Master Certified Negotiation Expert Licensed Real Estate Salesperson HOME IS WHERE THE HEART IS Tammy Caress lives and works by the motto, "Love where you live." She believes a home should be a tranquil retreat away from the demands of the real world, where one can unwind with family and friends. As a hard-working and trustworthy Representative, Tammy works hard to find her clients just this type of sanctuary. Prior to her real estate career, Tammy found success in the financial services industry, where she honed her ability to both dissect numbers and data while also communicating effectively with a broad range of people. As a top Wall Street financial advisor, Tammy began investing in property throughout the city where she became enamored with the real estate market. She has owned multiple apartments in New York City, two homes in the Hamptons as well as investment property in Florida, so she knows firsthand that real estate is the best investment a person can make. Tammys experience in sales and finances translate seamlessly into her career in real estate. Her facility with numbers enables a deep understanding of the mortgage market, and her keen attention to detail allows her to spot the best deals. "I am a people person who is also great with numbers," she explains. "I was a top salesperson in a profession very similar to real estate. The product may be different, but the techniques to market and sell are alike." Tammy is a hardworking, punctual and persistent agent that loves to facilitate the search for your dream home. She is also a former mortgage originator well-versed on the latest regulations in the mortgage industry and how to qualify potential borrowers. Tammy holds a master's degree in finance from Fordham University, a bachelor's in finance from the University of Florida, and was educated in the Lehman Brothers Sales and Trading Training Program. Originally from Fort Lauderdale, Florida, shes called the Upper East Side home for nearly 30 years.