Testimonials

When the Clover Group, LLC decided to expand its senior housing development model into Connecticut, we chose the R. Calabrese Agency, LLC as our exclusive site selection and analyst specialist. We made the right choice.



Richard A. Neville
Director of Development

Bob Bowden of the R. Calabrese Agency has worked with Excess Space Retail Services for many, many years and we could not be more satisfied with his work throughout the years. R. Calabrese Agency has handled the disposition of several of our clients properties throughout Connecticut and has assisted us by providing valuable market information and opinions of value as well. Bob's responsiveness, professionalism and effectiveness has made the R.Calabrese Agency one of the top brokers we have worked with across the country.We are grateful to have them as a resource and as a team member in our projects throughout Connecticut.

Howard Goldfarb, Chief Operating Officer
Excess Space Retail Services, Inc.

I have had an excellent working relationship with the R. Calabrese Agency for nearly a decade. They understand the dynamics of the market and provide valuable insight to the client to assist in making informed decisions.

Gary P. Danis | Regional Team Leader Special Assets |First Vice President
First Niagara Bank

For over a decade, the R. Calabrese Agency, LLC has been working in concert with Great American Donut, Inc., the largest Dunkin’ Donuts franchisee in Connecticut, expanding our brand from 18 stores to over 50 stores and still growing. The Calabrese Agency has provided Great American Donut, Inc. exceptional market knowledge, precise site selection analysis and transaction expertise. We know we can count on them every step of the way.

We consider the R. Calabrese Agency, LLC a valuable and trusted member of our development team and we look forward to continuing our long and successful relationship.


Mr. Scott Fanning, President
Great American Donut, Inc.

I have considered the R. Calabrese Agency an important resource for market-driven knowledge and resource investigation since the 90’s. Very professional, confidential, and responsive. The quality of research and follow-up provided in the areas of economic development, site search and market trends in the local area has been great -- my “go-to guys” for advice on both for government and private sector real estate matters.

Jeffrey P. Cugno
Director of Development Services
O&G Industries, Inc.

I have worked with Tony and Ralph on several projects and they are always professional, straight-forward and pleasant to work with. I would highly recommend them and look forward to continuing our successful track record with their firm.

Courtney Hendricson
Assistant Town Manager, Development Services
Town of Enfield, CT

In the past several years, I have worked on numerous sales of ORE properties with R. Calabrese Agency, LLC. Each of these properties possessed their own unique set of challenges. Ralph Calabrese and his staff helped to overcome obstacles, persevered toward resolution and facilitated a sale. I am grateful for their dedication, hard work and exemplary service. Ralph and his staff have always exhibited professionalism, confidence and knowledge of the market place. Their valued service is something that I appreciate and rely upon. I would like to express my gratitude on behalf of Wells Fargo Bank and I look forward in continuing our partnership with R. Calabrese Agency, LLC in the sale of our CT ORE properties.”


Mary Isabel Rassias - Asst. Vice President/ORE Asset Manager/Credit Management Group
Wells Fargo Bank, N.A.

Over the past thirty years I have relied on Ralph Calabrese and the Calabrese Agency for accurate insight on what is really happening in the real estate market in Central Connecticut.”

William E. Kane, Jr., MAI
Wellspeak Dugas & Kane LLC