Big news from Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Green Team: Kristi Anderson has officially capped in May 2026! From this point forward, every commission she earns is 100% hers, no splits, no deductions. It is a milestone that reflects the kind of focused, client-centered work Kristi brings to every transaction.

Kristi has built her reputation one relationship at a time. Whether she is walking a first-time buyer through the process or helping a seller navigate a complex negotiation, her steady presence and deep market knowledge make a real difference. That reputation does not happen by accident. It is earned.

🌱 What Reaching the Cap Really Means

At BHGRE Green Team, the cap is not just a number. It marks the point where an agent’s production speaks for itself. Agents who get here have put in the work, shown up for their clients, and closed the kind of deals that build long-term trust. For Kristi, this moment is the result of years of showing up, following through, and delivering results that matter.

💬 A Message From Geoffrey Green

Geoffrey Green, Broker and Founder of Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Green Team, had this to say:

“Kristi has been a standout on this team for good reason. She knows the market, she knows her clients, and she knows how to get deals done the right way. Watching her reach this milestone is something the whole team can feel good about. Well earned, Kristi.”

👉 Thinking about what a career at Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Green Team could look like for you? Find out more here.

Congratulations, Kristi! 💚 This is your moment, and the whole Green Team is cheering you on.

Every big career starts somewhere. And for a lot of agents, the Bronze Award is where the story of a truly great real estate career begins to take shape.

The Bronze Award at BHGRE Green Team honors agents who close between $1.5 million and $2.99 million in a single year. That is real production. Real clients served. Real homes bought and sold across Orange County NY, Rockland County NY, Sussex County NJ, and Passaic County NJ.

In 2025, nine BHGRE Green Team agents earned that recognition.

🎖️ 2025 Bronze Award Winners — $1.5 Million to $2.99 Million

Angela Murphy

Angela Murphy grew up in the tri-state area and began her career as a registered dental hygienist before becoming a business owner at a Warwick fitness center. Those experiences taught her how to combine business strategy with a genuine ear for what people need, and real estate became a natural next step. She has been serving sellers, buyers, investors, attorneys, and lenders across residential, new construction, and commercial markets ever since, and has called Warwick home for over 30 years, raising three children here with her husband. Angela holds ABR, ASR, and PSA certifications and is an active member of NAR, NYSAR, and the Warwick Chamber of Commerce. Her business is built almost entirely on referrals, which says everything about the relationships she builds and the results she delivers.

Nancy Sardo

Nancy Sardo has been listing and selling homes across Orange County, New York since 2005, with a particular passion for new construction that has made her one of the go-to listing brokers for subdivisions throughout the county. Born and raised in Queens, she left the city for Warwick in 1999 and has never looked back. She holds an Associate Broker’s License, an SRES designation, and an ABR, and she brings that depth of knowledge to every transaction, whether a buyer is exploring resale, considering a build, or a seller needs guidance on preparing their home for the market. Nancy has a special fondness for the senior population and has volunteered with Meals on Wheels, reflecting the same care and commitment she brings to every client relationship.

Luisa Figlia

Luisa Figlia is dedicated, detail-oriented, and deeply committed to the people she works with. Her Bronze Award in 2025 reflects a year of consistent effort and strong results for buyers and sellers across our markets.

Colleen Spence

Colleen Spence started her career as a real estate appraiser, giving her a foundational understanding of property values and the buying and selling process that most agents simply do not have. That experience is what eventually brought her to her current path as a real estate agent, where she serves as a true advocate for her clients on both sides of the transaction. Colleen is committed to making sure every client feels guided, informed, and confident, whether the process feels exciting, overwhelming, or a little bit of everything at once.

Antonette Vogel

Antonette Vogel, known as Toni, joined the Green Team in 2010 as the Agent Service Manager, learning the ins and outs of real estate transactions from the inside before earning her license and becoming an agent herself. That behind-the-scenes foundation gave her a unique perspective that benefits every client she works with. Toni brings enthusiasm to everything she does and lives by a philosophy that says it all: educate yourself and make informed decisions.

