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Empire Home Realty, Inc.
Capital District Division
71 Railroad Place
Saratoga Springs, NY 12866
(518) 580-4000

Empire Home Realty, Inc.
Northern Division
16 Main Street
Queensbury, NY 12804

Empire Home Realty, Inc.
Central Division
132 Albany Street
Cazenovia, NY


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Eric Eckardt
Eric EckardtPrincipal Broker

Eric Eckardt's career stretches over eight years on Wall Street working on over 100 bank-financing transactions for large fortune 500 and middle market companies, including senior bank financing for mergers & acquisitions, leveraged buyouts, land acquisitions, commercial office building purchases, and general working capital needs. Eric is the Founder of Empire Home Realty, Inc. and is involved in the day-to-day management, including reviewing new business opportunities, working with agents in enhancing our customer base, and strategically positioning the Company for future growth.

Eric graduated from Pace University with a BBA in Finance and also received formal credit training at Chase Securities Inc., receiving a certificate as a credit trained financial analyst. Furthermore, Eric studied abroad in Amsterdam, The Netherlands at ABN AMRO Corporate Training Facility successfully completing an advanced corporate structuring class. Eric is a New York Licensed Real Estate Broker and is a member of the Greater Capital Association of REALTORS, Greater Syracuse Assocation of Realtors, Long Island Board of REALTORS, Warren County Association of Realtors, National Association of Realtors, New York State Association of Realtors, New York State Association of Mortgage Brokers, and the Saratoga Springs Chamber of Commerce. Eric is also a Graduate of Leadership Saratoga.

Eric’s broad experience in the real estate and corporate finance industry, coupled with our philosophy of offering personal, hands-on assistance to each and every client, will drive the future success of Empire Home Realty.

Email Address: eric@empirehomerealty.com; You may also contact Eric directly at 917.686.3591

Dan Britten
Dan BrittenAssociate Broker

Dan Britten, a native of Saratoga Springs, has been with Empire Home Realty since its inception. Dan has made a significant contribution towards the growth of Empire Home Realty and continues to be a valuable asset. He is completely knowledgeable of the Capital District marketplace and specializes in residential sales throughout the area.

Along with his sincere commitment to his clients, Dan takes great pride in his involvement with the community. Currently, Dan holds the position of Head Coach of the Men's Junior Varsity Basketball program at Saratoga Central Catholic High School.

Dan is an alumnus of the College of Charleston as well as the SUNY College at Oneonta, where he received a BS in Sociology. His memberships include the Greater Capital Association of Realtors, National Association of Realtors, and the New York State Association of Realtors.

Dan currently resides in Saratoga Springs, NY. In his spare time he enjoys exercising, traveling, attending historic Saratoga Race Course, and spending time with family and friends.

Email Address: dan@empirehomerealty.com; You may also contact Dan directly at 518.858.5941

Linda Perry, CBR
Linda PerryAssociate Broker

Linda brings a diverse background to Empire Home Realty, with over 20 years experience in the health care, technology, and legal sector. She has been a resident of Saratoga County for over 30 plus years, providing a wealth of knowledge to her clients on the Saratoga real estate market. Linda specializes in buyer and seller representation in Saratoga and Washington County.


Linda prides herself on her work ethic and ablility to prioritize. She believes communication is the key to a successful relationship. Her organizational skills and attention to detail is an asset to her clients.

Linda is married and has extrememly high family values and is very active in her son's extracirricular activies.

Linda is a graduate from Albany Business School and a New York Licensed Salesperson. Her memberships include the Greater Capital Association of Realtors, National Association of Realtors, and the New York State Association of Realtors.

Email Address: linda@empirehomerealty.com

Donna Seymour
Dawn DarconteAssociate Broker

Donna is originally from Niskayuna, a suburb of Schenectady in upstate New York. While living in Chicago for 16 years, her Real Estate Background began in both the title insurance and real estate law industries. While she enjoyed success as both an underwriter and paralegal, she became a Broker Associate at a major national company in 1992 and practiced successfully in the south suburbs of Chicago for 10 years. Working with families to find their perfect home has been her true joy.

Her focus is both residential and commerciasl and as a result, she enjoyes helping businesses find the right spot to succeed. She has guest lectured at South Suburban Community College in the suburbs of Chicago on the subject of Triple-Net Leasing.

