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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 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.

Bob Knakal knows land sales in New York better than anyone. This transaction was not as straightforward as it appeared. Bob’s cunning and ingenuity made it happen. If you are selling a property in New York City, calling Bob Knakal is the best move you could make.

Bob, on behalf of myself and the Board of American Jewish Congress, we would like to thank you for doing such a great job representing us on the sale of 15 East 84th Street. You told us from the start that a user buyer would be the optimal buyer for us and you were not only correct, but you found the perfect buyer for our building. Thanks again for a job extraordinarily well done!

We wanted to work with advisors who know the land market cold and who would work tirelessly on our behalf to achieve a great result for us. Bob Knakal and his team did just that. We would be happy to recommend Bob and his team to anyone looking to sell a development site in New York.

Few people are as knowledgeable about the marketplace as Bob Knakal. And that translates into the wisest deals and best execution possible. In multiple transactions, from selling unsold blocks of high-end condos to buying raw land in NYC - Bob has guided me with wisdom and a clear sense of where the market was moving. As the old commercial said - when he talks - I listen.

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 Knakal sold 235 East 58th Street to me so when I wanted to sell it, he was the natural choice. That, coupled with the fact that he has sold several buildings on the block recently, gave me a lot of confidence. Bob worked hard to find a user buyer who paid me a great price. I am very happy with the results.

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

When it comes to development site sales, Bob Knakal is our ‘goto’ broker, especially in Hudson Yards. Bob got us a fantastic price and did everything he said he would.

Bob, I never thought we were going to get this building sold but you never gave up. You are a tireless and relentless broker and you did a great job for me. Thank you so much!

When it was time to sell our parking lot we knew it had development potential so Bob Knakal and his team were the perfect choice for us. They were terrific.

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.

Bob Knakal is a true professional. He worked tirelessly for us and did everything he could to bring buyers to my building. Only the right buyer would be able to see what was done to the property and appreciate it. Bob appreciated it and was able to convey how special this building is to buyers. I could not be happier with the job Bob did representing me on this sale.

Bob, you could not have done a better job on this one. It was a great deal all around and you got it done very quickly. Thanks for all of your hard work.

Bob Knakal has been our family’s go to salesbroker for many years. Bob has sold several properties for us and this one was the most challenging. Bob was with us each step of the way and really protected our interests. Being our “trusted advisor” is an understatement. We greatly appreciate our longstanding relationship with Bob Knakal.

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.

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.

We had a challenging history with 968 Third Avenue and Bob Knakal was there every step of the way with us. When it was time to sell our interest in the property, Bob was an easy choice. We are extremely pleased with the results Bob produced and would be happy to recommend him to other sellers. He will go above and beyond the call of duty to get the job done for you.

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.

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!

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.

When we decided to market 29 Jay Street, we did a comprehensive survey of the top New York City brokers. In the end, we chose Bob Knakal and his team based on their track record in development sites and their marketing plan. It was clearly an important deal for Bob who remained on the front line with us in terms of communications, execution of the marketing plan, and negotiations. We were very pleased and would highly recommend Bob and his team to other sellers.

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.

Bob Knakal and his team did a truly exceptional job on this assignment for us. They were able to navigate through all the hurdles that were thrown at us during the process and in the end were able to effectuate a sale for us that met all of our needs. This is the second portfolio sale that they have completed for us and we will continue to look to them for our NYC real estate needs. Their knowledge of the marketplace and dedication to producing excellent results is unsurpassed.

When we needed to sell 24 West 45th Street, we interviewed several brokerage firms. It would have been easy to go with one of the big national or global firms but we took a chance with Bob Knakal because his local market knowledge and his track record in the neighborhood. He did a fabulous job for us. No one could have done a better job for us. We suggest that any seller speak to Bob before selecting another broker.

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 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.

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 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.

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 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.

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.

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 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 we decided to go to market with 123 Lafayette, we knew that we needed to hire an advisor that had the unique ability to reach every sector of the investor audience in order to achieve our target pricing. We hired Bob Knakal and his team because of their specific experience with similar properties and their proficiency for reaching all local, foreign, institutional, and high net-worth investors. This coupled with their customized marketing program produced incredible execution and a sales price that allowed us to more than triple our original investment. I would absolutely hire Bob and his team again and would urge anyone with a similar asset to do so.

Bob Knakal and his team are the best of the best! They and their team helped the sellers of 920 Park navigate an uncertain market with their expertise, experience and unparalleled knowledge and understanding of the NYC multifamily market. Their ability to package, promote and shepherd the sales process from inception to closing is not only due to their skill and grasp of the market, but also their tremendous rolodex and tireless perseverance. They are available 24/7, make you feel as if you are their most important client, and have your back at all times. Because they work to protect your interests, every seller of NYC multifamily property should not hesitate to make them their first call.

Bob Knakal and his team did a great job for us on the sale of 235 East 55th Street. Thanks guys!

