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This Business Portfolio, highlighting my background, experience and strengths, has been compiled to affirm your confidence when hiring me as your real estate professional. You can count on me to be a person of integrity and to be tireless in efforts on your behalf. You will find me to be a powerful advocate at your side while consistently maintaining the highest standard of service. You will also learn that my focus and attention is on meeting your needs and your needs alone. Knowing you are working with a real estate professional who has two decades of experience selling homes in this area, and whose performance results are within the top one percent of agents nationwide, you will have peace of mind knowing that your results will be achieved as committed and as you so richly deserve and expect.
Please enjoy reading this. I love my chosen career and look forward to working with you and to delivering on your highest expectations.
Sincerely,
Sue Rubin
Sue's Philosophy
Sue
r Sue is a founding Partner of Empire Realty Associates, established in 2002. Prior to her association with Empire Realty, Sue was a Partner at Pacific Union for 9 years. Before becoming a Partner at Pacific Union, Sue’s real estate career began in 1990 at Coldwell Banker.
r Sue has been representing fine properties in the Diablo Valley since 1990, and has nearly 40 years sales and marketing experience.
r Committed to providing clients with the highest standards of care, professional skills, knowledge and expertise, Sue participates in ongoing professional development courses and risk management seminars. Sue’s clients benefit by having the competitive advantage and peace of mind needed to succeed in this ever-changing and dynamic marketplace.
r Sue has earned the distinguished Certified Master Negotiator designation from the University of San Francisco, demonstrating her mastery of negotiating techniques needed to achieve her clients’ desired goals and objectives.
r Sue was recognized for being Empire Realty Associate’s Top Performer in 2006 and 2009
r Sue was recognized among 15 Top Producers by the East Bay Business Times
r Sue has earned the prestigious Certified Luxury Marketing Home Specialist designation, demonstrating her experience, knowledge, expertise and competencies in the luxury home market niche. Understanding the unique needs of the upper tier market, including specialized marketing programs, pricing strategies and property presentation requirements, Sue can be counted on to provide effective solutions and trusted counsel in the fine home and estates marketplace.
r Sue lives in Danville and is a native of the Bay Area. She is a proud and devoted mother of her beloved son, Michael, a University of Colorado at Boulder “Buff ” and Molly, their Cavalier King Charles. Sue is also passionate in her support of the various functions and fundraisers for the American Cancer Society, STAND! Against Domestic Violence, and One Warm Coat Drive, Adopt An Angel, Contra Costa Food Bank, Toys for Tots and she has served as a Homeowners Association board member.
r Sue is a graduate of UC Berkeley. Prior to her career in real estate, Sue’s previous work experience includes 18 years with AT&T where she worked as a National Account Sales Manager and a Consumer Sales and Service Group Manager for the Western Region.
Meet Sue
Has experience in: Real estate sales, national sales, sales management and training, customer service, remodeling houses
Has lived in: San Lorenzo, Oakland, Piedmont, Westwood, Beverlywood, Sherman Oaks and Danville
Has visited: Tahiti, Spain, Belgium, France, Mexico & Jamaica
Little known facts: Was cast as a Terry Garr look alike on KTVU Cheerleader for the Pop Warner Dynamites Football Team In a hurry to get a job, Sue graduated UC Berkeley at age 20 Her paternal grandmother lived in San Francisco during the 1906 earthquake
Is interested in: Outdoor activities, theater, movies, plays, comedy, water skiing, tennis, remodeling houses
Is passionate about: Her love for and commitment to her family: “One for all and all for one!”, taking care of Molly, the family’s Cavalier King Charles, personal growth, keeping fit, and advocating causes to find a cure for cancer, help less fortunate children worldwide, and promote animal welfare and rescue.
Would like to: Travel to Italy, Israel and Africa; go on a Safari, own a home in Incline Village
Sue’s Personal History
By Giving You The Competitive Advantage And Results You Are Looking For.