Linda Van De Weert

Linda Van De Weert has been a resident of Orange County since 1976 and has been helping buyers and sellers navigate real estate for over eight years. She originally came to BHGRE Green Team as a property manager for Green Team clients, and the team’s energy, work ethic, and commitment to personal attention inspired her to get her license. In 2018 she earned membership in the Green Team Captain’s Club with over $3 million in sales volume, a milestone that reflects the dedication she brings to every client relationship.

Joseph Mackey

Joe Mackey is the kind of agent who holds your hand through the process without ever pushing you toward something that does not make sense for your needs or your budget. His clients describe him as available, responsive, and thorough, someone who follows up quickly and goes above and beyond from the first showing to the closing table. For buyers navigating a competitive market for the first time, Joe brings the steady, patient guidance that makes all the difference.

Toni Kreusch

Toni Kreusch brings a warm, people-first approach to real estate backed by a strong academic foundation, including an MA from New York University and studies in German at the University of Trier in Germany. She is licensed in both New York and New Jersey and fluent in English and German, giving her the ability to serve a wider range of clients with the same attention to detail and clear communication she brings to every transaction. Toni stays sharp on market trends and economic conditions so her clients are always working with the most current information available.

Nelson Chan

Nelson Chan has been active in the real estate markets of New Jersey and New York for nearly two decades, building a reputation for excellence, integrity, and genuine commitment to his clients’ goals. He is also the founder of Nelcorp Enterprises, LLC, a property management company that specializes in helping first-time real estate investors navigate property acquisition, management, rentals, and short-term rental services. Whether you are buying, selling, or building a real estate portfolio, Nelson brings the market knowledge and personalized guidance to help you get there with confidence.

What Closing $1.5 to $3 Million Really Means

Let us be clear about something. Closing between $1.5 and $3 million in real estate is not a small thing. It means you are actively serving buyers and sellers, closing deals, navigating inspections and negotiations, and doing it all well enough that people trust you with their money and their future.

In markets like Orange County NY, Rockland County NY, Sussex County NJ, and Passaic County NJ, this level of production means you know the market, you know your clients, and you know how to get to the finish line.

These ten agents are building something real. And this award is just the beginning.

What This Means If You Are Buying or Selling

Sometimes buyers and sellers assume they need the biggest name or the highest production number to get good service. But the truth is, Bronze-level agents at BHGRE Green Team are fully trained, fully supported, and deeply motivated to deliver for every client they work with.

In fact, many buyers and sellers love working with agents at this stage of their career because they are hungry, attentive, and available in ways that some top producers simply cannot be.

If you are buying or selling in Orange County, Rockland County, Sussex County, or Passaic County, you have ten dedicated professionals ready to go to work for you.

Ready to find the right agent for your situation? Visit greenteamrealty.com to get connected today.

What This Means If You Are an Agent

If you are a real estate agent right now who is working hard but not seeing the growth you expected, this list should give you hope.

Every one of these Bronze Award winners is part of a brokerage that invests in them. BHGRE Green Team gives agents the brand, the tools, the training, and the support they need to grow. And grow they do. Many of today’s Platinum and Emerald agents at BHGRE Green Team started exactly where these Bronze winners are right now.

The path to the next level is real. It starts with the right brokerage.

Are you ready to take that next step? Reach out to BHGRE Green Team and let us show you what is possible for your career in our markets across Orange County NY, Rockland County NY, Sussex County NJ, and Passaic County NJ.

Congratulations to All Nine Bronze Award Winners

To  Angela Murphy, Nancy Sardo, Luisa Figlia, Colleen Spence, Antonette Vogel, Linda Van De Weert, Joseph Mackey, Toni Kreusch, and Nelson Chan:

You showed up in 2025. You put in the work. You served your clients and you earned this recognition. This award is yours and we are proud to celebrate every single one of you.

The best is still ahead.

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The Silver Award Recognizes Serious, Steady Production at BHGRE Green Team

Some awards celebrate a single big moment. The Silver Award at BHGRE Green Team celebrates something different. It celebrates the kind of consistent, committed production that builds real careers and real reputations in the communities we serve.

To earn the Silver Award, an agent must close between $3 million and $5.99 million in a single year. That means showing up, doing the work, and delivering results for buyers, sellers, and investors across Orange County NY, Rockland County NY, Sussex County NJ, and Passaic County NJ — month after month, deal after deal.

