Meet the Team
We have been involved with New York real estate for a combined 30 years of experience and are known for our integrity within the industry. We’ve established relationships with a hand-selected group of attorneys, bankers, and mortgage brokers who help us expedite your process efficiently. Whether you are buying, selling, or renting a commercial or residential property, we work one-on-one with you to ensure your real estate transaction proceeds as smoothly as possible.
Donald A. Capoccia
Licensed Real Estate Broker Mr. Capoccia is the Founder and Managing Principal of BFC Partners, a vertically integrated real estate development, construction, and asset management firm based in New York City. Founded in 1986, BFC has developed and built approximately 20,000 residential units and 2 million square feet of commercial, retail, and community facility space across the five boroughs of New York City, as well as in Buffalo, Syracuse, and other upstate New York cities.
BFC’s core business includes the financing and development of affordable, mixed-income, and mixed-use workforce housing. Notable recent projects include Essex Crossing in Manhattan’s East Village, the Bedford Union Armory in Brooklyn, and Surf Avenue Houses in Brooklyn. Many of BFC’s developments have received award-winning recognition, particularly for their catalytic impact on local communities.
Mr. Capoccia has served, and continues to serve, on several nonprofit and institutional boards focused on the arts, culture, architecture, and planning. He is currently Chairman of the Battery Park City Authority and a Trustee of La MaMa ETC, L’Alliance Française, and the New Museum. He has previously been appointed by President George W. Bush, Governors George Pataki and Kathy Hochul, and Mayor Michael Bloomberg to serve on the U.S. Commission of Fine Arts, the New York State Council on the Arts, the New York City Water Board, and the United Nations Development Authority.
Mr. Capoccia earned a Bachelor’s degree in Urban Affairs from the University at Buffalo and a Master’s degree in Urban Planning from Hunter College. He lives in New York City with his husband and their children.
Rob Morea
Licensed Real Estate Salesperson Rob Morea came to New York City 20 years ago, attracted by the cultural diversity and energy of the city. During this time he has lived in several neighborhoods throughout the city and has cultivated a knowledge and understanding of the pulse of these neighborhoods.
Rob's real estate career began as a result of his experiences as a renter, owner and seller of his own apartments. He navigated the ins and outs of the real estate process and experienced his share of ups and downs through these various transactions. From this perspective, Rob realized there was an opportunity to better serve clients' needs and help them achieve their real estate goals as smoothly as possible.
Rob's highly successful business in the health and fitness industry (with a client base including CEO's, Real Estate Developers, writers and actors) allowed him to hone his communications and relationship-building skills, uncover personal needs and wants, and formulate unique pathways to motivate them in the achievement of their personal goals. Clients frequently acknowledged Rob for his integrity, patience, commitment to their success and superior listening skills. This was excellent preparation for his real estate endeavor.
Rob has parlayed these experiences into a partnership with Don Capoccia, one of New York's most established real estate developers, who exposed him to the commercial, residential and development sides of the industry. Rob is a member of the Real Estate Board of New York (REBNY) and holds a Bachelor of Science from the University of Delaware.
Steve Lischin
Licensed Real Estate Salesperson Steve Lischin came to New York City 25 years ago to work in the health and wellness industry. After completing his Master’s of Science degree from the University of Bridgeport he developed a successful fitness & nutrition business, aligning him with clients (including celebrities, professional athletes, and CEO’s and executives in every aspect of finance) in the highest level of their fields.
While pursuing his health and wellness endeavor Steve also gained experience as a property manager, beginning as a superintendent for 8 buildings containing both commercial and residential units. This has made him familiar with all of the “behind the scenes” issues relating to properties including building systems, local codes, and repairs and maintenance. In addition, Steve has successfully managed construction projects and renovations, and has worked closely with coop/condo boards, contractors, architects, engineers and city agencies.
Property management and personal experience in owning and renting in several different neighborhoods has given Steve a broad perspective on New York City’s unique real estate market, piquing his interest and motivating him to become a licensed real estate agent.
Steve and his wife of 20 years have elected to raise their 2 young children on Manhattan’s Lower East Side for its community and cultural diversity. As a New York City parent himself, Steve is keenly aware of a family’s needs and can guide you through the maze of tough choices when selecting appropriate neighborhoods and properties best suited to your requirements.
Some of Steve’s other professional experience includes extensive public speaking on health, wellness and lifestyle change, and teaching select courses for the City University of New York (CUNY). He has the energy, work ethic, patience and exceptional listening skills that are essential for providing clients with the highly personalized service that GJR is known for.
Grant Chang
Licensed Real Estate Salesperson Grant Chang, a true native New Yorker, is an agent who cares, not only about the quality of work and service he provides; but about the needs and feelings of his clients. When the time comes to look for your next home, he is there at your side to help you, educate you, even make you laugh through what can often be a stressful and confusing process.
His forte is being patient with all types of individuals, and calmly guiding people in the right direction to find what one is looking for. As with everything he does, he is diligent to succeed and focused on this goal – making his clients happy.