In 2002, her family returned to upstate New York and settled in the Saratoga Springs area, nestled in the foothills of the Adirondack Mountains. From Latham to Lake George - she can meet your needs!

Donna is a member of the Greater Capital Association of Realtors, National Association of Realtors, and the New York State Association of Realtors.

Email Address: donna@empirehomerealty.com


Frank Eckardt
Frank EckardtLicensed Sales Associate

Frank Eckardt is completely knowledgeable of Saratoga Springs and the surrounding areas. Frank has over 15 years of property management experience, including at one stage managing over $100 million in residential and commercial properties located in Jupiter Island, Florida; Sands Point, Long Island; Lexington, Kentucky; and Indian Town, Florida.

Through his professional contacts and broad exposure in the real estate industry, Frank specializes in buyer representation, new construction, and existing home sales. Furthermore, Frank is continuing to work on building out our Residential Property Management Division.

Email Address: frank@empirehomerealty.com


Patricia Rich
Patty RichLicensed Sales Associate

Patricia Rich is a highly motivated real estate professional that brings a high level of enthusiasm to Empire Home Realty and her clientele. She is a resident of Saratoga County for over 30-years, is involved in numerous charities and local organizations, and specializes in "high-end" properties throughout the Capital District Marketplace.

Patty is a New York Licensed Salesperson and her memberships include the Greater Capital Association of Realtors, National Association of Realtors, and the New York State Association of Realtors.

Regina Gilder
ReginaLicensed Sales Associate

Regina is a native of Albany and currently resides in Clifton Park. Having grown up in the area Regina is extremely familiar with the unique character and charm of the tri-city area and surrounding communities. Regina enjoys the opportunity real estate gives to interact and help members of her community.

Regina received her Bachelor’s of Arts degree in Psychology from Russell Sage College and is a New York Licensed Real Estate Salesperson. Her memberships include the Greater Capital Association of Realtors, National Association of Realtors, and the New York State Association of Realtors.

Email Address: regina@empirehomerealty.com

Deneen Palmateer
Deneen PalmateerLicensed Sales Associate

Deneen grew up in Fulton County, New York, and is a graduate of Hudson Valley Community College. She has lived in the Capital District area for over 20 years, currently residing in Schenectady County, and is very active within her community. Deneen currently sits on the Board for the Junior League of Schenectady and Saratoga.

Purchasing and/or selling your home can be an emotional event in one’s life, and she is devoted to making your home buying or selling experience a pleasurable one through dedicated service and commitment.

Deneen is a New York Licensed Salesperson, and a member of the Greater Capital Association of Realtors, the National Association of Realtors, and the New York State Association of Realtors.

Email Address: deneen@empirehomerealty.com .

Susan Thomas
Susan ThomasLicensed Sales Associate

Susan Thomas has resided in Saratoga Springs for over twenty years. As a native of the area, she has had a direct vision of the growth of our community and the surrounding areas.

As a manager of a successful business in Saratoga Springs for twenty four years, Susan has excelled in her ability to produce good customer relationships. She is known for her skill to quickly identify a person's needs, and offers a blend of creative strengths and loyalty.

Susan is married to Edward Thomas, a trainer of Thoroughbred Racehorses, and they have one son.

She continues to manage her family business with her Mother and Sister.

Email Address: susan@empirehomerealty.com

Kimberly Higgins
Kim HigginsLicensed Sales Associate

Kim Higgins is currently employed as a Special Education Teacher with the Queensbury Middle School. Throughout the past fourteen years, she has been actively involved in the school community through her roles as Curriculum Coordinator, Student Mentor, Tutor, Track & Field Coach, Soccer Coach and currently is the Class of 2007 Co-Advisor and an active member of the Queensbury Union Free School District Teacher's Assocation.

In addition to being a New York State Licensed Real Estate Salesperson, Kim earned her New York State School District Administrator (SDA) Certification while attending Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts, a Master’s Degree (MS) in Education Psychology from the University at Albany and Bachelor’s Degree (BS) in Special Education from Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania. Kim is a graduate of Fonda-Fultonville High School where enjoyed a successful athletic career in Track and Field.

Kim is an extremely knowledgeable real estate salesperson. She possesses a tremendous amount of enthusiasm towards her work and strives to ensure complete customer satisfaction. Her strong interpersonal skills and sense of humor will allow for her clients to encounter a diligent and pleasant real estate experience.

