Maria Luisa has more than 10 years experience in the New York real estate market and is loving every NY minute of it. She has experience working independently and with a team, as she formerly co- managed a real estate company with more than 300 agents. Hard work, professionalism, and respect come naturally for Maria. Over the years, she has successfully sold properties worth over millions of dollars and at the same time closed over a hundred rental deals in Manhattan, Queens, Brooklyn and the Bronx. She is known for rising above every challenge. Maria believes that being a successful real estate professional means ensuring top customer service and building lasting relationships. Originally from Manila, she grew up watching her mother invest in real estate and succeed in various businesses. As a child, she visited various properties and was exposed to the world of sales at an early age. Maria went on to earn her Bachelor’s degree in Development Studies at the University of the Philippines, a state university where she was a consistent honor student. After graduation, she worked at a bank where she managed the investment accounts of high net worth clients. Licensed and knowledgeable in both real estate rentals and sales in New York, California, and the Philippines, Maria succeeds by responding to her clients' various needs in a timely and professional manner. Her honesty and ability to apply creative solutions gets deals done. Maria is focused on condominium, coop and townhouse sales in all Manhattan and Queens neighborhoods, but is also knowledgeable about short and long term rentals. In the Philippines, she is focused on condominium and luxury home sales in Makati City. She is an expert in dealing with international sellers and buyers. Maria has lived in New York for over fifteen years. She completed two certificate programs at New York University and also managed a healthcare company before going into real estate. She currently resides in the Financial District, downtown Manhattan. For Maria, living in New York is an exciting adventure. She loves meeting new people and learning about various cultures. She spends her free time exploring the city, visiting museums, and appreciating art. She also dedicates time to do volunteer work and fundraising to actively support various housing, scholarship and senior charity programs in New York and the Philippines.