Awards
#1 in Homes Sold and Sales Volume, Rivertowns 2018-22
Top 5 in Sales Volume, Westchester County, 2019-22
★★★★★
"Francie Malina and her team exceeded my expectations by orders of magnitude. Not only did she secure multiple bids for my home (during a buyers market!), but she remained extremely present and available during the entire transaction and negotiated an excellent price and terms for my home. Francie and her team approached the deal with a wonderful human element, always conscious that behind both sides of a transaction are families. The most striking part of the entire transaction is that, unlike most agents, Francies job did not end the day she received her check. She continues to not only be helpful to my family but to the buyers who purchased my home and they weren't even her clients. Her follow through is extraordinary, her intelligence, knowledge of the market and attention to detail unmatched and her kindness stands alone in this industry. I would give 10 stars if I could." - Cheryl, Irvington
★★★★★
"If you are considering buying a home in Westchester, specifically the Rivertowns, look no further. My wife and I were one of many moving from Brooklyn to the suburbs. Afraid, scattered, uncertain of what we wanted, uncertain of what we could afford, and not sure where to live or which town to look in. Luckily for us we had Francie. She was so informative, knows everything about everything/anything in the Rivertowns. From where you want to live in each town to what electrician and plumber to hire after you buy the . She has friends at all the schools/local pre-schools to help with the transition of kids to a new town, as well as an endless resource to anything/everything Westchester. She quickly became someone we trusted, and in the end of the day that's what you need when it comes to a realtor." - Mike, Irvington
★★★★★
"Francie is an unbelievable realtor and person. She is dedicated, smart, positive and a quick and effective person to work with. She helped us find the right town first, and home, next. Beyond that, once we moved in to our home, she continued to give us support with social connections and home contracting and town resources. How many times will your realtor throw a party for all of her clients to help them make new friends in town? Drop off gifts for your kids now and then just to be welcoming? Francie got the job done to close on our , and also continues to support us as we learn to live in our and in the community. We were so lucky to have worked with her." - Kristin, Irvington
★★★★★
"Francie led our home search in the Rivertowns area. She was a joy to work with – full of insight and positive energy. Through her we came to have a much better understanding of the area, which was critical because we were relocating from NYC. She was also very accommodating and helpful with our five-year-old kiddo, who was accompanying us on our search. She made a potentially stressful process fun. Highly recommended." - Nick, Dobbs Ferry
★★★★★
"Francie knows the Rivertowns inside and out and is a fountain of local knowledge. She really listened to what we wanted and was thoughtful in providing us with guidance throughout our search. She has great insight on fairness of price, quality of amenities, etc. and she is confident in sharing her honest opinion (which we loved). She anticipated our needs, including things we didn’t even know we needed! And she is tremendously fun and warm, so we enjoyed -hunting with her. We recommend her unreservedly" - Amy, Ardsley
★★★★★
"It is hard to find enough superlatives to describe how wonderful and effective Francie was during our buying process. She truly went above and beyond the duties of agent. She was candid, practical, warm and welcoming from our first meeting through the present. She allowed our 2 and 4-year-olds to play at her as we attended the closing, has guided us while getting settled in the community and has checked on us with regularity. This process can be quite daunting, and she helped us strategize to be successful. Anyone considering a home in the Rivertowns should not hesitate to contact Francie as an adviser and agent in this process." - Katie, Irvington
★★★★★
"Francie was great to work with on the sale of our home. Enthusiastic, competent and on top of every need we had. She has connections to a wide network of home industry professionals, moving companies etc. We highly recommend her, she exceeded our expectations in every aspect!" - Peter, Irvington
As the No. 1 agent in the Rivertowns and consistently ranked among the top 5 in all of Westchester County, Francie brings unparalleled energy, knowledge, commitment and professionalism to everything she does. Her list of awards is impressive, but as her numerous, glowing client testimonials make clear, her reputation for honesty and integrity is far more important. As the leader of The Francie Malina Team, she insists on making client satisfaction the group's highest priority and espouses a simple but compelling philosophy — professional, hassle-free service with a smile. Francie provides every buyer and seller with the same exceptional attention and loyalty that she expects when hiring a professional.
Francie is also a formidable industry presence and dynamic presenter with a nationwide reputation for her expertise and insights. Through her involvement as a Women of CompassWestchester Leader, co-founder of the Women of Compass Clubhouse and a founding member of Realm Global, a worldwide luxury real estate think tank, Francie keeps her finger on the pulse of issues affecting the market.
A successful Westchester realtor since 2010 and an active resident of the Rivertowns for over 28 years, Francie's comprehensive knowledge of the market and all things Westchester gives her clients a tremendous advantage. Moreover, the financial savvy she gained through years at the Federal Reserve Bank of New York makes her a uniquely qualified partner and collaborator for buyers and sellers throughout the Rivertowns of Hastings, Dobbs Ferry, Irvington, Tarrytown, Sleepy Hollow and Ardsley.
Originally from Connecticut, Francie earned a bachelor's degree in managerial economics from Union College and attended the NYU Stern School of Business. Married with two children, she transitioned from New York City to the Rivertowns in 1992 and has immersed herself in community life ever since. In her free time, Francie enjoys skiing, hiking and spending quality time with her family.