Debra Eby
Schumacher Homes
Ashland,Ohio
46
years of professional experience
Diligent New Home Consultant with strong background in guiding clients through the new construction home-buying process. Professional with proven success in new home sales with extensive experience in production of residential construction. Adept at fostering client relationships and consistently closing sales while providing personalized service. Ability to take a sometimes overwhelming process and make it fun. Collaborate effectively with teams to meet client needs. Known for excellent communication and problem-solving abilities. Ready to drive sales and contribute to growth.
Work History
New Home Sales Consultant
6 Years 3 Months- Guided clients through home selection process, ensuring alignment with needs and budgets.
- Delivered engaging presentations on home features, benefits, and financing options to potential buyers.
- Conducted regular follow-ups with prospective buyers, maintaining interest levels and fostering long-term relationships.
- Handled objections from potential buyers effectively addressing concerns related to pricing location or design features enhancing chances of a successful sale.
- Provided guidance to buyers throughout the decision-making process empowering them to make informed choices about their new homes.
Production Administrator
8 Years 2 Months- Ran Cycle Two Process, setting up new job files, sending homeowner information to lenders, and coordinating meetings between Design Consultant, Field Manager, and customer to achieve homeowners' desired dig date while managing documentation to CAD and Estimating Depts.
- Interacted with zoning inspectors and building departments to secure building permits for homeowners.
- Dealt with appraisers and lenders throughout the Cycle two process.
- Facilitated bi-weekly meetings between Sales Managers and Construction Manager to update all on job progress. I was the Production Administrator for three sales offices.
- Streamlined production schedules to enhance efficiency and meet project deadlines.
- Coordinated communication between departments to ensure alignment on project goals and timelines.
- Managed inventory levels to reduce waste and optimize resource allocation.
Owner
7 Years- Launched a business converting antique furniture into bathroom vanities. Grew the business to selling to 45 state and Canada.
- Identified client needs and sourced furniture for conversion into bathroom vanities.
- Oversaw daily operations, ensuring quality control and customer satisfaction.
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
Title Closing Officer/Manager
8 Years- Held an Ohio Title Insurance License with extensive experience in Real Estate title work, accounting, reconciliation, payroll, tracking vacation and sick leave.
- Scheduled and performed the closings with the Real Estate agents, seller and buyer.
- Dealt with banking officers, insurance agents, real estate agents, attorneys and the customers.
- Prepared Ohio Title Insurance Policies.
- Reviewed and processed title insurance documents for compliance and accuracy.
- Coordinated closing schedules with clients, lenders, and real estate agents.
- Facilitated communication between all parties involved in the closing process.
Account Clerk II
11 Years- Reconciled $1,000,000 checking account monthly for child support, ensuring accuracy and compliance. Conducted extensive research to identify errors, entered data, and balanced accounts precisely each month. Fiscal Department duties were Payroll, collecting money and crediting accounts. Prepared, entered and calculated payments of General Assistance Medical Program, including paying medical bills from those in the medical field in a timely manner.
7 Years
- Vault Teller
- Oversaw daily vault operations, maintaining security protocols for sensitive transactions.
- Conducted regular audits of vault contents to verify balances and identify discrepancies promptly.
- Trained new tellers in processes and procedures for financial institution, answering questions and providing guidance.
- Greeted and welcomed customers with courteous and professional approach to drive prompt, accurate and efficient transactions.
- Managed cash handling processes to ensure accuracy and compliance with financial regulations.
Education
High School Diploma
Skills
Sales strategy
Sales closing
Negotiation expertise
Customer service
Customer satisfaction
Client relations
Excellent communication
Multitasking capacity
Timeline
New Home Sales Consultant
Schumacher Homes
05.2020 - 08.2026Read More
Production Administrator
Wayne Homes
03.2011 - 05.2019Read More
Owner
Vanities of Yesteryear
01.2004 - 01.2011Read More
Title Closing Officer/Manager
Barrister Title Group
01.2003 - 01.2011Read More
Account Clerk II
Department of Human Services
01.1988 - 01.1999Read More
First Federal Savings & Loan
01.1981 - 01.1988Read More
Mapleton High School
High School Diploma
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