Our Agents

Anthony Ferrare

LICENSED REALTOR

Anthony Ferrare has been a professional real estate agent since 2012. As a Realtor® Anthony approaches all transactions fairly and ethically. Making his clients’ real estate experience as smooth as possible is always Anthony’s priority. Buying or selling real estate can be an overwhelming process. Anthony’s focus on service and availability makes it easy for his clients to get the details, answers, and explanations that they seek during the home buying or selling process. Give Anthony a call today with any of your real estate needs or questions.

Anthony Ferrare has been a professional real estate agent since 2012. As a Realtor® Anthony approaches all transactions fairly and ethically. Making his clients’ real estate experience as smooth as possible is always Anthony’s priority. Buying or selling real estate can be an overwhelming process. Anthony’s focus on service and availability makes it easy for his clients to get the details, answers, and explanations that they seek during the home buying or selling process. Give Anthony a call today with any of your real estate needs or questions.

Carrie Eckenrod

LICENSED REALTOR

Carrie Eckenrod joined Jeffery Costa Select Realty in 2016 after working several years in the custom homebuilding industry.  Known for her attention to detail and focus on client needs, Carrie has a reputation for exceeding client expectation.  Buyers and sellers alike will benefit from Carrie’s knowledge of the local market, commitment to customer satisfaction and tireless work ethic. What separates Carrie from a typical agent is her ability to see beyond what is seen, helping clients to visualize all the possibilities within a space or property.  Any agent can show your home or show you a home you may want to buy.  Carrie specializes in showing what can be, whether it’s done to sell your home or to help find your dream home. 

Contact Carrie today to partner with an agent that will listen to you and work with you in your real estate journey.

Carrie Eckenrod joined Jeffery Costa Select Realty in 2016 after working several years in the custom homebuilding industry.  Known for her attention to detail and focus on client needs, Carrie has a reputation for exceeding client expectation.  Buyers and sellers alike will benefit from Carrie’s knowledge of the local market, commitment to customer satisfaction and tireless work ethic. What separates Carrie from a typical agent is her ability to see beyond what is seen, helping clients to visualize all the possibilities within a space or property.  Any agent can show your home or show you a home you may want to buy.  Carrie specializes in showing what can be, whether it’s done to sell your home or to help find your dream home. 

Contact Carrie today to partner with an agent that will listen to you and work with you in your real estate journey.

Don Housley

LICENSED REALTOR

Pursuing a desire to improve the real estate business in the new construction industry, Donald Housley, an agent at Jeffrey Costa Select Realty, received his Pennsylvania Real Estate license in 2006. As a land surveyor and developer of his own personal properties, Don has unmatched training and education in the new home construction field. Having served over 10 years in the real estate business while representing both buyers and sellers also helps Don to service new construction buyers with the selling of their existing home.

In addition to being a licensed real estate agent, Don is a Registered Professional Land Surveyor of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, and currently serves as an active member of the Pennsylvania Society of Land Surveyors on both state and local levels.

Pursuing a desire to improve the real estate business in the new construction industry, Donald Housley, an agent at Jeffrey Costa Select Realty, received his Pennsylvania Real Estate license in 2006. As a land surveyor and developer of his own personal properties, Don has unmatched training and education in the new home construction field. Having served over 10 years in the real estate business while representing both buyers and sellers also helps Don to service new construction buyers with the selling of their existing home.

In addition to being a licensed real estate agent, Don is a Registered Professional Land Surveyor of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, and currently serves as an active member of the Pennsylvania Society of Land Surveyors on both state and local levels.

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Francis Barry

LICENSED REALTOR

Francis is a native of Pittsburgh with 14 years of experience as a realtor. He strives to provide all clients with a pleasant experience and expert guidance to find a home that is a perfect fit for their needs. His 7 years as a contracted formal tax appeal hearing officer for Allegheny County has also given Francis invaluable home valuation, tax assessment, and property appraisal process knowledge.

Francis is a native of Pittsburgh with 14 years of experience as a realtor. He strives to provide all clients with a pleasant experience and expert guidance to find a home that is a perfect fit for their needs. His 7 years as a contracted formal tax appeal hearing officer for Allegheny County has also given Francis invaluable home valuation, tax assessment, and property appraisal process knowledge.

James Roman

LICENSED REALTOR

James Roman is a professional Realtor who has dedicated his professional experience and academic achievements to better serving his customers. Jim has experience as a college professor, professional consultant for Fortune 500 companies and more. His academic achievements feature degrees from Pitt, Duquesne and Point Park University and include an MBA and is currently working on a Doctorate degree in Organizational Leadership (expected in 2024). So, if you are a professional seeking a serious, seasoned and professional real estate agent, you can stop looking and hire James Roman to be your source to buy, sell, invest and build real estate.

