A native New Yorker, Mickey graduated from Trinity Pawling Prep School in the Hudson Valley area of NY. When his division 1 basketball career was cut short by several knee operations, he left Fairfield University, Conn. and headed for Ithaca, New York, where he met his wife Syndee. One year after college graduation, they were married and Mickey started his career as a High School teacher and coach. His wife, Syndee, was employed as a buyer/merchandise manager for a Central New York department store.Five years later, the world of business and Real Estate became Mickey's passion and profession. Mickey has bought, sold, and owned more than 200 properties over the past two decades. He is well experienced in guiding both Buyers and Sellers of all experience levels through the exciting yet stressful process and is seasoned in 1031 Exchanges.Upon the arrival of their son (former 7' Basketball Center for Div. 1 newcomer Bryant University), Syndee left the arduous hours of retailing to join his endeavors. They found that working together and investing in Real Estate, allowed them to be available for their child while also permitting them the opportunity to help careworn property owners.