TRY AGRESTI - Key Persons

Alva Ali

Job Titles:

Sales Associate, REALTOR®, License RS365162

Meet Alva Ali, a seasoned realtor with a unique journey that has taken her from the tropical shores of Saipan, Northern Mariana Islands, to the charming city of Erie in the United States. Her family made the life-changing move in late 2003, bringing with her a rich cultural background and a commitment to success. Having called Erie home for over two decades, she has integrated herself into the community and channeled her passion into assisting others in finding their perfect homes in the local market. Alva's educational journey reflects her dedication to personal and professional growth. She attended school in Erie from kindergarten, establishing roots early on, and later pursued her ambitions by obtaining an Associate's degree in Specialized Business from Fortis Institute in 2018. This educational background, coupled with her extensive real estate experience and a comprehensive understanding of the industry, positions her as a knowledgeable guide for clients, whether they are first-time homebuyers, veterans, investors, etc. Known for her caring and dedicated nature, Alva goes above and beyond to ensure her clients' needs are met. Her commitment to helping others extends beyond the real estate realm, as she actively contributes to community initiatives and endeavors. With a wealth of local knowledge, a passion for real estate, and a heart for service, Alva Ali stands ready to collaborate with diverse clients, turning housing dreams into reality!

Amanda Bert

Job Titles:

Sales Associate, REALTOR®, License RS358984

Hello! My name is Amanda Bert and I am so excited to be a part of the Agresti family. After living in almost every major city in Pennsylvania, I moved to Erie in 2018 with my husband who is a true Erieite and I am proud to call this wonderful city home. Real estate, interior design, tiny homes and dogs are just a few of my favorite things. My goal as a real estate agent is to find you the perfect property and to make the home buying and selling process as fun as possible! I look forward to making your home buying dreams come true!

Arjun Ghimire

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Sales Associate, REALTOR®, License RS371837

Arjun Ghimire is passionate about helping people find their dream homes, and is committed to providing his clients with the best possible service. He brings valuable experience from his background as an insurance agent. With a solid foundation in understanding risk management and financial protection, he is well-equipped to guide you through the real estate process with a keen eye on your overall security. He is always willing to go the extra mile for his clients. He's also a great listener, and is always happy to answer any questions you have about the home buying or selling process. His top priority is to ensure client satisfaction. Arjun's originally from Nepal and was resettled in the United States 13 years ago. He came to the US seeking a better life for himself and his family. He's now lived in Erie for the past 3 years. He loves Erie and is excited to help you find your perfect home here. He looks forward to leveraging his combined expertise in insurance and real estate to provide you with a comprehensive and informed experience. Arjun wants to navigate the real estate market together, ensuring your investment is not only a home, but a secure asset for the future!

Behar Hoxha

Job Titles:

Sales Associate, REALTOR®, License RS338608

I am Behar Hoxha born and raised in Kosovo, graduated with a Bachelor degree as a Chemistry major from the University of Prishtina in Kosova. I know what it's like to move somewhere without knowing the locale; I've crossed oceans to find a place to call "home". After raising my own family here in Erie , I recognize what it takes for "any house" to become your first home. I don't look for what "will work for now" (rarely will "now'" last for very long), and I strive to make the process as seamless and painless as possible. As a multi-million dollar producer with four years of experience, I feel quite justified in saying that I can do just that.

Ben DeSanti

Job Titles:

Sales Associate, REALTOR®, License RS359897, NY License 10401364780

Brian Agresti

Job Titles:

President, License RM421932

I'm Brian Agresti, I have lived in Erie with my wife Lynn and our 4 children, my whole life. I care about Erie and the people that live here. I have built our company with one goal in mind. Serve the Customer! This philosophy has helped me attract Top Agents, Appraisers, Property Managers & Contractors. I believe having a great team of people, serves the customer best. At Agresti Real Estate we believe in what is now considered to be Old Fashioned by most standards. We believe in Character, Integrity, Listening more than we speak, doing the right thing, no matter what the cost and treating people the way we want to be treated is just the way things were meant to be. Thank you for the opportunity to help you with your real estate, for we know that without you, we wouldn't be here. I am currently the acting Broker of Record at Agresti Real Estate.

Brielle Brown

Job Titles:

Sales Associate, REALTOR®, License RS347340

Brittany Arrigo

Job Titles:

Sales Associate, REALTOR®, License RS335047

Christopher "Bear" DeSanctis

Job Titles:

Sales Associate, REALTOR®, License RS359252

Hello, my name is Christopher DeSanctis, but you can call me ‘Bear'. I started my real estate career in 2020 buying, flipping, and renting homes and I just fell in love with the real estate industry and so I earned my license and now I WANT TO WORK FOR YOU! I am available everyday to assist you with your needs to sell or buy a home in the greater Erie, PA area. Whether you're an experienced investor, a homeowner looking to change things up, or a nervous first time home buyer, I will be there for you to help you in your personal journey. My first career as an adult was as a licensed physical therapist, where I served people through the toughest times of their lives. My patients trusted me with their livelihood and healthcare, and in return, I provided them with my excellence, compassion, dedication, and enthusiasm to improve their lives; as YOUR REAL ESTATE AGENT, I will do the same for you. Call, text, or email me any time so we discuss your real estate needs.

