Meet Cecilia Valentino...

Experience

Cecilia has been a full-time professional REALTOR® since 1970, a licensed Real Estate Broker, who has worked in her own company in New York City, selling residential and commercial properties in the New York City metropolitan area, worked with developers in the conversion of rental buildings into co-ops and condominiums,  and the re-sale of Co-ops and Condos. In 1994 to 1996 Cecilia moved to Miami Beach where she worked for developers in the marketing and selling of luxury apartments and investment properties. Since she moved back to New York, she specializes in residential sales of homes in Astoria, Jackson Heights, Elmhurst, E. Elmhurst, Corona, Woodside, Sunnyside, Long Island City, Rego Park, Forest Hills, and North West Queens.

Honors

Consistently outstanding in her field, Cecilia has received numerous awards in recognition of her exemplary performance on behalf of clients. She ranks among the top 3% Real Estate Producers in the Nation and has been awarded membership in the prestigious Re/Max International Hall of Fame and Platinum Club for her efforts.

Professional Designations

Cecilia believes that one of the keys to success, both for herself and her clients, is a continually updated education. She takes many classes and seminars to increase her effectiveness and has earned one of the real estate Industry's most prestigious professional designations: CWS (Certified Real Estate Specialist), GRI (Graduate Realtor Institute), CRS (Certified Real Estate Specialist), SRES (Senior Real Estate Specialist), RSSP (Real Estate Short Sale Professional ). Nationally recognized, these designations are earned through a rigorous course of study as well as demonstrated professional experience. It is Cecilia's assurance to you that she provides quality service.

Memberships

Cecilia is a member of NAR National Association of Realtors, NYSAR New York State Association of Realtors, LIBOR Long Island Board of REALTORS®, the Council of Residential Specialists, the Graduate REAL TOR® Institute (New York State Chapter), the SAREC (Seniors Advantage Real Estate Council, the New York Association of REALTORS®, WCR he Women Council of REALTORS®. All of these associations uphold a strict code of ethics and ensure that their members are up to date on the latest marketing techniques and legislation affecting real estate.

Personal Information

Born in Montevideo, Uruguay, Cecilia has lived in New York since 1969, except for the 2 years that she moved to Miami Beach, she has studied Real Estate at Marymount Manhattan College & Post W. College. Real Estate has been Cecilia's first and only career choice. She has dedicated her life to helping people to achieve their Real Estate dreams and has always enjoyed offering the best in professional service.

Cecilia has a daughter who graduated from The George Washington University, with Majors in Business Administration and International Business, she is a constant source of support and assistance with Cecilia's Marketing Programs.

Because of her community involvement, Cecilia has an acute awareness of the needs and wants of families in the area. She knows the schools, the neighborhoods, the services and the benefits available and is a valuable information resource both for those new to the area as well as to those who are changing neighborhoods.

When not serving her clients, Cecilia loves to travel. She enjoys getting to know different cultures and the people in other parts of the world.

Professional Philosophy

Cecilia believes that the sale or purchase of real estate should be a positive experience and makes it her job to mitigate or eliminate all problems. Through a vast store of knowledge and experience as well as continual updating of knowledge and the use of the latest technology, Cecilia creates transactions that are quick, smooth, successful and truly enjoyable. She knows the value of honesty and ensures that the lines of communication are always clear and open.

While Cecilia is extremely professional, she is also quite personable. She likes to think of herself as a family Realtor as she enjoys working with her clients for not just one transaction, but every real estate transaction in a lifetime. Often a satisfied client will refer Cecilia to another family member, giving her the opportunity to serve entire family groups. Such referrals are earned through hard work, dedication and a sincere desire to please.

If you are seeking an honest, caring, and reliable real estate professional for your next transaction, call Cecilia Valentino today.