History
Brass Realty of Ballston Spa recently celebrated its one-year anniversary with a complete renovation of the premises to accommodate its growing success. President-owner, and licensed real estate broker Michael Velardi, operates the business at Bath Street, with the assistance of real estate agent Chad Dorrough. Velardi said he selected the Ballston Spa spot for its quiet location, the presence and support of other small business in the area and its potential for growth. Velardi, a lifelong Capital Region resident, began his career as a mortgage broker 1997 and was promoted to a corporate trainer, traveling nationwide to assist fledgling mortgage brokers. Progressing from corporate trainer to mortgage broker office management, Velardi moved into mortgage banking with a national federally chartered lender.With more than 17 years in the mortgage industry, most of which has been spent in providing financing to families buying their first home, or looking to move to their next, Velardi c
Specialties
Michael Velardi is a Licensed Real Estate Broker, President and Owner of Brass Realty. As a Realtor in the Capital Region Michael serves Buyers and Sellers with his Gorilla Guarantee. Michael knows when you want to Buy or Sell Real Estate you want more than promises you want a GUARANTEE. That is why you need an Expert on your side. Michael is an Expert, who began as a Mortgage Broker and Banker before he became a Broker/Owner and a Realtor. Michael has 17 years of mortgage lending experience, working with first time home buyers and existing homeowners to finance their goals. Michael has a diverse financing and marketing background that provides you a glimpse into the online and offline marketing needed to give you the competitive edge when it comes to purchasing or selling your home. Michael became a Broker and a REALTOR because they are held to a higher level of ethics and professional licensing and education requirements. Brass Realty is based on open communication and professional g