Crystal Arlington

Job Titles:

Sales Associate, REALTOR®, License RS364057

Crystal Arlington grew up with a father that worked on a farm. As a young, teenage mom, she found out early on that life can be a great motivator. She never gave up and she went on to earn a college degree. As a single parent, she learned all of the trials and decisions she made had rumors and consequences. Learning from her mistakes has allowed her to go on to becoming a dedicated wife and business leader in Erie, Pennsylvania. She is a mentor to other women and has earned numerous local and national awards. Some of these awards include the Gannon University Women in Leadership Legacy Award in 2012, the Triumph Award in 2014 from the National Landscape Association, and the National Enterprising Woman of the Year Award in 2015. She has been featured in numerous magazines as well. Some of these magazine features include the Erie Life Magazine, salon magazines, and she also had a national publication in Lawn and Landscape. This brought pride to Erie and plenty of trophy's home to her local community. She has also earned many certifications including CSP, LICM, ASCA-C, USGBC green associate and a PA Notary. She is a mentor to young adults and teenage mothers in the Erie and surrounding areas.

Dan Cruz

Job Titles:

Sales Associate, REALTOR®, CREN, License RS357852

Dan was born and raised in Erie and now resides in Fairview. He has been on the consumer side of buying and selling real estate, so he is extremely excited to be a part of the Agresti family to help others to enjoy the feeling that buying or selling a home brings. Dan has spent most of his adult life in the industrial side of the workforce, teaching him not only the value of hard work, but also doing so efficiently. His motto is "If you have a DREAM, BELIEVE it and you can ACHIEVE it" and he believes in helping you achieve your dream of owning (or selling) your home. Give me a call and let's get to work! Dan is a Certified Real Estate Negotiator (CREN), which means he has a specialization in negotiating the best price for his clients. This designation is just another amazing tool in Dan's toolkit for his buyers and sellers!

Dana Dickerson

Job Titles:

Sales Associate, REALTOR®, License RS358910

Dana Dickerson is a Realtor®, landlord, hair stylist, and mother of four. She graduated from McDowell High School as a part of the 2006 class. After high school graduation, Dana became a young and motivated parent to her first-born child. Through many trials and tribulations, Dana continued to use the term "determination" to get where she wanted to be. In 2012 Dana graduated from TONI&GUY Hairdressing Academy where she was awarded a first-place finish in the Avant-garde hair show. Once again, proving to herself and those around her that "determination" is something that she does not lack. Dana then decided to join the Olive Garden team in 2014 where she excelled in building customer relationships with everyone around her. While continuing to be hairstylist and a waitress, Dana was determined to purchase property and compel her way into the housing market. Dana purchased her first property in 2013 and has been investing in real estate since. House flipping became her favorite pastime. Dana decided it was time to advance her career in the field and obtained her real estate license in May 2021. By 2022 Dana closed 2.4 million in volume as a new realtor with a local real estate team. Now in 2023, Dana decided it was time to venture out on her own and join the #1 Real Estate Sales Office, Agresti Real Estate. Dana enjoys working with first-time home buyers and servicing the people of Erie. Dana's motto in life is "Be a Doer" and she does just that!

Dave Barefoot

Job Titles:

Sales Associate, REALTOR®, License RS335047

Hi there! My name is David Barefoot and I am proud to call Erie my new home. I was born and raised in Johnstown, PA and then attended college at Point Park University in downtown Pittsburgh. During my time in college, I played baseball while further developing my entrepreneurial spirit. Since I was young, I've had the opportunity to watch and absorb a true business sense from my dad who has been self-employed since I can remember. His hand in the settlement business is what familiarized me with the real estate industry at an early age. After college, I started my first business in real estate media and developed a clientele list that began in Pittsburgh and expanded up to Erie! I had the pleasure to work with several Agresti Real Estate agents as well as the brokerage on a few commercial productions. Not long after, I realized my desire to take a deeper dive into real estate and I wanted to do it as a member of the Agresti team. I have always been a go-getter and can assure you that I will be present every step of the way! Please feel free to contact me anytime. I look forward to connecting with you!

