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Susan Albright
SAlbright@TheRiversideRealtyGroup.com 203-221-2104
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"Committed to excellence, I
aim to exceed my clients’ expectations in every way. From
thorough market knowledge and sharp negotiating skills to a positive
attitude and sound work ethic, I am dedicated to going the extra mile
to help my clients achieve their real estate goals.”
Susan Albright is a top producer at The Riverside Realty Group with an impressive
local track record. While extremely knowledgeable and skilled in
Fairfield County’s many communities, she has particular expertise
in the Westport, Weston, Fairfield/Southport, Easton, and Wilton
markets and is the producer and publisher of “The Inside
Track” real estate newsletter for Westport residents. Having
lived in Manhattan, Westport, and Fairfield, she understands the value
of having a realtor who can bring buyers from more than one town and
can help guide buyers when deciding where to live. With both a
financial and design background, Susan effectively and professionally
guides her clients through the process of selling or buying a home.
Prior to becoming a Realtor, Susan was a Vice President in Loan
Syndications and Private Placements at JP Morgan Chase in NYC. Upon
moving to Fairfield County, Susan started her own Interior Design
business with a focus on renovations and new construction. Her work has
been published in the book “Suburban Renewal” by Tom
Connor. Eventually she decided to bring her design experience and her
love of houses to a career in real estate. Immediately successful, she
was a multi-million dollar producer in her first year in the business.
She continues to be excited about delivering excellent service and
results for her real estate clients.
Susan earned her B.A. in Economics and French from Smith College and
spent her junior year at the University of Geneva in Switzerland. The
mother of three daughters, she is active in the community and has
co-chaired the popular Fairfield County design event; “Rooms With
A View” which benefits local charities. |
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Barbara Babcock
BabcockB@TheRiversideRealtyGroup.com 203-221-4415
www.BarbaraBabcock.net |
Barbara is an award-winning top producing agent in the Fairfield County
marketplace and is considered the consummate professional among her
peers. She has built a solid reputation for her superb service and
in-depth knowledge of the local real estate market. Prior to joining
The Riverside Realty Group's Westport office, she ranked 87th among
over 1,900 agents at another brokerage firm, where she was recognized
with membership in the Chairman's Elite Club. Barbara received a BBA
from Southern Methodist University in Dallas, Texas with an emphasis on
real estate. Before beginning her residential real estate career, she
previously worked as an asset manager for a real estate equity fund at
a prominent Dallas bank. She also has experience as a commercial
leasing agent, on-site property manager and residential real estate
appraiser.
Barbara resides in Weston with her husband Jim, four children, Taylor,
Connor, Dylan and Kelly, two dogs and two cats. She is involved with
various local community organizations, including the school
PTO’s, Norfield Congregational Church and the Juvenile Diabetes
Research Foundation. Eternally optimistic and energetic, Barbara is
always up for a challenge, be it learning to fly, running a
half-marathon or reading a 1,200 page book.
Whether you are buying, selling or renting, Barbara is committed
understanding her client’s needs and delivering the highest
quality service. |
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Totney Benson
Totney@TheRiversideRealtyGroup.com 203-221-4594 |
Totney Benson is an experienced real estate
expert and longtime area resident with a diverse professional
background – making her the ideal choice for savvy buyers and sellers in the evolving
marketplace. She serves as exclusive representative for RB Benson &
Company, an established Fairfield County
builder, known for forward-thinking design and construction with
a special emphasis on fine luxury residences. As part of her role with
the Benson organization, Totney lends her keen insights as consultant
through all aspects of the design-build process – from site study
and land acquisition, to conceptual planning of the layouts and finish
selections.
Prior to embarking on her dynamic real
estate career, Totney served in numerous executive roles with
Touche Ross Consulting Services, General Foods, and the Nestle Company
– all with a focus on financial analysis/management, marketing,
and new product development.
Locally, Totney partnered with a well-known artist to co-found Onion
Hill Designs over a decade ago, to design, produce, and market a
product line of note and greeting cards currently available throughout
the Northeast.
She earned her B.S. in Retailing & Design from Carnegie Mellon and
an M.B.A. in Finance & Marketing from The Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania. She brings
unique perspective to the real estate
transaction, where clients who are purchasing or selling
their largest investments can benefit from her invaluable
expertise. Among her strengths: organization, coordination of details,
love of homes both antique and new, ability to read floor plans and
understand traffic flow, creative & practical approaches to problem
solving.
Outside of her professional life, Ms. Benson has resided in Westport for 29 years with her husband
Rick where together they’ve raised their son RB who was educated
in the local school system. She is involved with various local community organizations, including
Project Return’s annual Birdhouse Auction, the Westport Historical Society, Compo Beach
Playground, Westport Young Woman’s League, Creative Arts Festival, and the PTA. |
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Deborah
Bernstein
Deborah@TheRiversideRealtyGroup.com 203-221-2208 |
Prior to Deborah’s fast-paced career with The Riverside Realty
Group, she was Director of Creative Services for Corcoran Group
Marketing, the new development division for the largest residential
real estate firm in Manhattan with additional operations in the
Hamptons and Palm Beach. Before plunging into real estate, Deborah
spent twelve years in high-end retail, holding many prestigious
positions including Managing Director of Henri Bendel New York and
General Manager of Burberry New York. Deborah’s expertise proves
invaluable when working with clients to identify key selling points
unique to their properties, and then successfully marketing those
attributes to a qualified audience. Her enormous personal network is
also an asset to the buyers she works with, always making connections
to help find the special place they’d like to call home.
