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Deborah Crouch

Deborah Crouch

Summary


Persuasive Broker with years of experience in soliciting potential clients to buy, sell and rent properties. Exceptional communication and negotiation skills to manage competing deadlines. Proficient in advising clients on prices, mortgages and market conditions. Committed to balancing demands of buyer with those of seller.


Experienced and dedicated teacher that was empathetic to needs of all students. Committed to helping students reach their goals.

Overview

52
52
years of professional experience

Work History

Broker

Becovic Management
10.2021 - Current
  • Serve as leasing agent for multiple properties
  • Answer inquiries and provide information to sales representatives, distributed appropriate paperwork, and fulfilled quote requests to deliver excellent customer support.
  • Developed a reputation for integrity and ethical conduct within the brokerage community, leading to increased trust from clients and colleagues alike.

Local Coordinator

InterExchange USA
08.2016 - 08.2022
  • Evaluated program effectiveness by gathering feedback from participants and implementing improvements as needed.
  • Improved communication between host families and au pairs by conducting regular check-ins and providing support.
  • Facilitated conflict resolution between host families and aupairs when necessary, ensuring a positive experience for all parties involved.
  • Maintained detailed records on aupair progress throughout stay, using this data to inform future program decisions.

Teacher

Easy Talk
08.2016 - 08.2018

Taught online English to business people in Taiwan

  • Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
  • Advised and counseled students to help them develop skills and knowledge required to succeed.

Real estate consultant

Sedgebrook, an Erickson community
01.2007 - 07.2010
  • Assisted clients in all aspects of selling home, downsizing, and moving to a new condo
  • Communicated with clients to understand property needs and preferences.
  • Developed long-lasting relationships with clients by providing exceptional customer service throughout the entire transaction process.

Broker

Frankel and Giles
01.2005 - 01.2010
  • Sold new construction condos in Chicago's South Loop
  • Developed strong relationships with clients, earning their trust and loyalty through consistent communication and portfolio updates.
  • Provided exceptional customer service, addressing any concerns or questions from clients promptly and professionally.

Teacher

Decatur District #61
08.1972 - 05.2005
  • Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
  • Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
  • Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.

Owner/Broker

Heritage Homes
01.2000 - 01.2005
  • Successfully established business through referrals and networking; maintained active portfolio of up to 20 listings and multiple exclusive buyers as a strong competitor against larger firms
  • Oversaw daily operations, ensuring all tasks were completed accurately and efficiently by team members.

Real estate agent

Coldwell Banker
01.1996 - 01.2000
  • Achieved awards for outstanding sales on an annual basis despite working part-time; received national award for placing among the top 5% of agents nationwide

Education

M.S. in Education - Instructional Media

B.S. in Education - English

Skills

  • Real estate knowledge
  • Negotiation expertise
  • Buyer vetting
  • Customer Service

Real Estate Experience

  • Becovic Management, Broker serving as leasing agent for multiple properties, 10/2021, present
  • Sedgebrook, an Erickson community, Real estate consultant, Lincolnshire, Illinois, 2007, 2010
  • Frankel and Giles, Broker, South Loop, Chicago, 2005, 2010
  • Area One Realtors, Broker, Decatur, Illinois, 2000, 2002
  • Heritage Homes, Owner/Broker, Decatur, Illinois, 2000, 2002
  • RCP Enterprises, Owner, Decatur, Illinois, 2000, 2002
  • Coldwell Banker, Real estate agent, Decatur, Illinois, 1996, 2000

Timeline

Broker

Becovic Management
10.2021 - Current

Local Coordinator

InterExchange USA
08.2016 - 08.2022

Teacher

Easy Talk
08.2016 - 08.2018

Real estate consultant

Sedgebrook, an Erickson community
01.2007 - 07.2010

Broker

Frankel and Giles
01.2005 - 01.2010

Owner/Broker

Heritage Homes
01.2000 - 01.2005

Real estate agent

Coldwell Banker
01.1996 - 01.2000

Teacher

Decatur District #61
08.1972 - 05.2005

M.S. in Education - Instructional Media

B.S. in Education - English

Deborah Crouch