December 2024 Landlord
I am delighted to refer any New York property owner to the Topper Team for the highest quality management of their rentals and sales. I have enjoyed the quality, caring, diligence, and intelligence that Dana and Wendy Topper bring to their work for over twenty years. I had a property in White Plains for over twenty years and Dana and Wendy have
• kept it rented with very little , if any, time between tenants
• kept me informed about any repairs or recommendations they would have to increase both the property value and the happiness and well-being of the tenants
• managed both handy-repair services and all professional services for those repairs without my having to travel to the condo
• managed communications with the condo association and board during several years of assessment projects and any troubles
• advised me on rent / sale pricing and strategy
When it came time to finally sell my condo this year I knew the Topper Team was the perfect choice for my listing. In closing out the association’s most recent assessment project there was a small mountain of paperwork and communications to share with the closing attorneys and buyer and Dana and Wendy handled all of that so perfectly – with great care and timing and diligence to have the association provide the needed documentation for the sale.
It is with great appreciation that I now part ways with their management of my property and I am open to providing recommendations to anyone interested in listing with them.
Sincerely,
Maureen ORegan
Oct 2024 WHY PROPERTY MANAGEMENT... CAN BE AN EXTRA LEVEL OF PROTECTION
After much investigating we uncovered a contractual agreement to sell a Scarsdale property we managed for the past 25 years. The owner had no knowledge that contracts were signed & ready to close! Many hours dedicated to piecing everything together which included warning Attorneys & authorities of the situation. Our intervention prevented the closing between a fraudulent seller & unsuspecting buyer....
We wanted to share the below letter with you & wanted you to know.....WE ARE ALWAYS HERE FOR YOU = ).
Dana and Wendy Topper have managed my sister’s house for many years. They have gone out of their way to help her deal with any problems that have arisen. Recently, they were instrumental in foiling a scam artist from selling property that my sister owns. If they had not reached out immediately, and notified us, the property would have been sold illegally & caused a financial catastrophe! It is unfortunate that so much information is available to the public, and can be abused by the lawless.
Thank you both so much for all your care in watching out for Molly who lives in California, and keeping me in the loop. I’m so grateful. Cathy (from Texas)
Dear Dana and Wendy
Congratulations on saving your client from a disastrous situation. As an absentee property owner, I have always felt comforted due to your professionalism and attention to detail in our dealings and this episode further confirms my trust in you.
Best Regards,
Navid (Current Landlord)
August 2024 Landlord
We’ve been using Dana and Wendy’s realty and property management services for 20+ years and have been delighted with their partnership. So, when they mentioned that they are now offering project management too, we didn’t hesitate to hire them for our renovation and are thrilled that we did. With only a month to spare to complete a major renovation of our Valimar rental property, not only did they get the job done, but they left us with a beautiful, updated version of our property. They handled every aspect of the project, from securing the contractors, to sourcing the materials, to overseeing the work. We felt completely confident that we were in good hands and that no stone would be left unturned. When we began the work, we had not secured new tenants and were slightly concerned. Dana and Wendy assured us that we shouldn’t worry and once again, they were correct. A week before all renovations were complete, a new family signed a four-year contract at an incredible price after seeing our renovated property and not wanting to look any further. Thank you Dana and Wendy for your tireless efforts to handle every aspect of our needs!
Regards,
Tania P
August 2024 Tenant
I am writing to express my sincere appreciation for the exceptional service provided by the Topper Team / Plus Services in managing 111 Vintage Court, White Plains. Unfortunately, my tour of duty at the Permanent Mission of Germany to the United Nations will end this week.
We moved to Westchester in August 2018 and from the beginning, we appreciated the high value of the highly professional property management provided by the Topper Team / Plus Services. Naturally, all properties occasionally require once in a while necessary repairs. When this happens, it is outstanding service that the Topper Team has always been very approachable and fast responding and a professional repair was carried out usually the following day, whether it's just a dripping faucet or a complete heating system that needs to be replaced. On the other hand we appreciated the space, privacy and discretion the property management gave us over the years. This is of particular importance for the well-being and sense of security of a family of four arriving from abroad and starting to become familiar with a new living environment. In this regard is the experience with international families, that the Topper Team has, priceless. We felt at home in Valimar in a short time and thoroughly enjoyed our stay. We could always rely on Dana and Wendy and always saw them as trustworthy partners who not only represent the interests of the property owners to the extent required but also aim to make the tenants' living situation as comfortable as possible. The Topper Team has managed this task over the 6 years we spent in Westchester and made our stay as tenants exceptionally pleasant.
