Testimonials

A Reputation Worth Five Stars

The Carpluk Team proudly welcomes client reviews and encourages prospective buyers and sellers to read our five-star feedback. We believe transparency and trust are essential, and our reviews reflect the care, expertise, and dedication we bring to every transaction. Hearing directly from past clients offers an honest look at what it’s like to work with our team—and why so many homeowners confidently recommend us to friends, family, and neighbors.

Eric Fanaee
2024
I truly cannot say enough good things about Debbie Carpluk and her team of highly trained professionals. This is a true professional who treats you like family and who knows how to ask all the right questions when showing a house which is absolutely critical. She really knows all the little details to ask which I really appreciated since I don’t know anything about anything or even how to ask if something is good or not. She has so much experience and it really shows during her showings. She was interested in getting the best house for us, taking her time explaining everything (sometimes more
Than once so we could understand)and never pressuring us for anything at all. I really appreciated that and I recommend her and her team to anyone looking to buy or sell a house .

Katie McGlinchey
2025
Debra Carpluk and Andrea Paredes are FIVE STAR!!! I have been a client of the theirs for years! They treat their clients like family, which is why I recommend them to everyone looking to buy or sell a home. They guided me in every right direction when I purchased my first home. Years later, they continued to guide and support me in selling that same home, for a profitable amount, in record time! They are ALWAYS a phone call away. They are consistently professional and have expertise that no one can compare to. I would never use or recommend another team! Carpluk kid for life. Love these ladies!!

Bill Nicolle
2025
Debbie and Maria helped my wife and I find and purchase a house in NY after we sold our previous house in CT with a different realtor. The experience of working with Debbie and Maria was premier. They had a great understanding of our needs and were always available. Each time we looked at a house of interest, the true professionalism shined. As conversations took place with some of the seller realtors, it was immediately apparent that Debbie and Maria are on an entirely different level. They were so much more knowledgeable than every other realtor we talked with and held a level of professionalism that was excellent to work with. They were kind, but yet really went out of way to get us what we want. They took matters into their own hands with pushing the other side of the deal just the right amount to make the deal happen, and happen fast. They have excellent resources / connections to help every step of the way. Debbie and Maria also helped my sister with her house purchase and her experience was equally incredible. Five stars simply is not enough to give Debbie and Maria. If it was a 100 star system, it still wouldn’t be enough. I can’t imagine a scenario of someone ever being displeased with their service. If you made it this far in this review, and are contemplating a realtor selection, it would be a mistake to look any further. You couldn’t possibly be in better hands.

Sharon O'Connor
2025
Debbie and Maria are amazing! They are professional and attentive and always remained in direct contact with us while our house was on the market. They heard and valued our questions and concerns. Debbie and Maria were with us every step of the way. One of their best qualities is that they are nice people and easy to work with!

Nathaniel Pratt
2025
My first experience selling a home with Debbie and her team was absolutely excellent. The amount of time and effort that was put into this transaction was above and beyond. The initial listing photos were amazing and the whole process was as close to seamless as can be expected. Great job by all!!!

Denise Crossley
2025
What can I say about Debbie Carpluk and her team? Well first of all if you are anything like myself and have anxiety about the process of selling your home then Debbie and her team will put all your worry to rest! I had the pleasure to meet Joan Brandmeier for my very 1st meeting with the team. Right from day 1, I knew I was in good hands. I was in my home in Bayshore for 33 years. Putting my house up for sale with the idea of moving to Florida was a bit overwhelming but something I had been contemplating for awhile. With the news of my Floridian daughter expecting a baby I knew it was time to make the move and these ladies were there for me EVERY step of the way! The professionalism and knowledge together as a team was outstanding but the compassion and patience that was provided to me during my anxious moments well that made a world of difference in keeping my sanity through a difficult time. ABOVE and BEYOND service doesn’t even begin to describe these incredible women. Of course there were many others on the team that were right up there with these ladies. Above all if I had to
sum it up in a few words the entire team including of course Debbie and Joan I would have to say the communication received was excellent! I highly recommend Debbie Carpluk & Joan Brandmeier and the entire team to anyone thinking about selling or buying property.

2025
My first experience selling a home with Debbie and her team was absolutely excellent. The amount of time and effort that was put into this transaction was above and beyond. The initial listing photos were amazing and the whole process was as close to seamless as can be expected. Great job by all!!!

2025
Debbie and Lara are the hardest working real estate agents I have ever met. They saved my life and my mind, when I had to sell my cousins home. There was constant contact and all I can say is they always went above and beyond. If anyone in Long Island is in need of a team of real estate agents, you should call them. I promise, you will not be disappointed.

