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Gus Lafkas graduated from New York Institute of Technology with a BBA Degree in Business Administration intending to become an entrepreneur. Gus became an owner of a Restaurant which gave him the organizational skills, the patience and the caring that is so needed in business.
Little did he realize back then that his life would take a turn in a different direction. He sold the business and began his mortgage career in 2002 followed by his passion of selling homes in 2008. To Gus, this feels natural and not like work!
In September 2008, Gus joined Douglas Elliman Real Estate, which he calls HOME!
Many wonderful people with big hearts believed in Gus and gave him an opportunity to succeed. He is bilingual (speaking both English and Greek). Gus is 100% devoted to ALL his customers giving them the service they deserve making himself available 24/7/365.
Ratings & Reviews
Gus is an extremely knowledgeable and helpful agent. We met him by chance at an open house about a year ago and immediately got good vibes. We asked him about potentially selling our house, but we weren't ready yet. He was not pushy at all and remained in contact with us until this spring when we were ready. We had a successful closing yesterday and will be closing on our new purchase on Friday. I now consider Gus not only my agent but a friend and I appreciate the relationship we have built. I highly recommend him to anyone looking for an agent who is always available, responsive and helpful.
True professional ! His experience and knowledge of the industry shined through from start to finish. Always picks up the phone when you need him. Will 1000% use again!!!
It's been excellent working together with Gus. He has a very strong work ethic and unparalleled analytical and problem solving abilities. Thanks to interpersonal skills he has great relations with both buyers, sellers and other realtors. He is not only a reliable and forward thinking Realtor but also a true professional who knows the lending and legal process and is one step ahead to get the deal done on time.
He saved our deal several times. Whenever we had a problem, there has never been a time he has left us without a solution. Ambitious and independent expert. I would recommend him for any type of deal.
We just bought our home with Gus and I can not be happier. I’ve never met a more knowledgeable, patient and professional agent. He was always there to answer my call or texts even when he was on vacation to Greece he answered me immediately! Thank you Gus it was a pleasure working with you!!
Gus recently helped us with our first home purchase, and the sale of an investment property within a few months of one another. Having someone like Gus, who has extensive knowledge of local markets, great industry relationships, and a patient demeanor for demanding clients like myself, proved invaluable. We could not have been more pleased with the experience on both of our transactions, Gus made the entire process go smoothly and went above and beyond expectations to meet our needs. I wouldn't hesitate to use him again for a purchase or sale of a home.
Professional Info
Brokerage
2300 Merrick Road
Merrick, NY 11566
Licensed
NY 10301201664
21 years experience
Awards
- Gold’s Circle Award 2022(Top 9 % of Company)
- Gold’s Circle Award 2021(Top 9 % of Company)
- Gold’s Circle Award 2020(Top 9 % of Company)
- Gold’s Circle Award 2019(Top 9 % of Company)
- Gold’s Circle Award 2018(Top 9 % of Company)
Specialties
- Age-restricted communities
- First-time buyers
- Flipping & rehab
- Luxury properties
- Relocation
Designations
- ABR®
- CRB
Languages
- English
- Greek
- Spanish
Hobbies
- Sports
Education
Graduate Degree, Business admin
1989 - 1993
Top Cities *
Bellmore
- 6 sales past 3 years
- 88 days on market
- $790K median price
Wantagh
- 4 sales past 3 years
- 101 days on market
- $665K median price
East Rockaway
- 2 sales past 3 years
- 63 days on market
- $710K median price
Service Areas
* Sales data is calculated based on transaction information available to Agent Pronto at the time of publishing and may not accurately reflect all transactions for a given agent.