Kim resides in Luther’s Forest, in Malta with her son, who attends school in the Ballston Spa Central School District.

Email Address: kim@empirehomerealty.com


Michael Fraterrigo
MichaelLicensed Sales Associate

Michael Fraterrigo is a resident of Glenville and was born and raised in the Capital District. He has a background in law enforcement and has a BS from Niagara University.  He is very knowledgeable of Albany, Schenectady and Saratoga counties, and specializes in both residential and commercial properties throughout the region.

Mike takes great pride in his work and in helping both buyers and sellers meet their real estate needs.  He is an active member of the community and coaches little league in Scotia Glenville.

Michael is a New York Licensed Salesperson is a member of the Greater Capital Association of Realtors, National Association of Realtors, and the New York State Association of Realtors.

Email Address: mike@empirehomerealty.com .

Laurie B. Larkin, CPA, CFP
debbieLicensed Sales Associate

As a CPA and Certified Financial Planner, Laurie has spent many years working with individuals and small business clients on a variety of tax, financial, and strategic planning issues. Clients often seek advice when buying and selling personal or investment property. In addition, she has also owned a number of properties herself and has personally experienced the "joys" of remodeling, additions, and improvements.

A native of Saratoga County, Laurie actively assists clients through the ENTIRE real estate transaction - from industry analysis, through the purchase or sale, as well as post-transaction questions and property developement. Laurie has a wide referral base to other experienced professionals (attorneys, inspectors, financing contracts, and more) so clients have quick access to everyone needed to make sure their real estate transactoins go as smoothly and completely as possible.

Laurie is a New York Licensed Salesperson is a member of the Greater Capital Association of Realtors, National Association of Realtors, and the New York State Association of Realtors.

Email Address: laurie@empirehomerealty.com
www.TheLarkinGroup.com

Michael Limoli
michaelLicensed Sales Associate

Michael currently resides with his family in Saratoga Springs and active throughout the community.

Michael is a New York Licensed Salesperson is a member of the Greater Capital Association of Realtors, National Association of Realtors, and the New York State Association of Realtors.



Jean Tulin
tulinLicensed Sales Associate

Jean is a New York Licensed Salesperson is a member of the Greater Capital Association of Realtors, National Association of Realtors, and the New York State Association of Realtors.

Email Address: jean@empirehomerealty.com
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Daniel Wolfe
Dan WolfeLicensed Sales Associate

Dan has lived in Saratoga Springs for the last 17 years and feels clients need and deserve excellent service .Dan's customer service experience originally was developed from working at some of the best hospitality corporations in the country and it is from those''experiences", that Dan draws upon in providing the best service to his clients at Empire Home Realty.

Dan graduated from the University of New Haven Ct, with B.S. in Hospitality Mgt, minor in Business.In addition he is pursuing his Masters in Business Administration at Suny Albany.

If you are purchasing or selling your home, contact Dan Wolfe to make your experience a pleasurable one.

Dan is a New York Licensed Salesperson is a member of the Greater Capital Association of Realtors, National Association of Realtors, and the New York State Association of Realtors.

Email Address: dan_wolfe@empirehomerealty.com .

Eric Kane
Karen SicardLicensed Sales Associate

Eric Kane, a life long resident of upstate New York, enthusiastically joins the Empire Home Realty team striving to give clients care, confidentiality, loyalty, and dedication. Eric is currently employed with a local construction company, specializing in residential and commercial construction. His years of hands-on experience provide Eric with the unique ability to confidently offer a broad scope of knowledge regarding home construction and condition of various properties. Having such a strong background in the field of construction clearly sets Eric apart from most Real Estate Professionals.

Eric is a family oriented individual who prides himself on strong ethics in work and life. He is determined and dedicated to provide clients with impeccable service and satisfaction whether buying or selling real estate.

Eric is a New York Licensed Salesperson, a member of the Greater Capital Association of Realtors, National Association of Realtors, and the New York State Association of Realtors. Honorary Member of the Boy Scouts of America.

Email Address: ekane@empirehomerealty.com


Leslie Baldwin
Leslie BaldwinLicensed Sales Associate

Leslie is a lifelong resident of Upstate New York, and is very knowledgeable of the Capital District area. She brings with her a vast array of experience, training and knowledge to Empire Home Realty. Her background includes 15 years in the legal field; she was the former Executive Assistant to the President and Vice President of a large development corporation; and she has many years in supervising and management.

