Donald Lai - Corcoran Group

category: Real estate agent, Commercial real estate agency
address: 245 Bedford Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11211, United States
Phone: +1 917-947-9917
worktime:
DayTime
Monday9 AM–8 PM
Tuesday9 AM–8 PM
Wednesday9 AM–8 PM
Thursday9 AM–8 PM
Friday9 AM–7 PM
Saturday10 AM–7 PM
Sunday10 AM–7 PM

site: http://www.corcoran.com/dlai
rayting: 5
services: Service options: Online appointments, On-site services,
Planning: Appointment required,




Name: W**** H** C**
Date: 2024-02-07 19:49:31
Rating: 5
Comment: The team is really responsive and transactions are very smooth.Good work.

Name: Q****** S***
Date: 2024-01-20 19:09:33
Rating: 5
Comment: Im grateful for Donalds effective approach. His expertise and thoughtful communication made all smooth. I appreciate his patience and his efforts. Five star!

Name: T***** C****
Date: 2023-11-02 22:17:39
Rating: 5
Comment: I recently had the pleasure of working with Donald Lai. I hired Donald to sell my multi-family property in Bushwick. Not only did Donald deliver a full price cash offer in a matter of days, he helped secure new tenants at higher rents. In addition, he is very responsive and proactive. Super easy to get a long with. A win, win! I highly recommend Donald for all of your real estate needs.
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Name: S**** I*********
Date: 2023-08-21 20:51:02
Rating: 5
Comment: Let me start off by saying I never write reviews but I had to make an exception for Donald Lai if you are looking to buy or sell a home you can do no better than with Don he made the whole process smooth and easy I highly recommend you give him a call you won’t regret it

Name: B******* L**
Date: 2023-04-12 12:10:41
Rating: 5
Comment: Fantastic person with whom to work. Generous with his time, provides excellent advice, makes helpful suggestions, and allowed me to make my own decisions. Would absolutely work with him again.

Name: M******* B***
Date: 2023-03-09 16:08:33
Rating: 5
Comment: Thank you so much to Donald and the team. I was on a tight timeline and needed help finding a place in New York City. They took care of the whole (and seemingly complicated!) process of gathering documents and submitting the application package to the landlord. They answered all my questions and got me what I wanted. Thanks!

Name: 2** P*******
Date: 2023-03-08 21:21:04
Rating: 5
Comment: It is a pleasure to do business with Donald Lai from the Corcoran Group. I have been working with Donald Lai for more than 7 years and until now I have not had a bad experience with the tenants who had signed a rental lease with me. He is constantly having open houses until he finds the right tenants for me.I am so grateful to count with Donalds help to rent the apartments when I need to.

Name: B** B*****
Date: 2023-02-02 17:34:20
Rating: 5
Comment: Donald was great to work with. He provided lots of leads and insights and got our apartment rented during a tough renting season.

Name: P****** N****
Date: 2023-02-01 22:59:41
Rating: 5
Comment: Donald was great and very professional in helping me secure an apartment. He provided a great range of apartments which matched my criteria and budget. I would definitely recommend him if you’re searching for apartments in nyc.

Name: J************* 5*
Date: 2023-01-31 03:09:50
Rating: 5
Comment: I hired Donald as a listing agent. Donald was very professional and responsive. He has lots of experience of Jackson Heights rentaland provided the ideal service for me.

Name: B****** S*********
Date: 2023-01-25 20:32:18
Rating: 5
Comment: Donald Lai is an excellent realtor. I had such a great stress free experience with him. He helped me find my perfect tenants with in days of listing both of my apartments ! I am very grateful for all his hard work and strongly recommend him. I am looking forward to working with him in the future.

Name: A***
Date: 2022-11-28 23:03:38
Rating: 5
Comment: Donald is responsible and familiar with NYC real estate market. He helps a lot of renting my apartment. I would highly recommend his services.

Name: F***
Date: 2022-11-11 22:54:38
Rating: 5
Comment: Donald made the impossible possible. I arrived in from Europe, didnt know the city, the market was crazy. He took the time to meet with me several times and he took all the admin out of my hands. He found an amazing apartment while I was abroad. Highly recommended in a crazy housing market!

