Gerard Splendore joins Warburg Realty with close to 20 years of varied Brooklyn and Manhattan real estate experience including positions as a landlord, co-op shareholder, board member, and townhouse owner. Gerard’s varied experience enables him to understand and finesse each transaction.
“Each new real estate deal presents challenges and opportunities to learn and grow. My greatest satisfaction is hurdling across the finish line of a difficult deal.”
Throughout Gerard’s career, he has worked in neighborhoods such as Brooklyn Heights and Park Slope and emerging areas like Bay Ridge/Fort Hamilton and the Riverdale section of the Bronx. He has challenged himself to wear many different hats, negotiating all types of real estate transactions, including single and multi-family homes, co-ops, and condos. Houses in estate condition are a specialty.
Gerard incorporates his eye for design throughout the process—he had a long career as a residential interior designer—and works closely with Warburg's Marketing team to ensure each client profits from a strategic marketing approach. Staging his listings for maximum appeal is a vital part of each of Gerard’s listings.
A skilled negotiator and active in both the industry and his community, Gerard’s certifications include Certified Negotiation Specialist (CNE), New York Real Estate Specialist (NYRS), The Real Estate Board of NY (REBNY) and American Society of Interior Designers (ASID).
A long term Brooklyn resident with his family, Gerard spends his time outside the office as a frequent volunteer at Housing Works, New York Cares and Shore Road Park Gardens.
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Gerard Splendore’s series on kitchen and bath design concludes with a look at smart home solutions and the future of residential space. https://www.inman.com/2023/03/07/welcome-to-the-future-what-real-estate-agents-need-to-know-about-todays-kitchens-and-baths/
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You’ve probably already told several white lies this week. Yes, really. When someone asks how you are, do you always mean it when you answer with, “Doing well”? Stretching the truth here and there is pretty… More
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A one-bedroom, one-bath, 800-square-foot prewar co-op with exposed brick in the living room; a windowed kitchen with stone counters and a dishwasher; a primary bedroom with a decorative fireplace; a sleeping nook or home office; a… More
If you’re retired — with plenty of free time — you may be on the hunt for your next great adventure. And if you watch TV on a regular basis, you’ve probably seen numerous DIY/fixer-upper shows… More
On January 9, 2023, The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission stated in an interview that they were considering making a move towards banning gas stoves after newly reviewed research showed that there may be a connection between the… More
After the exuberance, freedom and color explosion of 1960s design and architectural styles, the 1970s were more subdued and reflected the political, economic and financial concerns of this decade. https://www.inman.com/2022/12/28/circa-1970-what-to-know-about-disco-era-kitchens-and-baths/
Real estate agents could argue until they’re blue in the face about paint colors. Is hot pink appropriate for a front door? Is greige here to stay? What’s the best color to paint every room in your home?… More
Featuring an explosion of color, glamour and innovation, 1960s kitchens and baths offered style by the mile. Gerard Splendore shares the secrets of the era in his Circa series. https://www.inman.com/2022/12/08/circa-1960-kitchens-and-baths-what-agents-should-know/
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Understanding the development of housing styles, including kitchen and baths, is an advantage for today’s real estate agent. Gerard Splendore offers a look at the innovations and design detail of 1940s home. https://www.inman.com/2022/11/08/circa-1940-kitchens-and-baths-from-the-world-war-ii-era/
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The kitchens and bathrooms of 1910 will probably have been upgraded and remodeled, but the footprint of the original will still be in evidence https://www.inman.com/2022/10/03/circa-1910-what-you-should-know-about-kitchens-and-bathrooms-from-the-late-edwardian-era/
Although houses and their inhabitants have changed greatly over time, kitchens and bathrooms arguably show the most innovations and adaptations. https://www.inman.com/2022/09/14/circa-1900-kitchens-and-baths-from-the-victorian-age/
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As homes continued to develop into the 21st century, there was a return to traditional aesthetics, updated with more modern features and conveniences. https://www.inman.com/2022/08/17/circa-2000-what-real-estate-agents-need-to-know-about-aughties-home-styles/
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Housing stock from the 1970s blends holdover aesthetics from the 1960s with a new emphasis on organic and global elements. https://www.inman.com/2022/07/26/circa-1970-what-agents-need-to-know-about-housing-styles-in-the-disco-age/?u
Inman contributor Gerard Splendore walks real estate agents through architecture and home styles from 1900 through today. https://www.inman.com/2022/07/26/circa-what-agents-should-know-about-architecture-throughout-the-decades/
Housing from the 1960s is characterized by innovations that made residential living more convenient than ever before. https://www.inman.com/2022/07/19/circa-1960-what-real-estate-agents-need-to-know-about-housing-styles-from-the-1960s/