After moving to Fairfield County with two young children, Deborah
understands the needs and concerns of modern families moving to coastal
Connecticut and the vicinity. After serving on the board of her local
synagogue in Westchester County as Nursery School Chair, she has wasted
no time becoming Co-Membership Chair on the board of the Westport
Chapter of Hadassah. Her husband, Steven, is a local physician.
Buying or selling a home today requires not just hard work, but
knowledge of the local community and marketing expertise, plus fluency
in the latest technology. Deborah employs broad-spectrum knowledge, a
strong work ethic, and common sense approach to assisting her clients
at an important time. |
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Cathy Blount
Cathy@TheRiversideRealtyGroup.com 203-221-4472 |
Well-respected Realtor Cathy Blount joins The Riverside Realty Group
after having established herself as a leader in the dynamic Fairfield
County real estate marketplace. Prior to moving to Westport 11 years ago and plunging into
the brokerage community shortly thereafter, Cathy was the owner of an
upscale retail operation on Boston 's Newbury Street for 22 years. Many of the outstanding attributes
which differentiated Cathy during her tenure in the retail business
continue to serve her well in real estate: love of people, tireless
commitment to excellence, passion for the details, creative thinking,
finely tuned negotiating skills, integrity and a sense of humor. In her
own words, "Repeat business was the key to my success as a business
owner, and continues to be the biggest complement to my Real Estate
practice. I understand true customer service."
Cathy has developed a specialty in the sale and marketing of everything
from distinguished country estates to seaside bungalows. Her pulse on
the current market is second-to-none, buyers can rest assured that she
is continually seeking out their dream home - all while working long
hours to find the perfect match for her seller’s properties using
an array of cutting-edge marketing systems and tapping her broad
contact base.
Repeatedly, she has attained membership in the International
President's Circle and Diamond Society, designations which are reserved
for the highest-achieving Realtors across the
globe. Additionally, she has tremendous vision for adding value to
a property and specifically, extensive knowledge of the renovation
process. Cathy met her husband at Boston
University; they have enjoyed raising their two sons, ages 23
and 19, in Westport. |
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Julia Broder
Julia@TheRiversideRealtyGroup.com 203-221-9861
www.JuliaBroder.com
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Thousands of Luxury Property owners have been finding her articles on
www.design2share.com…a fabulously cool site for design and real
estate goodies….(Luxe Properties)…also including
architecture, antiques and wonderful videos. Why?… Julia has an
outstanding reputation for knowledge of the finest homes and estates in
the world…marketing and selling luxury real estate…the
former Regional Manager for the luxury division of another
international Real Estate firm….Julia is a definitive and
consummate negotiator and closer…she has been based out of
Westport for the past 25 years… achieving awards all the way to
International President’s Elite from her former company.
Innovative, thinking smart…the latest in
technology…reflected in her fast growing Luxe Property article
audience with thousands of “hits” a month.
“HGTV” picked Julia out of hundreds of
real estate agents to host and guide the audience through “So,
What is My House Worth?” in three major episodes airing late this
Spring / early Summer.
Julia has enjoyed giving back by participating on the boards of many of
the largest arts foundations and organizations in New York…a
former Opera singer who helped start the Young Patrons Program at the
Metropolitan Opera Company at Lincoln Center…then,
locally….a founder of the Westport Arts Center, Secretary of the
Westport Rotary Club for ten years, and Founder of Survive Until A Cure.
Julia is surrounded by her loving family…husband Scott, an
entrepreneur in financing and real estate developments….two
daughters…one age 20, a sophomore at University of Arizona, and
another age 23 a Smith graduate who is a partner at UBS in wealth
management, and Champ…the happy, blonde Labrador famous at Compo
beach…known as “Mr. Handsome.”
Her connections through her personal life and the internet have taken
her all over the world. She traveled extensively with her husband who
previously owned his own International Oil Company and the world of
luxury real estate and business came naturally for her…her own
home was featured in many magazines including Australian Vogue.
Julia enjoys highlighting the best luxury homes in her portfolio for her buyers and
sellers…as she says…it is a luxury to own your own
home…it is her privilege to help you achieve all your real
estate goals and put you in touch with the finest properties and top
agents all over the world.
