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Our relationship with Bob Knakal is decades long and we have successfully closed several transactions together. When it was time to sell our 62nd Street site, Bob and his team were an easy choice given their knowledge of the neighborhood and their extensive track record in the New York City land sales market. Bob planned a comprehensive marketing campaign, did everything he said he would do and achieve a great sales price for us. We are extremely pleased with the results and would recommend Bob and his team to other sellers of land in New York.

Bob Knakal and his team of professionals were instrumental in the sale of a very complicated and challenging asset. Throughout the process, from marketing until closing, they were involved in every phase of the transaction ensuring a smooth, orderly and timely closing. They are the ultimate and consummate professionals.

Bob Knakal and his team had just completed another sale transaction for us very successfully, so when it was time to sell our property on 85th Street, our choice of broker was not difficult. This property was a to-be-vacant school building so the user market was a primary group of potential buyers. Therefore, Bob’s long-time practice of proactively engaging with the brokerage community was something that really resonated with us. The marketing program implemented by Bob’s team produced many offers from users, several of whom were represented by outside brokers. We feel this approach produced maximum exposure for our asset and, ultimately, the highest possible price.

Bob Knakal does deals no one else can. Bob hit the ball out of the park for us at 1055 Park Avenue.

Unfortunately, this sale was more challenging than expected. I didn’t fully appreciate it until we got into the sales process how much of a turn-off the condition, location and legal problems would be. Under those circumstances, I think your team did an excellent job of finding a highly credible buyer for our loan at a very good price. Thanks again for your persistence and hard work on this transaction.

We loved working with Bob Knakal on the sale of our 45th Street property. He knows the neighborhood cold and convinced us that a residential converter was the right buyer for our property. He found that user buyer and got us a great price.

Given the complexities of our situation, we needed a broker who could strategize and implement a program in a multi dimensional way. Bob Knakal and his team were the perfect choice for this assignment. They were able to move down two different, but parallel paths simultaneously and provided us with many options to consider. We were extremely pleased with our results and would gladly recommend Bob and his team to any other potential seller in New York City.

I have been a friend and client of Bob Knakal’s since the establishment of Massey Knakal in 1988 and remain so these many years later. Bob’s straightforward and efficient representation, intuitive logic, cerebral process, and integrity are his hallmarks. In my opinion, these characteristics and traits allow me to feel privileged, comfortable, and happy doing, or discussing, business with Bob past, present and future.

Bob Knakal got a great price for us. If you are selling a property in NYC, you must call Bob.

There are brokers and then there are brokers. Bob Knakal and his team are the best in the business. He guided us through the sales process flawlessly and got us a great price.

Our properties were admittedly in terrible condition and were in a challenging location. Notwithstanding these hurdles, Bob Knakal and his team did a fantastic job for us. I have never seen brokers work so hard. I felt like I was Bob’s only client. I could not be happier with the effort or the results

When a deal is being quarterbacked by Knakal, you can have confidence that it will get done both technically and ethically.

Given the proximity of our site to the core Midtown Plaza District, we suspected that a foreign based developer would be the most likely buyer. Based upon this, we felt that Bob Knakal, and his team, would be able to access this segment of the market. This along with extensive track record selling development sites in New York City made Bob an easy choice for the assignment. As expected, Bob was able to identify a foreign developer to purchase our site. We are very pleased with the results.

When it comes to development site sales, its tough to top Bob Knakal and his team. They did a great job for us on the sale of 120-122 Water Street. We highly recommend Bob and his team.

Bob Knakal called me regularly for many years. When it was time to sell, he was an easy choice. Bob found the perfect buyer for my property, a deep-pocketed user. Bob is the best!

When it comes to development site sales in New York City, no one comes close to Bob Knakal. He is simply the best land broker in the market.

It was a pleasure to work with Bob & Paul on this sale. They do exactly what they say they will and are highly responsive. We highly recommend them to any seller.

We knew that Bob Knakal and his team were the right brokers for this assignment given his track record in the sale of development sites. We needed a broker with an understanding and expertise in multifamily property sales as well, as this transaction had a combination of both. Bob and his team gave this deal great exposure and brought dozens of buyers to the table. We could not be happier with the service we received and the results that were produced. We highly recommend Bob to any seller in New York.

I recommend Bob Knakal to any seller of land in New York City. He is the best broker I have ever worked with.

Bob Knakal is one of our go-to guys in NYC. He is truly one of the best in the business!

