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I can answer questions about Residential Real Estate in Upstate NY's Capital District area, from Albany to Lake George. I specialize in Saratoga Springs and the surrounding towns. I am a Buyers and Sellers Agent. Check out my website at www.lauriestephenson.com

Experience in the area

Residential Buyers and Sellers Agent

Organizations

Greater Capital Association of Realtors, (GCAR) New York State Association of Realtors,(NYSAR) National Association of Realtors, (NAR)

Education/Credentials

Associate Broker

Awards and Honors

Million Dollar Club

Past/Present Clients

My goal is to make the process of buying, selling, or owning a home efficient, enjoyable and rewarding for you. See what my clients have said about my real estate services... *Comments: Laurie was enthusiastic and supportive through the whole process. I would highly recommend her! JAC - Stillwater *Comments: My wife and I recently purchased our home with Laurie Stephenson. This purchase was difficult because we were buying a home from 3000 miles away. Laurie worked with us for several months prior to the purchase. Then, when my wife and I arrived to look at homes, she helped us get right down to business. Laurie's knowledge and expertise pertaining to the Saratoga community allowed my wife and I to find a house that was honestly, the exact home we were looking for. Laurie took our situation, our hopes and dreams, and helped us put them into perspective and find the home that was just right for our family. Laurie's dedication to our family was invaluable throughout the entire process and continues on past the closing of our home. My family and I appreciate everything that Laurie has done for us. We got the luck of the draw with Laurie, and couldn't have asked for a better real estate agent and friend. Sincerely, Randal& Shanna Thorpe *Comments: One of the most refreshing qualities about Laurie is she goes to great lengths before even showing a house to make sure her clients are qualified and she understands exactly what there looking for. Her unique ability to understand people and listen is why she's so successful. She puts her client's best interest first and assures they can buy and afford the house for years to come. As a Mortgage Broker responsible to the banks and the clients we have a perfect record and many happy homeowners. Thank you Laurie!!! Jim Teele

What do you like about this subject?

I love helping people get to where they want to go...my motto is Let me make the best match for you! My strength is customer service!

What do you still hope to achieve/learn in this field?

In Real Estate you NEVER stop learning!

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Deb09/24/0910101010Thank you for your prompt answer to .....
Naimah04/08/091010Laurie - again thank you very much .....
pete01/24/0910101010Thank you very much Laurie for your .....
Sheryl01/16/091010This is the same exact sale *repeated* .....
Rob09/19/0810101010Thanks so much for the fast response!

Recent Answers from Laurie Stephenson

2009-11-08 realtor lost my dream house:

Hi Catherine, Wow! I am so sorry that happened to you. As I am a professional Realtor, I follow a code of ethics. It is upsetting to hear of people who feel they have been treated badly. I am not an Attorney

2009-10-26 putting a house in contract:

Hello Judina, Whew, not really a quick question! Let's take it point by point. First I need to say that I am not an Attorney nor do I play one on TV! (LOL) 1. Any time you make an offer on a house

2009-09-08 realtor's contract:

Hi Deb, It all depends on your Mom's original contract with her Realtor. If~ when she signed her contract she had "exclusions or exceptions", she may not have to. She would have had to name the exclusions

2009-06-29 Rent to Own a home from my parents:

Hi Angela, A Rent to own contract is possible, but not used very much in my area. I'll explain why. Most people wouldn't mind getting enough to pay what they owe monthly on the property, but most need

2009-06-17 Tenant Rights:

Hi Jennifer, You stated that you are on a month to month agreement, and have been in this house for 9 years. You also stated a concern that the landlord is not giving you enough notice to show your apt

 

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