Nancy Nguyen is a manager in the commercial leasing division of Tungsten Properties and has been instrumental in its inception and development. Born in Vietnam, raised in Northern California.s San Francisco Bay Area, and a New Yorker for six years, Nancy is a refreshing balance between pleasant west coaster and driven, efficient east coaster. Her formal education was at UCSD in La Jolla where she received a B.A. in Behavioral Psychology. While still in school, she shifted her focus to sales/marketing. Thereafter, she went on to specialize in B to B, and B to C E-Commerce. Her transition to real estate was natural and has become a labor of love. My goal is to meet all my clients. needs, and ultimately, to exceed their expectations, no matter what the circumstances.' Nancy attributes her success to her ability to listen and be resourceful. Her philosophy is simple: offer an uncompromised level of professionalism in the most friendly manner. I find that people in New York spend so much time in high pressure environments, under the gun and constantly pressured, that when they finally come across someone who is willing to take the time and actually ask the questions that it takes to discern their true needs and desires and then take them by the hand and patiently, intelligently guides them, they really appreciate it. Nancy specializes in commercial lofts and high-end residential leasing, in addition to sales.  

Tom Bencivengo was born and raised in northern Connecticut and is a New Englander at heart (although he won’t admit it). Tom studied at the Oberlin Conservatory of Music in Ohio where he received a BA in Jazz Studies in the year 2000. After graduating he moved straight to NYC to begin his career as a musician and found his home in Park Slope, Brooklyn where he currently resides. The music world was (and still is) good to Tom and has taken him to many places and down many paths. As a performer he has played with some of New York’s greats and performed around the world. In addition to performing Tom has immersed himself in many other facets of the music world helping him hone his skills as a businessman and entrepreneur. He has worked on score editing projects for Broadway, lectured at NYU’s Tisch School of the Arts and Vassar College, and managed his own booking agency to name a few. “My interests in Real Estate all started with a trip to Costa Rica with my father to look for some investment opportunities there. Also, seeing Brooklyn at the height of its revival has left me hungry to learn and make my own contribution.” Some of his current personal projects include a land deal on the island of Vieques in Puerto Rico and a restaurant project in Brooklyn. He is also enrolled in his third semester at NYU’s Real Estate Institute. Tom believes a great apartment or business is only made better by a great neighborhood and he has a strong knack for seeing the hidden potential in places that others might overlook, especially in Brooklyn. Overall his experiences have made him a well-rounded, professional individual with a warm personality and a real talent for working with people.  

Matt is a native New Yorker who can assist you with all of your real estate needs, in all neighborhoods of the city. Having been born in Brooklyn and later moving to Queens he also deals with those parts of the city. He is a versatile agent who brokers commercial, as well as residential properties. Matt graduated New York University with a degree in Economic Theory, and later went on to various positions in the financial services industry such as loan origination, foreign exchange trading & Equity Research; so when it comes to analyzing potential investments (or a potential new home) he can definitely add value. Matt takes pride in his intimate knowledge of buildings and neighborhoods from his several years in Real Estate to be able to be efficient in brokering deals, and adding real value to clients. If looking to buy/sell or rent/lease commercial or residential properties in New York City, Matt will be able to handle your needs.  

Born and raised in Manhattan, Morgan is the son of an acclaimed West African (Ghanaian) author. A 100% New Yorker, Morgan received a solid education from Mt. St. Michael Academy in the Bronx and the College of Mt. St. Vincent in Riverdale, NY. His professional experience began with corporate INROADS internship and with his business background was brought on of a position at Columbia University Research Foundation. Since his experience managing financial affairs at C.U., he has pursued other discipline including a career in Real Estate Financing-closing residential and commercial deals. Morgan has also work both on stage and behind the scene on many theater production. Currently, in addition to his commercial real estate activity he produces events and coordinate location shoot for film and private clientele. His love of life and the arts led him to live in Italy where he worked and performed in the arts and dance communities. Meanwhile he developed real estate and trade opportunities between Italy, Ghana, and the USA. Now, Morgan spends most of his time developing more business through PRINCIPLED TRANSPARENCY. Fluent in Spanish and Italian.  

 

 

I have worked for Alice F. Mason, Ltd. for about five years. I pride myself on adhering to customer's needs, attention to detail, sound judgment and excellent negoitating skills. Working with integrity is of the utmost importance to me. I realize that real estate is a major commitment for everyone--both financially and emotionally. I, therefore, provide all customers with listings tailored to their specific needs and allow them the time to evaluate what is best for them. Whether a buyer or seller, the utmost attention and care is offered. Sold - 5 story Tribeca building on Reade Street for $10.15 Million Rented - Jr 4 on E 29 Street for $2850.00 Rented - 2 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom Apt in Battery Park City for $3250.00  

 

Omar Amiri is commercial broker at Tungsten Properties specializing in office leasing. He has found office space and closed deals for a variety of organizations including fashion companies, consulting firms, marketing agencies, and even a school for gifted children. Omar firmly believes in being honest with his clients and providing them with prompt and excellent service. He works hard to guide and his clients through the often stressful process of closing a commercial real estate transaction in NYC. Omar grew up in Northern California's Bay Area and has lived in the New York area for the past 6 years. He holds an MBA and an MS in Business Finance from the University of Maryland.  

Having been born and raised in New York, Donnie is no stranger to the ideals that one possesses when trying to establish him or herself in Manhattan. His ability to connect with people from all walks of life is a great attribute that he brings with him into the world of real estate. Originally from Suffolk County, Long Island, Donnie left New York to study advertising and business at West Virginia University. He decided to use the marketing skills he studied at college and the communication skills he attained from growing up a native New Yorker and apply them towards being one of the most efficient and knowledgeable real estate agents in New York City. To be able to have a job that involves interacting, forming relationships and working with people is one of Donnie�s top priorities. Real estate provides an excellent opportunity for this, which is why it has become a career worth pursuing for Donnie. His enthusiasm to share his unique knowledge of New York City to others is a benefit to his clients on both a personal and professional level.  