The handover of the house at the end of our lease was absolutely smooth, and the return of the full security deposit was prompt and timely before our departure.
Should we return to New York, we will first seek a property managed by the Topper Team.
Sincerely
Marcus Puerschel
DECEMBER 2023 Tenant
Dear Dana and Wendy,
Reflecting on this year, we are grateful for all of your support and dedication in managing our home. We very much appreciate your efforts in always being available for our needs!. Thank you so much. May this festive season bring joy and fulfillment and may the New Year usher in happiness and success for you both.
Best,
The Grempler Family
September 2022 Landlord
In Appreciation of the Topper Team: I have worked with Wendy and Dana Topper on managing the rental property in Mayfair Acres for several years. They did a great job working closely with my mother to keep the house rented and maintained. When my mother was no longer able to keep up with managing the property and I took over for her, I found them friendly, engaging, and extremely knowledgeable about real estate management. They were also quick to anticipate opportunities and challenges, always ready with recommendations for action and resources to get things fixed, to work through tenant transitions, and to lead me through working with the Town. They found and oversaw the work of contractors, found all the materials and resources needed for repairs and upgrades and kept me closely informed so that I could provide approvals and payment for everything that needed to be done. Throughout our working together, they remained available, and experts in providing guidance for us in legal, tax and regulatory matters.
Charles S.
June 2022 Tenant
We want to thank the Topper Team for 3 great years in Valimar.
During those years you have been very approachable and very fast responding to any inquiry. You have been always very correct and objective and as such balanced the interests of the owner and the tenants. We also enjoyed your experience with international tenants and your flexibility in providing remote showings via video. Lastly, we want to point out your deep market knowledge and your connectivity to home owners in Valimar. That was crucial when we were in the need to switch houses.
Lusine and Markus
April 2022 Landlord
We originally hired the Topper Team as property managers & they came with very valuable resources & relationships we benefitted from. Our house was maintained beautifully so when it came time to sell, it was ready for showings. The Topper Team guided us through the sales process, identifying viable buyers & getting into contract. It can be stressful as distant homeowners' w/ tenants but working w/ the Topper Team relieved all that stress. They are always responsive & proactive in keeping us informed w/ everything related to the home.& we are very appreciative to have worked with them these past few years. We highly recommend Dana, Wendy and the Topper Team. When you work with one, you get them all!
Dr. & Mrs Jordan
March 2022 Tenant
Jane and I wanted to reach out and let you know how pleased we have been with our experience as renters at 81 Festival Ct. The house itself suited our needs perfectly.
In addition to the wonderful home, our time here was enhanced greatly by the remarkable service you provided to us as renters. That service started when we initially looked at the house with you. You understood our needs well and we believe you represented all parties fairly, seeking a “win-win” situation. You also worked with us as we sought to extend our lease. As residents, you were always very responsive to all of our needs typically replying to any email within an hour and you followed up on every item. Whatever issue arose, you were able to address it, making our lives that much easier. You have managed this property with remarkable professionalism and care and we want to let you know how impressed and grateful we have been.
All-in-all, we could not be happier with our experience and we found a wonderful home for the past two years.
Jay and Jane Cohen
January 2021 Landlord
Just wanted to let you know that after 15 years of property management I greatly appreciate the fine job you both are doing, especially since illness has kept me from being available most times. You and Wendy are doing a wonderful job taking care of my property, and I am very grateful.
Hope you are doing well.
Sincerely,
Molly
November 2020 Landlord
"We were in business with the Topper Team "the team" for 8 years. In 2012, due to an international job relocation, the team was able to find ex-pats with their corporations backing up their living expenses that, with the team's business model: never missed a lease payment and; at the same time, tenants lived comfortably with service and maintenance repairs delivered on-time. As the residential market transitioned starting last year, plans A and B were put in place, working shoulder-to-shoulder, to secure a successful transaction in the middle or COVID-19 pandemic".
Patricia and Daniel, Trujillo
May 2020 Landlord )
We met the Topper Team 3 1/2 years ago when we were exploring selling or renting our home in Valimar. The Topper's guided us through the process, presented all of the options and we ended up with wonderful tenants., thoroughly vetted by the Topper's. We hired the Topper Team as property managers, and it has been a smooth experience. Since they have been in the business fora long time, they come with very valuable resources and relationships which we as property owners, benefited from. Our house has been maintained in such good condition that when it came time to sell, the house, the house was ready to show. Again, the Topper Team guided us through the process of selling, identifying viable buyers and before long, we went into contract. It can be stressful as homeowners to try and navigate as Landlords and then as home sellers but working with the Topper Team has relieved all that stress. They are always responsive, and we are proactive in keeping us informed and up to date with everything related to the home. We are very appreciative to have worked with them these past few years. We highly recommend Dana, Wendy and the Tipper Team. When you work with one, you get them all! Thank you so much!