Leslie’s honesty, hard-work ethic and dedication to excellence are the hallmark of her commitment to providing each and every client the highest quality of personal service.

Leslie is a New York Licensed Real Estate Salesperson and is a member of the Greater Capital Association of Realtors, National Association of Realtors and New York State Association of Realtors .

Choosing the right REALTOR to represent your interests is a significant step to ensuring that your experience and real estate transaction will be a pleasant experience. Whether you are looking to buy, sell or relocate, Leslie will advise you with useful information so that you will make an informed real estate decision.

Email Address: leslie@empirehomerealty.com


Mahendra Prag
Mahendra Prag Licensed Sales Associate

Mahendra brings knowledge of engineering, project management and property management to Empire Home Realty. He obtained a degree in Mechanical Engineering and a graduate certificate in project management from Stevens Institute of Technology in Hoboken, NJ. He utilizes his technical and management background to bring value and customer satisfaction to both his commercial and residential clients.

Mahendra is a New York Licensed Real Estate Salesperson, a member of the Greater Capital Association of Realtors, National Association of Realtors, and the New York State Association of Realtors.

Email Address: mprag@empirehomerealty.com

Lou Ann Norelli
Lou Ann NorelliLicensed Sales Associate

Lou Ann brings more than 25 years experience in public and private finance to Empire Home Realty. She resides in Saratoga Springs and is currently completing her business degree at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (RPI). Lou Ann's hard work ethic and eye for detail brings added value to Empire Home Realty.

Lou Ann is a New York Licensed Salesperson is a member of the Greater Capital Association of Realtors, National Association of Realtors, and the New York State Association of Realtors.

Email Address: louann@empirehomerealty.com

Tom Haviland
Tom HavilandLicensed Sales Associate

Tom Haviland, an experienced real estate investor and contractor, offers both buyers and sellers valuable insight and experience to each transaction. Furthermore, he is a proud member of the Wilton Volunteer Fire Department for over 13-years. Tom’s aggressiveness and attention to detail allows his clients to come out ahead in every transaction.

Tom is a New York Licensed Salesperson and his memberships include the Greater Capital Association of Realtors, National Association of Realtors, and the New York State Association of Realtors.

Email Address: tom@empirehomerealty.com


Jill Cunningham
Jill CunninghamEquine Property Division

Jill is the Sales & Marketing Director of Empire Home Realty's Equine Property Division. She has blended 33 years of equine experience and a strong real estate background into her career at Empire Home Realty. Upon graduating Dean’s List from Cazanovia College’s Equine Business Program, Jill went on to several successful years showing hunters and jumpers, and owning thoroughbred race horses. She is an active member of the US Equestrian Federation, the Capital District Hunter Jumper Council and Saratoga Polo, and she has served on the executive committee for the St. Clements A-Rated Horse Show for over 15 years.

Jill is a New York Licensed Salesperson is a member of the Greater Capital Association of Realtors, National Association of Realtors, and the New York State Association of Realtors.
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Treva Purcell
Linda DiblasioLicensed Sales Associate

Treva specializes in residential properties including log homes throughout Central New York having grown up in the small valley town of New Woodstock, right outside of Cazenovia, NY. Her market insight, log home expertise with development and restoration, and personable service are unmatched in the industry.
Outside of offering her clients valuable experience in real estate, she also manages sales and operations for Woodstock Log Home Services, her family’s long-standing, log home business. She is ready to serve her community and all log home buyers and sellers in a professionally informed manner and looks forward to working with you.

Treva is a New York State Licensed Salesperson and earned an Associates Degree in Business Management. She will play an instrumental role in our Cazenovia Office.

www.woodstocklog.com



Sonja Eckardt
sonjaLicensed Sales Associate

Sonja Eckardt specializes in new construction and providing her clients with superior customer service. Having grown up around her family’s business, Frank Petar Contracting, Inc., she offers valuable insight to her clients.

Sonja is also a Registered Nurse specializing in Orthopedic Surgery with over nine years experience including most recently working at The Hospital for Special Surgery in Manhattan with a highly reputable surgeon.

Now residing in Saratoga Springs and raising a family, Sonja looks forward to pursuing real estate working with both buyers and sellers. Professionalism, integrity, and experience are just a few of the attributes Sonja can offer her clients.