2025
I had an extremely positive experience with Debbie, Janis and the rest of the Debbie Carpluk team. Everyone was incredibly professional, knowledgeable and proactive about responding to my questions and needs. Debbie brings a wealth of experience and energy to the sales process, and she oversees her team with enthusiasm and skilled proficiency. Her proactive approach and excellent communication resulted in my family receiving an excellent price for our house, and everyone was pleased with the final outcome. I strongly endorse this team, and I have already recommended them to a friend of mine.

2025
My brother and I recently worked with Lara to sell my mother’s home, and I cannot say enough about the exceptional experience we had. From start to finish, Lara was professional, knowledgeable, and incredibly thorough. She guided us through every step of the process with a level of expertise and sophistication that was truly second to none.

What stood out most was her genuine care and compassion. This wasn’t just a real estate transaction for us - it was a very personal and emotional process and Lara handled everything with such sensitivity and understanding.

Her attention to detail, strong communication, and commitment to achieving the best outcome made all the difference. I would highly recommend Lara to anyone looking for a real estate professional who combines exceptional skill with grace.

Dorothy
Bay Shore, NY | October 13, 2023
Working with Deb and Pam was wonderful. Even with some hiccups along the way, they both were right there to assist and support. Add in the humor!!

Jim and Patty
East Islip, NY | February 15, 2024
Debra / Kristen I am writing this review to express my utmost satisfaction and gratitude for the exceptional service provided by you during the process of selling my house. From the very beginning, you demonstrated outstanding professionalism, expertise, and unwavering dedication that truly set you apart from other realtors. First and foremost, I would like to commend you both on your exceptional knowledge of the local real estate market. Your insights and guidance were instrumental in determining the optimal listing price for my property, resulting in multiple offers and ultimately fetching a price that exceeded my expectations. Your expertise truly made a significant difference in the successful sale of my home. Throughout the entire process, your excellent communication skills and prompt responsiveness were truly commendable. You kept us informed and updated at every step, promptly addressing my queries and concerns. Your attention to detail and thoroughness ensured that no aspect of the sale was overlooked, which provided me with peace of mind during what can often be a stressful experience. Moreover, your strategic marketing approach and utilization of various channels to showcase my property were brilliant. The high-quality photographs, virtual tours, and comprehensive listing description beautifully highlighted the unique features of my house, attracting a wide range of potential buyers. Your keen eye for staging and presentation was evident, and it undoubtedly played a significant role in generating interest and securing a quick sale. Above all, what truly impressed me was your genuine care and dedication towards ensuring a smooth and seamless experience for me as the seller. You went above and beyond to accommodate my schedule, providing valuable guidance and support at every turn. Your professionalism, integrity, and commitment to excellence were truly refreshing. In conclusion, we cannot thank you both enough for your outstanding service, expertise, and unwavering dedication throughout the process of selling my house. Your exceptional skills, market knowledge, and genuine care for your clients make you an exemplary realtor. I wholeheartedly recommend you to anyone looking to buy or sell a property, confident that they will receive the same exceptional service that I did. Thank you once again for everything you

Doreen and Bart
Centereach, NY | July 5, 2024
Debbie and Tom were the best realtors we have ever worked with. They were very quick to respond to my emails and telephone messages. They explained in detail all of the steps we would be going through to buy a house. I would definitely recommend Debbie and Tom to anyone who needs a realtor in Long Island.

Ryan Crawford
East Islip, NY | November 1, 2024
Debbie went above and beyond. We went through a very difficult process with the seller and Debbie was a tremendous help

Saint James, NY | December 7, 2024
Working with Debra was an absolute pleasure! She was professional, knowledgeable, and went above and beyond to ensure the sale of my house was smooth and successful. I couldn’t have asked for a better experience—highly recommend!

Patricia Svitlik
Massapequa, NY | January 2, 2025
Debra was a referral from a very good friend of mine. She came highly recommended ! Debra and Andrea have been completely professional from the minute we signed with them! They did all the work. They are so knowledgeable, well-informed about the market and property values and would come so prepared with comparables to back it up! They are respectful, supportive, helpful, but most of all responsive. Anytime we had any concerns or questions they responded immediately! Debra is a Top Notch professional and I would highly recommend her!

Islandia, NY | January 7, 2025
Debra did an amazing job of selling my house. I have bought and sold 10 homes in the past and this was the one time that I had no complaints as everything about the sale went without a problem . We received multiply offers within 3 days. and they were all for more than the listed price, just as Debra said we would receive.