Name: S*** W
Date: 2022-11-04 19:05:23
Rating: 5
Comment: Worked with Donald to find a place to live in the NYC area. He is extremely professional, knowledgeable on the market and processes, and has strong connections to facilitate the search and buying process.Highlights:-Fast and concise communication-Quick turn and flexibility with last minute changes-Strong connections (legal teams, banks, etc.) and a great team to support-Had experience selling in a building we were looking at and was able to maneuver through the process to maximize negotiations for us-Positive attitude!Definitely one of the strong more seasoned real estate agents Ive worked with. Thanks Donald!

Name: S***** F*****
Date: 2022-10-22 16:37:28
Rating: 5
Comment: Donald is amazing. He is friendly, attentive, knowledgeable, responsive, and a all around great Realtor. I bought my first home with Donald and will certainly be using him as I look to sell and move on to my next home. Highly recommend to anyone looking for an honest Realtor who will make you a priority.

Name: E*** G**** H******
Date: 2022-09-11 12:03:53
Rating: 5
Comment: I cant say enough wonderful things about Donald and his work ethic. So grateful that he was on our team buying an apartment in Brooklyn. He always advocated for our wants/needs and helped us through the entire buying journey. If you want a smart, kind and trustworthy real estate agent, hes your person!

Name: Y**** Z***
Date: 2022-08-24 03:59:44
Rating: 5
Comment: What I appreciate most about Donald is that he was very professional and honest throughout the entire process. He is very knowledgeable when it comes to the buying, selling, and rental markets.

Name: M****** F******
Date: 2022-08-22 06:58:49
Rating: 5
Comment: Donald was everything we needed! Me and my partner were having zero luck on our own, we called Donald and within a week he and his team made it happen for us!

Name: O***** E*
Date: 2022-08-18 00:56:16
Rating: 5
Comment: Donald Lai is an excellent realtor. He made the selling process incredibly simple and seamless. His extensive knowledge of the real estate market and valuable advice resulted in several offers in no time. Donald’s negotiation skills exceeded our expectations. We highly recommend him!

Name: R*** H*****
Date: 2022-07-25 14:41:02
Rating: 5
Comment: “Donald was super helpful in a competitive real estate market and did a great job finding us a place in two days. Would recommend”

Name: M***** M********
Date: 2022-07-19 16:58:48
Rating: 5
Comment: Donald and his team worked quickly to get me well qualified tenants. He listened to what I wanted and was a pleasure to work with. Would absolutely recommend!

Name: R****** B*****
Date: 2022-07-18 22:38:31
Rating: 5
Comment: Donald was instrumental to the sale of our building. Prior to that, he rented out all the units for several years. He is professional, honest and his integrity speaks volume. We are truly grateful and highly recommend him.”

Name: T K
Date: 2022-07-18 13:42:50
Rating: 5
Comment: Donald did a great job with our place in Bed-Stuy, we are extremely pleased. Sold fast and above asking...

Name: D**** R***
Date: 2022-07-11 18:02:11
Rating: 5
Comment: Donald is a great real estate professional who helpedus sell our co-op at asking price with no headaches. Responsive and kind- good guy

Name: J** H***
Date: 2022-06-23 12:51:36
Rating: 5
Comment: Donald Lai is an amazing and professional realtor. I needed to rent out my fathers apartment and I contacted several realtors. Donald was one of the first to respond. But more importantly, he was willing to explain everything, including market price and future renovation proposals. Throughout the tenant search process, Donald provided daily updates. His team took professional photos and created an amazing streeteasy posting.Overall, Donal was professional throughout the entire process, from first impressions to tenant signing. I would recommend any potential landlords or tenants to seek out Donald and his team for guidance. I look forward to hiring Donald again for any future rentals.

Name: A**** S*******
Date: 2022-06-15 03:24:28
Rating: 5
Comment: Mr Lai is very knowledgeable and professional He gives constructive and direct suggestions. The line of communication is excellent.He is sincere and frank.I plan to continue working with him.

Name: E***** H****
Date: 2022-06-10 17:31:21
Rating: 5
Comment: I know Donald for many years. He is very responsible for his clients and I heard a lot of positive feedbacks about him. One time I heard the listing agent wanted to recruit him! He always find ways to solve the problems during the purchasing process and meet the clients needs. I would definitely recommend him for all my friends when buying in New York.