Knowledge: With over 20 years experience successfully selling homes in the Diablo
Valley, Tri-Valley and Lamorinda communities, you can count on Sue’s vast knowledge of the market, the neighborhoods, and the latest marketing and merchandising strategies… and the understanding of how to effectively apply that knowledge to get you the strongest results obtainable. By skillfully incorporating her knowledge with the latest and most effective strategies, Sue puts her clients ahead of the curve, positioning them to realize the highest possible return on investment.
Skills: You can rely on Sue for highly effective skills in: communications, problem
solving, conflict resolution and negotiations… critical skills that help bring parties together and keep them moving forward to a successful conclusion.
Values: You can count on Sue for strong core values: at all times, your needs, and
your needs alone, will be placed above all others. Behind every decision is the answer to one important question: what is in your best interest? And, you will always hear the truth from Sue, even if it is news you do not want to hear.
What Sets Sue Apart
Working with Sue, you have a competitive advantageand powerful advocate at your side.
A Representative List of Sue's Sales
McCauley Road, Danville $1,340,000Grado Court, Danville $1,449,000Abigail Circle, Danville $ 890,000St. George Road, Danville $1,060,000Kimberley Place, Alamo $2,250,000Tweed Drive, Danville $ 580,000La Quinta Court, Danville $ 780,000David Lane, Danville $1,300,000Tampico Drive, Walnut Creek $ 670,000Elderwood Drive, Pleasant Hill $ 719,000Camino Ramon Place, Danville $ 960,000Knollview Drive, Danville $1,079,000Carlos Court, Walnut Creek $ 749,000Oakmont Court, Danville $ 889,000Civic Drive, Walnut Creek $ 233,000Lawnview Drive, Danville $ 417,000Tivoli Lane, Danville $ 760,000Cambrian Way, Danville $ 875,000Saklan Indian, Walnut Creek $1,050,000Skylark Lane, Danville $ 515,000Shady Creek Road, Dublin $ 770,000Hunters Terrace, Danville $1,925,000Savona Court, Danville $1,475,000Rima Court, Danville $1,350,000Milano Court, Danville $ 949,500
Richard Lane, Danville $1,160,000Sutton Circle, Danville $ 619,900Serafix Road, Alamo $1,425,000Deer Hollow Road, Blackhawk $1,950,000Greenwich Drive, San Ramon $1,010,000 Miramonte Road, Orinda $ 900,000Hawkins Drive, San Ramon $ 849,000Silver Oak Place, Danville $ 629,000Merano Street, Danville $1,198,000Vicenza Court, Danville $1,065,000Hunters Terrace, Danville $2,051,000Torino Court, Danville $1,150,000Canyon Hills Ct, San Ramon $ 950,000Henry Ranch Dr., San Ramon $1,339,000Whispering Oaks, Blackhawk $1,059,000Eagle Nest Lane, Blackhawk $1,110,000Savona Court, Danville $1,395,000San Vicente Court, Danville $ 639,000Rima Court, Danville $1,445,000San Paulo Court, Danville $1,029,000Diablo Ranch Place, Danville $1,995,000Lakewood Cir, Walnut Creek $1,155,000Haven Hill Court, Danville $1,250,000Monza Court, Danville $1,265,000Shady Creek Road, Dublin $ 770,000
For buyers:
r Identify your needs, time frame and ideal home in the initial appointment
r Educate you about current market conditions
r Provide you with a list of reputable mortgage brokers
r Deliver to you an Empire Realty Associates’ Buyer’s Package
r Conduct a daily search for appropriate properties
r Schedule immediate showings of selected properties
r Discuss the amenities and advantages of the various neighborhoods
r Counsel you about what constitutes a winning offer
r Negotiate strongly on your behalf
r Assign an escrow coordinator to work specifically on your escrow paperwork
r Provide a selection of qualified and licensed inspectors from her Resource List
r Review all reports and disclosures and assist in getting answers to all your questions.Confirm any/all of your concerns are satisfied before releasing your contingencies.
