but they went above and beyond expectations. Maria and The Team guided and supported us at every step, which as first-time buyers and sellers enabled us to sail through the process without the typical issues. We highly recommend The HCH Team and Sotheby’s to anyone looking to buy or sell a home in the Rivertowns.  We really couldn’t have done it without them and appreciate the entire team immensely.  Thank you.    Kimberly & Andres

We were in the process of waiting for the sale of our NYC apartment to close when I first connected with Bernadette.  We spoke several times before meeting and she was diligent about asking questions about our family and what was most important to us when buying our future home.  We looked at several houses over a period of several months and she kept encouraging us to wait until we found the one that made us truly happy.  We are now moving into our dream home and it would not have been possible without Bernadette’s guidance and knowledge.  My husband and I were able to check every box when finally finding our home.  Bernadette was always available for us and has a way of placing you at ease even in the most stressful moments involving the closing process.  She is a true professional and was an absolute joy to work with.  You will be in greatest of hands with Bernadette Haley and The HCH Team. Josh & Danielle

Through the whole process we got so used to having regular contact with Bernadette and her team that once we finished, we wanted to start looking for a new property just to keep working with them. We were impressed by the team’s professionalism, tact and the way they walked us through the properties. They were always well-prepared, extremely diligent and patient, giving you the space to view the properties, drawing your attention to some important features, but not pressuring you or overselling the property. They provided just the right amount of everything! We will not hesitate to recommend Bernadette and her team to anyone who is starting to look for a property! Ana & Jose, Irvington

Even through a market downturn and one of the worst pandemics the World has ever seen. These ladies managed to keep their confidence and composure! They assured us that our home would sell, even when we became skeptical. Thank you Beth, Bernadette and Maria!!! Kevin & Christine Knowles, Irvington

Moving is always stressful, but with COVID19 upon us, it was by far the most stressful project we have ever undertaken in our lives.  We are so appreciative for the ever-constant "Team" at our side; acting as therapist, mind reader, hand holder, problem solver and always answering our telephone calls and texts within minutes.  This is SO important when everything seems to be falling apart. We could not have done it without you and your "Team", Bernadette. Stan & Joan Gelber, Irvington

At first I called you the 3 wives and the 3 musketeers , but really you're the 3 wise women. Its just shy of 3 weeks since my house was listed on the MLS.. Over ask., now in contract - absolutely incredible! Linda Leary

We loved how Beth, Maria and Bernadette really collaborated as a team. Whenever we needed to speak to someone, one of the team was always available and so pleasant to deal with. We particularly loved how the team walked through our house and gave is really great staging advice, which we took to heart. Once our house hit the market, we had multiple above asking offers. Beth worked with us to help us find a new home just as quickly and the whole process was smooth and fairly effortless on our part. These women are really professional, know their market and are a delight to work with. Joan & Greg Smith - Dobbs Ferry, NY

When you are ready to sell your house, we highly recommend you contact The HCH Team at Julia B. Fee Sotheby’s. Maria, Beth and Bernadette, who make up the team, are consummate professionals, a pleasure to work with, and sold our house in a relatively short time at a good price. While each sale is different, we feel several factors contributed to the success of the HCH team: 1. They worked as a team to reach out to more buyers and realtors than would be otherwise possible. 2. Their superior comparative market analysis helped us price our house so that it would sell. 3. They brought in a professional photographer who took beautiful pictures of our house. 4. They advertised the house in local papers and national websites and also printed a fantastic glossy brochure. 5. Finally, HCH consistently communicated and followed up with all parties involved in the sale to ensure that all issues were identified and addressed in an effective and timely fashion. We highly recommended -- Five Stars! Chris Lee

Working with the HCH Team in buying and selling our house has been an extraordinary experience. At every step of this process, the HCH Team was available to provide sound professional advice. Our real estate journey extended over a period of nine months, and despite the many peaks and troughs that we experienced, the HCH Team in the person of Bernadette Haley remained persistent, supportive and objective. There was never any doubt that she was our advocate throughout resisting the impulse often found in the real estate industry to push the deal at all costs. We are pleased to have the opportunity to recommend the HCH Team. - Pleasantville, NY Daria Zetlen

Working with the HCH Team in buying and selling our house has been an extraordinary experience. At every step of this process, the HCH Team was available to provide sound professional advice. Our real estate journey extended over a period of nine months, and despite the many peaks and troughs that we experienced, the HCH Team in the person of Bernadette Haley remained persistent, supportive and objective. There was never any doubt that she was our advocate throughout resisting the impulse often found in the real estate industry to push the deal at all costs. We are pleased to have the opportunity to recommend the HCH Team. - Pleasantville, NY Nancy Stedman

“Bernadette and The HCH Team were experts at getting our house prepped for sale, from color palette to high-impact/low cost upgrades, and particularly with respect to pricing and feel for the market. I highly recommend them for your real estate needs. Great team.” Stephen Feinberg

“I would like to thank the entire HCH Team for your great work in selling 101 Half Moon Bay Drive, Croton-on-Hudson. Right from the beginning you made things go the right way. Your research was carefully analyzed and pricing recommendations were sound. You kept me up-to-date on what was happening through the entire sales process. Most importantly, you brought the negotiations to an excellent conclusion. Your efforts were greatly appreciated. I would highly recommend the services of The HCH Team.” Richard Roberts