Name: V***** L**
Date: 2022-06-07 21:04:00
Rating: 5
Comment: Reliable, fast, impartial, patient, and most of all ethical. Donald has the qualities of a world class agent. I recommend working with him.

Name: Y* N**
Date: 2022-06-03 20:50:03
Rating: 5
Comment: Donald is my trusted real estate agent. My wife and I had the pleasure of working with him on the purchase of our house recently. He is friendly, responsive, and professional from start to finish. He is easy to reach to answer any questions. Donald and everyone he referred did a wonderful job! We are very grateful for all his hard work and strongly recommend him!! We are looking forward to working with him in the future!

Name: s***** b****
Date: 2022-05-31 16:39:14
Rating: 5
Comment: After having 2 apts on the market for almost 6 months we found Donald @ the Corcoran Group.Donald exceeded all of our expectations. We expressed our needs we would like met, and Donald delivered each time.Donald is a professional and extremely knowledgeable about the market he works in.Trusting your listing with Donald will certainly leave your real estate in great hands.It was our pleasure doing business with Donald & The Corcoran Group.

Name: S**** F*******
Date: 2022-05-28 11:37:39
Rating: 5
Comment: Im a first time homebuyer and I found Donald on Yelp. Donald showed me several listings and took me to several apartments. Donald really took the time to try to understand my lifestyle and what I was looking for. When we looked at apartments, I found his insights invaluable. Donald walked me through the entire process of making an offer, preparing my packet, and making sure I knew what to expect every step of the way. He also had many resources such as referrals for attorneys, inspectors, and contractors and handymen. During walkthroughs Donald make sure I was aware of everything happening in the apartment so that I could make an informed decision now and down the line. Working with Donald was a fantastic experience. Ive already referred Donald to a colleague of mine who is buying, and if I ever need an agent in the future, Donald will be the first person Ill call.

Name: K** C*****
Date: 2022-05-26 20:34:31
Rating: 5
Comment: Donald is the best! He is very professional and always on top of his game. He get us the best deal for our dream home and always been very helpful whenever we need to communicate with the sponsor and the attorney. We strongly recommend Donald!

Name: V** P*****
Date: 2022-04-26 18:15:18
Rating: 5
Comment: I had the pleasure of working with Donald on the recent sale of my coop apt . He exemplified the meaning of professionalism and perseverance. He was very detailed explaining all steps of the sale process and communicated thoroughly. COVID caused minor delays, but he ensured all parties involved were apprised and gave timely updates. I highly recommend Donald and will refer him to any contacts in my network

Name: N*** H****
Date: 2022-04-25 21:56:00
Rating: 5
Comment: Donald rented out my condo in Brooklyn while I was out of town. I was so glad to have him as my agent and would highly recommend him to anyone who is looking for an agent.I found Donald online and we spoke on the phone. I knew right away hed be a great person to work with—he was knowledgeable, friendly, and shared his expertise with me even if it was just an inquiry call.I was out of town but needed to find a tenant. He worked hard and went above and beyond to help. He reached out to my previous tenants to check out the space, take professional photos and eventually for showings. There were a million other things he did for me. I am grateful that it was such stress-free experience as he handled all the paperwork, compiled materials, and worked with the management company of the building on my behalf. He found a contractor to paint the place and carefully inspected the space before handing it over to the tenants. And these are just a few examples of what he did!If you ever need an agent in NYC, go to speak with Donald! He is the best.

Name: M**** L**
Date: 2022-04-19 21:05:05
Rating: 5
Comment: Donald Lai is the best, honest and hardest working real estate broker. He helped and guided me step by step buying an apartment.Best Broker.👍

Name: M** M*******
Date: 2022-04-10 03:45:08
Rating: 5
Comment: I called Donald when trying to find an apartment for my daughter in Manhattan or Brooklyn. While he had no listings of his own to offer he spent no less than 15 minutes taking to me about ways we could overcome some of the roadblocks we were experiencing. He offered excellent advice and even followed up after the call by sending me contacts to help us find a guaranty company for our daughter. Here was a man who went above and beyond for no benefit to himself whatsoever. He was just doing the right thing and helping someone who needed his expertise... for free. 10 Stars!! If you need a trustworthy realtor in NYC, Donald’s the one!

