Tungsten Agents
Born and raised in midtown Manhattan, I appreciate the tremendous pace of New York. That said, I recognize that here more than most cities, finding the ideal office space can be stressful. I bear the burden so my clients can enjoy the search. With my intimate knowledge of the city and extensive landlord contacts, finding the perfect office will not be as difficult as it might seem. I am patient and honest with my clients, and I am an aggressive negotiator with ownerships, always demanding respect and straightforwardness. I've negotiated Leases worth millions of dollars and always try to save my clients as much time, money and stress as possible. I am proficient in Hebrew y hablo espanol tambien, si seria mas comodo para usted.
A native New Yorker, Elizabeth brings her knowledge and life-long passion for this incredible, ever-changing city to work every day. Her enthusiastic nature, integrity and persistant hard-work are the qualities which help her consistently meet her clients' needs and surpass their expectations. She's a graduate of Yale University, a student in the Real Estate program at NYU, a budding surfer, and the mother of one of the most gregarious boys you'd meet all year. Elizabeth lives with her family in their brownstone in Brooklyn.
Nancy Nguyen is a manager in the commercial leasing division of Tungsten Properties and has been instrumental in its inception and development.
Born in Vietnam, raised in Northern California.s San Francisco Bay Area, and a New Yorker for six years, Nancy is a refreshing balance between pleasant west coaster and driven, efficient east coaster. Her formal education was at UCSD in La Jolla where she received a B.A. in Behavioral Psychology. While still in school, she shifted her focus to sales/marketing. Thereafter, she went on to specialize in B to B, and B to C E-Commerce. Her transition to real estate was natural and has become a labor of love.
My goal is to meet all my clients. needs, and ultimately, to exceed their expectations, no matter what the circumstances.'
Nancy attributes her success to her ability to listen and be resourceful. Her philosophy is simple: offer an uncompromised level of professionalism in the most friendly manner.
I find that people in New York spend so much time in high pressure environments, under the gun and constantly pressured, that when they finally come across someone who is willing to take the time and actually ask the questions that it takes to discern their true needs and desires and then take them by the hand and patiently, intelligently guides them, they really appreciate it.
Nancy specializes in commercial lofts and high-end residential leasing, in addition to sales.
I am originally from out west, a native of Seattle and after school at Brown University in Rhode Island, I decided the East Coast was for me. Having lived several years in New England and now New York for many more, I have learned to like both as their own. Of course the undisputably greatest city on earth has its endless perks and wonders, everything old and new. More than this, I have seen New Yorkers in many ways as the best of everyone from all over the world. Above this all, it is increasingly difficult to draw comparisons to the diversity of properties this city offers to people from all walks of life.
Before real estate I worked as a contributing writer at The Seattle Times for two years in high school, as an editor and publisher of a non-profit student-run newspaper addressing public health issues in Providence, and as a filmmaker and mentor at a digital media organization in Seattle. Currently I make my home in downtown Brooklyn and invite the most loyal among all Manhattanites to say hello to their neighbors, beautiful shops, and breathtaking scenery. Why not cross the closest bridge, it's worth the trip, just another world for you to enjoy.
Tom Bencivengo was born and raised in northern Connecticut and is a New Englander at heart (although he won’t admit it). Tom studied at the Oberlin Conservatory of Music in Ohio where he received a BA in Jazz Studies in the year 2000. After graduating he moved straight to NYC to begin his career as a musician and found his home in Park Slope, Brooklyn where he currently resides. The music world was (and still is) good to Tom and has taken him to many places and down many paths. As a performer he has played with some of New York’s greats and performed around the world. In addition to performing Tom has immersed himself in many other facets of the music world helping him hone his skills as a businessman and entrepreneur. He has worked on score editing projects for Broadway, lectured at NYU’s Tisch School of the Arts and Vassar College, and managed his own booking agency to name a few. “My interests in Real Estate all started with a trip to Costa Rica with my father to look for some investment opportunities there. Also, seeing Brooklyn at the height of its revival has left me hungry to learn and make my own contribution.” Some of his current personal projects include a land deal on the island of Vieques in Puerto Rico and a restaurant project in Brooklyn. He is also enrolled in his third semester at NYU’s Real Estate Institute. Tom believes a great apartment or business is only made better by a great neighborhood and he has a strong knack for seeing the hidden potential in places that others might overlook, especially in Brooklyn. Overall his experiences have made him a well-rounded, professional individual with a warm personality and a real talent for working with people.
Commercial and international customers call Alex Langerhorst when they need a rental or sales property in a desirable Manhattan neighborhood. His knowledge of the commercial market and his warm personality have earned him respect among both clients and colleagues alike.
Originally from The Netherlands, Alex makes European customers feel especially comfortable as he speaks English, Dutch, and German, and is proficient in French.
Through many years of experience, Alex has an extensive knowledge of the city and its neighborhoods. He is extremely committed when it comes to service, and a great resource when looking for mid-priced to luxury commercial properties. In addition to his copious Tungsten Properties resources, Alex utilizes a strong network of real estate colleagues and contacts which makes him capable of handling all of your real estate needs.