Julia is excited to work at The Riverside Realty Group where she feels
the synergy of working along with other top producers…growing
together at a company unlike any other…working
smart…using innovative thinking…creative
marketing…and having the edge over doing business as
usual…the energy is electric…the office and
agents…the best in the business…contact Julia and expect
the finest real estate experience! |
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Barbara Bross
Barbara@TheRiversideRealtyGroup.com 203-221-9862
www.barbarabross.com
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Barbara has the distinguished honor of holding the title of Top
Producer in the Westport and Weston marketplaces. Her work ethic and
commitment to providing clients with a stress-free experience have
earned her a sterling reputation, demonstrated by the referral-based
business she primarily conducts. A longtime resident of both Weston and
Westport, Barbara has been in real estate for twenty years and has an
impeccable understanding for “the art of the deal” –
meticulously orchestrating even the most complex transactions is no
challenge for this dynamic professional.
Barbara serves every segment of the
marketplace, from rentals to waterfront mansions – with equal
enthusiasm and dedication. Her passion for hard work is second to none;
Barbara prides herself on accessibility and willingness to go the extra
mile, and stays with her clients every step along the way –
firmly believing that “getting it done right the first time means
doing it yourself”. Sellers benefit from her extensive marketing
program, and buyers find that she is always networking to find their
dream home. She has been recognized as the #2 agent in New York and
Connecticut by a worldwide real estate firm, and has been profiled in
the media by NBC-4. She is well-versed in every aspect of construction-
from land acquisition to building & project management.
“I have built strong
relationships through market knowledge and integrity. I am very proud
to be a trusted source for so many buyers and sellers in our area.
Outstanding customer service and attention to detail is essential to
obtaining the results customers demand and deserve.” |
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Doug
Bross
Doug@TheRiversideRealtyGroup.com 203-221-2279
www.dougbross.com
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Doug is the
designated broker of The Riverside Realty Group.
In addition to his track-record as a successful Fairfield County
REALTOR®, for
which he has received honors as a multi-million dollar producer, he has
an
inside knowledge of all that today’s technology can do to serve
today's buyers
and sellers. From helping you find your perfect new home... or the
ideal buyer
for your old one – Doug’s expertise with Search Engine
Optimization and
Internet Marketing have helped take Fairfield county real estate into
the new
millennium.
Before
entering the brokerage field, Douglas operated one of
the internet’s most prolific retail operations for over a decade,
focusing on
sales of wireless telephone service and devices. Under his direction,
the
business grew exponentially as he launched new marketing campaigns to
capture
online consumers. He now applies those same strategies to position The
Riverside Realty Group and it’s agents as the experts in the
Westport, Weston
& Fairfield CT real estate arena through technological fluency.
Doug is proud to be
a part of The Riverside Realty
Group. "The energy and knowledge of
every agent working here is invaluable. Being around the best makes
everyone better.." One of the most
loyal and earnest members of the real estate community, he treats each
of his
clients as though they are his best friend, all while working hard and
long
hours to ensure they get the best. Doug is continually referred to new
clients
by those he has helped in the past, he is well-versed in all aspects of
complex
transactions and employs a sharp skill-set to get the job done.
Having grown up in
Weston, Westport, and currently residing
in the Fairfield Beach area, Doug has an extensive knowledge of these
communities, and loves making dreams come true for his clients. |
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Alexander Chingas
Alex@TheRiversideRealtyGroup.com 203-221-2113
www.AlexChingas.com |
Alexander is a Multi-Million Dollar Top Producer in the Fairfield
County, Connecticut marketplace concentrating on the sale of luxury
residential listings, waterfront, estate, condominium and new
construction homes. Working happily with everyone from first-time
buyers to experienced investors (and one of the nation’s foremost
real estate families, to handle their personal transactions); Alex is
an award-winning agent who attributes his success to a boundless
enthusiasm for his work and steadfast loyalty to his clients. He has
resided in Westport for nearly two decades, and is proud of his
in-depth knowledge of the local schools, recreational and cultural
amenities.
Alex has consistently been named “Associate of the Month”
for attaining the highest closed sales volume, and earned the
International Diamond and Sterling Society designations; awards which
are reserved for the top performing sales agents around the globe. He
has made an indelible mark on the local community, brokering the sale
of some of the area’s most prominent estates – among them:
“The Oaks at Equestrian Trail”, “The Lucille Lortel
White Barn Theatre” property, “Twin Walls”,
“The Farist House”, “Hemlock Hill”,
“Stone Hearth” and many other fine homes – some of
which rank among the area’s highest sales.
He is frequently sought-out by the media, including NBC-4, New York
Living magazine and Connecticut Cottages & Gardens for his insight
on market conditions and access to elite properties. Placing an
emphasis on up-to-the-minute technology, Alex earned the coveted
"e-PRO" certification from the National Association of Realtors, a
designation held by only 1% of the organization's one million-plus
members. For Alex, the many friendships he has forged with his clients
are what make this business so rewarding. |
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Audrey Demetres
Audrey@TheRiversideRealtyGroup.com 203-221-4573
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Audrey Demetres has
been an award winning, Top Producer for her nine consecutive years in
the Westport & Weston marketplaces. Her first year as a Realtor in
the area, Audrey was awarded highest honors as she ranked among the top
twenty agents in a large corporate real estate firm. Working primarily
with referrals from past clients, her success has grown organically to
make her one of the most desired agents in coastal Connecticut real
estate.