You hear stories all the time about how real estate brokers are slippery. My experience with Bob Knakal was completely opposite of that. He was a true professional and hung in there with us throughout the process.

We knew Bob Knakal by reputation but had never worked with him until we decided to sell our asset on East 91st Street. Bob laid out a very thorough marketing plan with the focus being on finding a user buyer who would occupy our property. Bob said that user would pay us a premium for the building over what an investor would pay. And he did just that. He brought us dozens of offers and ultimately found a user buyer who paid us a premium for the property. Bob lived up to his reputation and we recommend him to other sellers of properties in New York City.

When my partners and I wanted to sell our building, we knew this was not going to be an easy sale because of our desire to lease back the retail space for our business on a long-term basis. After meeting with Bob Knakal and his team, we were confident that he would be able to help us navigate this process, achieving a great solution for business while at the same time maximizing the results of our real estate transaction. Bob and his team met, or exceeded, all of our expectations and we would be happy to recommend them to any other sellers.

My son told me to call Bob Knakal to sell my building. I’m so glad I listened. Bob did an outstanding job for me and got us a great price. I highly recommend Bob Knakal if you want to sell a building in New York City

When it was time to sell this asset, we suspected that a foreign buyer might be a good prospect for us. Bob Knakal and his team found us that foreign buyer. It was an outstanding result for us

Bob Knakal was introduced to me by my attorney and I am so happy that the introduction was made. I have enjoyed my relationship with Bob for several years and have always found him to be extremely knowledgeable about the New York City market and has been a great resource for accessing available properties for sale. When it was time to sell 16 East 82nd Street, it was an easy choice to select Bob and his team. He did a great job finding a user buyer for the property even though we thought the odds were not good that we would find one. If you are selling a building in New York City and want to make sure you get the best possible price, Bob Knakal is your man. We give him our highest recommendation.

I knew that I needed a broker who was expert in the development market and also understood the Bronx. After having interviewed several top tier firms, I decided Bob Knakal and his team were a great choice for us. Our site had several challenges and their advice and council was greatly appreciated throughout the process. I highly recommend Bob and his team to any seller of land in New York City. Bob and his team were instrumental in getting us Top Dollar for our site. I would happily work with them again.

I’ve known Bob Knakal for nearly 20 years and over the last ten years we have done several transactions together. He is not only a successful entrepreneur and salesman, but he is also a quality person who cares a lot about what he is doing and the people around him.

Bob Knakal and his team did a great job for us selling 37-39 Warren Street. They did everything possible to insure we got the highest possible price. We were thrilled with the results.

My relationship with Bob Knakal and his team go back many years and we knew they were the right brokers for the job. They did everything they said they would do and produced a result we were very pleased with. We highly recommend Bob and his team to other sellers in New York City.

I am a restaurant guy, and my father was a restaurant guy. My dad bought the building we operated out of but we really didn’t know a lot about real estate. When it was time to sell the building, I called Bob Knakal who was sending me market information for years and it seemed like he sold all the buildings in my neighborhood. I chose Bob to help me and he did a remarkable job. He had my back every step of the way. Bob, thank you! You helped my family more than you will ever know. If you’re selling a property in New York City, you’re crazy not to use Bob Knakal.

Given the complexities of this site, Bob Knakal was the perfect broker to maximize our results on the sale. He found the perfect buyer for us.

Bob Knakal sold the property to me so it was only fitting that I have him sell it for me. Bob and his team did a fantastic job of getting me the highest possible price.

This site has redevelopment potential for the main building and development potential for the yard. Bob and his team found a great buyer for us. They did everything by the book. We highly recommend them.

Bob Knakal and his team did a great job representing our interests in this transaction. There were hurdles to overcome but they never stopped pushing for the best deal possible and, ultimately, they were able to find a buyer who was willing to meet all of our objectives. Throughout the process, Bob was always available, seven days a week, to answer any questions and to guide our strategy. We are thrilled with the results.

We didn’t realize the development potential of our property until we spoke to Bob Knakal. We received much more for our property than we expected, thanks to Bob.

We have enjoyed a long-term relationship with Bob Knakal, Pat Yannotta and their team and have always found them highly professional and easy to work with. Our 153rd Street transaction was a complex one for a variety of reasons. Bob and Pat showed why they are considered among the top land brokers in the city. They provided steadfast counsel throughout the sales process and were there to advocate for us at every twist and turn and demonstrated, several times, that they would fight for our best interest. We highly recommend them to any seller of a development site in New York City.