Barry and Ruby Jordan formerly of Valimar
August 2012 Relocation Consultant Perspective
Thank you for your efforts as property manager for two of my transferees and their families who relocated this past summer to the Valimar Communities in North White Plains, NY. It is good to know that they have someone on site who they can contact with repair issues and questions about the complex. Your efficient responses to their concerns and your intimate knowledge of the rental properties make for a much less stressful transition. Thank you, Christina ---------------------------------------------------------------- Christina Johnson Relocation Consultant
August 2009 Landlord
During the over two decades of your being the rental agents and property managers of my property in Rye Brook, you have provided me with excellent service. Both of you have been professional, reliable, dependable, and efficient in handling manners, following-up promptly on issues, and getting back to me. In addition, you have been pleasant, patient, knowledgeable, hard-working, and conscientious.
Furthermore, you have been good communicators, not only with me but also my tenants, and the vendors and people you have contacted when it has involved my property. You have always kept me informed at all times.
I truly appreciate the effort, time, and work you have done for me over the years on my behalf. It has been a pleasure having both of you to work with over the years. I appreciate the undivided attention you gave in renting my property, helping me to maintain it, and getting it sold when it was placed on the market. I will miss the contact that I have had with both of you because you have always been very pleasant and professional to work with during the entire time you have been my agents and property managers. Based on the excellent service you have always provided, I highly recommend you as real estate agents and property managers to anyone who is looking for real estate agents to rent, to sell or to be property managers for their property. I wish both of you continued success in the work you do.
Thank you for your commendable service and attention you provide.
Sincerely,
Glenda Herron
May 2008 Tenant
During our relocation from Germany Mrs. Dana Topper was recommended to us by a couple who had just moved to the US before and whom she had helped during their move. We met Mrs. Topper on short notice and she showed us several houses. After our return to Europe, we continued to stay in touch with her via email. When my husband came back to New York for a business trip she showed him the house we are now living in. In the following weeks Mrs. Topper took care of the whole correspondence, she reacted very quickly and had an answer to our questions. We were very pleased with the reliability and experience of her services.
Mrs. Topper continues to work as a Manager for the Landlord but has always had an open ear for our needs as tenants. We can always count on her immediate and full response.
We are happy to recommend The Topper Team to anybody who is in need of a real estate agent.
Karin Kast-Meinhardt
April 2007 Landlord
I would highly recommend using Dana Topper and Wendy Topper to manage your real estate whether you are nearby or far away. They provide such complete service from finding and screening tenants, assisting with all transactions involving the tenant, lease, and outside firm such as the condo management firm. Additionally, they arrange for and supervise all work.
I have had my condo managed by Dana Topper and Wendy Topper approximately 15 years. Their judgement is excellent. I am currently residing in Italy and would certainly not have the peace of mind that I have about that real estate if it were not in their hands. The cost of their services is far less than the money I would lose by having the condo go empty or by having an unhappy tenant.
Kind Regards,
Maureen O'Regan
March 2007 Landlord
Dana and Wendy Topper helped us in renting out our home in Valimar, White Plains. Acutally we took a very sudden decision on moving to London UK. We were initially planning to sell our house and contacted most of the leading Real Estate Agencies. One of the areas that really differentiated the experience with Dana and Wendy was their knowledge of the area in general and Valimar in particular. It is really difficult to compensate for the knowledge gathered by actually living there. This would have been enough reason for us to select them, but they gave us a more compelling reason. We were actually still trying to evaluate whether we would sell or rent. All the other realtors who came to talk to us insisted that selling was a better idea without going into any details. But Dana and Wendy discussed the pros and cons of both with us in details. They also explained their Property Management Services which was at par if not better (especially given that Dana lives in Valimar) than those offered by other Real estate companies. Based on this we decided to put our house on the market for both sell and rent. We actually got an offer for rent within 2 days and finalized it within 2 weeks. Since then, the communication and attention to details have left us very satisfied that we took the right decision by choosing them. We would whole heartedly recommend Dana and Wendy to anyone that would like to utilize their services. They made what could have been a very stressful process for us very smooth.
