Meeting Louise Simon at the beginning of my journey of searching for a new home in Brooklyn was kismet! From the first open house to more than half a dozen further open houses in different neighborhoods, Louise advised, encouraged, explained and supported me in ways I didn't even know I needed. Learning the ins and outs of apartment purchases, whether condo or coop, was a serious study that Louise mentored me through every step of the way for the past five months. When we found the right apartment, Louise shifted into high gear and got me to join her on this very demanding ride through rules, regulations, procedures, financial and legal documentation and mortgage approvals. She is a gem as a realtor, and such a generous human being in what can often be very stressing times -- moving homes! Fran Bartkowski