In 2025, eleven BHGRE Green Team agents did exactly that.

2025 Silver Award Winners — $3 Million to $5.99 Million

Vanessa Wight

Vanessa brings energy, market knowledge, and a genuine passion for helping her clients win. Her Silver Award in 2025 is a reflection of the trust her clients place in her and the results she delivers in a competitive market.

Ted Van Laar

Ted Van Laar is a steady, reliable presence in the BHGRE Green Team family. His ability to connect with clients and guide them through the process with confidence has earned him a strong reputation and strong results year after year.

James Cosenza

James Cosenza brings a sharp eye for detail and a deep understanding of what buyers and sellers need in today’s market. His Silver Award in 2025 speaks to his commitment to doing the job right every single time.

Geoffrey Green

Geoffrey Green knows how to build relationships that lead to results. His production in 2025 is a testament to the loyalty of his clients and his ability to consistently deliver for them in markets across the region.

Charles Nagy

Charles Nagy brings a calm, professional approach to every transaction he handles. Closing between $3 and $6 million in 2025 is the result of years of building trust in the communities he serves across our four markets.

Rosemary Thompson

Rosemary Thompson is the kind of agent who makes every client feel like their home is the only home that matters. Her Silver Award reflects the care, attention, and expertise she brings to every single transaction.

Kellie Fischer

Kellie Fischer has a natural ability to connect with people and make the real estate process feel less stressful. Her 2025 Silver Award is a well-earned recognition of the hard work she puts in for every buyer and seller she represents.

Pip Klein

Pip Klein brings local expertise and a personal touch to every deal. Closing this level of volume in 2025 is proof that Pip knows these markets and knows how to help clients navigate them with confidence.

Judith Longo

Judith Longo has spent years building a reputation for honesty, hard work, and results. Her Silver Award in 2025 reflects everything that makes her a trusted name in real estate across our markets.

Tom Folino

Tom Folino spent 37 years teaching in the Warwick Valley Central School District and another 20 years as Boys Varsity Basketball Head Coach. He founded the Warwick AAU Basketball program, ran a summer basketball camp for 14 years, and coached Little League, youth soccer, and youth basketball. If you grew up in Warwick, chances are Tom had a hand in shaping your community.

Kimberly Lasalandra

Kimberly Lasalandra brings dedication and a deep knowledge of the local market to every transaction she handles. Her production in 2025 is a strong signal to any buyer or seller looking for an agent who gets things done.

What Closing $3 to $6 Million Really Means

This level of production means you are actively closing multiple transactions a year and doing it well enough that clients keep referring you. It means you understand how to price a home, how to market it, how to negotiate, and how to keep the process moving even when things get complicated.

In markets like Orange County NY, Rockland County NY, Sussex County NJ, and Passaic County NJ, that kind of knowledge is not built overnight. It is earned through real experience with real clients in real market conditions.

These ten agents have earned it.

What This Means If You Are Buying or Selling

When you are choosing a real estate agent, you want someone with a proven track record. Not someone who is still figuring it out. Not someone who dabbles. You want someone who has been doing this consistently, at volume, in the market where you want to buy or sell.

Every Silver Award agent on this list has done exactly that. They know the neighborhoods, they know the buyers, and they know what it takes to get a deal done in our region.

If you are ready to buy or sell in Orange County, Rockland County, Sussex County, or Passaic County, you have ten proven professionals to choose from right here.

Connect with our team today at greenteamrealty.com.

What This Means If You Are an Agent

Ten agents hitting Silver-level production in a single year is not a coincidence. It is what happens when talented, motivated people are part of a brokerage that actually supports them.

BHGRE Green Team provides the brand, the tools, the training, and the team culture that helps agents grow their business year over year. Whether you are just starting to build momentum or you are ready to push past the next production level, our markets across Orange County NY, Rockland County NY, Sussex County NJ, and Passaic County NJ offer real opportunity for agents who are ready to take it.

Is your current brokerage giving you what you need to grow? Let us have that conversation. Reach out to BHGRE Green Team today.

