Brian Henson

“Patience, persistence and perspiration make an unbeatable combination for success.” - Napoleon Hill

Brian Henson and Napoleon Hill would have gotten along well. Why? Because Brian epitomizes Hill’s combination for success. Brian is one of the most persistent individuals you will ever encounter (want proof? Just see the testimonials below); he thrives on working hard to achieve the best possible end result; and he has the patience necessary for paying close attention to detail and making sure the expectations of his clients are not only met, but surpassed.

Selling and purchasing New York real estate is an exciting, yet often intimidating, experience. You need someone in your corner who knows the market, understands your needs and has truly made success a habit.

Brian:

• Has been a high-achieving sales professional for over twelve years

• Has a passion for both people and real estate – and loves bringing the two together

• Will patiently guide you through the selling/purchasing process with honesty and genuine care

• Is a master marketer, who enjoys custom-designing marketing plans for diverse spaces

• Thinks outside the box to get the job done and ensure a stress-free experience

• Will treat you with respect and courtesy (which is saying a lot these days)

As Brian himself puts it: “I consider it an honor to help people buy and sell real estate… to come alongside them as a consultant and add value to their experience every step of the way. I truly love what I do.”

On a personal note, Brian graduated from the University of North Carolina with a degree in Marketing and Psychology. The competitive nature he brings to real estate serves him well on the golf course and tennis court. He lives on and loves the Upper West Side, spends much of his free time in Central Park with his wife, baby daughter and Yorkie-Poo, and (something of a foodie) is always on the lookout for new additions to the restaurant scene. He also wishes that Starbucks would serve Pumpkin Spice lattes year-round… and is thinking about putting together a plan to sell them on the idea.

Here are what some of Brian’s clients have to say about him:

“Brian is a gentleman and a true professional. He helped us sell our place and find a new one, breaking down what can be a very intimating process into manageable steps. In particular, when it came to the costs, we were clear on what to expect for both the sale and the purchase before even embarking on this adventure. In the end, we had multiple offers on our place within the first two days and now live in a new place we love. We would highly recommend him to anyone.” -Tom & Erin B.

“We had a great experience working with Brian and consider ourselves lucky to have had him as our agent. He found us a qualified buyer at a great price in a very short period of time, all while helping us purchase a home we love.” –Omri & Natalie A.

“In our search for a broker to help us sell our apartment, Brian stood out from the crowd. He was 100% hands-on throughout the process and was available whenever we had any questions or concerns. We would highly recommend Brian's services. He is a true professional!” -Mike & Katie B.

“Working with Brian was great. Within five days of deciding to sell, we had our first open house. From that showing, we received numerous offers above our asking price and had a fully-executed contract in place two weeks later. Brian knew exactly where to price our apartment to stimulate demand and ultimately exceed our sales price goal.” –Conner & Kate M.

“A superb, astute, and personable broker – we highly recommend Brian.” -Moira M. & Ralf G.

“After our first meeting with Brian we knew we were in very capable hands. Brian knew exactly how to market our apartment. We had a buyer in record time and sold at a record price for our building. His recommendations and advice proved invaluable. Brian made the whole process from contract to closing a pleasant one. We would not hesitate to call on him in the future.” -Dr. Gonzalo & Linda L.

“My wife and I used Brian to purchase our first home in Manhattan. He was outstanding! He has an exceptional knowledge of the market, is very patient, and is a savvy negotiator. I highly recommend Brian to anyone looking to purchase.” –Mark & Karen B.

“Brian’s knowledge of the market and his open, honest style made my purchase go as quickly and smoothly as possible. I was highly impressed by how available and responsive Brian was throughout the process; he never stops working for his clients.” –Stephanie D.

“Brian did spectacular work in managing the sale of our apartment in less than two weeks’ time! He was able to secure 11 bids over the asking price in a 10-day period. More impressive was the way in which he communicated with all the stakeholders and organized the buyer activities. He did everything from securing the bid, working with all the attorneys, and liaising with the board. Brian's marketing skills, communication approach, service ethic, and overall professionalism are more than notable.” –Edward R. & Tere W.

“Brian exceeded all of our expectations for our first home purchase. When we were nervous, Brian stayed calm. When we had questions, Brian found answers. When we ran into issues, Brian advised us on options. He went above and beyond the call of duty exercising tremendous patience and expertise to help us find the right home and ensure our transaction closed smoothly. We highly recommend him to anyone considering buying a home in the NYC market.” -Dan & Ashley S.

"Brian has distinct skills that were beneficial in the sale of our apartment. His analysis of market data derived a sound price; his adaptability to personality types secured more bids; and his pragmatism in negotiations produced a deal. We will work with him again in the future and have already recommended him to a valued colleague." -Ash Z.

“Brian gets results and is a pleasure to work with. He sold our apartment in three weeks; we’d tried listing it previously without results. He also got us our dream apartment. Brian goes above & beyond, and will be with you through the entire process. I can’t ever imagine working with anyone else in NYC.” –Jordan & Stephanie S.

