About

Thirty years of being patient on purpose.

I have been in the real estate industry for more than 30 years, first in New York City and now in Hampton, Virginia. My work has always come down to the same thing: good information, delivered with courtesy.

Today
Associate Broker and Relocation Specialist, Realty Connect LLC
Licensed
Virginia, 18+ years. Formerly a broker in New York City
Education
MBA, Long Island University. Bachelor of Arts in Music
Teaching
Real Estate Instructor’s License
Portrait of Christopher Garguilo

My background

From New York City to Hampton Roads.

“Buyers and sellers ultimately want to work with agents who are professional, courteous, and sensitive to their needs.”

I was originally licensed in New York City, where I held a broker’s license. I have now been licensed in Virginia for more than 18 years, and today I am an Associate Broker and Relocation Specialist with Realty Connect LLC.

Having relocated myself, I am well aware of the questions and concerns buyers have when they move from outside the Hampton Roads area. I have researched this region thoroughly, and I enjoy sharing what I have learned with people who are new to it.

In my years of brokerage I learned that people want an agent who is professional, courteous, and sensitive to their needs. I built my work around those values, and they have led to long relationships with both property owners and buyers.

I am also a firm believer that most real estate and mortgage searches begin on the internet. I have developed websites for years, and my blog and podcast are how I keep buyers and sellers informed between conversations.

The path

  1. 01

    New York City

    Began in the industry and held a Broker’s Real Estate License.

  2. 02

    Relocated to Virginia

    Moved to Hampton Roads and learned firsthand what newcomers want to know.

  3. 03

    18+ years licensed in Virginia

    Represented buyers and sellers across Hampton Roads.

  4. 04

    Realty Connect

    Associate Broker and Relocation Specialist, matching clients nationwide.

How I work

The four things I will not compromise.

  1. 01

    A patient approach

    Never pushy or aggressive. I take the time to understand your needs and concerns.

  2. 02

    Knowledge first

    The correctly informed buyer and seller will always promote the best results.

  3. 03

    Trusted expertise

    More than 30 years in the industry, with an MBA and a Real Estate Instructor’s License.

  4. 04

    Best results

    Focused on the best possible outcome through informed decisions.

Away from the desk

A lifelong love of classical music.

My degree before the MBA was a Bachelor of Arts in Music, and the love never left. You will often find me at the Virginia Philharmonic, and I am an avid listener and member of WHRO-FM.

In their words

What clients said when I was their agent.

4.9 on Zillow from 14 reviews. See them all

He responded to my many questions immediately with patience, ensuring my understanding. Chris understood clearly what I wanted to buy and the budget I was working with.

Florence J.Bought in Aberdeen, Hampton · 2019 · Zillow

Chris was tremendous to work with in getting our family home sold, even with the challenge of us having moved states away months prior to the sale.

Caroline K.Sold in Foxhill, Hampton · 2019 · Zillow

Mr. Garguilo was immensely knowledgeable on the house buying process. He was quick with responses on any questions I had.

Zillow reviewerBought in Newport News · 2021 · Zillow

Ready when you are.

Tell me what you need, and I will match you with up to three top-rated agents in your area. Free, with no obligation, and I stay on call the whole way.