Rob Levy joined Tungsten in the fall of 2006. He has been involved in commercial real estate transactions since 2001 in Manhattan as both a client and an agent. Rob has spent most of his career working in Marketing and Communcations for prominent educational institutions such as Columbia University and Baruch College. Rob holds a B.A. from The University of Michigan and an M.B.A. from Southern Methodist University. As a Manhattan real estate owner and former Board President of his condominium, he brings a unique perspective to Tungsten, along with his strong marketing and negotiation skills.
Matt is a native New Yorker who can assist you with all of your real estate needs, in all neighborhoods of the city. Having been born in Brooklyn and later moving to Queens he also deals with those parts of the city. He is a versatile agent who brokers commercial, as well as residential properties. Matt graduated New York University with a degree in Economic Theory, and later went on to various positions in the financial services industry such as loan origination, foreign exchange trading & Equity Research; so when it comes to analyzing potential investments (or a potential new home) he can definitely add value. Matt takes pride in his intimate knowledge of buildings and neighborhoods from his several years in Real Estate to be able to be efficient in brokering deals, and adding real value to clients. If looking to buy/sell or rent/lease commercial or residential properties in New York City, Matt will be able to handle your needs.
Brian’s entrepreneurial spirit began in the early 1980’s as cofounder of R.A.G.S. Inc. As president and officer of day to day operations for more than twenty years in the fast paced fashion industry, Brian knows what it takes to provide the best product, as well as service, and the ability to work out any problems and complications on an immediate basis for his clients. Brian took his foundation of hard work, service, and ethics into a complicated and diverse real estate envirement in 2003, and spent five years honing his skills on some of the most exclusive and sought after real estate in the country within the beach cities of Los Angeles. Born on the infamous Sunset Blvd, Brian bucked the trend by leasing out his Southern California beach property, moving to the East Coast and settling in the Carnegie Hill section on the Upper East Side of Manhattan with his wife. Brian has traveled the world and believes Manhattan is THE city, unlike any other. Whatever you’re looking for, you will find it here. And whether you’re buying, selling, or looking to lease, it will be a privilege working for you.
Peggy Scott hails from Houston by way of Ohio State University where she earned her Bachelors of Art in Communications & realized her love for college football. She now resides in the East Village, which reflects her laid back and approachable style and demeanor. Thanks to her background consisting of planning and producing events, Peggy is able to effectively communicate with clients in order to identify their needs and ultimately ensure a quality experience.
Born and raised in Manhattan, Morgan is the son of an acclaimed West African (Ghanaian) author. A 100% New Yorker, Morgan received a solid education from Mt. St. Michael Academy in the Bronx and the College of Mt. St. Vincent in Riverdale, NY. His professional experience began with corporate INROADS internship and with his business administration background worked for the Columbia University Research Foundation. Since his experience managing financial affairs at C.U., he has pursued a career in Real Estate Financing-closing residential and commercial loans as a licensed broker. His love of life and the arts led him to live in Italy where he worked and performed in the arts and dance communities. Meanwhile he developed real estate and trade opportunities between Italy, Ghana, and the USA. Now, Morgan spends most of his time developing more business the Morgan Way-PRINCIPLED TRANSPARENCY. Morgan has never lost a deal. Yes, he speaks Italian very well. Ragazzi, Buon Lavoro.
Kiyan E. Zadeh main focus is on Commercial Retail spaces in SoHo New York. What separates Kiyan from other New York City real estate brokers is his professional background rooted in Switzerland building him unique characteristics such as negotiation skills, integrity, punctuality, and most of all honesty. Whether you approach him as a buyers, sellers or investors here in Manhattan, throughout the country or overseas, Kiyan makes it his personal mission to ensure that his clients receive the time and individual guidance that they need to make their entire real estate transaction as comfortable and as stress-free as possible.
Kiyan is fluent in Swiss-German, German, Farsi/Persian with basic French and Hebrew.
Asa brings a diverse background to his work in real estate. A graduate of the University of California at Berkeley, Asa is a classically trained actor who has appeared in numerous Shakespearean productions throughout the country. He is currently a highly successful voice over artist lending his voice to national television commercials and documentary films. As a real estate owner, developer, and agent, Asa brings in-depth personal experience and expertise to all of his clients and understands the subtle details involved to get things accomplished efficiently and easefully. An active environmentalist, Asa is a champion of sustainable development and a specialist in Green buildings, which he combines with his love for modern design and architecture. A New Yorker since 1999, Asa has lived throughout the city and has an intimate knowledge of Manhattan and Brooklyn. He also maintains an international sensibility, traveling frequently to Europe and is fluent in Spanish. Asa brings optimism and enthusiasm to the forefront. He enjoys learning about the unique needs and desires of his clients and takes great satisfaction in leading them to the ideal space for their business and life to flourish.
Rel Lavizzo lives in the heart of Greenwich Village and has cultivated an extensive familiarity with the downtown area from East to West- from the early history of lower Manhattan to where to eat breakfast, lunch or dinner. Currently focusing on commercial and retail space in the East Village neighborhood, Rel can guide clients around with ease and confidence, making them familiar with one of the best areas in Manhattan for small businesses and entrepreneurs. Rel is a graduate of Princeton University and has a background in education and public policy, as well as performing arts. She has also worked in consulting and most recently in hospitality at a luxury downtown hotel.
She brings a friendly, no-nonsense approach to her work, believing that listening carefully to clients needs and responding to them accordingly is the best way to broker deals efficiently and keep the customer satisfied!
