The 2026 RateMyAgent Awards have recognized Matthew Sharman, team leader of The Sharman Team at Real Broker NY LLC, with three prestigious honors: Agent of the Year for Livingston County, Agent of the Year for Conesus Lake, and a Top 10 Agent in New York State. These awards are unique in the real estate industry because they are based solely on verified client reviews tied to completed transactions, not on sales volume or production metrics. This methodology ensures that the recognition reflects the quality of the client experience, making Sharman's achievements particularly noteworthy.
Sharman's team specializes in waterfront and lake-access properties across Conesus Lake, Honeoye Lake, Silver Lake, and the broader western Finger Lakes region, as well as the Greater Rochester market and the GLOW counties of Genesee, Livingston, Ontario, Orleans, and Wyoming. His practice is distinguished by a deep understanding of the technical aspects that define waterfront value, such as usable frontage, water depth, lake bottom quality, lot orientation, dock conditions, and the nuances of shared-access agreements. This expertise is critical for buyers and sellers navigating the complexities of lakefront real estate.
"These awards are decided by clients, not by a spreadsheet, and that is what makes them mean something to me," said Sharman. "Every review behind them came from someone who trusted our team with a decision that mattered – a family buying their first place on the water, or a seller letting go of a cottage that has been in the family for forty years. Getting that right takes local knowledge and a lot of homework."
Sharman's local roots run deep; he was born and raised in the region and works alongside his father, who has been a licensed real estate professional for five decades. This generational continuity provides the team with a long-term perspective on the western Finger Lakes market, enabling them to understand how historical trends and changes influence current property values. "Buyers on Conesus Lake are more selective than they have ever been," Sharman added. "They deserve someone who can tell them exactly what they are buying, down to the foot of frontage."
The RateMyAgent Awards program, which launched in the United States in 2021, is brokerage-agnostic and operates in the United States, Australia, and New Zealand. By prioritizing client satisfaction over transaction counts, the awards offer a more consumer-centric view of agent performance. Sharman's recognition across three categories underscores his consistent delivery of exceptional service, as evidenced by the high volume of positive verified reviews from his clients.
For those considering a real estate transaction in the Finger Lakes region, Sharman's awards serve as a testament to his commitment to client advocacy and his specialized knowledge of waterfront properties. His approach, which combines technical diligence with a personal, family-oriented perspective, positions him as a trusted advisor in a market where precision and local insight are paramount. As the real estate industry continues to evolve, recognition like this highlights the growing importance of client feedback in identifying truly outstanding professionals.