Name: L** I*******
Date: 2022-02-28 01:33:19
Rating: 5
Comment: Donald Lai was our buyer’s agent. He helped my wife and I to buy an apartment in Queens, NY. When we contacted Donald, he listened to what we were looking for, and made a list of apartments based on our criteria. He made appointments for us and went with us on apartment tours. As first-time buyers, my wife and I had many questions, and we always felt welcome to ask Donald anything. After we decided on an apartment and started the mortgage process, Donald helped us resolve the many issues that arose with both the lender and the building. He communicated with us and guided us up through the closing day. My wife and I feel grateful for all of Donald’s hard work and highly recommend him.

Name: E******
Date: 2022-02-17 21:57:31
Rating: 5
Comment: Donald was more than helpful in the selling of our home. He was extremely honest, upfront, and helpful in every step of the way. He was extremely communicative and easy to reach to answer any of our questions at all times. Donald and everyone he referred really did a wonderful job! Strongly recommend Donald and his team!

Name: P***** G*
Date: 2021-10-13 04:28:48
Rating: 5
Comment: I highly recommend Donald for all of your real estate needs! He was professional and very responsive. Super attentive to my needs and got it done!

Name: F****** C***
Date: 2021-10-12 00:22:53
Rating: 5
Comment: Don assisted me with finding a new apartment in the NYC area -- I feel extremely fortunate to have worked with him.He was efficient and knowledgeable on our introductory call -- offered trustworthy advice on neighborhoods, price ranges, and buying vs. renting. Within a week, he came back with a diverse and well-tailored listings report. After I had narrowed down my selections, he quickly arranged on-site tours. During the tours, he made sure to suggest layouts for each apartment, and to ask all the right questions. I was able to quickly find a match and put in an application -- Don helped me to review the lease and find a mover when I was ready.I would jump at the opportunity to work with Don again, whether buying or renting. Truly an all-star.

Name: L**** Z***
Date: 2021-09-28 04:13:47
Rating: 5
Comment: Donald is my trusted real estate agent, and I would recommend him to everybody! Honest and professional with uncompromising integrity is the best way to describe my experience with him. He has rented out my property in the last few years and has helped several of my friends and family, whether it is for a sale or investment.

Name: C******
Date: 2021-09-17 19:56:13
Rating: 5
Comment: Donald Lai from the Corcoran Group was AMAZing! Donald was ready to answer all our questions and concerns. It was one of the fastest transaction and experiences weve had with a New York Real Estate Agent. 100% guarantee youll be happy with his service!!

Name: T*** & K***
Date: 2021-08-17 23:29:14
Rating: 5
Comment: Don was our agent for our first home purchase, and he was thorough, responsive, and guided us through all of our first time home buyer questions - from what to look out for when searching, mortgage, board interviews, offer and closing. Don also worked seamlessly with the buyers agent. Don was also very patient throughout the whole process and guided us every step of the way. 5/5 would recommend - you wont be disappointed!!!

Name: K** L**
Date: 2021-07-26 23:34:43
Rating: 5
Comment: As a landlord looking for a tenant, I was fortunate to have found Donald as my agent. He is a consummate professional who is knowledgeable and has a calm demeanor. He is a hard worker, works quick, and very responsive. He kept me abreast of all potential renters and their qualifications and was even able to negotiate a higher rent rate then expected. Donald is highly recommended and he will be the first person Ill call for my future real estate services.

Name: T**** D*******
Date: 2021-07-17 18:04:01
Rating: 5
Comment: Where to begin! Donald was hands down the best real estate agent I’ve worked with. From the start he was incredibly professional and attentive ultimately helping me lockdown my ideal Brooklyn apartment in the craziest market I have ever experienced in NYC. If you are looking for a new home this is your guy.

Name: J***** L*****
Date: 2021-07-07 04:04:25
Rating: 5
Comment: Donald helped me prepare and submit my co-op application for my new apartment and he did an amazing job! He was so responsive and informative throughout the whole process. Now, I am living in my dream apartment in nyc! I highly recommend Donald and The Corcoran Group if you are looking to move!

Name: V****** J*****
Date: 2021-06-28 10:38:16
Rating: 5
Comment: Being a first time home buyer I was filled with anxiety, (especially because I had a bad experience with another agent). Reluctant to continue, I decided to take another stab at looking for a home and I am so grateful I came across Donald. He is the most professional, knowledgeable, kind and compassionate person. It is because of him that purchasing my first home was a piece of cake. I will highly recommend.