James Roman is a professional Realtor who has dedicated his professional experience and academic achievements to better serving his customers. Jim has experience as a college professor, professional consultant for Fortune 500 companies and more. His academic achievements feature degrees from Pitt, Duquesne and Point Park University and include an MBA and is currently working on a Doctorate degree in Organizational Leadership (expected in 2024). So, if you are a professional seeking a serious, seasoned and professional real estate agent, you can stop looking and hire James Roman to be your source to buy, sell, invest and build real estate.

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Katlyn Bercik

LICENSED REALTOR

Katlyn started her real estate journey at Jeffrey Costa Select Realty in 2017.

Now entering her 4th year on the Melissa Steffey Team, she is even more driven to meet and engage with new buyers. Katlyn brings positivity and open communication to every aspect of your real estate transaction. Although a South Hills girl at heart, she has worked with buyers in communities throughout Southwestern Pennsylvania. Responsive, with an eagerness to show properties to her clients make her an excellent agent to find your next home!

Katlyn started her real estate journey at Jeffrey Costa Select Realty in 2017.

Now entering her 4th year on the Melissa Steffey Team, she is even more driven to meet and engage with new buyers. Katlyn brings positivity and open communication to every aspect of your real estate transaction. Although a South Hills girl at heart, she has worked with buyers in communities throughout Southwestern Pennsylvania. Responsive, with an eagerness to show properties to her clients make her an excellent agent to find your next home!

Kara Wysocki

LICENSED REALTOR

Kara is a lifelong southwestern Pennsylvania resident, with more than 20 years experience in sales. Problem solving and tailoring your home wants and needs to your situation are her specialties. Kara will work for you with absolute dedication, while working hard to buy, sell, invest or build your new address that you will love.

Kara lives and was raised in Washington County. She has one daughter (Karina) and three dogs (Koda, Flora and Pax). Kara is engaged to the love of her life and would love to work with you for all of your real estate needs. Whether you’re looking for the best school district in the area for your family, a farm, or a place to retire, Kara will help you find your dream address!

Kara is a lifelong southwestern Pennsylvania resident, with more than 20 years experience in sales. Problem solving and tailoring your home wants and needs to your situation are her specialties. Kara will work for you with absolute dedication, while working hard to buy, sell, invest or build your new address that you will love.

Kara lives and was raised in Washington County. She has one daughter (Karina) and three dogs (Koda, Flora and Pax). Kara is engaged to the love of her life and would love to work with you for all of your real estate needs. Whether you’re looking for the best school district in the area for your family, a farm, or a place to retire, Kara will help you find your dream address!

Maria Germansky

LICENSED REALTOR

As a Pittsburgh native, Maria Germansky is one of the most trusted and caring realtors in the area. A 6 year veteran of the real estate industry, Maria has supported clients all over the region in finding houses they can proudly call home. Her professionalism, attention to detail, commitment to her client’s needs, and innovative marketing plans gives her clients an edge in the real estate market.

She studied applied math and secondary education at the University of Pittsburgh and afterwards began working in Pittsburgh Public Schools as a high school math teacher. Passionate about education and helping others, Maria has continued to leverage her know-how and experience to exceed her client’s expectations.

In her free time, Maria gives back to her community by tutoring, volunteering at local fundraisers,
and is very passionate about supporting local businesses. Maria enjoys spending time with her dogs, Mason and Rocky, and her family.

She believes in living life to the fullest and never taking time with friends and family for granted.

As a Pittsburgh native, Maria Germansky is one of the most trusted and caring realtors in the area. A 6 year veteran of the real estate industry, Maria has supported clients all over the region in finding houses they can proudly call home. Her professionalism, attention to detail, commitment to her client’s needs, and innovative marketing plans gives her clients an edge in the real estate market.

She studied applied math and secondary education at the University of Pittsburgh and afterwards began working in Pittsburgh Public Schools as a high school math teacher. Passionate about education and helping others, Maria has continued to leverage her know-how and experience to exceed her client’s expectations.

In her free time, Maria gives back to her community by tutoring, volunteering at local fundraisers,
and is very passionate about supporting local businesses. Maria enjoys spending time with her dogs, Mason and Rocky, and her family.

She believes in living life to the fullest and never taking time with friends and family for granted.

Melissa Steffey

LICENSED REALTOR

Melissa Steffey’s personal mission is to turn your dreams into an address. With over seven years of real estate experience, her sales are in the multimillions and she has been awarded numerous accolades over the course of her real estate career.

Melissa is committed to providing excellence to all of her clients. Her approach to working with clients is built on a foundation of integrity and passion. Whether she is helping someone buy or sell a home, Melissa forges an open and honest relationship with her clients that never fails to lead to a successful conclusion. Get in touch with Melissa today for help finding your dream address.

Melissa Steffey’s personal mission is to turn your dreams into an address. With over seven years of real estate experience, her sales are in the multimillions and she has been awarded numerous accolades over the course of her real estate career.