Sincerely,
Akiko & Indranil Roy
January 2007 Landlord
It's hard to believe but this past November we began our third year of expatriate life in London. We've thoroughly enjoyed our time in the UK and have high expectations for another fun and eventful 2008.
In part our ability to enjoy ourselves while abroad is related to the manner in which you have so competently managed our property at 111 Vintage Court, White Plains, within the Valimar community. For the past two years you have been instrumental in ensuring our house has been adequately maintained by the tenants, have quickly and thoroughly addressed our and our tenant's concerns, and have established a solid working relationship with my firm's new relocation consultant (SIRVA).
And most importantly you have faithfully guided us through the re-rental process this past October. I know that the US real estate market is quite turbulent and realize that there are a number of Valimar homes for rent and sale at present. It's a testament to your commitment to us as clients that you were able to successfully secure new tenants-without a lapse in tenancy and at a higher monthly rent I might add-and provide advice that helped us save the deal at the last minute. We have great comfort and peace of mind in knowing that you are 'on the case' as and when required.
My wife and I want to sincerely thank you for all your efforts since we began our business relationship in the summer of 2005. Should you have the need to use us as a reference, please do not hesitate to do so; prospective sellers or landlords would benefit from your and your agency's dedication and expertise.
Kind regards,
Guy P
December 2005 Landlord
I want to sincerely thank you for all your efforts in helping us prepare for and ultimately lease our home in Valimar. From your sage advice on arranging and facilitating viewings and setting the price to your attention to detail in finalizing the arrangement, you truly made the process simple and gave us considerable peace of mind. In particular we were very impressed with the way you established and maintained a good working relationship with my firm’s relocation agency, Cendant Mobility. We have great comfort in knowing that you will team with Cendant and are available to respond to and resolve issues, should they arise, in the capacity of property manager.
should you have the need to use us as a reference, please do not hesitate to do so; prospective sellers or landlords would benefit from your and your agency’s expertise.
Once again, my sincere thanks and warmest wishes for a happy and healthy new year to you and your family.
Kind regards,
Guy Prochilo
February 2003 Landlord
Please be advised that we have been using the professional services offered by The Topper Team for managing and maintaining our condo in Tarrytown since 1990. This is due to the fact that local services are essential for comfortable living of tenants in the unit such as maintenance of appliances and equipment, adjust payment bills of gas, water and electricity, and so on. Also they speak for us to the management office for the community and building matters. These are the services which we found necessary to keep the property in top notch conditon. Therefore we are paying for the services
Best Regards,
John Atsushi Takamatsu
March 2003 Tenant
I don't know if I can put into words what you have meant to us. We live in California and had a condo in White Plains we used as a rental property. We recently had some bad tenants. We contacted The Topper Team and explained to them the problems we were having, I also at the time explained we couldn't afford their fee. However, after giving it some additional thought and having worked with Dana and Wendy in the past, I realized, we could not afford not to have them. They were tireless, relentless and very professional in their handling of this problem. After we were finally successful in getting her out, the place had to be cleaned, the bathroom remodeled for potential owners which they found in no time. This letter would be so long to include the work they did to coordinate the remodeling of that bathroom. I hope they have copies of the emails they used to keep us updated on the project every step of the way. I can't begin to show our appreciation for all their effort and help. We would highly recommend their services to anyone requiring an agent or property management. Thank you so much and keep up the good work.
Sincerely,
Tony and Stephanie Sowell
April 2001 Tenant
Thanks for your prompt return of our security deposit. I suppose prompt isn't the right word, as we received it two weeks ahead of the required date. From the beginning of our lease of the Plymouth Road property, your company performed admirable. Neither of us had any experience in leasing a house, so we didn't know what to expect. From your finding us a neighbor to take care of our cat to the quick return of our deposit, the experience exceeded our expectations. We would certainly recommend your company to anyone needing a property manager who "takes care of business"
March 1995 Landlord
Dana Topper and Wendy Topper has been providing various services for us since June, 1993and we have been extremely pleased. They are hard-working, dependable, honest and it is without reservation whatsoever that we write this letter of recommendation.
The services that Dana and Wendy provide for us include tenant acquisition services, lease negotiations, and property management services. Because we have moved out of state, we completely rely on Dana and Wendy to handle all situations that arise with our property in White Plains. Dana and Wendy have consistently shown their willingness to do more than what is expected. They have offered their assistance and guidance during critical situations with our co-op board which attests to their level of experience, and most importantly, they provide us with peace of mind, which is what sets them apart.
It is a pleasure to recommend The Topper Team a true service that sets very high standards and strives to achieve them every day.
Lori Davila