r Provide Utilities Phone List and Change of Address forms (USPS.com) prior to close of escrow
r Be present at the escrow signing appointment at the title company
r Provide a complete file at close of escrow on a CD and provide 24/7 online access to your file for 10 years from closing
r Offer continued service beyond the close of escrow
Client Service Program
For Sellers
r Meet with you at your home for the initial tour to be able to prepare a customized Comparable Market Analysis
r Identify your needs and time frame in the initial walk through appointment
r In the second appointment she will educate you about current market conditions and deliver a professional Comparable Market Analysis
r Prepare and sign listing documents, explaining the importance of disclosure
r Help you prepare your home for sale with recommendations for repairs or updates and possible consultation with a staging professional
r Recommend which “pre-sale” inspections are appropriate for your property.
r Review all reports and provide counsel on effective strategies for handling report recommendations.
r Implement and personally execute a comprehensive marketing and merchandising plan tailored to your specific property.
r Communicate with you several times each week
r Negotiate strongly on your behalf for the best contract possible
r Provide Utilities Phone List and Change of Address forms (USPS.com) prior to close of escrow
r Assign an escrow coordinator to work specifically on your escrow related paperwork.
r Be present at the escrow signing appointment at the title company
r Provide a complete file at close of escrow on a CD and provide 24/7 online access to your file for 10 years from closing
r Offer continued service beyond the close of escrow
Client Service Program
Working with Sue, you have a competitive advantageand powerful advocate at your side.
wHY hIRE Sue?1. Responds within two hours
2. Outstanding communications skills to bring parties together and keethem moving to-ward a successful conclusion.
3. Keeps clients informed on all matters… you get no surprises!
4. Expertise preparing properties for sale
5. Recognized neighborhood specialist
6. Focused on results with meticulous attention to every detail
7. Proactive and resourceful problem solver
8. Enthusiastic and tireless in efforts on your behalf
9. Intuitive negotiating skills
10. Can be trusted unconditionally
11. Highly respected in the industry and among peers
12. Known for being easy to do business with
13. Gets the job done, as committed!
14. A powerful advocate, always placing clients’ interests first and foremost
15. Always tells the truth, even if it is news you donot want to hear
Client ReferencesBeth and Bill Schuman (925) 253-7678 (Res)
MeChell and Hal Harmon (925) 837-1110 (Res)
Amy and Jack Gee (925) 838-8516 (Res)
Kevin Moss (925) 964-9163 (Res)
Pete and Carolyn Soltesz (630) 945-3312 (Res)
Sue and Uzi Sasson (925) 831-1199 (Res)
David and Monica Hoppens (614) 389-2304 (Res)
Ethel Kimball (925) 683-8282 (Cell)
Teresa and Paul Evenson (954) 565-5436 (Res)
Dawn Gordon (925) 855-0989 (Res)
Jennifer and Jason Matthews (925) 254-1821 (Res)
Dee and Dave Evans (925) 314-9532 (Res)
Mark and Tanya Lojacono (925) 736-6829 (Res)
Marc Greendorfer and Lauri Moss (925) 648-3312 (Res)
Monica and Patrick O’Neill (925)915-1535 (Cell)
Ann and Doug Damaschino (925) 939-4621 (Res)
Vivian Hall (925) 625-8386 (Res)
Jona Khandekar (408) 315-1243 (Cell)
Michael and Roberta Portegello (732) 530-3790 (Res)
STRONGEST PRICE AND SHORTEST MARKET TIME“We selected Sue because of her reputation and success in selling homes in our neighborhood. This was the smoothest, fastest, and most lucrative sale that I have ever experienced, thanks to Sue!” ~ Doyle Litchfield
“Sue sold two of our Danville homes last summer. I unhesitatingly recommend Sue to any prospective seller. She earned her commission and put more dollars in our pocket than we could have done without her.” ~ Doug McClelland and Robin Ermolik