Dee Caruana

Job Titles:

Sales Associate, REALTOR®, License RS212466L

Hi, my name is Dee Caruana and I have been a FULL TIME Realtor for the past 28 years. After 20 years with RE/MAX Real Estate I decided to make a change. Times have changed…and so has the Real Estate Industry. By joining the fastest growing Real Estate office of Agresti Real Estate (#1 Office 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022) I have the ability to offer you MORE flexibility in advertising and marketing and have access to the most "DOMINANT" Internet Marketing in Erie! For the past 21 of my 28 years I have remained a TOP 5 Producer in Erie County. Currently ranked 11th out of 584 agents in Erie County. I average 55-75 homes SOLD a year. During my 20 years with RE/MAX I was awarded the prestigious 100% Club 18 consecutive years (ONLY 18% of RE/MAX affiliates NATIONALLY rec. this award) and was Inducted in the RE/MAX Hall of Fame. I believe the secret to my success is my HONEST and UPFRONT approach along with the fact that I always go "ABOVE & BEYOND" the call of duty to get the job done! I have always been told my customer service is 2nd to NONE and I believe the fact that 97% of business comes from referrals confirms that I'm doing something right!

Devin Finazzo

Job Titles:

Sales Associate, REALTOR®, License RS316364

Hi, I'm Devin and I was born and raised in Erie. I grew up loving and playing many sports. I went to Millcreek schools and graduated high school at McDowell. After graduating college at Edinboro University, I moved to Las Vegas, Nevada where I lived for four years. There I practiced real estate in a fast paced market. After four years, I then decided to move back to Erie to be closer to family and start a family of my own. Now I'm excited to join the Agresti family and continue practicing real estate. I look forward to working with you on any of your real estate needs. Call or text me anytime.

Dorothy Butala

Job Titles:

Sales Associate, REALTOR®, License RS333106

Eric Hammill

Job Titles:

Sales Associate, REALTOR®, License RS342030

Hi, my name is Eric Hammill. In today's fast-paced Real Estate Market, you need an agent working for YOU! I have over two decades of customer service experience and have been a Real Estate Investor for over fifteen years. Whether you are a first time home buyer, have owned several homes, or are a seasoned investor, I will be there to help you navigate your next transaction. You will not find a more honest, hard-working, and dedicated agent, backed by the best support staff in the Erie area! Call or email me anytime - I am always working for you!

Gina Allison

Job Titles:

Sales Associate, REALTOR®, License RS359001

Hi, my name is Gina Allison and I'd like to help you with your real estate needs! Born and raised in Erie, I live in Fairview with my wonderful husband and our 3 adult children. Family is very important to me and I'm excited to be part of the Agresti Real Estate family. I graduated from Villa Maria Academy and Gannon University. Throughout my working career I have owned a business and worked in social services. I recently began a career in remodeling and new home construction. I will use my training and life experiences to help you navigate the real estate market whether it is to buy or sell a home. When I'm not working, I like to golf, play tennis, go bike riding and sit with a good book.

Hana Eisert-Wlodarczyk

Job Titles:

Sales Associate, REALTOR®, License RS367650

Jake Scheloske

Job Titles:

Vice President Sales, REALTOR®, License RS318016

Jessica Coleman

Job Titles:

Sales Associate, REALTOR®, License RS348440

Born and raised in Erie, Jessica studied Elementary Education at Edinboro University and went on to get her Masters in Education from Gannon University. Jessica knows buying or selling a home can be a complicated and emotional time, so she relies on her teaching experience to help you through the process. She has been described as hard working, reliable, honest and dependable. When she's not helping clients buy and sell real estate, she is dedicating her time to educating the youth of the newest residents of Erie, PA as an ESL teacher. Her passion for teaching will be incorporated into your experience to help you best understand the buying or selling process!

Jessica Graziano

Job Titles:

Sales Associate, REALTOR®, License RS360033

Jessie Stamp

Job Titles:

Vice President Operations, License RS360867

Joe Collins

Job Titles:

Sales Associate, REALTOR®, License RS364957

Joe Finazzo

Job Titles:

Sales Associate , REALTOR®, Short - Sale Specialist, License RS115862A

John DiRienzo

Job Titles:

Sales Associate, REALTOR®, License RS348495

My name is John DiRienzo, and I have been in the sales market for over 23 years. Throughout my 23 years of experience, I attained a great deal of knowledge in customer service, being passionate while working with my clients and fulfilling their needs, and using the latest technology to be on the cutting edge of the business world. I have brought my negotiation and sales skills to the Real Estate industry to pursue a career in helping people buy and sell their properties. I was born and raised in Erie, PA. I have two children John jr and Emilia. In my spare time I enjoy hiking with my 3 dogs, fishing, and boating with my family. With being born and raised in Erie County, I have a passion to help my community in the same way I've helped my clients.

Katie Cameron

Job Titles:

Sales Associate, REALTOR®, License RS366602

Kelley Chandley

Job Titles:

Licensed Appraisal Assistant, License LAT001062

Hi, my name is Kelley (Howell) Chandley and I'm proud to say I'm an Erie native. I'm a graduate of McDowell High School and have over 10 years of customer service experience. I enjoy working with people and am I'm excited to be part of the Agresti team, where as a full time sales associate I can help you 24/7 with all your current and future real estate needs. We at Agresti provide our customers with the proper tools that are customized for the client to make realty needs a reality. I strive to build a solid foundation with all of my clients and provide 100% satisfaction. I am here to help you with all of your real estate needs please feel free to call, text, or email me anytime.