Audrey is passionate about the 06880 lifestyle. The proximity to NYC,
airports, beaches, boating, the arts and education brings invaluable
enrichment to those who make their home here. Audrey’s amazing
knowledge about our towns, schools and the fun stuff makes her the
“go to” agent for clients desiring the inside track in
Westport and Weston. Demetres says, “There are so many
choices in our towns. We have the Hunt Club for equestrians, our
beautiful Levitt Pavilion for outdoor concerts, and The Westport
Country Playhouse for live theater, Compo beach, and Devil’s Den
Nature preserve for hiking in the woods. This is only to name a few
venues.”
Achieving a multi-million dollar level of sales, Audrey is a prominent
agent in the luxury real estate market. She represented Buyers in a
record breaking sale in Weston. Audrey has been interviewed and quoted
in the New York Times feature article on super agents and teams in
Fairfield County. She easily and discreetly has dealt with
celebrity clientele. She has great enthusiasm and loves first time home
Buyers, seniors and those wishing to downsize to smaller homes. Her
caring approach to each and every client is key. Demetres was awarded
“Best in customer Service” featured in the Westport news.
This award only goes to agents that receive a 100% rating submitted by
clients.
Audrey and her husband have raised their three children in Westport,
all attending Westport Public Schools. Audrey is active in many local
organizations and continues to be passionate about her 06880 lifestyle. |
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Linda Durakis
LDurakis@TheRiversideRealtyGroup.com 203-221-2020
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A
Westport native, Linda is a skilled real estate professional with
twenty years of experience. She is a graduate of the local school
system and the University of Rhode Island with a degree in business.
Durakis serves as exclusive sales agent for W.R. Green Construction; in
addition she is the interior designer, selecting all finishes and
collaborating on landscape design. The results are always impressive -
Linda is able to visualize the potential of a home or building site and
understand the possibilities. Together with her husband, Bill Green,
the pair have been building, renovating, buying, and selling homes that
have earned a position among the finest in Fairfield County for two
decades. In addition to raising three daughters, Linda captains a
women’s USTA tennis team, loves to garden, and is an active
volunteer in the school district. Durakis is enthusiastic about the
opportunity to provide her clients with the unmatched local expertise
of The Riverside Realty Group, coupled with the firm’s commanding
market share and strength in international marketing for world-class
properties. |
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Susan Feigenbaum
SFeigenbaum@TheRiversideRealtyGroup.com 203-221-9870
www.SFeigenbaum.com
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In the ever-changing real estate market, you need an agent who
creatively markets and seeks out properties, and uses their knowledge
and resourcefulness to meet your needs. Susan has built a business
philosophy based upon these pillars, and works well with buyers and
sellers of a variety of Fairfield County properties. Her aim is to help
sellers obtain the highest price possible for their homes quickly while
minimizing inconvenience, and assisting buyers in their quest to find a
perfect place to call home. She is proud of the strong relationships
she forges with her clients and their families which last years beyond
the closing, and enjoys helping people acclimate to the area and all
its wonderful cultural, recreational, and lifestyle amenities. Susan
takes great pride in being very responsive and accessible to best serve
her clientele.
An accomplished professional with over 15 years of experience in the
residential real estate field, Susan has built a solid reputation and
has attained sustained success demonstrated by her membership in the
most prestigious sales societies, including the International
President’s Elite and International Presidents Circle, which
place her among the top 1% of the nation’s real estate
professionals. As further testament to the high level of service she
provides, Susan brokered the sale of a prestigious waterfront estate in
2005 which was Westport’s largest residential transaction ever, a
record that remained in place until this year.
Some of her areas of expertise include:
- Providing advice with respect to
home improvements and renovations
- Helping sellers stage their homes
for best results during the marketing proces
- Excellent source of referrals for
professionals and tradespeople
- Expert preparation of a
confidential and complimentary market analysis of your home
- Active participation in a variety
of community organizations, including membership on the Board of
Directors of the Levitt Pavilion for the Performing Arts
Susan is extremely familiar with
Westport and Weston, having resided in both communities over the past
18 years. She and her husband Matt currently live at Compo Beach, and
have two sons, Dr. Bernard Feigenbaum who practices medicine and lives
in New York City and Rob Feigenbaum
who owns a consulting firm and resides with his wife Dr. Liza
Shiff, an Internist, and their two children David and
Isabella in Los Gatos, CA.
When searching for an extremely dedicated, responsive, enthusiastic,
resourceful, and knowledgeable professional to assist you with all of
your real estate needs, look no further! |
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Sheri Horowitz
Sheri@TheRiversideRealtyGroup.com 203-221-4598
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Sheri Horowitz is an experienced real estate professional with a
staggering three-billion dollar career transaction volume. She joined
The Riverside Realty Group’s Westport office after leaving a very
successful, fast-paced, 12 year career in the global real estate group
of a premier investment bank on Wall Street. In that position, Sheri
simultaneously negotiated and closed billions of dollars of commercial
property transactions all while developing and nurturing lasting client
relationships. Previously, Sheri worked as a realtor at the leading New
York City commercial real estate brokerage. She is well known by her
clientele and colleagues to be easy to get along with, savvy,
intelligent, ethical, enthusiastic and extremely hard working. She
obtained her Masters degree in Real Estate Finance from New York
University.
