Business Details
40 Years
experience
Your Trusted Real Estate Partner in Ithaca, NY
Carol Bushberg has been helping Tompkins County clients navigate the local real estate market since 1986 with expertise and dedication. Our team prioritizes client advocacy and attention to detail, ensuring successful transactions in buying, selling, and property management. With decades of combined experience, we offer sound advice for life's biggest decisions while maintaining a commitment to transparency and community.Our deep understanding of the Ithaca and Finger Lakes region allows us to guide clients through every step of their real estate journey. We serve as trusted advisors, combining local market knowledge with personalized service to meet each client's unique needs. Our reputation as industry leaders is built on consistent results, ethical practices, and genuine care for our clients' satisfaction.
Services
Residential Sales
Property Listings
Market Analysis
Home Buying
Real Estate Consultation
Details
- Year established: 1986
Highlights and features
- We have 40+ years of experience navigating Tompkins County's real estate market
- Our team provides personalized guidance through every stage of the transaction
- We offer in-depth knowledge of local neighborhoods and emerging developments
- We maintain transparent communication from initial consultation to closing
- We deliver consistent results through tailored marketing and pricing strategies
What people say
Professional and personal
Above and beyond expectations
Thorough and timely advice
Expert market knowledge
Stress-free transactions
Services
Residential Sales
Our residential sales service helps homeowners achieve maximum value through strategic pricing, professional staging, and targeted marketing. We handle transaction complexities while maintaining clear communication throughout the selling process. Our team leverages extensive local market knowledge to attract qualified buyers and secure favorable terms.
Property Listings
We create comprehensive listing packages including professional photography, virtual tours, and multi-channel promotion to showcase properties effectively. Our marketing strategy reaches both local and national audiences through real estate platforms and targeted advertising campaigns.
Market Analysis
Through detailed comparative market analysis, we determine accurate property valuations using recent sales data and current market trends. Our approach helps sellers optimize pricing and buyers make competitive offers based on objective market information.
Home Buying
We guide buyers through every stage from property search to closing with personalized support and market expertise. Our service includes property evaluations, negotiation strategies, and coordination of inspections and financing processes to ensure smooth transactions.
Real Estate Consultation
Offering expert guidance on buying decisions, investment opportunities, and market conditions, we provide tailored advice based on individual goals. Our consultation service covers property potential assessments and long-term ownership planning for residential clients.
People
Carol Bushberg
Licensed Associate Real Estate Broker
Cornell graduate with 40+ years of Ithaca real estate experience, combining local market expertise with client-focused service. Former business owner now with Warren Real Estate, dedicated to transparent transactions and community preservation.
Jill Rostenel
Licensed Associate Real Estate Broker
Four-time Ithaca Times' Peoples Choice Best Realtor winner, known for patient client approach and first-time homebuyer advocacy. Combines active listening skills with thorough transaction management for stress-free real estate experiences.
Julia D. Louis
Licensed Real Estate Salesperson
Born and raised in Ithaca, this 2019-licensed agent offers generational local knowledge and digital-age real estate expertise. Specializes in connecting clients with community resources while delivering modern transaction technology.
Julie Nowlen
Business Support Manager
Joined the team after positive personal experience buying in Fall Creek. Combines psychology background with organizational expertise to streamline operations, while maintaining focus on client experience quality assurance.
Frances Welch
Bookkeeper & Administrative Support
Former Ithaca Board of Realtors CFO with 20 years industry experience. Manages financial operations while sharing valuable historical perspective from decades of local real estate market observation.
Questions
What real estate services do you specialize in?
We specialize in residential sales, property listings, market analysis, home buying assistance, and real estate consultation for Tompkins County properties.
Do you work with out-of-state buyers?
Yes, we guide out-of-state clients through the entire purchasing process with virtual consultations and detailed property presentations.
What areas do you cover?
We primarily serve Ithaca, Trumansburg, and the greater Tompkins County area with comprehensive real estate services.
How do you price properties?
We use comparative market analysis of recent sales data and current market trends to determine optimal pricing strategies.
What sets your team apart from competitors?
Our 40 years of local experience combined with personalized service and transparent communication creates exceptional client outcomes.
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Reviews (1)
Brian Kunk-Czaplicki
Aug 14, 2017
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Carol and her team use integrity and responsiveness to improve the buyer and seller experiences as well as positively contribute to the real estate sales environment.