Congratulations to All Ten Silver Award Winners

To Vanessa Wight, Ted Van Laar, James Cosenza, Geoffrey Green, Charles Nagy, Rosemary Thompson, Kellie Fischer, Pip Klein, Judith Longo, and Kimberly Lasalandra:

This award is yours. It represents every early morning, every late night, every tough negotiation, and every client you went the extra mile for in 2025. We see the work you put in and we are incredibly proud to celebrate you.

Thank you for being the heart of BHGRE Green Team.

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The Gold Award Celebrates High-Volume Production at BHGRE Green Team

In real estate, consistency is everything. Anyone can have one good month. But closing between $6 million and $7.99 million in a single year? That takes a whole different level of skill, focus, and commitment.

The Gold Award at BHGRE Green Team recognizes agents who hit that mark. It is a signal to buyers, sellers, and fellow agents that this person knows what they are doing and has the results to back it up across our markets in Orange County NY, Rockland County NY, Sussex County NJ, and Passaic County NJ.

This year, two agents took home the Gold.

2025 Gold Award Winners — $6 Million to $7.99 Million

Patrick Taylor

Patrick Taylor has called Upper Greenwood Lake home since 1988, where he and his wife raised their two children and put down roots in the lake community he loves. Before real estate, he spent decades in the supermarket industry working his way up to store manager. That background in management and customer service shaped the philosophy he brings to every deal: client first, always.

Licensed in both New Jersey and New York, Patrick serves buyers and sellers across Morris, Passaic, Bergen, and Sussex counties in NJ and Orange and Rockland counties in NY. He is also a proud affiliate of Veterans United. Patrick brings integrity, strong negotiation skills, and a friendly no-pressure style that makes even complex transactions feel manageable.

Carol Buchanan

Carol Buchanan learned real estate from the ground up, literally. She started on the administrative side of a large new-construction home site, involved in every stage of the building and selling process. That foundation shaped everything about how she works today.

Carol is an Associate Broker with designations including GRI, CRS, ABR, and SFR, and a recipient of the Hudson Valley Five Star Professionals Award, given to only 5% of Realtors based on integrity and superior client service. As she puts it: “It’s the true interest in your client and the love of real estate that makes you work hard to overcome the obstacles that arise.”

A longtime Warwick resident, Carol serves on the Board of Directors for the Lions Club of Warwick and drives for Meals on Wheels. That same commitment to people is what her clients experience in every transaction.

What Closing $6 to $8 Million Really Means

This level of production means you are moving multiple properties a year at significant price points. It means your clients are not just satisfied, they are referring you to people they trust. It means you have the skill to handle the details, the negotiation, and the pressure that comes with high-stakes real estate transactions.

In markets like Orange County NY, Rockland County NY, Sussex County NJ, and Passaic County NJ, reaching Gold level means you understand local pricing, buyer demand, and what it takes to stand out in a competitive listing environment. Patrick and Carol have proven they can do exactly that.

What This Means If You Are Buying or Selling

If you are looking for a real estate agent who has a proven track record in your market, Gold-level agents like Patrick Taylor and Carol Buchanan are exactly who you want.

They have the experience to price your home correctly so it does not sit on the market. They have the connections to find buyers before a listing even goes public. And they have the negotiation skills to make sure you are not leaving money on the table when it counts most.

Whether you are buying or selling in Orange County, Rockland County, Sussex County, or Passaic County, these are agents who deliver.

Ready to work with a proven agent? Visit greenteamrealty.com/directory to get connected today.

What This Means If You Are an Agent

Gold-level production does not happen by accident. It happens when an agent has the right support, the right systems, and the right brokerage behind them.

At BHGRE Green Team, we invest in the people on our team. Whether you are just hitting your stride or you are ready to break into the next level, our brokerage offers the tools, the training, the brand, and the culture to help you get there.

Our agents across Orange County NY, Rockland County NY, Sussex County NJ, and Passaic County NJ are proof that growing your business is possible when you are in the right place.

Is your current brokerage helping you grow? If the answer is not a strong yes, let us talk.

Congratulations, Patrick and Carol

To Patrick Taylor and Carol Buchanan: your dedication, your client focus, and your hard work in 2025 did not go unnoticed. This Gold Award belongs to you and we are proud to celebrate everything you have built.

Thank you for making BHGRE Green Team better every single day.

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