According to company officials, "Our entire team of top real estate
professionals is enthusiastic about Ms. Horowitz's dynamic contribution
to the Riverside organization, and commends her on her achievments. Her
unique perspective on market conditions, connections to the community,
and strong work ethic set her apart in a competitive field."
Sheri is thrilled to be back in Fairfield County with her husband and
two young children after residing in Manhattan for over a decade. She
grew up in Westport and spent her adult life visiting family and
friends in the area, always knowing she would return to this vibrant
community. Sheri definitely understands and appreciates the value,
lifestyle and benefits afforded to those that live here. Sheri’s
clients have access to her vast knowledge of several facets of the real
estate market, her invaluable work experience, and strong connections
to the community. |
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Mary Kelley
Mary@TheRiversideRealtyGroup.com 203-221-9874
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Mary Kelley’s
clients benefit from her nearly 20 years of experience as a top Fairfield County real estate
professional serving Westport, Weston, Wilton, Easton,
Fairfield/Southport, Norwalk and the surrounding communities. A
longtime area resident, she has an in-depth understanding of the region
and all that makes it the ideal place to call home. Mary and her
husband Joe raised their family in Weston, where each of her children
graduated from the local school system. Her enthusiasm for the area has
translated into sustained success in a challenging field; she has been
recognized with top honors including the System-1 President’s
Award and President’s Club designation at an international real
estate company.
Having personally experienced corporate relocation several times
through a global Fortune 500 company prior to getting settled in
Connecticut, Mary knows the process individuals and families go through
during this unsettling time. The insight she gained from these moves
has given her the tools and expertise required to help her clients get
acclimated to a new area. From finding a new home, helping you research
the communities that best fit your needs, and assisting you in finding
your niche in the community – Mary has all the right connections
to make your move stress-free and rewarding. When working with sellers,
she applies The Riverside Realty Group’s proven strategies to
successfully complete the job – all while adhering to the highest
ethical standards. She feels fortunate to have earned the loyalty of
her clients and is honored that they come back to her time and again
for all of their real estate needs, while continually referring their
friends and business associates. |
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Hope Klein
Hope@TheRiversideRealtyGroup.com 203-221-9875
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Hope is the consummate urban/suburban professional. She spent the first
five years of her career working in New York City's Upper West Side and
counts as clients some of the area's most recognizable celebrities.
She's been living and working in Fairfield County for the past 16 years
and has become a fixture in the local scene. Her business philosophy
mirrors that of her compatriots at The Riverside Realty
Group. She's honest, hard working, tech savvy and possesses
tremendous knowledge of the local marketplace. Hope takes pride in
assisting buyers and sellers way beyond the closing table and now
counts many as life long friends. She has been involved in some of the
area's most prestigious sales. Hope has been named to a worldwide
firm’s President's Club though her successful role as client
negotiator. She's available 7 days a week and after finding her
client's the perfect home considers them and their referrals as among
her greatest assets.
Living in Westport with her husband, a
global real estate investor/developer, she has put their two daughters
through the local school system. Hope's passion is real estate but she
is highly involved in the mentoring program through Human Services in
the town of Westport. She enjoys spending time with her family, skiing,
engaging in fitness activities, traveling and doing all things outdoors. |
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Judi Lake
Judi@TheRiversideRealtyGroup.com 203-221-4537 |
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Judi Lake’s
multi-faceted personal and professional background gives her unique
perspective on her client’s needs, and provides them with access
to a caring professional who is committed to top-tier service.
While earning her Master’s
degree at New York University, Judi lived in Manhattan and began her
career on Wall Street as a trading desk economist utilizing technology
in assisting traders to interpret economic events. She continued her
career as a financial systems consultant and became one of the first
woman Vice Presidents at a division of Oracle Corporation.
Judi moved to Connecticut 18 years ago to start a family. She lived in
Rowayton and Weston, and for the past 12 years in Westport. Over those
years, she has provided dedicated service on community boards and
memberships including the Westport Young Women’s League, Project
Return, The Levitt Pavillion for the Performing Arts, the Westport
Public Library, and numerous PTA positions. Judi brings a myriad of
attributes which make her invaluable as a real estate professional: She
has a deep knowledge and appreciation for the value of living and
working and raising a family, in and around Coastal Connecticut, while
always understanding the importance of the financial, cultural and
personal ties that New York City represents to the community. Her
personal strengths and background as a consultant gives her the added
ability to listen, evaluate and problem solve – bringing clarity
to many of the complex issues that arise during a fast-paced
transaction. In addition, Judi’s background and knowledge of
technology brings an added benefit to her clientele, as the importance
of internet marketing and consulting becomes more important in the real
estate market.
Judi resides in the Compo Beach area
with her husband and 3 children.