Real estate investment advice largely boils down to being brave enough to break free of the crowd and buy something that no one else is buying now, but everyone will want later. https://www.brickunderground.com/buy/best-nyc-neighborhoods-to-invest-condos-co-ops-rentals-2022
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Do you want to enter a debate that doesn’t involve politics? Then discuss whether you’ll lose value on your home if there’s no tub in your bathroom. https://www.apartmenttherapy.com/get-rid-of-bathtub-37051787
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500 Waverly Avenue, Apt 5A by Gerard Splendore featured https://www.nytimes.com/slideshow/2022/01/06/realestate/on-the-market-in-new-york-city/s/06OTM-NYC-slide-CZLX.html
Gerard Splendore, Cecilia Serrano, Mihal Gartenberg and Jeremy Kamm featured https://www.forbes.com/sites/amandalauren/2022/01/04/10-ways-to-add-value-to-your-home-in-2022/?sh=4884be0d3e43
Gerard Splendore, Andrea Wernick, and Christopher Totaro comment. https://www.brickunderground.com/sell/now-right-time-sell-nyc-co-op-condo-apartment-fall-spring-wait-decide-tips
Steven Goldschmidt and Gerard Splendore comment. https://www.brickunderground.com/buy/questions-ask-renting-buying-basement-apartment-duplex-storage-flood-safety-nyc
Sarah Minton, Ellen Sykes, Karen Kostiw and Gerard Splendore comment. https://www.brickunderground.com/rent/tips-rental-nyc-competitive-market-fast-brooklyn-queens-broker-building-apartment
Christopher Totaro, Gerard Splendore, and Mihal Gartenberg comment. https://www.gardeningetc.com/us/news/landscaping-mistakes-that-are-turning-buyers-away
9437 Shore Road, No. B7 by Gerard Splendore and 929 Park Avenue 14A by Ellen Skyes featured. https://www.nytimes.com/2021/05/02/realestate/home-sales-750000-dollars.html
Susan Abrams and Gerard C. Splendore comments. https://www.forbes.com/sites/forbes-global-properties/2021/02/11/slow-recovery-drives-deep-discounts-in-downtown-manhattans-co-op-market/?sh=7590650b66ea
Steven Gottlieb, Parisa Afkhami, Steven Goldschmidt, Karen Kostiw, and Gerard Splendore comment. https://streeteasy.com/blog/buying-a-home-in-nyc-everything-you-need-to-know/
75 Henry Street #5F by Gerard C. Splendore featured. https://www.cityrealty.com/nyc/market-insight/features/great-listings/steals-amp-deals-as-inventory-falls-see-nyc039s-best-new-listing-bargains-week/48741
155 Henry Street 3E by Gerard Splendore and 779 Riverside Drive Apt C41 by Elizabeth O’Neill and Joy Grossman was featured. https://www.cityrealty.com/nyc/market-insight/features/great-listings/steals-amp-deals-new-listings-under-1m-include-bright-3-bedroom-condo-off-central-park/48121
Alison Chiaramonte, Gerard Splendore, and Christopher Totaro comments. https://www.inman.com/2020/08/07/cuomo-says-nyc-schools-can-open-agents-predict-a-return-to-the-city/
Noemi Bitterman, Parisa M. Afkhami, and Allison Chiaramonte comment. 190 East 72nd Street, 19B by Susan and Michael Abrams, 8 East 96th Street, 11C by Claire Groome, 32 East 74th Street by Rowena DasGupta & Bill… More
Gerard Splendore and Steven Goldschmidt comment. https://www.forbes.com/sites/lisachamoff/2020/03/17/new-york-city-real-estate-industry-keeps-business-going-with-remote-closings-virtual-board-interviews/#3dd04cae30ae
Andrea Wernick, Steven Gottlieb, and Gerard Splendore comment. https://www.aceableagent.com/blog/what-successful-real-estate-agents-wish-theyd-known-about-marketing/
Kathryn Landow, George Case, Noemi Bitterman, Becki Danchik, Gerard Splendore, and Steve Gottlieb comment. 38 Bad Real Estate Photos Agents Actually Posted
Marilyn Blume, Steven Gottlieb, Christopher Totaro, Noemi Bitterman, Gerard C. Splendore comemnt. https://www.inman.com/2019/11/26/22-ways-real-estate-pros-are-showing-gratitude-this-year/?utm_source=dailyheadlines&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=localnewsletter&utm_content=763393_textlink_7_20191126
Alex Lavrenov, Gerard Splendore, and Allison Chiaramonte comment. https://www.forbes.com/sites/amandalauren/2019/07/21/renovations-that-dont-add-resale-value-to-your-home/#1e6e920c502b
Eric Mendelsohn and Gerard Splendore comment. https://www.forbes.com/sites/lisachamoff/2019/07/17/heres-what-you-need-to-know-to-survive-nycs-summer-rental-market/#5cb4df13776e
Maria Daou and Gerard Splendore comment. https://www.forbes.com/sites/heathersenison/2019/07/10/a-third-of-streeteasys-new-york-city-listings-had-prices-cut-in-june-but-the-tactic-isnt-working/#60a721722bf8
Rebecca Brooksher, Gerard Splendore, and Chris Totaro comment. https://www.inman.com/2019/07/08/what-to-look-for-in-an-urban-investment-property/?utm_source=property&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=property&utm_content=741771_content_20190702_0%3Futm_source%3Dproperty&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=property&utm_content=741771_content_20190702_9
155 Henry St. #6E by Gerard Splendore is featured. https://streeteasy.com/blog/nyc-apartments-for-800k-what-you-can-buy-right-now/?utm_source=StreetEasy+Blog&utm_campaign=f037c3518d-streeteasy_blog_daily_email&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_57fe166e04-f037c3518d-430612397
155 Henry Street, 6E by Gerard Splendore featured. https://www.cityrealty.com/nyc/market-insight/features/great-listings/see-best-new-bargains-manhattan-brooklyn-550k/32361
Sheila Trichter, Rafael Feldman, Noemi Bitterman, Alex Lavrenov, Gerard Splendore, and Eric Mendelsohn comment. http://www.cottages-gardens.com/Deeds-Donts/June-2019/NYC-Brokers-Dish-Market-Conditions-with-Seasonality/?utm_source=Cottages+%26+Gardens&utm_campaign=70809d9894-dailyDeeds_July_77_6_2017_COPY_01&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_a8deb9bf34-70809d9894-429251325&mc_cid=70809d9894&mc_eid=99682e7c8f
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