Sonja is a New York Licensed Real Estate Agent.


Michael Cunningham
Linda DiblasioLicensed Sales Associate

Michael is a lifelong Central New Yorker, and a resident of the Cazenovia area for over 40 years. He provides his clientele with invaluable real estate market insight, professionalism, and dedicated service that is unmatched in the industry.

In additon to being a New York State Licensed Real Estate Salesperson, Michael is a member of the Greater Syracuse Association of Realtors, the New York State Association of Realtors, and the National Asscociation of Realtors. He has been active in the Cazenovia and Central New York communities for over 25 years as a volunteer youth hockey coach, and he also volunteers his time and training as an Emergency Medical Technician to the Cazenovia Area Volunteer Ambulance Corps (Cavac).

Michael received his undergraduate degree from The State University of New York College at Oswego and received his Master's Degree from the State University of New York College at Cortland. He will play an instrumental role in our Cazenovia Office.

Email Address: michaelc@empirehomerealty.com

Jeselle Serravento
Richard VonahnLicensed Sales Associate

Jeselle is a New York Licensed Salesperson is a member of the Greater Capital Association of Realtors, National Association of Realtors, and the New York State Association of Realtors.







Linda Dibalsio
Linda DiblasioLicensed Sales Associate

Linda is a New York Licensed Salesperson is a member of the Greater Capital Association of Realtors, National Association of Realtors, and the New York State Association of Realtors.
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Richard Von Ahn
Richard VonahnLicensed Sales Associate

Richard resides in Saratoga Springs with his family and actively follows and invests in the real estate market both in the Capital District as well as Westchester County, New York.

Richard, in addition to being Real Estate Salesperson, has spent over 15 years in the residential construction industry. Richard has a superior ability to spot not only a diamond in the rough but a good real estate value as well.

Richard and his wife Joani, a N.Y. State Licensed Real Estate Saleperson and a N.Y. State Licensed Landscape Architect, often team up to provide their Clients with unmatched total property evaluations.

Rich is a New York Licensed Salesperson is a member of the Greater Capital Association of Realtors, National Association of Realtors, and the New York State Association of Realtors.


Kimberly Haviland
Richard VonahnLicensed Sales Associate

Kim is a New York Licensed Salesperson is a member of the Warren County Association of Realtors, National Association of Realtors, and the New York State Association of Realtors.


Johani Von Ahn
Richard VonahnLicensed Sales Associate

Joani was born and raised in upstate New York and received a degree in Landscape Architecture from the College of Environmental Science and Forestry in Syracuse. Joani spent 15 years in Westchester County self employed as a NY State Licensed Landscape Architecture.

Currently Joani and her family reside in the city of Saratoga Springs where she and her husband are currently NY State Licensed Salespersons. With Joani’s background in Landscape Architecture and her husband’s background in residential construction together they provide their Clients with unparalled professional property evaluation and insight.

She is a New York Licensed Salesperson is a member of the Greater Capital Association of Realtors, National Association of Realtors, and the New York State Association of Realtors.


James Fraser
Richard VonahnLicensed Sales Associate

James Fraser, originally from Oswego, NY, has had a career in financial planning for the past four years. His focus has and will always be wealth preservation through conservative and logical investments. He believes the strongest investment in the open marketplace is residential real estate which is where his expertise lies. His main regions of his focus are the Capital region and the Adirondacks.

James prides himself on building new relationships through outstanding communication, technical expertise, and demonstrating strong loyalty to clients.

James is a graduate from SUNY Oneonta holds a Bachelor of Science in Sociology. James is a New York Licensed Real Estate Salesperson and a New York Licensed Life Insurance Broker. He is also a member of the Greater Capital Association of Realtors, National Association of Realtors, and the New York State Association of Realtors.


Susan McGrath
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Paul Henry
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Paul Henry is a resident of Waterford and has been in the Capital District for the past 17 years. He is very knowledgeable of Albany, Schenectady, Schoharie and Saratoga counties, and specializes in residential properties throughout the region.

Paul takes great pride in his work and in helping both buyers and sellers live the American dream. He is an active member of the community and a member of the Albany Elks.

Paul is a New York Licensed Salesperson is a member of the Greater Capital Association of Realtors, National Association of Realtors, and the New York State Association of Realtors.

Mary-Elizabeth Rupich
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