Donna McHugh
Huntington Station, NY | December 5, 2025
Debbie did thorough research to make sure I would get the most for the house that I was selling. The selling process was explained in detail, step by step. I was never wondering, what now? She understood it was going to be emotional since I grew up in the house. Debbie was straight forward with all of the information. When I had a question, she responded in seconds. I took her advice and suggestions. It was a smooth sale from start to finish. I could not have asked for a better experience. Thank you!

9/25/2024 •
Bought a Single Family home in 2023
Review for: Maria Aaraas
I highly recommend Maria Aaraas to be your real estate agent! She is highly knowledagble and available to you. She made every step of the process go seamlessly. When we saw houses with her, she would point out the features of the house that we needed to be aware of in the long run (electrical, gas/oil, etc). It was just the fluff of the house which we greatly appreciated. As first time home buyers, we had a lot of questions and were unaware of some of the processes. Maria was always available to answer questions, no question was off the table! Even if she didn’t know the answer, she would seek out the answer for us! We felt secure in Maria being our realtor. Even up to closing and beyond, she has been an incredible resource! She is also very thoughtful, going above and beyond gifting us new home decor and including our dog. That is never expected, but truly appreciated when the home buying process can be so taxing on you. It’s nice to know our realtor has our back and best interests at heart! Thank you so much Maria for all your help!

11/8/2024 • nick
Review for: Janis Thomson
Janis was a pleasure to deal with. She is very knowledgeable, professional and extremely friendly. I could not have found my new home without her. She really went above and beyond to help me find what I was looking for.

1/7/2025
Review for: Debra L Carpluk
Debra and Janis did an amazing job of selling my house. I have bought and sold 10 homes in the past and this was the one time that I had no complaints as everything about the sale went without a problem. We received multiply offers within 3 days. and they were all for more than the listed price, just as Debra said we would receive.

1/31/2025 •
Debbie and Maria helped my wife and I find and purchase a house in NY after we sold our previous house in CT with a different realtor. The experience of working with Debbie and Maria was premier. They had a great understanding of our needs and were always available. Each time we looked at a house of interest, the true professionalism shined. As conversations took place with some of the seller realtors, it was immediately apparent that Debbie and Maria are on an entirely different level. They were so much more knowledgeable than every other realtor we talked with and held a level of professionalism that was excellent to work with. They were kind, but yet really went out of way to get us what we want. They took matters into their own hands with pushing the other side of the deal just the right amount to make the deal happen, and happen fast. They have excellent resources / connections to help every step of the way. Debbie and Maria also helped my sister with her house purchase and her experience was equally incredible. Five stars simply is not enough to give Debbie and Maria. If it was a 100 star system, it still wouldn’t be enough. I can’t imagine a scenario of someone ever being displeased with their service. If you made it this far in this review, and are contemplating a realtor selection, it would be a mistake to look any further. You couldn’t possibly be in better hands.

5/2/2025
Sold a Single Family home in 2025.
Review for: Andrea Paredes
Andrea did an excellent job! She truly knows how to be a great listing agent. She was very thorough and knowledgeable and walked me every step of the way for the sale of my house. I recommend Andrea for all kinds of real estate needs. Thank you again, Andrea.

5/25/2025
Sold a home in 2025.
Review for: Debra L Carpluk
Debbie and Maria are outstanding realtors! Their knowledge of Islip and the surrounding towns is outstanding. They were professional and attentive. They heard and valued our questions and concerns and were supportive every step of the way. Debbie and Maria were great to work with and provided sound advisement.

9/28/2025 •
Sold a Single Family home in 2025
Review for: Debra L Carpluk
I had an extremely positive experience with Debbie, Janis and the rest of the Debbie Carpluk team. Everyone was incredibly professional, knowledgeable and proactive about responding to my questions and needs. Debbie brings a wealth of experience and energy to the sales process, and she oversees her team with enthusiasm and skilled proficiency. Her proactive approach and excellent communication resulted in my family receiving an excellent price for our house, and everyone was pleased with the final outcome. I strongly endorse this team, and I have already recommended them to a friend of mine.

10/11/2025
Review for: Janis Thomson
Janis helped me with both the selling of my house and the buying of my new one. She was there every step of the way to shorten the learning curve, and answer all my questions. She was readily accessible, always getting back to me in a timely manner when she couldn’t respond right away. She is very knowledgeable and was responsive to my needs and requests, while offering experienced advice. I appreciated her professionalism and trusted her to negotiate to get the best outcomes for me. Her research helped to inform my decisions and made me feel confident that I was going in the right direction, in good hands, and surrounded by other reliable professionals in her wide circle of contacts, such as attorneys, inspectors and accountants. It took a lot of the stress and anxiety out of deciding who to sell to and buy from. I am happy to say I got way more than I thought was possible for my house. Having someone like Janis in my corner to guide and support me through the whole process helped make it all possible. I am thrilled with the outcome and needless to say, I highly recommend her.

