Rhinebeck Real Estate.com was founded and developed by James S. Ettenson. Jim has held his real estate license since 1992, and is the principal broker and owner of J. Ettenson Realty in the village of Rhinebeck, New York. Jim is a Hudson Valley native. With the exception of his college years spent in Ithaca New York, Jim has always called the Mid-Hudson Valley home. Rhinebeck has been his place of residence since 1984. During his tenure in real estate, Jim has consistently been a Multi-Million dollar seller and one of the regions Top Producers.
As his interest and involvement with the field of real estate increased, Jim pursued additional course work beyond his Bachelors degree. As a result, he holds the following accreditations: CRS from the Council of Residential Specialists, an ABR Accredited Buyers Representative, offered by REBAC, the Real Estate Buyers Agent Council and a GRI from The Graduate Realtor Institute.
Jim will be happy to assist you in purchasing and/or selling your property locally or out of town, residential or commercial. His reputation as a highly professional, ethical and efficient broker for over fifteen years, assures every client high quality, individualized service.
As the Administrative Manager for J. Ettenson Realty, Rhonda Hammond runs the day-to-day operations. No one has more experience in writing advertising copy, computer software and putting listings into the multiple listing services than Rhonda.
Rhonda prides herself in giving 110% on everything she does for all of our clients.
In addition to real estate, Rhonda serves as the President of the Board Directors of The Terraces of Brookmeade, the Vice-President of Arbor Ridge of Brookmeade and serves as a member of The Baptist Home Board. Rhonda also is a member of the Town of Rhinebeck Recreation Committee.
After eight plus years "in the business" Rhonda received her New York State Real Estate Salesperson license. Rhonda can now list and sell properties, in turn helping J. Ettenson Realty become the best real estate firm in the Northern Dutchess County market.
Laurel Kerr has lived in Dutchess County and been active in the Rhinebeck community for many years. She uses her 20+ years of experience in the real estate industry to provide her clients with superior service. This service includes an in-depth knowledge of local real estate and the national economic trends that might affect local markets. If you are selling your home, or buying your dream house, knowing what a house is worth gives you the edge you need to get the best possible price in the quickest time frame.
Laurel's experience assures that you will have the peace of mind in knowing that your transaction will be handled with professionalism and attention to detail, from negotiating the purchase offer, overseeing home inspections, providing contractor bids or negotiated construction requirements, providing names of local vendors (appraisers, home inspectors, builders, attorneys, mortgage professionals) to the closing.
Laurel is a member of the National Association of Realtors, the Dutchess County Association of Realtors and the Mid-Hudson, Columbia County and Ulster County Multiple Listing Services.
Karolina Czekaj Trevena joined J. Ettenson Realty the summer of 2009. She has lived and worked in the Hudson Valley for the last 10 years. Clinton Corners is home for her and her family. Karolina is very active and supportive in her local commuity and school districts. She has chaired PTSA and fundraiser benefits in the private and public school sectors. In addition she volunteers for Pointer Rescue and The Vanderbuilt Gardens.
Prior to the Hudson Valley, NYC's east side was home for her and her family. Karolina is a graduate of The Fashion Institute of Technology with a BSA in Marketing. The streets of Seventh Ave were her home. She has extensive experience in the fashion industry working for the Elle Magazine, Bergrof Goodman and Fendi to name a few.
Working in Real Estate here in the Hudson Valley has married her love of the land and its beauty with her flair for style, attention to detail and quality customer service. She looks forward to assisting you in attaining you Hudson valley dream.
Ernie Gamble has lived and worked in the Hudson valley most of his life. He graduated from New Paltz State University, taught school in Red Hook, and as an associate broker, he has worked with several real estate agencies in the Rhinebeck area.
If you are looking to buy or sell a house and do not know of a qualified real estate agent, try contacting Ernie for your real estate needs in the surrounding county of Dutchess, New York. Sell your house quickly, or find your perfect next home. The Rhinebeck area provides many excellent shopping, dining and entertainment opportunities.
As license Real Estate Broker, Ernie can answer any questions you may have regarding real estate in this area, including: surrounding areas of Clermont, Germantown, Hyde Park, Red Hook, Rhinecliff, Staatsburg, or about the schools, community centers, parks and neighborhoods that make them special!
Mary Anne Harvey enjoys serving buyers and sellers of residential and investment real estate in the Northern Dutchess County area. With more than 12 years of experience in the real estate profession in both Florida and New York, she understands the intricacies of the business. She says, "We have to be constantly alert first to the wants and needs of our customers and clients, keeping them informed and updated, then following-through as quickly as possible to make sure they are successful in their real estate transactions."
Mary Anne recently returned to New York after 28 years in southeast and central Florida. After graduating from Bard College in 1982 with a degree in Industrial Sociology, Mary Anne moved to Florida and pursued a career in marketing and public relations. In that career, Mary Anne earned the Accredited in Public Relations (APR) and Certified Public Relations Counselor (CPRC) designations and owned a public relations and marketing agency, as well as creating the Town Greeters Welcoming Service website. She also holds a degree in Business Administration from Dutchess Community College and is a graduate of Leadership St. Lucie (FL). She was an adjunct faculty member at Indian River College teaching sales and marketing courses. In addition, she was actively involved with several civic and non-profit organizations, including the Boards of Directors of the Mount Dora Area Chamber of Commerce, New Horizons of the Treasure Coast and Hospice of the Treasure Coast. She was founding Chairman of the Mount Dora Chamber's Ambassadors Committee and was honored with the "Ambassador of the Year" award in 2005.