Bob, you and your team did an incredible job selling our buildings. We can’t tell you how much we appreciate your thoughtful advice, insightful strategy and flawless execution of the marketing process. You guys were the perfect choice for us and we could not be happier.

When I was selecting a broker to represent me, Bob Knakal’s track record really stood out. It felt like he sold every building in the neighborhood. Bob did a great job for me on the sale and found a user to purchase the property, just as he said he would. I highly recommend him to other sellers.

Bob Knakal and his team were heroes on this deal. There is no way we could have gotten another penny for this property. Thanks Bob!

I rarely give testimonials like this, but I have admired Bob Knakal for many years. He did a fantastic job for us on our 56th Street development site and we would be happy to work with him again. Bob really knows what he is doing.

Given that this transaction was time sensitive with a definitive timetable, we needed a powerful team to fully market our property, obtain offers, create a competitive bidding environment and get a buyer who could close within our deadline. Bob Knakal and his team were the perfect choice for this assignment. They did everything they said they would do and the execution didn’t miss a beat. This was the third property Savanna has sold with Bob over the past couple of years and we couldn’t be happier with the results.

Bob Knakal is a tenacious broker who works around the clock and never stops until the job is done. He and his team did a great job for me here in a very difficult market.

Bob Knakal is one of the best sales brokers in New York City. He sold 235 West 47th Street for us quickly and at a great price.

When we wanted to sell our property on 30th Street, we interviewed several brokers. It was clear to us that Bob Knakal was the most passionate about representing us. We felt he would maximize the exposure of our asset and get many offers. He did just that. We couldn’t be happier with the results and we highly recommend Bob and his team.

For many years, Bob Knakal sent me market data on building sales in Manhattan. While I owned only one building, it was my family’s major asset and I was always interested in Bob’s market information and his views on the market. When it was time to sell, I was very concerned that brokers would only look at me as a one-shot deal and would favor the buyers who might be repeat customers. Bob made me feel like I was his only client, was very responsive and communicative and I felt like he was constantly thinking about what was best for me - not him and the buyer. I couldn’t give anyone a higher recommendation than Bob Knakal and his team.

Our relationship with Bob goes back prior to the inception of Massey Knakal. The years have gone by and the degree of sophistication and excellence Bob and his team have demonstrated gives them an extensive global platform. Bob has demonstrated the ability not only to access buyers in the local market but also to access buyers from around the world. He is a wonderful psychiatrist and chess player as he encourages the parties to come to agreement, regardless of the hurdles every deal faces. When it came time to sell, our partnership chose Bob for those obvious reasons. During the marketing process, as expected, we received offers from a wide array of potential buyers. Ultimately, the activity that Bob and his team generated created a bidding war and, ultimately, an outstanding price for us. It was a job extremely well done!

Bob Knakal is my ‘go-to’ commercial real estate sales broker. I can always count on him to come through for me.

When it was time to sell our retail assets, a friend suggested that I reach out to Bob Knakal and his team to run a marketing process for us. I’m glad we did that. Bob and his team have worked relentlessly for us turning over every stone to find us the perfect buyer. He said they would proactively engage with the brokerage community and did just that. Ultimately, the buyer came through another broker and Bob and his team pushed that transaction just as hard as if it was a direct deal. They kept our best interests in mind every step of the way and it was a pleasure to work with them. I highly recommend them to other sellers of assets in New York City.

Bob and his team have sold dozens of retail assets for us over the years. Our two buildings on Nassau Street created a tremendous development opportunity. Bob created a competitive bidding process that achieved great pricing for us.

The best decision made was to bring in Bob Knakal and his team to represent us in this sale. Bob’s insights were remarkably spot on and his handling of all aspects were professional from start to finish. My thanks to Bob and his entire team. And as the final acid test, the financial results were literally better than we could have expected and certainly “above market,” to the extent such a term can be applied to a closed transaction. We would be happy to give our highest recommendation to other potential sellers.

The Van Alen Institute, a 125-year-old design not-for-profit, owned 30 West 22nd Street for many years when we decided it was time to rebalance our portfolio to advance our mission. We wanted to retain a team who not only understood the local marketplace but also had a great track record. Although our property could not be delivered completely vacant upon sale, the leases were relatively short term and we wanted a team that could target user buyers with accuracy. Bob Knakal and Stephen Palmese were the perfect choice for this assignment given their extensive track record with not for profits and on transactions of this kind. The marketing approach was clear and the results undeniable. Bob and Stephen helped the Van Alen Institute rebalance our portfolio thereby enabling us to invest in creating more equitable cities through inclusive design.