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Brett Lieberman
Brett@TheRiversideRealtyGroup.com (203) 221-4529
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Brett was raised in a
family with extensive real estate experience and possesses a remarkable
work ethic and passion for helping people realize
their goals. Brett's earnest approach to real estate comes from a
genuine desire to support his clients through the many decisions that
come with buying and selling a home.
Having grown up in Weston, Brett cannot imagine a better place to raise
a family than Fairfield County. After receiving a doctorate in
naturopathic medicine in Oregon, Brett returned to Connecticut with his
wife and two children. While his professional background may not be
typical for a REALTOR®, it is also what sets him apart in his
field. A keen and compassionate listener, Brett quickly understands his
clients' needs and takes immediate action to meet them. His training
has also taught him the value of analyzing the whole of every deal to
achieve the best outcome for his clients.
Brett's knowledge of the market, unflappable negotiation skills and
technological savvy are equally invaluable to The Riverside Realty
Group. As a father of two young children, he is well versed in the
areas many schools, playgrounds and childcare options. |
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Justine Lieberman
Justine@TheRiversideRealtyGroup.com (203) 221-4511
www.suelieberman.com
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In 2004, Justine plunged into a career in real estate after nearly a
decade of financial experience on Wall Street and receiving her MBA.
Justine brings marketing savvy, technological skills and high energy to
all she does as a key player in the local brokerage scene. Believing
the most important investments are in real estate, Justine left a
deadline-driven financial career in New York City to establish a
vibrant life and family business in Connecticut.
From the outset, Justine proved to be indispensable to her clients. She
brings to the table a finely-tuned ability to analyze the underlying
market drivers of the economy, strategic forecasting abilities, and
quantitative modeling skills – all of which help buyers and
sellers weigh their options in the midst of a fast-paced negotiation,
where time is often money. She has earned respect from her colleagues,
and buyers and sellers from all walks of life with her warmth,
compassion, and ability to listen for the details. Always on the
cutting-edge, she is a marketing pioneer, ensuring that all of The
Riverside Realty Group’s listings receive the best exposure to
capture buyer interest – whether from around the corner or across
the globe.
After growing up in Weston, Justine
returned to the area after living in Manhattan. Buying her first home
in Westport has been the best investment Justine has made, both
financially and personally. Ecstatic to be back in Connecticut, Justine
is actively involved in the community through her participation with
the Discovery Museum, Westport Historical Society and Project ALS. |
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Sue Lieberman
SLieberman@TheRiversideRealtyGroup.com 203-221-9876
www.suelieberman.com |
Sue considers herself fortunate to live in the beautiful Fairfield
County community. Having raised five children in the area, she has had
the opportunity to thoroughly experience all that makes the region such
a wonderful place to reside and work. She has been a real estate
professional for nearly twenty years serving Westport, Weston, Wilton,
Fairfield, and surrounding markets.
Before joining together with her partners and forming The Riverside
Realty Group, Sue was affiliated with another prestigious firm where
she was the first broker hired and played a key role in recruiting
other top agents, thereby building the market share for the company,
and preparing it for acquisition by a worldwide brokerage. As a member
of that firm’s “International President’s
Premier” - the highest designation awarded – she ranked in
the top 1% of realtors in the 126,000-agent company. Additionally, she
has been named to the list of Top 10 Producers within the state of
Connecticut for seven consecutive years. Susan’s specialty is
marketing luxury, new construction, and waterfront properties to and
for an elite clientele. She is credited with the sale of several of our
town’s most important landmark residences. When working with
buyers, she leaves no stone unturned in the search for a perfect match.
Her business philosophy has evolved from her personal life – to
treat people with integrity, honesty and respect. The purchase and sale
of typically one’s greatest investment – one’s home,
is a major business decision and she believes it should be approached
by applying the highest standards and values. She regards herself as
being privileged to have been an integral part of the Fairfield
County community and a successful real estate professional in the
area over the years. Sue considers it an honor to have watched her
clients and their families flourish and contribute to their communities
in so many positive ways. |
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Jim Migliaccio
Jim@TheRiversideRealtyGroup.com (203) 943-5926
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Jim grew up in Fairfield County and graduated from the University of
Connecticut. He served 10 years as a commissioned officer in the
military which ended after Dessert Storm. He received an honorable
discharge and retired as a decorated veteran. Jim has extensive
knowledge and experience in construction, remodeling, staging, and
renovations. In addition to his thriving real estate practice, for
which he has continuously received honors as a top producer, he has
been a successful entrepreneur in the area for years with endeavors
including a wholesale distribution business and fitness center. Jim and
his wife, Julie, are Weston residents.
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Jo Ann Miller
JoAnn@TheRiversideRealtyGroup.com (203) 221-9880
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A Real Estate professional with 20 years of experience in the Fairfield
County marketplace, Jo Ann is among the area's most highly accomplished
and sought-after agents. Her production levels have earned her a
position among the nation's top 1% of Realtors year after year.
