Meet Nicole Hay

Nicole is the co-founder and leader of The Nicole Hay Team, a world-class New York City real estate team that specializes in residential sales, rentals, and investments. Nicole Hay Team clients value their interpersonal communication skills, market savvy, and results-driven approach. Nicole is known for her exceptional eye for a deal that maximizes client opportunity. She has been referred to as a “deal doctor” and is known for her ability to think outside the box to craft the most advantageous deal for her clients. It is because of this tenacity that she is able to secure even the most complex and complicated of deals and see them through for her clients to the closing table.

 

Nicole has developed a notable reputation in the real estate industry. As a result of her diligence and dedication, she was awarded REBNY's esteemed Deal of the Year Award, along with the highly coveted Rising Star Award. Most recently, she was recognized as a top-producing agent in New York City. A well-rounded residential specialist with a keen understanding of New York City real estate, Nicole has the skills and experience to help her clients through every step of the transaction from closing to beyond. Arriving at Compass from another top residential firm in New York City, Nicole believes investing in New York City real estate is the wisest decision one can make. "Buying a home in New York City is not only an excellent lifestyle choice but also a smart investment with unprecedented returns," she says. Nicole is a package deal with a long track record of success, which translates into smart marketing and advertising strategies for her sellers and tough negotiation skills for her buyers. Known for her keen eye for a deal, Nicole appreciates firsthand the value of a talented guide and staunch ally. "I understand what it's like to be a buyer, and I know that your home is not only your greatest investment but also a very personal reflection of who you are," she says. "Throughout the process, I will help you remain true to yourself, your needs, and your budget, so you can ultimately nestle into the home of your dreams. My goal is your happiness and total satisfaction." Nicole’s commitment to expertly guiding and empowering her clients is the foundation of her incredibly successful business, industry recognition, and a long list of loyal clientele.

 

Nicole grew up in Kings Point, New York, and Short Hills, New Jersey. For over 20 years, she's lived on the Upper East Side where she enjoys seeing familiar faces everywhere she goes and having easy access to the beauty of Central Park, where she regularly spends time with her children and havapoo, Ruby. She received a BA in corporate communications from Baruch College, has an extensive background in advertising and marketing with Conde Nast and Crain's New York, and is the PTA President of her children’s school. Nicole speaks English, Farsi, and Spanish, and has a working knowledge of Hebrew. She is also a Broadway show buff and a foodie who never tires of trying new restaurants all over the city. For fun, she captures all of New York's beauty and hottest luxury listings on her Instagram Page @NYPowerbroker which has been featured by ABC7 and The Daily News multiple times! She has been featured as a key panelist and social media expert at her company Social Media Summit which highlighted the importance and influence of marketing real estate through social media platforms.