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 team led by Bob Knakal did a superb job for us, culminating in a sale price exceeding our initial expectations. Throughout a time-consuming and tenuous process of getting the servicer to allow transfer of the existing mortgage to a new borrower, Bob’s team stayed on the case, resulting in a timely closing. As we have achieved in our prior experiences with Massey Knakal, we are very pleased with the results of this sales effort. I would not hesitate to utilize the resources of Bob Knakal again for future sales assignments.

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.

I had known Bob Knakal for many years since he would regularly be a speaker at Appraisal Institute real estate appraisal events. I was always very impressed with Bob’s knowledge of the New York City metropolitan investment sales market, so when it came time to select an investment sales broker to sell our family’s mixed-use building on Third Avenue, Bob was the first person that I thought of to assist us with the sale of our mixed use building. Bob and his team were incredibly professional and diligent in helping us to sell our asset. Selling a property during the Covid pandemic can prove to be very challenging so you need an experienced investment sales broker to help guide the process. Bob was able to get us the best possible sales price during these challenging times.

Bob Knakal knows this neighborhood better than anyone. He found the perfect buyer for us. Bob, you are the best!

When we decided to sell 560 Seventh Avenue, we interviewed several of the top brokerage firms in town. All of the firms told us the value of the property was approximately $40 million. Bob Knakal and his sales team told us the site was worth $60 million. At first, we were skeptical but Bob was able to clearly articulate his methodology and we decided to go with him. As you can imagine, my Board and I are extremely pleased with our $62.3 million sales price. I highly recommend Bob and his team, and, in fact, we are already working on another transaction together.

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.

After another successful transaction with him in the neighborhood, we decided to give Bob the opportunity to compete for the assignment to sell our office building at 21 Penn Plaza. He and his team gave us a valuation that was tangibly higher than the other brokers we interviewed and also told us that the buyer would not be one of the typical buyers of this type of asset. The buyer did indeed fall into the non-typical category for this type of asset and the price Bob achieved for us was in excess of his valuation. We are extremely pleased with the quality of the execution we received here.

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.

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 and his team did a wonderful job for me on the sale of 241 East 51st Street. Bob demonstrated great integrity and hard work throughout the sales process and protected my interests at every turn. Brokers generally don’t have great reputations but working with someone like Bob Knakal will restore your faith that people can be good and always do the right thing. I can honestly say that I completely trusted Bob and he truly came through for me!

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.

I have admired and respected Bob Knakal’s wide marketing approach which maximizes exposure and creates competitive bidding. He achieved a great result for us on this site.

We are from Arizona and needed to sell our development site. Everyone told us to call Bob Knakal. They said he was the best land broker in New York City. They were right! Bob did a great job for us.

Bob Knakal was able to market and complete the sale of our portfolio in Washington Heights all in under three months, while hitting our objectives for terms and price. It was a herculean task made to look simple.

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.

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.

We wanted to find a buyer who believed in the development potential of our property. Bob Knakal and his team found the perfect buyer for our site and we could not be happier with the results. We highly recommend him to the sellers of any property in New York City. They are the best in the business.

Our family could not have selected better brokers for this sale than Bob and his team. They were terrific.

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

I was introduced to Bob Knakal by my attorney and I am so glad he made that introduction. When we retained Bob to sell 199 Bowery, we were confident that we made the right choice and the results of the assignment proved that we were right. Bob worked tirelessly on our behalf, working seven days a week to get the job done for us. You simply won’t find anyone that will work harder for you than Bob Knakal.

Our property was in an unusual zoning district for Manhattan where the FAR was well below the FAR on surrounding blocks. Based upon the tremendous impact this could have on value, we chose Bob Knakal and his team to represent us because we felt he would be effectively able to convince buyers that there was additional tangible value in our asset beyond what currently existed. Bob’s extensive knowledge and unparalleled track record within the area made him an easy choice to represent us. Our confidence in him was well founded as we achieved a price which set a record for the neighborhood. We would gladly recommend Bob and his team to other potential sellers.

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

Bob sold me the property so naturally, when I decided to sell it, he was my choice. Bob did a tremendous job for me and obtained a price we were very pleased with. Thanks Bob.

Our work with Bob Knakal, over many years, provided us with a comfort level to allow him to help with our largest transactions. Bob was a guiding light who helped us navigate shark-infested waters towards a result which we could not have imagined. I highly recommend Bob and his team to anyone who wants a devoted advocate on their side when they are negotiating with the toughest real estate developers in New York.

We made the decision to retain Bob Knakal and his team based on their track record for achieving record development site pricing. This transaction was fairly complex, involving tenant litigation and challenging zoning issues that necessitated a non-traditional deal structure. In turn, this could have really harmed our sale pricing. In spite of the challenges, Bob and his team did an excellent job talking purchasers through the potential issues and were instrumental in bringing about a fantastic result. Overall, we were thrilled with their team’s execution and would certainly look to use their team again.

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

Bob Knakal and his team were able to find the right buyer for us within an extremely short time frame. Their knowledge of the local market and ability to reach the most logical parties very quickly enabled us to secure a sale that met all of the bank’s needs.