We have done several deals with Bob Knakal and his team and each time they go above and beyond for us. If you are selling a development site in New York City, you must speak to Bob and his team.

Thanks a lot Bob. You did a great job!

There was only one broker who could have done this complicated deal for us. Bob Knakal and his team hit the ball out of the park for us with flawless execution.

I learned the business from, in my opinion, the best building sales broker in New York. There’s Bob Knakal and then there’s everybody else.

Given the development aspects of this property, Bob Knakal and his team were the prefect choice for the sale of 538 Ninth Avenue. Bob is a winner!

Bob, thanks for all of your hard work on our behalf. We couldn’t have done this without you!

We have done many deals with Bob Knakal and his team. They are excellent at what they do and always get us top prices.

We have enjoyed a long-term relationship with Bob Knakal and his team. When we were considering the sale of our retail condo at 85 Fifth Avenue, we felt Bob would be able to expose the asset to a large and diversified field of potential buyers from across the globe. We were very impressed with the wide array of interested prospects that the team developed. All of that competition led to a very favorable result for us. We are happy to recommend Bob and his team to other potential sellers.

When our families needed to select a broker, we interviewed several firms. Bob Knakal’s enthusiasm, optimism and professionalism made him the clear choice for us. He protected our best interests every step of the way throughout the entire sales process. We are already doing more deals with him and are happy to recommend Bob to other potential sellers of properties. Bob will not let you down.

We have enjoyed a long-term relationship with Bob Knakal for many years. Bob has provided Stonehenge with valuable, strategic advice and market data in order to assist us in making informed and timely decisions relating to our existing portfolio of properties in Manhattan. When it came time for us to sell 330 East 63rd Street, there was simply no one better than Bob Knakal to lead the initiative on our behalf. Bob and his team delivered in every sense, period!

Bob was the perfect choice. Bobby Knakal and his team have been a valued advisor to our firm for decades. He presented a plan that we thought was very ambitious but, in his usual way, exceeded our expectations across the board. We value our relationship with him and his team and would happily recommend him to anyone looking to sell an asset in New York City.

When our board decided it was time to sell our building, we set out to interview several brokers and brokerage firms. We did just that and interviewed seven firms. All of our board members were immediately impressed with Bob Knakal’s encyclopedic knowledge of all the comparable sales. It was not surprising given he was the broker on more than half of them. Bob was straightforward, exuded confidence - but humility, and was so enthusiastic about this opportunity. It was an easy choice to select him as our broker. The marketing program went perfectly. We had potential buyers coming to the property almost every day and Bob got us a total of 46 offers for our building. We could not be more pleased with the results. Bob is the best!

Bob Knakal did an outstanding job for me on this sale. For many years, Bob called me regularly with market information as well as updates about what was happening in my neighborhood. He was relentless, but polite, in his pursuit of me. I felt he would behave the same way while working for a buyer - he didn’t let me down. I have no doubt I received the highest possible price.

We have enjoyed a long and mutually successful relationship with Bob Knakal and his team. He did a great job for us on Second Avenue.

Along with his solid track record, Bob has a deep understanding of commercial real estate and is among the leading experts of our time.

Bob Knakal has always been one of my go-to brokers for property sales in New York. No one knows the market better and is, frankly, more likeable. I have truly enjoyed my relationship with Bob over the years and I am always impressed with the results he produces for me. I can’t buy anything from him because the prices he gets are always too high for me but whenever I want to sell something, he is always on the short list. No seller will ever make a mistake by working with Bob Knakal.

From the start of this project, we assumed the tenant on the ground floor would be the most logical buyer for a number of reasons but we just couldn’t get them to the fair price. Bob Knakal and his team implemented some very ingenious tactics in the marketing of this property and, ultimately, the tenant purchased the property but at a much more favorable price than was previously offered. Bob did a great job for us here.

Bob, thanks for doing such a great job for us. We couldn’t be happier with the results you produced

Our family has has known and worked with Bob Knakal and his team for decades and have always admired their ability to get challenging transactions closed. We respect the fact that day after day and year after year Bob and his team are fully engaged in the New York City market and have never taken their eyes off what is going on here. When we and our partners decided the time was right to sell our Third Avenue site, we chose Bob, Clint Olsen and the whole team to represent us. There were many twists and turns along the way but they stuck by our side each step of the way and, in the end, the results they produced were outstanding for us. We would happily work with them again and recommend them to anyone looking to sell a property in New York City.

