Lori Hoffman-Chlapowski | The Usha Subramaniam Team | Compass

I cannot recommend Lori highly enough, especially for any first-time home-buyers looking in the Chappaqua area. Lori made what could have been an overwhelming experience feel manageable. From our very first meeting to closing day, she was absolutely fantastic. She has deep knowledge of the Westchester market (especially in Chappaqua). She knows the neighborhoods inside and out. She also has close connections to many of the other local realtors, making scheduling showings and finding out information a breeze. Lori was with us every step of the way. She never pushed us toward a decision that wasn't right for us, and we fully trusted her advice. We are so grateful to have her by our side, and we love our new house!

Saying goodbye to the house that built me wasn’t easy. It was something I wasn’t entirely prepared for, but it had to be done. Lori entered our home on a cold winter day and immediately brought warmth, empathy, and optimism to the process. The idea of prolonging the sale felt overwhelming, but Lori handled everything with professionalism and care. She thoughtfully strategized and partnered with her Compass colleague, Usha, to ensure the home was sold to the right buyer. When it sold as is, it truly was just that, a family home filled with decades of memories. The buyer Lori and her team found gave this house a new chapter and a future for generations to come. I’m so grateful for her clear communication, compassion, and proactive approach. If you’re looking for a real estate agent who tr

Buying a house with Lori as your agent is like having a secret weapon. She was often teaching sellers’ agents about the houses they were selling as we were walking through them with her. She managed our expectations in a tough market and never once pressured us (in fact, she urged us to be patient). When we finally did find our house, she used her excellent, former Big Law lawyer due diligence skills to help inform our ultimately successful offer. We couldn’t be happier in our new home, and we owe Lori the world. You’d be crazy to work with anyone else—she is simply the best.

Lori is hands down the best choice we could have made. She is detail-oriented, smart, kind, and a great listener. In addition, her knowledge of the Westchester market is superb. As first time buyers we wanted someone who could not only help us find a house but also help us find the perfect neighborhood. Lori did just that. She also carefully studied each home we were interested in and helped us differentiate between homes that were “worth it” and homes that would be too much work to justify purchasing. In just several months—in one of the toughest markets in recent years—she helped us find our perfect first home. We cannot thank or recommend her enough.

Lori is absolutely incredible. It's hard to fully articulate how amazing and effective she is. For context, we were first time home buyers; real estate novices by any measure. During an absolutely brutal housing market, Lori held our hands the entire time until we closed! For 12 months, we felt completely and utterly safe in her hands and confident in her ability to find us a home. She intently listened to our needs and wants and was able to translate them into actual potential homes. It was also immediately apparent to us that she is fiercely protective of her clients. Lori's knowledge and expertise of the local market is second to none. She gave us a comprehensive opinion of all the properties we visited, clearly outlining the pros and cons without being pushy. She also gave us deep in