11/13/2025 • Indy
Bought a Condo home in 2025.
Review for: Janis Thomson
Janis is an excellent real estate professional and a wonderfully compassionate human being. Not only does she whole-heartedly understand what her clients are looking for, she also comes equipped with a network of equally excellent professionals for all milestones of your homebuying (or selling) journey. I truly can't recommend her enough - 5 stars & beyond!

11/18/2025 • Mary Peel
Sold a home in 2025.
Review for: Debra L Carpluk
Debbie and Lara are the hardest working real estate agents I have ever met. They saved my life and my mind, when I had to sell my cousins home and I lived three hours away. There was constant contact and all I can say is they always went above and beyond. If anyone in Long Island is in need of a team of real estate agents, you should call them. I promise, you will not be disappointed.

From beginning to end, Debbie Carpluk was wonderful to work with during the process of selling our home. Her hands-on approach and “can do (anything)” attitude made the painstaking process of selling our home pain-free. In preparing for our sale, she provided us with excellent real-time market data while also providing great recommendations for handymen, estate sale agents, electricians and more. Since we were not living in the home that we were selling, Debbie remained on call to step in at any time for anything that needed doing while we were not there. The entire transaction could not have gone more smoothly. So if you are looking for a team to seamlessly guide you through the process of either buying or selling a home, then we we highly recommend Debbie and her entire team at Keller Williams Realty Elite.

Debbie and her team were with us every step of the way with the sale of our house. Someone was there to explain everything and make sure we were comfortable with every decision. I cannot recommend her team enough. Debbie knows everything in and out and really makes sure nothing gets missed.

My husband and I worked with Maria Aaraas of Keller Williams Realty to purchase our home, and couldn't have been happier with our entire experience. Being first time home buyers in such a volatile market, we were very apprehensive and intimidated when beginning our search. From the day we met Maria, we knew we were in great hands. She was extremely helpful, genuine, open, transparent, and reliable through the whole process Maria truly cared about us, understood our needs, and was always available to answer our questions and put us at ease at any time of day (and we had many!) We made lifelong friends with Maria and her husband from our time spent using her as our agent! We can't thank you both enough for the time and effort you spent with us, making our first experience as easy as it was!We both are very happy with our first home and couldn’t have been more pleased with the service. We would definitely recommend the Maria and the Keller Williams Debbie Carpluk Team.

Debbie is an experienced, knowledgeable, down to earth professional. She is prepared and on time. You can reach out to her and she will get back to you in a timely manner. She has many contacts in the business. She has many resources (clean out, estate sales, pest control) Debbie and her team are there for you from listing to closing. She is confident and helpful at every turn. Her confidence helps a stressful situation be less stressful. She is a good problem solver and thinks on her feet. I would highly recommend her.

I have had 7 transactions with Debra, and she is hands down simply THE best! I have referred countless friends and family to her. She treats her clients as she would her own family. She is extremely professional and knowledgeable.

I contacted Debra to explore selling the family home in Islip Terrace of 52 years about 8 years ago, when my mother and brother expressed an interest to move closer to me in the Black Hills of South Dakota for more family support and a cheaper cost of living. Debbie provided us with comps and advice as to what was most important to get the house ready for sale when the time was right. Her knowledge and skills in her trade, positivity, and work ethic were notable from the start. My mother was very much attached to the home and decided that she preferred not to move and ultimately passed away this August in New York. As with many families, there were issues around asset allocation, family disagreements/baggage that needed to be dealt with the utmost sensitivity and compassion. Debbie absolutely exceeded expectations in this area. She set an appropriate selling price based on the condition of the property and the market, helped us (sellers) create a project plan to get the house ready to show, expertly managed the personalities involved to keep it all moving, and mitigated any factors that may have thrown a monkey wrench in the works. All of this, while being sensitive to just how emotionally difficult this was so close Mom’s passing and other “stressors” that were pulling on us as the sellers. Ultimately, the transaction closed smoothly and right on schedule. Debbie and her associates, Jillian Brandine & Joan Brandmeier did everything as promised and more. Debbie has consummate skill as a realtor, the work ethic of a tiger, and a Heart of Gold. I felt she truly understood where I was at, was a firm hand at the wheel and ALWAYS had our best interest at the forefront and had our back. I would give Debbie the highest recommendation possible. 15 out of 10!!!!!