Exciting assignments have included collaborating with many of the
area’s preeminent builders, working with referrals from past
clients, and tactfully marketing and selling properties owned by
celebrities and captains of industry. Prior to entering the brokerage
field, Jo Ann worked in the retailing business for 18 years. She
negotiated and developed product in Europe, Asia, and the Far East.
This retail experience has added to Miller's unique ability to
multi-task without losing focus of priorities, a necessary skill when
representing the discerning client. An active member of the community,
she has resided in Westport for 25 years. . |
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Ginny Moffitt
Ginny@TheRiversideRealtyGroup.com 203-610-3351
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Ginny, a Realtor, and professional Interior Designer brings 25 years of
top producing real estate experience to her position at The Riverside
Realty Group.
Enthusiasm, patience and a “can-do” attitude in resolving
her clients’ real estate needs make Ginny Moffitt a trusted
member of the Realtor community. Always an award-winner, Ginny is known
for building strong relationships and providing extra value to her
clients, while bringing time-tested negotiating skills to bear in each
real estate transaction. Well versed in new construction and high-end
real estate, Ms. Moffitt also enjoys the excitement of working with
first time buyers! She is a full-time professional serving the
communities of Westport, Weston, Fairfield and surrounding areas.
“I just can’t stay away from the excitement of real
estate,” she is quoted as saying. “The sale or purchase of
a home is the most important transaction a person makes their life, and
I want to be part of that process. And, with interior design training,
I can go one step further to help my clients (who all seem to become my
ever widening circle of friends) complete their dreams in decorating
their new spaces. Combining real estate and design is a dream job for
me.”
Ms. Moffitt holds a Bachelor of Arts Degree in English and Spanish from
the University of Connecticut at Storrs, and has earned the ASID
designation as an Interior Designer (American Society of Interior
Designers) from Fairfield University, where she has taught Color Design
in the Interior Design curriculum. She is also NCIDQ certified
(National Council of Interior Design Qualification) enabling her to
assist her real estate and design clients in creating workable floor
plans/additions to new or existing homes, or editing and staging a home
when selling to maximize selling price and minimize market time.
Ginny began her professional career as an International Flight
Attendant with Pan Am, where she learned the importance of providing
only the finest customer service early on. In addition, she has worked
as a manager and director of relocation for a nationwide real estate
brokerage firm.
Ginny is serving her fourth, four-year term as a Deacon at Southport
Congregational Church. She has chaired the church’s Progressive
Dinner, served on the Board of Missions in support of Emerge (a
women’s shelter) and on the church’s annual mission
fundraiser, Rooms with a View. She is a former Finance Chair for the
League of Women Voters.
Ginny is an avid golfer and reader, world traveler, the mother of two
grown children, and resides in Fairfield with her husband and three
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Cindy Raney
Cindy@TheRiversideRealtyGroup.com 203-257-8320
www.CindyRaney.com |
Cindy’s expertise, negotiating power, integrity and passion for
personal service are the foundation of her success.
Having lived in Fairfield, Southport & Westport, Cindy has first
hand knowledge that has helped numerous clients navigate the vast array
of living choices that our area and surrounding towns have to offer.
“Our community is rich in culture with excellent schools,
beautiful beaches and lakes, great shops and dining all within an hour
of NYC. I could not imagine living anywhere else!”
Cindy truly enjoys working with those who are new to the area, helping
them learn everything they need to know to make an informed decision.
Well respected and highly acclaimed for her ethics and diligence Cindy
has received glowing testimonials from several high profile clients. At
her prior national firm, Cindy was recognized as an award winning
multi-million dollar producer, as well as a relocation and luxury
property specialist. Cindy, who prides herself on being an area expert,
works with buyers and sellers in all price ranges, as well as many of
the area’s local builders.
Prior to her successful real estate career, Cindy was the Co-Founder of
a Financial Planning and Advisory Group at Merrill Lynch and CitiGroup
in NYC. Her Wall Street background, Certified Financial Planner (CFP)
designation and BA in Economics from UCONN put Cindy in a unique
position of negotiating strength when it comes to the business side of
real estate.
Passionate about personal service Cindy is there for her clients at all
times during the home search or home sale process.
“Being tech savvy helps me to stay in touch with my clients and
the numerous professionals involved in the real estate process from
attorneys to inspectors -allowing me to relay information from one to
the other seamlessly.”
Equally as dedicated to her community, she is also active in community
affairs. She has twice Co-Chaired “Rooms With a View” one
of the area’s premiere design events. Cindy and her husband Matt
now live in Fairfield with their 2 boys, Connor (4) and Cameron (2). |
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Michelle Rosier
Michelle@TheRiversideRealtyGroup.com 203-221-2260 |
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Michelle brings high energy and enthusiasm to all she does as a leading
Fairfield County real estate agent specializing in the sale
and marketing of fine homes. Her strong educational and
professional backgrounds have laid the groundwork to make her
indispensable to her clients. She is a graduate of the Newhouse
School of Communications at Syracuse University and earned her MBA from Fordham with a specialization in
Media Management. Her previous professional experience includes a
high-profile Manhattan marketing career with a leading retail
conglomerate, major TV network, and industry trade publications.