Thanks Bob. It’s always a pleasure working with you and your team. You have the patience of a saint. We look forward to closing more deals together when the time is right. Hopefully sooner than later.

Bob Knakal is always our choice when we want to go broadly to the market. He has the ability to extract the last dollar from the market and positions the assets in its best possible light to maximize the price. I highly recommend Bob and his team to anyone who wants to get top dollar for their property.

Bob Knakal and his team did a great job putting this deal together for us. Well done!

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.

Bob Knakal and his team provided prompt comprehensive market analysis to establish the offering price, cast a wide net and brought all the interested buyers through the property in a timely manner. They managed a structured negotiation yielding what I believe was the highest value for my property. The inherent confidence, clarity and communication they provide by the very nature of how they implement their exclusive representation of sellers established a transparent relationship allowing for the agility needed to consummate a sale in today’s environment. Bob Knakal's advice shaped the initial parameters at the outset that they worked carefully to adhere to providing regular reporting on their activities backed up with access as needed to drill deeper on any questions I had.

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.

Our bank got stuck with this asset as values fell during the savings and loan crisis. We thought the big brokerage houses wouldn’t pay attention to this small deal. We hired Bob Knakal and had confidence in him given his passion and market knowledge. This kid was amazing. He treated our building like it was the most important building in the world and got us a price above what we thought it was worth. Someday Bob is going to do something very special in the NYC brokerage world.

Bob Knakal and his team implemented the marketing program for our property flawlessly. The market was changing very rapidly at the time we went to the market and, based upon the high number of offers that were produced, we are sure that we obtained the highest possible price we could have received. We highly recommend Bob and his team.

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.

We made the decision to retain Bob Knakal and his team based on their track record for achieving record development site pricing. This transaction was fairly complex, involving tenant litigation and challenging zoning issues that necessitated a non-traditional deal structure. In turn, this could have really harmed our sale pricing. In spite of the challenges, Bob and his team did an excellent job talking purchasers through the potential issues and were instrumental in bringing about a fantastic result. Overall, we were thrilled with their team’s execution and would certainly look to use their team again.

This property had several challenging twists and turns given various easements and rights of way. We felt that given Bob Knakal’s tremendous track record in the sale of a wide array of development sites, he would clearly be able to express the issues to potential buyers and articulate mechanisms to address and overcome the issues. Bob and his team did just that, and we were very pleased by the results. We are happy to recommend Bob and his team to other potential sellers.

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

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!

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.

Bob Knakal and his team did a fantastic job – under challenging circumstances. They are true investment sale professionals, particularly for properties with development potential.

When our family was considering the sale of our building, we knew we needed a trusted advisor to assist us with the process as none of us were full time real estate professionals. We interviewed several brokers and Bob Knakal and his team stood out to us as professionals who had a great track record, had represented many families like ours and exhibited tremendous enthusiasm about the potential of helping us. They laid out a comprehensive marketing plan for our property and followed through on all of their promises. Bob and his team went the extra mile to help us achieve our objectives. We highly recommend Bob and his team to anyone considering the sale of a property in New York City.

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.

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.

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

Most brokers do the minimum in terms of effort and expect very high fees. On the sale of my property, I gave Bob Knakal a second chance to represent me after the tremendous job he did for me on the sale of 969 Madison Avenue. Here he did the same great job and helped us get a fantastic price. Bob went above and beyond for me time and time again and I know he will be very successful in his career. All sellers should speak to Bob Knakal...he won’t let you down.

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.

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.

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.

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.

We felt it was time to sell our site on Second Avenue and we were told Bob Knakal and his team would do a great job for us. We interviewed them and their track record spoke for itself. We retained them and it was clear that there were a number of issues with our site that were out of the ordinary. Bob and his team did everything anyone could have to get as many buyers from around the globe interested in our property and in the end they found a Chinese buyer who paid the highest price. We highly recommend them to other sellers in New York City.

When we saw how much interest was being generated for land sites in the Hudson Yards, we decided we could realize a huge profit without the risk of building and deploy that capital into several other transactions. In order to maximize our price, we decided to retain Bob Knakal, Stephen Palmese and their team to develop a market strategy and implement a sales process. Bob’s intimate knowledge of the complexities of the district proved invaluable in our being able to achieve a record price in record time. We highly recommend their team to any potential sellers.

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.

Bob Knakal has closed many high profile deals for us. This one was fast and at a great price for us.

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.

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.

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.

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 we decided to sell our site on 52nd Street, we knew we wanted a brokerage team with development site experience as well as granular knowledge of the neighborhood as the zoning is a bit complex here. When we interviewed Bob Knakal and his team, we immediately felt confident in their ability to get us the best price possible. We had done other transactions with Bob and his team previously and were aware of their track record in land transactions as well as their broad marketing program to maximize exposure. They did everything they said they would and produced great results for us. We highly recommend Bob and his team to any seller in New York City.