“Buying a home seems to have so many moving parts and can appear to be confusing but, not with Jonathan from The Sunshine Group! His prompt replies to my questions, attention to the detail of what I was looking for (exactly), and eagerness to help me understand the process made my home buying experience downright delightful! There were no hidden bells or whistles and what a wonderful advocate to have him in my corner from searching for the right home right to closing! If you're looking to purchase a home, Jonathan is the one to call!”
“Buying a vacation home is something I always dreamed of, but I never thought I would actually do it. When my search became more serious I was very fortunate to meet Patti from the Sunshine Group. Patti was extremely knowledgeable and expertly guided me through the process. When she thought I was making a mistake in my decision process, she told me. And that’s exactly what I needed. It’s because of Patti and the Sunshine Group that I am sitting here writing this review lakeside. I couldn’t be more happier! Thank you Patti!”
“Patti and Jonathan are an unstoppable team in Sullivan County! We contacted Patti off of Zillow in January 2022 to help us explore various towns across Sullivan County on a day trip from New York City. We saw the perfect home and Patti helped us get an offer in before sundown! She and Jonathan tactfully advocated on our behalf during the negotiation process through some challenging septic issues with the seller and we closed on our perfect weekender/Airbnb upstate home in Callicoon. We stayed in close touch and when it came time to sell our property in Spring 2024, we didn't hesitate to ask Patti and Jonathan to help us sell it. Patti brought in a former buyer at full asking price! Patti and Jonathan guided us through this challenging market and were present for every showing. If you're looking for a team that tells you like it is, knows Sullivan country front to back, and is a lot of fun to interact with, they're your team!”
Kelly King
Callicoon, NY
“Patty was an absolute pleasure to work with on all aspects of purchasing our new home in Monticello. I initially contacted her about a property that was not a fit for our family, but with her help we were able to find the perfect home. Within minutes of seeing another property, we submitted an offer and embarked on a great journey to closing thanks to Patty. It truly helped that she is a hometown rockstar, as she is able to guide you on things to look out for and how to settle into town. She was very proactive and available to quickly turn around any items that were needed by either the seller or mortgage company. Her work ethic, willingness to help and super positive attitude make her tremendously special. We were happy to have her accompany us at the closing and have been happily enjoying our place ever since ... Thanks Patty!”
adriana henriquez
“We had found the perfect little summer house! The very first person to get back to us with information on the property was Patti Sunshine and it was the best thing that could have happened for us! True to the Sunshine name Jonathan and Patti automatically made us feel warm and welcomed. My husband and I were first time buyers and I expressed to them how we were going to need guidance through this process. The first thing they did was to clearly explain to us that they worked for us! They were on our side, looking out for our best interest always. As property virgins this was exactly what we needed to know. We communicated with Patti directly and often. We had a lot of questions and Patti was always available, through phone, text, or email, to get back to us quickly. She would diligently follow up for us to get the information we needed, explain it all, and address our concerns. Throughout the whole process Patti and Jonathan were on top of all the details, reassuring us and resolving any issues. Patti was efficient and straightforward. She expertly communicated our wants and needs to the sellers and their realtor as well as keeping our lawyer on track. It seems though that it's not always smooth sailing when it comes to real estate, but Patti and Jonathan went above and beyond. Helping us navigate through all the rough patches we faced along the way. Always stepping up with solutions, which is the hallmark of a true professional! So much so that near the end of all negotiations, the day before our closing date, the sellers tried to take the whole deal into a direction we were not comfortable with. We were on the verge of having to walk away from this perfect property. Patti Sunshine once again stepped in and effectively saved the day, coming up with a solution that benefited us as her clients and satisfied the sellers. We were able to close on the property of our dreams and it only came through because of the tenacious and positive attitude that Patti Sunshine brought to the table on our behalf! You definitely want to have the Sunshine Group on your side!”
solveronicaconcepcion
“Accomplished everything asked and more. They were in contact with us the entire buying process right up to the end. Excellent service and easy to reach.”