A MARKETING PLAN THAT WORKS “Sue’s skills and expertise were the decisive factors in the sale of my home. I asked her how to proceed with getting my home ready for market, I followed her advice, and the result was a fast, uncomplicated sale! What more could I ask?” ~ Nancy Chipman
“Sue has a great marketing strategy that keeps you in complete control of the negotiating and sales process! With Sue in your corner, you sell on YOUR terms and conditions!” ~ Mike and Sherry Neumann
Comments From Sue's Client'sPROACTIVE… MAKING THE SALE HAPPEN“Sue does not just wait for prospective buyers to come calling. Sue’s tremendous networking within the real estate community enabled her to actively pursue the “right” buyers to make the sale happen!” ~ Toni Berg
REPRESENTING YOUR BEST INTERESTS“Sue consistently fought for our best interests in negotiating the sale of our home. Anyone who lists with SUE is ‘blessed’!” ~ Gary and Rose Wilson
YOU LEAVE NO MONEY ON THE TABLE“Sue’s exceptional marketing strategy and negotiating skills enabled me to save over 4% in customary selling expenses PLUS get record top dollar in my neighborhood! Sue’s results outperform the competition by a long shot!” ~ Dayna Lucas
THE HANDS-DOWN EXPERT“We deliberately chose Sue because she was clearly the ‘hands-down’ expert in our area. In this difficult market Sue’s expertise and local experience proved all-the-more-important in getting our home sold and in helping us get maximum value for it. We enthusiastically recommend Sue to all sellers, especially those in the neighborhood.” ~ Beth and Bill Schuman
CLOSING THE ESCROW AGAINST ALL ODDS“Without Sue’s efforts, the sale of our home would not have gone through! After the buyer’s lender consistently failed to get loan approval, Sue brought in her mortgage broker who got the loan in 4 days! We definitely made the right choice selecting Sue to represent us in our sale!” ~ Don and Penny Basso
“Sue is your ultimate advocate and has an amazing ability to keep the transaction moving smoothly.” ~ Marc Greendorfer, Partner, Tri Valley Law
NO PROMISES… YOU GET RESULTS“We’ve had many other real estate transactions, and have never encountered such levels of professionalism in terms of honesty, knowledge, and personal integrity. Our sale was handled in an exemplary way, just as Sue committed it would be. Sue is a real ‘class act’.” ~ Fred and Alice Pitts
SIMPLY THE BEST!“Sue is the best realtor I have ever worked with. She has helped me buy and sell multiple homes and has always left me completely satisfied with her work and diligence during the process. She has an unmatched ability to understand your personal/family needs and match them with the appropriate listings to meet those needs. There is no one better in the Diablo Valley area.” ~ Kevin Moss, EVP, Wells Fargo
Comments From Sue's Client's“Sue worked tirelessly with my family to sell and buy a home over the course of a year. During this time, she demonstrated the utmost professionalism and industry expertise. Her ongoing strategic market analysis and tactical considerations allowed us to stay competitive and take advantage of marketplace conditions. In addition, Sue never cut corners, and always made herself available during our greatest times of need, often at her own personal sacrifice. Sue is the best, hands down, and the only one real estate professional we would recommend.” ~ Jennifer Foster Matthews, Communications Consultant, Kaiser Permanente “We have sold numerous homes in the past, and Sue is the most professional, well qualified agent we’ve ever had. Sue provided everything we needed & more!” ~ Toni Berg
“Sue is fantastic from beginning to end... and after the closing, too! She is one in a million... a natural! She really cares about her clients! I highly recommend Sue to anyone!"~ Dayna Lucas
“I’ve interfaced with a lot of Realtors over the past 21 years and, quite simply, Sue is the Best!” ~ Don and Bonni Reid