Creative marketing and quality connections set Michelle apart; her
clients benefit from her strong work ethic and desire to exceed their
expectations. Michelle grew up in the area and returned with her
husband to raise a family and establish a vibrant business. She is
active in many community organizations and the Long Lots Elementary
School. |
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Carolyn Schulman
Carolyn@TheRiversideRealtyGroup.com 203-221-9883 |
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Veteran broker Carolyn Schulman is an integral part of the
team of top producers at The Riverside Realty Group. She brings 30+
years of experience as a noted leader in a challenging field, and
attributes her success to a business philosophy based on integrity,
honesty, and knowledge of the marketplace. Carolyn has brokered the
sale of some of the most significant properties in the area, including
record-breaking waterfront sales. She has been recognized with
membership in the International President's Circle by her former
company, and maintains strong relationships with her clients years
beyond the "sale." Carolyn has extensive knowledge of the building and
design process, having overseen the construction and renovation of many
projects. She holds an M.S. Ed. and M.S. in Psychology, and a B.A.
from the University of Connecticut. Experience makes the difference,
and Carolyn is uniquely positioned to be your trusted resource. Carolyn
and her husband raised and schooled their children in the local school
system; she is an active member of the community and is an advocate for
this area's wonderful lifestyle. |
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Fran Southworth
Fran@TheRiversideRealtyGroup.com 203-221-9801 |
For Fran, success is as natural as helping friends. Thoroughly enjoying
people, Fran puts her heart and soul into her work, viewing her job as
assisting members of her extended family.
Her clients are filled with praise: “A true pleasure to work
with… honest assessments… strong negotiating
skills… upbeat attitude.” “You worked so hard to get
this deal finalized.” “You listened intently to what we
wanted – and could afford – and never wasted our time
showing us homes that didn’t match our needs.”
“Tireless in your efforts… our best advocate!”
“By taking the time to get familiar with our lifestyle and
priorities, you successfully identified a select number of potential
candidates that enabled us to focus on homes that ‘felt’
right. You made a perfect match!”
Awards and professional recognition have followed Fran over the course
of her 14+ year real estate career. She holds the GRI (Graduate of the
Realtor Institute) designation and was named to a worldwide brokerage's
International President's Circle during her tenure there. As part of
The Riverside Realty Group, she is a highly valued member of the
area’s most well-respected brokerage firm.
Performing admirably has always been multi-talented Fran’s forte. Beautifully wielding her
intelligence, sensitivity, and superb interpersonal skills, she has a
highly successful former career as a singer/songwriter and actress. Her
songs have been recorded on major labels by well-known artists, and her
musical voice was frequently heard in major commercials and in her
two-year role on the television show “As the World Turns,”
where she played “Jimmie Sue,” a country singer. Here, Fran
sang over forty original songs on the show, including “Together,
Forever,” a love song co-written and performed with her husband,
Jeff. Fran still sings publicly on occasion, now most often using her
wonderful voice to benefit worthy causes.
A long-time Westport resident, Fran has two sons that were raised in
the area – one now in college, and the other a sophomore at
Staples High School. Her areas of expertise include Westport, Weston,
and the surrounding area, where she specializes in residential real
estate, focusing on luxury homes antique residences, waterfront
properties, undeveloped land, and new construction.
“I care deeply for my customers and their best interests come
first. Many of my closes friends in town started out as customers. I
feel blessed to have them in my life.” |
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Dianne Weinstock
Dianne@TheRiversideRealtyGroup.com 203-221-9892
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Dianne is one of the area’s most well-respected real estate
agents, known for her solid ethics and a commitment to excellence in
all she does. When working with a client, she puts their needs first
– always listening and understanding what they really want to
accomplish. A firm believer that we’re in a 24/7 business, she is
always available and dedicated to making the process enjoyable and
hassle-free.
Before becoming an agent in 1990,
Dianne was the President of a successful personnel placement agency for
twelve years. Working closely with Fortune 500 companies, she often had
to decipher their needs and assess the position which needed to be
filled, while finding the right person for the job - “It’s
all in the details.”
Dianne is a licensed Realtor in
Connecticut, and has earned her GRI (Graduate of the Realtor Institute)
designation, which is awarded after experienced agents complete an
exhaustive course of study. She has been the recipient of the Agent of
the Month award for exceptional performance within her office and has
received the “International President’s Elite” honor
for outstanding sales accomplishments, placing her in the top 1% of
brokers worldwide.
She has developed an expertise in new
home and land sales, while serving clients buying and selling
everything from their first home up to ultimate luxury estates. A
Westport resident for over 25 years, Dianne and her husband Norman have
enjoyed raising their family in this charming community and feel lucky
to have been able to share the area’s beauty with them, sailing
on Long Island Sound and taking advantage of the town’s vibrant
theatre and arts scene. Dianne covers Westport, Weston, Wilton,
Fairfield, Easton, and the vicinity; she looks forward to introducing
you to Fairfield County. |
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