zuser20170613163225719
“Very personable and knowledgeable agents who guided us through the purchase of our home. Was familiar with the area and helped us negotiate an excellent price”
Meir Horowitz
“EXCELLENCE DEFINED! We drove from Long Island to find a second home in upstate New York on a SUNDAY. Calling on local real estate agents one after the other, The Sunshine's were the only ones who not only answered the phone, but also met us at a diner and began showing us properties. We found our lovely lake house with the most desired location. It was exactly what we were looking for. Jonathan and Patti feel like family. They are wonderful people, good listeners, very knowledgeable, with great ideas and advice. We have continued a relationship with them, and intend to call on them in the future. They welcomed us into their beautiful home to discuss properties. They are down to earth, caring people who will do their very best to make sure they find you your perfect match. I highly recommend The Sunshines for your next real estate need and/or desire. They will find you exactly what you are looking for, and you will never feel pressured. They are honest. They will work for YOU. You will love them.”
LindaBNY
“Very helpful and knowledgeable. Glad to have met them. Took us 5 months to find the home we wanted. We were very particularly and they were able to pull it off! I would recommend them to friends and family.”
citiofbrass
“We sold our home quickly, just as we wanted to do, thanks to the Sunshine Group. Jonathan and Patti immediately got to work on their advertising the day we signed our sellers' contract. They showed it frequently throughout the weeks and never slowed their pace. They were attentive to details and our needs. We can honestly say that no one could have worked harder or have been more persistent in getting our home sold. I highly recommend them to anyone who wants to get the job done!”
suki04654
“We couldn't have been happier to work with Jonathan and Patti Sunshine of the Sunshine Group. In a very short time they helped us to find our perfect home in Sullivan County and with their deep local knowledge as well as full mastery of the buying process they made the whole experience not just easy but even pleasant and totally stress-free. We unreservedly recommend the Sunshine Group for all your real estate business in Sullivan County/Catskills and we'd be delighted to work with them again in the future. Five Stars on everything!”
ggullonyc
“Terrific assistance and highly knowledgeable regarding property values in the county and surrounding areas. I wish I could work with her but I suspect the properties are just a bit more than my budget will allow.”
zuser20180317101903140
“When Jonathan asked me to write him a testimonial for The Sunshine Group, it was my pleasure. I met Jonathan after calling on one of his commercial properties. Once Jonathan knew what I was looking for he always kept me informed of properties that would suit my needs. He and his wife Patti are consummate professionals and know their market. I found them very helpful and extremely knowledgeable in all phases of Real Estate, which in my case, was purchasing large commercial properties. Anytime I called Jonathan, he returned my call immediately, in Real Estate timing is essential. They were extremely hands on and by my side from the making of the offer, through the inspection and right to closing. They attended all inspections, Town and Planning Board meetings, and made sure it all stayed together through the due diligence period. They were cognoscente of all my needs and concerns and fulfilled all my expectations. In short they made the process easier and certainly more comfortable. The Sunshine Group is a company that cares about their clients and goes the extra mile to make sure you are comfortable. It is my pleasure to recommend them and I look forward to working with them for my next transaction.”
DAVID WEISS
“A cold call about a property advertised on a website led us to Jonathan and Patti Sunshine. They responded as well as they might have for old friends. They made themselves available to meet with us, made all the arrangements to see the property and helped us make a bid. We met with some challenges thrown up by the owners, their real estate agent and their lawyer. The Sunshine’s held our hands through the whole process and we now live in a beautiful home in South Fallsburg. We are forever grateful for their assistance and are glad to count them among our new Sullivan County friends.”
RABBI LAWRENCE S. AND BERNI ZIERLER
“My wife and I worked with the Sunshine Group to locate a site for a potential Taco Bell. They were incredibly easy to work with and got us exactly what we needed. I would recommend their services to anyone looking for a quality broker and personal attention. They're great!”
JUDD & ERICA WISHNOW, ABDD CAPITAL
“The sunshine group are an amazing real estate agency About 8 years ago Jonathan helped find me the house of my dreams on one of my favorite lakes. Dealing with Jonathan was a pleasure he is honest and caring and very professional he made the whole process of buying a house just a breeze. In the end i got the house i wanted and a life long friend. I would recommend anyone buying or selling a house to use the Sunshine Group without hesitation.”