Bob Knakal and his team were able to come up with great solutions when problems arose that were totally equitable for me. Bob is a creative dealmaker. I was confident that he would perform this way and that is why I hired him. Thank you for a job well done.

My husband and I had been speaking to Bob Knakal three or four times per year for many years and he was always so helpful letting us know what was selling in the neighborhood and for how much. We live in Texas so having someone on the ground in NY to advise us was very reassuring. He really knew our neighborhood and we felt extremely comfortable hiring him to represent our property for sale. It was in our family for a long time and we didn’t want just anyone selling it for us. Bob did a wonderful job for us and got us a beautiful price. We were lucky to find Bob and are very grateful for his help.

Bob Knakal has been a great friend and our ‘go-to’ sales broker in New York City. His integrity is beyond question and he is the quintessential professional. We highly recommend him.

Bob Knakal represented us on several transactions and the results he produced for us on 25th Street were no different from the others. They were GREAT! Bob, thanks for all of the hard work on our behalf.

Bob Knakal and his sales team achieved a pricing level which was above and beyond our expectations. They secured worldwide attention by positioning this site as the most significant in the marketplace. Their creative approach led to a smooth and successful close.

Bob Knakal and his team did a masterful job maximizing our sale price on 44th Street. I highly recommend him to other sellers.

Our school had several assets to sell as we wanted to take advantage of the real estate market to raise funds to expand our educational mission. We identified several assets that we were interested in selling. Given his stellar track record, we asked Bob Knakal to take a look at all of the assets and provide his opinion of value and strategic insights about what should be sold now and what we should wait to sell. We were not expecting a broker to tell us not to sell some assets now, but that’s what Bob did. Those that he suggested we sell, we agreed with and Bob and his team did a great job for us finding perfect buyers for each of our properties. We highly recommend Bob and his team to sellers of properties in New York.

I knew we needed a broker who was an expert in the sale of development sites and who could access the broadest arena of buyers in the marketplace. Bob Knakal and his team did just that. We were really surprised by how many offers we received and were so pleased by how hard the team worked on our behalf. I was also happy with the responsiveness of the team. My calls were returned very timely and I felt like the team was there for me every step of the way. I give Bob and his team my highest recommendation.

Bob Knakal called me for years about this site. When it was time to sell, who else was I going to call? Bob is a true professional.

Bob Knakal and his team did everything they said they would do and more to produce an outstanding result for us.

The prices obtained for these assets are a testament to the knowledge possessed by Bob Knakal, and his team, of the development landscape in New York City, as well as a profound understanding of the multifamily apartment building sale market in New York. Given the constraints on this process, the results were absolutely remarkable.

We really needed an advocate in our corner. Our advisors said Bob Knakal was the best man for the job. Bob protected us in every way and led us beautifully through a difficult process. He really was the best man for the job.

Our development site on 24th Street had a number of twists and turns and, once again, Bob Knakal and his team came through for us. Understanding the intricacies of the zoning code is something not many brokers can claim but Bob gets it. This was another job well done by Bob and his team on our behalf.

We thank Bob Knakal for all his hard work, diligence, honesty and integrity in brokering the sale of 1205-1225 Broadway. This is the second such transaction effectuated by Bob for us and, if such services are needed in the future, we will not look anywhere else but Bob Knakal.

Bob Knakal has been a great friend and our ‘go-to’ sales broker in New York City. His integrity is beyond question and he is the quintessential professional. We highly recommend him.

When I met Bob Knakal I was immediately impressed with his knowledge of the neighborhood and enthusiasm for my property. Bob had to overcome many obstacles here and work his tail off day after day and week after week to get me my price. He told me that a user would be the best buyer for me and he found a perfect user. I give Bob Knakal my highest recommendation to any seller looking for a real broker to tenaciously fight for their best interests.

Bob, we could never thank you enough for all of the time and guidance you provided to us over the years. Thank you, Thank you, Thank you!

We could not give Bob Knakal a higher recommendation. We knew that a sale of our property at 48-50 West 74th Street was necessary and it was of utmost importance to us that we received the highest possible price as every single dollar was meaningful to us in order to continue our various missions. Bob led the process expertly - working diligently every day to find the perfect buyer for us. We are so happy that the new owners are going to operate a school out of the building. A seller of a building in New York City will never make a mistake working with Bob Knakal.

Bob Knakal and his team did exactly what they said they would and got us the price they told us they would. It was more than we expected. Any seller of land in New York City should contact him.