“The HCH Team are consummate pros. They offered professional advice and guided us through the home selling process. We listened and it proved to be worthy advice. We can't thank them enough for selling our house in a matter of “hours”! We highly recommend The HCH Team for your real estate needs.” Anthony Saraniti

“What a treat it was working with the HCH team. You made the sales process so easy and we thank you so, so much. Glad it's over. I am a worrier so I was always thinking something would happen and the deal would fall through. But here we are at the closing table and it's all due to your marketing efforts and always being available to insure all was handled. THANK YOU!!” Bob Phillipson

Our neighbors had used The HCH Team and sold their home in a short time at an excellent price. We had not heard of them and decided to interview the group. We were immediately impressed. What sold us was the team approach and the group's different specialties. That turned out to be more than true. If someone was sick, everything took place seamlessly. They were also very flexible and willing to entertain different approaches for our particular situation, including getting an article in the local press. We are delighted with the sale of our home (Croton on Hudson, NY) and know that The HCH Team at Julia B. Fee Sotheby’s made it happen. We are particularly grateful to Maria who guided us throughout. Joanne V. Landau

The HCH Team sold my home in Tarrytown in less than a week, all cash over the asking price, and then secured a new home for me just as quickly. These women work with other professionals to get your home looking its best, photographed beautifully and include a floor plan so there’s no guess work for buyers. Once accomplished, your listing then gets the greatest exposure. What more can I say but thank you, Beth, Maria and Bernadette! Judy Brazong

The HCH Team truly went above and beyond all expectation to find us a house. They listened to all our demands and patiently walked us though house after house until we found one with a perfect view of the river. Thank you for your sense of humor, your caring, your good advice and the ease and efficiency with which you get business done. It's been such a pleasure to work with each of you on The HCH Team! We truly do appreciate all the hard work you put into finding us a new place to live. It's a bit like going on a blind adventure since you never know what you are going to find - and even then, you might need your trusty broker to tell you what you just found!! It has been a pleasure to work with The HCH Team. One of the team was always available to us which we greatly appreciated and each of you never skipped a beat. We hope to see you all again now that we live in the Rivertowns. Susanne Jones

We are so happy with the outcome of the process of our home sale and know that it could not have been achieved without the amazing support of the HCH team at Julia B. Fee Sotheby’s. We are particularly grateful to Maria who guided us round trip: helping us to buy our home, keeping in touch over 9 years, and ultimately finding a buyer when we were ready to sell. Maria is multi-talented, having played such diverse roles as agent, friend, and therapist! We could not be more grateful and know that anyone looking to sell their home in the Rivertowns is in great hands with the Sotheby’s HCH Team as a partner! Adam Biren

When I decided to sell my house, I planned to talk to realtors from three different real estate offices. I interviewed one woman but after I met the HCH Team from Sotheby's I knew I wasn't going to get in touch with anyone else. The three individuals that make up the HCH Team are people you can relate to: They are warm and friendly, open and knowledgeable about the process of selling, and confident and experienced without being pushy or deaf to the client's concerns. The buyers were using Sotheby's too; yet, the HCH team was totally devoted to my interests as a seller and the buyers were also very happy. A win-win for all! I highly recommend the HCH Team for your real estate needs. Ruth Gastel

Why I'm glad I chose the HCH Team at Julia B. Fee Sotheby’s Int’l Realty to help me sell my home of 25 years in Hastings: 1.Because of their experience. When they came to my house for an initial meeting, they brought information to leave including their impressive credentials, but I could already tell just from our conversation that these professionals really know their stuff. They know the Rivertowns; they know the market trends; they know buyers' shopping habits; they know local pros to recommend for repairs, cleaning, staging, etc.; and they know strategy, as in how to interpret the comparables in order to help a seller decide on a listing-price. 2. Because of their connectedness. Hi, team, is how I started my emails to Beth, Maria and Bernadette. Without fail, one of them would reply almost instantly, and if I had a phone call with one, the others would magically be brought up to speed. 3. Because of their company's reach and reputation. Last time I bought a house, there wasn't much of an Internet. So I learned that it's ALL about the Internet. Sotheby's has a huge presence in all the right places online. I didn't want to ignore any potential buyers. We were on the same page recognizing that my buyers could be in NYC, Brooklyn or...Paris or Singapore. 4. Because of their high standards. A friend in my neighborhood had successfully sold her home recently with their help. She recommended them not only for their stellar personalities, but also for their collateral materials--the photography, etc. I couldn't agree more. When the pressure was on to get the house picture-perfect for the photographer just days before the open-house, I might have been frantic, but Beth, Maria and Bernadette were cool, calm and collected as they made things happen on schedule. 5. Because they delivered. I had four offers after the first week, and sold well above asking-price. They handled with a grace that comes with expertise the inevitably tense time of negotiating when there's more than one offer on the table. I was confident in following their advice throughout. And I'm so glad they didn't over-promise, but instead, over-delivered. Janet Carlson

Working with the HCH Team was seamless; one of the three agents was always available to either show the house at a moments notice, or counsel when we needed advice, not to mention their savvy to put the real estate transaction together! We highly recommend the HCH Team whether buying or selling! Dr. Stephen