"Brian is a great communicator, straight up the line, proactive, knowledgeable and focuses on your needs. He gets the job done. In short, he is a terrific broker." –Charlie W.

“Brian came highly recommended by a trusted friend. Thanks to his hard work, we found and purchased our dream home with relative ease. He proved to be invaluable during each step of the process. Even after closing, he provided lots of helpful information regarding moving and contractors. Brian is a consummate professional and is definitely one of the best real estate agents in the city.” – Dr. Kan & Jing H.

“Impeccable service. We recommend him highly.” –Matthew & Gemma C.

“Brian tailored the sale of our apartment and purchase of our new apartment to meet our needs from beginning to end. We are extremely happy with both outcomes. He worked diligently to make certain that all aspects of both transactions went as smoothly as possible. Brian's informed, polite and helpful demeanor made the entire process less stressful. It is easy to see why Brian is so successful.” –Dave S.

"Working with Brian was great. He consistently stayed in touch, worked weekends and most importantly got results. We got a great price and closed much faster than I thought possible." -Dr. Erik M.

"Brian is not only very professional, pleasant to work with and kind, he also takes the extra time to help the process move as smoothly as possible." -Michael & Debra W.

“Brian is a true professional, and went beyond what I expected at every step of the process. From beginning to end, even after I moved in, Brian was extremely knowledgeable, patient, and helpful. You cannot be in better hands, and I would recommend him to anyone!" -Christine W.

"Brian is one of the best real estate agents I have ever worked with. He is thorough, knowledgeable and patient. He is always thinking from his client’s perspective. He truly is a professional you can trust." –Ying Z.

"I could not have asked for a more ‘hands-on’ broker. Brian was fully committed to my every need for the sale to insure the most flawless deal possible. Brian and Elliman will have my next real estate deal for sure.” –John-Paul L.

“I worked with Brian on the purchase of my apartment. Even though I was on a tight budget, I had a lot of requirements and wasn’t willing to compromise on much. Brian searched high and low to find an apartment I love and was a fierce advocate when negotiating the terms of the sale with the owner. I am really pleased with the outcome. Brian truly saves his clients money and headaches.” –Dr. Anna P.

“Brian exceeded all of my expectations in selling my apartment & finding me a new one. He worked very hard & I couldn’t be happier. I would recommend him to anyone who desires a passionate and caring broker.” –Veronique P.

“After meeting Brian at an Open House, we knew he would make the perfect realtor for our needs. From the initial consultation to the closing, Brian maintained a level of professionalism that’s unusual in today’s real estate market. He actually makes the process enjoyable.” –Michael H.

“With conscientious caring and dedicated service, Brian makes you feel like you are his one and only client and makes sure you find the home of your dreams.” –Dhara P.

“Brian made the process of selling as easy and streamlined as possible. His professionalism, attention to detail and sensitivity helped make what could have been a very arduous and emotional process a much more pleasant and palatable one.” -Marisa G.

“When I decided to buy a pied-a-terre in New York, I started the search on my own. After a number of fruitless efforts I was put in touch with Brian. He was a delight- very professional and knew the market well. Thanks to Brian, it did not take long until I found the perfect apartment.” –Laura F.

"Brian was amazingly patient with my search for an apartment. No request was too big for him. He truly believes in the buyer's right to make the final decision. His professional & pleasant demeanor made the often distressing process of finding the perfect home more bearable. It was a pleasure to have him on my side." –Barnny L.

“Brian is one of the most persistent, dogged and determined real estate professionals I have ever met. He’s the kind of man you want. He obviously loves what he does and he has that special thing that you have to be born with: He wants to make people happy.” - Garrett B. (Developer)

“Brian made the process of viewing apartments enjoyable and entertaining. He had a relaxed yet engaged attitude, and readily took cues as to what we were looking for. Once we were in contract, Brian took a lot of the anxiety out of the high-stress measures of preparing the Board package. He explained processes and timelines, and readily followed up with the seller’s broker and co-op management. Even after we closed, Brian remained in contact with us to recommend workers to help us spruce up our new place. Coming from out of town, we were able to use our time efficiently, which we really appreciated.” –Anne & Phil B.

“Brian was resourceful and informed on the NYC real estate market. He is the main reason buying a home was such an easy process. I love my West Village apartment and the thanks goes to him!” –Emmeline K.

“Initially, I was hesitant to work with a realtor thinking that I might feel pressured into buying a property that I didn’t really love. However, Brian put my fears to rest immediately. He is a dedicated, highly motivated, full-service professional who really listens to what his customers are looking for. His patience and understanding are of biblical proportions (and no I’m not exaggerating!) Brian walked this very nervous buyer through every step of the purchase process and I am very grateful to have found him. I love my new home!” –Judy S.

"I worked with Brian through a stringent closing process, as a first time buyer. During this time he was calm, controlled and never pushed me to make any decision I was uncomfortable with. He executed the final steps to closing with great ease, responsiveness and efficiency. I have happily recommended Brian to friends and family." -S. Siva

“Brian went above and beyond what is expected of a real estate agent. He explored every option in order to make sure I was happy and comfortable, and ultimately got what I wanted." -Justin K.