Gilberto R. Arribas returned to the New York City area in 2007 after two years in Costa Rica working as a consultant for a mixed-use hotel development. His consulting responsibilities included branding, positioning and introducing the development to major international hotel companies. He also served as director of sales and marketing for several developments in Costa Rica. Upon returning to the States he was hired as a sales executive for 77 Hudson, a new luxury development in Jersey City over looking the Manhattan skyline. Currently he is a licensed sales associate in New York and New Jersey. Gilberto began his career in Manhattan real estate 12 years ago and has since developed a strong understanding of all areas of the real estate market. He has assisted buyers, sellers and investors with the intricate details of their diverse investments. His prior experience in the hospitality industry was as a sommelier. He holds a bachelor's degree in fine arts from the California Institute of Arts, in Valencia.  

Lisa Bornstein has been a licensed real estate agent for over 15 years. She began her career at Century 21 Calabrese in Cliffside Park NJ. She joined Bond New York in 2007 to work with Commercial and Residential clients. Her association with the Bond International Group to and Wealth Management Group vastly expanded and solidified her position in the ever changing commercial real estate world. She has recently been recruited by Tungsten properties to provide expertise for the formation of Tungsten�s Land Acquisition and Development Division as well as work with her numerous investment and commercial clientele. Her innovative marketing techniques and unique perspective have earned her the respect of industry leaders. One of her first commercial deals was the sale of St Francis Seminary, a 188 acre property that had previously been on the market for over 10 years. She marketed the property and sold it within a month to a Buddhist Group for their global headquarters. Over the years Lisa has been involved with numerous transactions which require thinking outside of the box. She is revered for her ability to deal with challenging situations and her creative strategy. Lisa assembled four adjacent land parcels, now Church Hill Estates, on the NJ �Gold Coast�. The site went unnoticed by the large, local developers vying for property in the area because the property was a sheer cliff. She had a vision of a unique development built into the mountain overlooking the Hudson River and NYC and made it a reality. As sole principal, she negotiated options with approval contingencies. With no development experience she had plans drawn for a 2 phase residential development project. She was integral in changing the township masterplan which rezoned the project and it was ultimately approved. Although the project took four years, and involved numerous trials and tribulations, Lisa prevailed. She marketed and flipped the project for to a developer before the housing market crashed. Lisa has purchased and sold several investment properties over the years. She also has extensive experience with 1031 tax deferred exchanges. Her personal experience has allowed her the ability to analyze a property from a principal�s perspective. She is viewed as a colleague rather than a sales agent which puts her clients at ease. This has led to the cultivation of many long standing relationships. Lisa holds a BA in psychology from George Washington University. She is licensed in NY and NJ.  

If Phillia Kim Downs doesn�t immediately endear you with her bright personality, she will instantly impress you with her caring nature and knowledge of New York. Always aiming to please and ready to help, Phillia genuinely enjoys being the shining light in each client�s real estate experience, especially in an intricate market like Manhattan which can often be quite daunting.

Sensitive, compassionate and nurturing in her approach, Phillia works closely with each client to decipher their needs, and quickly achieve their goals. She wastes no time finding the most suitable properties for your lifestyle and wish list, all at the value and quality you expect. Your smooth real estate transaction is complemented by Phillia�s pleasant, soothing nature that makes securing your dream home enjoyable as rewarding.

Phillia, who grew up in Philadelphia, Maryland and Woodstock, NY, graduated from the University of Maryland at College Park with a degree in Cell Molecular Biology and Genetics. Though she wanted to go to medical school, her inner artist was unleashed and inspired her to start her own clothing line � pHbyphillia.com � which she continues to sell in boutiques Downtown. A resident of Williamsburg where she and her husband own their home, Phillia also lived in the East Village, the market territory in which she specializes. Though her knowledge of and love for all parts of Manhattan draw her to serve customers in every unique neighborhood.

Outside of her work, Phillia is a singer/songwriter and can also be found teaching classes at FIT to aspiring creatives and consulting blossoming professionals on how to develop their own clothing line. Passionate about holistic wellness, health and healing, and the mind-body-spirit connection, she is also pursuing further training to become an energy healer. Phillia is also actively involved in supporting various charities in conjunction with her clothing line, including Girls for Gender Equity, Project ALS, St. Jude Foundation, LiNK and Charity Water.  

 

Kirk is a native New Yorker , born in the borough of Brooklyn . As a youth he was temporarily relocated to British Guyana for 10 years which is a small republic on the north eastern coast of the continent. While in Guyana He developed into a curious and driven individual an attribute that would later serve him well in the real estate business . His professional experience began with the management of family owned residential rental properties in New Jersey and vacation homes in Jamaica,west indies and Guyana.
As Kirk's knowledge and confidence grew he branched out and into commercial/residential real estate development sales . In the past Kirk has been involved with the marketing and sales of private Islands in the Bahamas along with the Damianos' family of Nassau . In the outer boroughs of NYC he has developed an extensive network of small rental property owners for whom he services. Kirk enjoys meeting new people and working diligently in the pursuit his clients interests. In resent years Mr. Rogers has been focused on developing a stronger outer borough residential rental business due in part to the real estate down turn. Kirk is a Alumni of Phoenix University where he studied business administration . Overall his experience , knowledge and jovial manor has won him many a friend as well as secured and closed deals on behalf of satisfied clients.