Name: D*** F****
Date: 2021-06-24 17:24:19
Rating: 5
Comment: Donald was a fantastic resource for our Manhattan apartment search, walked us through every step in the process, shared his experience with the various neighborhoods, and was very responsive and available. He helped us secure the perfect place, and we couldnt be happier!

Name: H** N** Y*** L**
Date: 2021-05-18 21:18:09
Rating: 5
Comment: Donald stepped in during a very challenging time in the NYC market. It was a huge relief to have someone knowledgeable, patient and reliable on our side. He was a pleasure to work with. Looking forward to working with him again in the future.

Name: R****
Date: 2021-05-17 16:01:36
Rating: 5
Comment: Donald was very friendly, knowledgeable and professional. Selling our condo with him was a very peasant experience.Would recommend to everyone

Name: K***** T******
Date: 2021-05-11 16:54:35
Rating: 5
Comment: Working with Donald was great! He was very professional and got the job done! I would highly recommend to any landlord.

Name: B*** L**
Date: 2021-05-11 16:03:32
Rating: 5
Comment: Donald is professional with excellent communication skills. Highly recommend

Name: C C***
Date: 2020-12-07 18:08:32
Rating: 5
Comment: Donald was the best agent anyone could ask for. As first time home buyers he answered every single one of our questions and held our hand through the whole process. We dont know how we could have done it without him. We look forward to working with him on the future and will definitely recommend him to friends and family 10/10!!!

Name: C***** S** (***************
Date: 2020-07-23 18:36:02
Rating: 5
Comment: Very responsive, personable, honest and flexible with your personal preferences along your journey in finding your dream home!

Name: M****** J***
Date: 2020-07-21 20:32:02
Rating: 5
Comment: We worked with Donald on the purchase of our first home in Manhattan, and the process was so enjoyable! Donald was always very responsive and patient with us. I felt comfortable asking him any question that I had and he did a great job explaining the whole process to us as first-time home buyers. I really appreciated his expertise in such a monumental milestone!

Name: S**** R***
Date: 2020-05-31 19:22:27
Rating: 5
Comment: This was the second time I worked with Donald to rent out my townhouse in Bedford-Stuyvesant. He did a fantastic job both times. And the second time was in the midst of the pandemic! I was totally panicking but he kept me calm and got it done. Would highly recommend him to anyone.

Name: J*** P*********
Date: 2020-04-12 18:16:11
Rating: 5
Comment: Donald was a pleasure to work with. Hes honest, kind, diligent, and transparent. We will certainly use him again.

Name: J***** K**
Date: 2020-03-05 02:36:23
Rating: 5
Comment: It was by chance that we stumbled upon Dons office but he ended up being the best realtor we worked with in New York City! What we loved about him the most was his transparency and attentiveness. We didnt feel rushed at all during the process and he worked really hard to find us a place we could call home. Ever since he closed our deal, we have recommended him to a lot of our friends in the area. We highly recommend working with Don!

Name: R**** K*
Date: 2018-10-16 21:59:52
Rating: 5
Comment: The best Real Estate broker in NYC in my opinion.

Name: E**** D*****
Date: 2018-05-09 18:14:31
Rating: 5
Comment: Such a pleasure working with Donald. Hes friendly, approachable and professional and never stops until the job is done right. Ive worked with him to rent property for a few of my clients as well as my own property and he delivered results faster than expected. I will continue working with him in the future.

Name: M*** C*****
Date: 2018-05-08 15:41:06
Rating: 5
Comment: Donald was a pleasure to work with, professional from start to finish, and someone Id recommend to friends and colleagues without hesitation. Donald was responsive, friendly, honest, and provided transparency into the process. He went above and beyond to look out for us and helped make the move less stressful. Hes the kind of person one wants to do business with - and I recommend him without hesitation.

Name: M*** O*****
Date: 2018-05-08 15:06:52
Rating: 5
Comment: Im so excited to write a review for Donald! He is a wonderful agent and helped my partner and I have a seamless move into our new Brooklyn home. He was always attentive and immediately responsive to our questions, concerns, and needs. He was clearly looking out for us and went out of his way to make sure we had no problems on a day as stressful as moving day. I highly recommend him if youre considering a move in the area. Were not planning on moving again anytime soon hopefully, but if we do hell be the first person we reach out to.