Melissa is committed to providing excellence to all of her clients. Her approach to working with clients is built on a foundation of integrity and passion. Whether she is helping someone buy or sell a home, Melissa forges an open and honest relationship with her clients that never fails to lead to a successful conclusion. Get in touch with Melissa today for help finding your dream address.

Michelle Zacur

LICENSED REALTOR

Michelle Zacur is an accountable, organized and a client-oriented real estate agent. She joins Costa Select Realty after working in the homebuilding industry for over ten years. Michelle is a lifelong resident of the South Hills of Pittsburgh. She uses her inside knowledge to help you find the perfect property in your neighborhood of choice. Michelle’s objective is to meet each individual client’s needs while providing a smooth home buying or selling experience. If you are looking for a pleasant, professional and hardworking agent, give Michelle a call to discuss your real estate needs.

Michelle holds a Bachelor of Science from the University of Pittsburgh, majoring in Business and Accounting. She currently lives in Jefferson Hills with her husband and three children.

Michelle Zacur is an accountable, organized and a client-oriented real estate agent. She joins Costa Select Realty after working in the homebuilding industry for over ten years. Michelle is a lifelong resident of the South Hills of Pittsburgh. She uses her inside knowledge to help you find the perfect property in your neighborhood of choice. Michelle’s objective is to meet each individual client’s needs while providing a smooth home buying or selling experience. If you are looking for a pleasant, professional and hardworking agent, give Michelle a call to discuss your real estate needs.

Michelle holds a Bachelor of Science from the University of Pittsburgh, majoring in Business and Accounting. She currently lives in Jefferson Hills with her husband and three children.

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Nadine Pasternak

LICENSED REALTOR

Nadine Pasternak joined the Melissa Steffey team at Jeffrey Costa Select Realty in January 2021.

Originally from Pleasant Hills, now residing in West Newton, Nadine knows the communities of South Western Pennsylvania very well. Nadine’s experience in instructing professional dance has given her a passion for working closely with people to help guide them towards their home buying goals.

She is trustworthy, kind and would love to meet you to start your journey on purchasing your new home today.

Nadine Pasternak joined the Melissa Steffey team at Jeffrey Costa Select Realty in January 2021.

Originally from Pleasant Hills, now residing in West Newton, Nadine knows the communities of South Western Pennsylvania very well. Nadine’s experience in instructing professional dance has given her a passion for working closely with people to help guide them towards their home buying goals.

She is trustworthy, kind and would love to meet you to start your journey on purchasing your new home today.

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Stephanie Fretz

LICENSED REALTOR

Stephanie Fretz considers herself a customer service specialist. For the past 11 years, she has worked in numerous roles and worn many different hats to create the top-notch experience that clients not only require; but deserve. Her main goal is to make her clients feel comfortable and well-informed through the entire home buying or selling process. She has a passion for finding that very special home for both experienced buyers, as well as having the expertise to help guide first-time homebuyers through their new life change. In her free time, she enjoys watching the Pittsburgh Penguins, spending time with her dog, and being outdoors. If you are looking for a realtor that will put your needs first, give Stephanie a call.

Stephanie Fretz considers herself a customer service specialist. For the past 11 years, she has worked in numerous roles and worn many different hats to create the top-notch experience that clients not only require; but deserve. Her main goal is to make her clients feel comfortable and well-informed through the entire home buying or selling process. She has a passion for finding that very special home for both experienced buyers, as well as having the expertise to help guide first-time homebuyers through their new life change. In her free time, she enjoys watching the Pittsburgh Penguins, spending time with her dog, and being outdoors. If you are looking for a realtor that will put your needs first, give Stephanie a call.

Tammy Haywood

LICENSED REALTOR

Tammy Haywood is a lifelong resident of mid-mon valley area, she comes to Costa Real Estate as a Real Estate Agent with over 1 year of experience in the real estate field. She also has a great deal of customer service experience. She worked in the medical field for 15 years for a Neurosurgeon and also for Orthopedic surgeons. Her role ranged from Medical Assistant to Medical Billing and coding.
Her goal at Costa Real Estate is to make your experience buying or selling your home to be a pleasant one. She is very organized and very good at problem solving.

I look forward to making your dream of home ownership come true, and also to sell your home quickly for most money possible.

Give Tammy a call at (724)518-2657

Tammy Haywood is a lifelong resident of mid-mon valley area, she comes to Costa Real Estate as a Real Estate Agent with over 1 year of experience in the real estate field. She also has a great deal of customer service experience. She worked in the medical field for 15 years for a Neurosurgeon and also for Orthopedic surgeons. Her role ranged from Medical Assistant to Medical Billing and coding.
Her goal at Costa Real Estate is to make your experience buying or selling your home to be a pleasant one. She is very organized and very good at problem solving.

I look forward to making your dream of home ownership come true, and also to sell your home quickly for most money possible.

Give Tammy a call at (724)518-2657

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