Awesome experience, loved working with this team!!! Andrea and Deb are the best,
would work with them again in a heartbeat!!!

Working with both Debbie and Joan was a total pleasure. They were there every step
of the way. Debbie kept me totally informed on what was going on all the way up to
the closing date. I would not hesitate to use them again. The whole staff there was
help and very accommodating.

We recently sold our house and we were not sure where to start. We contacted Debra Carpluk from Keller Williams and we were not disappointed. She eased our concerns and made the overwhelming process of selling our home less stressful. Debra is knowledgeable, personable and has all the right contacts, whether you are buying or selling a home. I would highly recommend Debra Carpluk from Keller Williams as your realtor.

Debra Carpluk & her staff will find you what you are looking for. They will take your
calls when possible, if not, they will get back you in a timely manner, even on
weekends & nights. They will be there for your inspection & closing, handling any
issues that may arise.

I have worked with many Realtor in my day and I can say Debra Carpluk was one of a kind. She was available day, nigh, weekends. Always ready to answer any questions. Did her home work before listing my home that sold 6/2022. She made this entire process so easy and hassle free. I highly recommend her for any sale of any type of property. You won’t be disappointed!!

Debbie and Jillian, helped me purchase my first home. They took the time to take me to many viewings and answered my calls at anytime. They put us as ease during the home buying process. They made the process incredibly easy and their thorough knowledge, not only of general real estate, but of the local market made it a great pleasure throughout the whole process. Debbie & Jillian are excellent realtors and I would highly recommend to anyone.

We loved working with Joan Brandmeier — she kept us informed while our offer was being considered, helped get the deal done and then was very accommodating in providing access to the house so we could get our remodeling quotes started. It helps to go through a stressful process with a nice person — we highly recommend her!

Janis Thomson was amazing to work with! She is knowledgeable, patient and professional. We were the sellers, and she priced our house perfectly in this crazy market, gave helpful information on the entire process and we closed in a timely manner. I am confident in our choice of agents; Janis Thomson was a perfect match for us!

I was nervous about putting my house of 28 years on the market but I knew it was time to downsize. A co-worker referred me to Debra Carpluk of Keller Williams Realty Elite. Debra and Lara Barra teamed up and put my mind at ease, saying they would be with me every step of the way. My house sold in one weekend - above asking price. I was happy but knew it would be hard for me to find a ranch with a finished basement within walking distance to my job. Debra and Lara combed all the areas that would fit that criteria but to no avail. Then they went above and beyond with a mailing to homeowners with my specific needs. Lucky for me, one family contacted Lara and I was able to proceed with the purchase of my one-of-a-kind house. We are looking forward to many wonderful years there.

I was very fortunate to be able to work with Debbie and Lara. I put off selling my house because I didn't want the hassle but they made me feel comfortable and guided me every step of the way.

I had a beyond fantastic experience with Debbie Carpluck, Joan Brandmeier, and the team at Keller Williams Realty Elite! Everything went very smoothly and the team was prompt to help me with anything and everything I needed. I love this team and LOVE my new home!! I highly recommend Debbie Carpluck, Joan Brandmeier, and the team at Keller Williams Realty Elite for any and all of your real estate needs!!

Debbie and her team were extremely helpful throughout the home buying process. As first time home buyers, we had several questions along the way and Debbie was always quick to respond and was very knowledgeable on all topics. The entire process was easy and smooth thanks to Debbie and team. We are so grateful they helped us find our perfect first home.

Did what other agents couldn’t do!
We were listed for over 5 years until Kristen Moriarty took over our property. We knew she was the one we were waiting for. In less than 3 months we were in contract. She sold our unit. We should have connected with her sooner! Kristen was very professional and kept us informed at all times. We highly recommend her! She made it very easy and painless to part with our home.

My fiancé and I just purchased our first home this past month. We worked with Maria Aaraas of Keller Williams Realty and we couldn’t have asked for a better experience. Being a first time home buyer, especially in todays market, is extremely stressful but Maria made the entire process a breeze from start to finish. Maria went above and beyond to make sure that all of our needs were met and that all of our questions were answered. Maria made this such a memorable experience for us and we are so in love with our new home. Thank you Maria and the Debbie Carpluk Team!

Thank you Debbie Carpluk, Jillian Brandine and the entire Carpluk team for selling my home. They explained everything to me, were quick to respond to my text(s), answered all my questions and were with me every step of the way. I highly recommend the entire Carpluk team.