YORKTOWN, N.Y. - April 23, 2018 - s4story -- Five Star Professional is pleased to announce James Garofalo, Keller Williams Hudson Valley United Realty, has been chosen as one of Westchester's Rising Star Real Estate Agents for 2017.

Five Star Professional partnered with Westchester Magazine to recognize a select group of Westchester-area real estate professionals who, in only a short period of time as agents, have performed at a high level with strong client satisfaction. James Garofalo is featured, along with other award winners, in a special section of the October issue.

"I am a highly qualified real estate professional driven to be the best agent at representing property sellers and buyers alike. I'm expressly successful in my negotiations relating to both residential and commercial transactions. Locally employed in the real estate profession for 30 years, I know a lot about our local markets and the people live in them. I have far more than average experience in property ownership and regularly share my varied experiences in finance, renovation, management and maintenance as a general consultant to my clientele, helping them to better evaluate their choices and make the best decisions. With over 30 years in the real estate industry, I have a lot of knowledge and keen insight. Seek me out today to fully understand why I'm 'The Right Choice' for all of your real estate needs!," said James Garofalo of United Real Estate LLC.

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As part of the Rising Star Real Estate Agent award program, agents are measured using an objective, in-depth research methodology with significant focus on customer feedback, sales volume and overall satisfaction.

"Rising Star Real Estate Agent award winners are agents to watch. Based on their impressive sales volume, transactions and client service they show tremendous potential to excel in the profession for years to come," says Jonathan Wesser, Research Director, Five Star Professional.

Check out James Garofalo on the Five Star Professional website here!

"As a life-long local real estate professional and a fourth generation northern–Westchester resident, I have immense knowledge of the local area and surrounding towns. I have bought and successfully renovated, subdivided and/or managed and sold over 50 units/properties locally, affording me ineffable Real Estate experience," said James Garofalo. "I have owned and managed a real estate finance company for more than 20 years, adding exponential value to my comprehensive Realty expertise. In addition to my experience in practicing the profession, I am also a certified instructor with the NY Department of State."

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About the research process:

Now entering its 15th year, Five Star Professional conducts in-depth, market-specific research in more than 45 markets across North America to identify premium service professionals.

Five Star Professional contacts recent homebuyers and seasoned real estate professionals to identify Rising Star award candidates who are strong performers, provide superior customer service and embody professional excellence. Candidates are also evaluated on objective criteria such as experience, production levels and disciplinary and complaint history.

Real estate agents do not pay a fee to be considered or awarded. For more information, visit www.fivestarprofessional.com.