TOM BALACHVILI
“We had the pleasure of working with The Sunshine Group for the purchase of our summer home. It is a challenge to be concise in describing all they have done for our family. The Sunshine Group has the unique ability to make us feel as if we were their only client. They are true professionals who care very much for the clients they serve and deliver on everything they commit to. We recommend The Sunshine Group to anyone buying or selling a home!”
MOSES AND HINDY FREUND
“When I was asked to provide a testimonial for Jonathan Sunshine of THE SUNSHINE GROUP, there was no hesitation. It has been a pleasure to work with Jonathan over the past few years. He has proven himself to be professional, thorough and conscientious. From finding the right property to Zoning Board presentation preparation, Jonathan has been an important part of my real estate team. I look forward to a long and fruitful relationship with him and The Sunshine Group.”
LARRY REGAN, PRESIDENT REGAN DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
“Patti was an absolute pleasure to work with on all aspects of purchasing our new home in Monticello. I initially contacted her about a property that was not a fit for our family, but with her help we were able to find the perfect home. Within minutes of seeing another property, we submitted an offer and embarked on a great journey to closing thanks to Patti. It truly helped that she is a hometown rockstar, as she is able to guide you on things to look out for and how to settle into town. She was very proactive and available to quickly turn around any items that were needed by either the seller or mortgage company. Her work ethic, willingness to help and super positive attitude make her tremendously special. We were happy to have her accompany us at the closing and have been happily enjoying our place ever since ... Thanks Patti!”
ADRIANA HENRIQUEZ
“"We bought a second home in the Catskills several years ago, with the hopes of it becoming a retreat for our family. After several years, we realized that the property was being grossly underutilized, so we decided to sell it. We listed it with a popular realtor in the area, who took unflattering photographs, priced it too high, and had few showings. After a year on the market, we'd received no offers. Around this time, neighbors listed their home with the Sunshine Group, and their house sold right away. When we decided to list our home again, we called the Sunshine's. The Sunshine difference was remarkable. They demonstrated complete professionalism and went above and beyond. They walked the property, noting all its benefits and potential, took flattering photographs, and established a fair price. When a problem was discovered with our septic system, they brought in the right person to make it right, and when we needed the house cleaned out, they had a contact for that too. Ultimately we were surprised by how many showings we had, and pleased when presented with not one, but two offers, at close to asking price! In addition, the Sunshines were accessible, always available to answer a question or address a concern. Both Jonathan and Patti are a pleasure to work with and we highly recommend them."”
Marilyn and Jonathan Zucker
“After dealing with a few different brokers to help us find our Catskills home, we settled on the expertise of Patrice. She was extremely knowledgeable, warm and honest. She worked tirelessly, always responded in a timely manner and walked us through all the ins and outs and went above and beyond in order to find our perfect home. It was an absolute pleasure working with her and we are tremendously grateful for all her efforts. I would highly recommend her to anyone looking for a home in this region.”
Aika Patel
“Patti was easy to work with and super responsive at all times. It didn't matter what crazy hour I have a question she was there to shoot me a text or give me a call. She also was one of the few buying agents that actually responded to me when I reached out on Realtor.com. I would recommend Patti any day of the week!”
Tom Sinram
“Patty is exceptional at her job! She worked with us to purchase our seasonal home in upstate New York. It’s the most perfect log cabin with a huge yard. We loved it at first sight but the deal almost never happened when negotiations started to drift apart. On the day we were meant to come in and sign all the documents the sellers wanted to walk back major parts of the sales arrangement. Enter Patti! She was able to diffuse the situation and create a middle ground where everyone was comfortable and three years later our log cabin has been the saving grace and escape from this loopy year 2020. Absolutely and highly recommended! Patti Greco is a professional and an original!”
Sol Concepcion
“Patti and Jonathan brought our Lakehouse deal back from the dead (after our offer had been formally signed accepted, then rejected and replaced with another) by working tirelessly with us and for us to ensure we were treated professionally and fairly. We now own our beautiful Lakehouse thanks to them; we could not be happier. We trust their judgment and will recommend them to anyone looking to buy in the Catskills and surrounding areas”