When it became time to sell our fee position, we looked very carefully and thoroughly for the perfect broker. We wanted a completely honorable person, who communicated well, was available, smart, connected and would work extremely hard on our behalf. We wanted someone who could reach potential buyers outside of the US and yet knew the local market and buyers inside out. Sadly, our ownership structure presented various challenges and we knew we needed a representative who could maneuver effectively with all stakeholders in this transaction and who understood complex business, tax and legal structures. After talking with a number of significant buyers and sellers in NYC and interviewing more than 10 final candidates we chose Bob Knakal and his team – and they met or exceeded our expectations in every category. Bob navigated a complicated process with intelligent (and intuitive) strategies and advice, maintaining integrity throughout the process. He remained consistently aligned with our best interest but also told us what was unreasonable or wouldn’t work and we were thrilled with the results. We got a deal that far exceeded all the original estimates and predictions and we only got it because of Bob’s wisdom, patience, interpersonal skills, incredible hard work and knowledge of all the players in the NY market. We are happy to provide any potential seller with our highest recommendation of Bob and his team.

Bob Knakal and his team really hit the ball out of the park for us on this transaction. They were able to generate dozens of offers from a variety of different types of buyers, including investors from overseas. Additionally, they stayed on top of the marketing process every step of the way from due diligence to contract signing to closing. Ultimately, we sold the property at a level above what we had expected. We would happily recommend Bob and his team to other potential sellers.

When it was time to sell a unique property we owned on Amsterdam Avenue, we knew we needed a brokerage team that had a great reputation, an extensive track record, an understanding of the local marketplace and, importantly, had expertise in user property sales as we knew that a user buyer would lead to an optimal result for us. Bob Knakal and his team possessed all of these qualities. They created and implemented a marketing plan that exposed the property to the widest arena of potential buyers domestically and internationally. Their extensive list of user buyers for properties in New York City was a great resource to access potential user buyers. The team was highly communicative, did everything they said they would and produced an outstanding result for us. We highly recommend Bob and his team to anyone interested in selling a property in New York.

I am not a real estate professional so when it became time to sell my building, I wanted someone I could trust and who was a nice person. Bob Knakal sent me real estate market information for years and would call me all the time without pestering me so when I decided to sell my building, I didn’t even talk to anyone else. If you want a broker who is highly capable, works very hard and is an extraordinarily nice person, then Bob is your man!

We have always enjoyed a great relationship with Bob Knakal and his team. Bob has been a great friend to the bank and his performance on the sale of 5 Hanover was outstanding.

My father purchased our building many years ago and it has been a very important part of our family for decades. I never would have entrusted the sale to just any broker. Bob Knakal was the only broker I spoke to. For years he sent me reports on the market here and he called me all the time. His knowledge of the market is unparalleled and his passion for the business is obvious. Bob did an absolutely outstanding job for me on the sale of my building and I highly recommend him to anyone else that wants to sell a building in New York City and achieve spectacular results.

I initially thought selling my building would be easy. For years, everyone on the block would be calling me and telling men they wanted to purchase the property. I never realized how treacherous the commercial real estate market could be. After trying to sell by myself for several months, I decided I needed help and hired Bob Knakal to guide me through the sales process. I am so glad I did that. Bob helped me maneuver through these shark infested waters and led me to safety. The number of twists and turns that occurred were significant and Bob had an answer or strategic solution for every curveball that was thrown at us. I should have brought him on from the start. If you are considering the sale of a property in New York, you must call Bob. It will be the best move that you make.

When we decided to sell our Third Avenue site, we thought getting Bob Knakal’s insights would be helpful given his significant track record on development site sales over many decades. Our family’s relationship with Bob goes back to the 1980s and we were happy to have him consult with us during the sales process. His involvement helped us achieve results that we were very pleased with and we recommend him to other sellers of land in New York City.

Bob Knakal did a great job for us selling the building at 256 West 52nd Street. The building was in terrible shape but, because it was vacant, Bob felt a user buyer would be the best buyer and - in fact - in our first meeting told us a restaurant operator would purchase the property. After an exhaustive marketing program, the highest offer we received was from a restaurant operator just as Bob predicted months earlier. We look forward to doing more business with Bob.

Our pricing expectations were admittedly aggressive, but Bob Knakal and his team convinced us that by maximizing the exposure of the site to a very broad market, that a first time or non-obvious buyer, large private equity firms partnered with new market players could be obtained who would pay us our price. The implementation of their program was flawless and provided us with tremendous leverage to use with the buyers they lined up. It was a fantastic execution of a proven system.