- Name
- Gene Della Maggiora
- Company
- The GRUBB Company
- E-mail
- Contact Gene Della Maggiora (The GRUBB Company)
- Website
- http://www.gdella.com
- Office Phone
- (510) 652-2133 x 435
- Description
- - 2008 B.A.R. President
- 2007 GRUBB Co. "Synergistic Agent Award"
- 2005 B.A.R. Realtor of the Year
- Commitment to your Real Estate success
- Energy, integrity and knowledge
About Us:
BIOGRAPHY
Professional History
Gene is a skilled negotiator with limitless experience in client-focused sales and marketing. Before joining Coldwell Banker in his hometown of Berkeley, Gene worked for 12 years in magazine and newspaper publishing. At CMP Media, Gene was the publisher of CADENCE Magazine, the world's largest computer-aided design magazine.
As a Realtor, Gene is a consistent top lister and one of Coldwell Banker's top producing agents over-all. He has won numerous awards including the Berkeley Association of Realtors' 2005 Realtor of the Year award. He is also on the Board of Directors for the association.
Gene has also been a guest speaker at the Coldwell Banker 2004 San Francisco Bay Area Business Conference as well as for the Berkeley Association of Realtors.
Professional Philosophy
Gene is committed to his clients' real estate success. Whether you're a seller or a buyer, Gene will focus on your goals and challenges at any given time to ensure that your real estate needs are met and exceeded. Gene brings energy, integrity, knowledge and a sense of humor to each and every real estate transaction. You can trust Gene for all of your real estate needs.
Affiliations/Designations
- Berkeley Association of Realtors, 2007 President-Elect
- Berkeley Association of Realtors, 2005 Realtor of the Year
- Director, Berkeley Association of Realtors, 2005-2006
- Secretary/Treasurer, Berkeley Association of Realtors, 2006
- Chair, Berkeley Association of Realtors Special Events Committee, 2005
- Member, Berkeley Association of Realtors MLS Committee, 2005-2006
- California Association of Realtors:
-2007 Equal Opportunity-Cultural Diversity Committee Member
-2007 Real Estate inance Committee
-2007 Membership Committee Member
- California Association of Realtors Legislative Liaison Program
- National Association of Realtors
- Coldwell Banker International Sterling Society, 2004, 2005
- Coldwell Banker International Diamond Society, 2003, 2006
- Designated Seniors Real Estate Specialist
- "Director's Role in Professional Standards" advanced training
- Habitat for Humanity
- Golden Gate Audubon Society
- Multiple Listing Service
- Toys for Tots
- Operation One Warm Coat
Four Important Reasons You Should Work with Gene
- Gene has a thorough understanding of the East Bay real estate market including current and past inventory
- He knows the legal requirements, forms and business procedures involved in local real estate transactions
- He is a skilled negotiator
- And he truly knows and appreciates the benefits of living in the East Bay
Areas of Expertise
I specialize in representing Buyers and Sellers of residential real estate in Berkeley, Albany, Kensington, Richmond, El Cerrito, Oakland, Piedmont and Montclair, CA.
Testimonials
TESTIMONIALS
Dear Gene:
On behalf of the membership of the Berkeley Association of REALTORS, please accept my thanks for your invaluable contribution to the success of yesterday's Planning for Success panel. Your willingness to share your time, talent and expertise with other BAR members during this Share the Knowledge presentation by the Professional Development Committee is a testament to your professionalism and a credit to your company.
Sincerely,
Lois Kadosh
President, Berkeley Association of REALTORS
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Gene,
Thank you for helping us sell our Grandpa's home. This could have been a difficult task for us because we live out of town . . . You made this very easy for us by communicating clearly and frequently. It's amazing how much we were able to handle via e-mail. It saved us many trips to Oakland. We also appreciated you handling things for us at the house and helping us choose contractors to fix up the house. We were quite impressed with the level of service we received from you. We have never had such support and help from a realtor in any of our past transactions (8 total!). You made it easy. We are very happy with the sale of our family's home. Your enthusiasm and attention to detail made this sale a pleasant experience at a difficult time for our family.
Thank you so much for your help,
-- Bob and Kim L.
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You were so wonderful during our many months of searching for Jessica's perfect abode. You should see it now. We both love that gem of a condo you found us. Thanks for your many months of patience, caring, hard work and all the research you did to secure this piece of property for us. You were always so upbeat, you kept our spirits up, and our stress level down. It was a difficult time in the real estate market for us, since our funds were limited, and there were so many bids coming in on each property, driving the prices way out of our range. You were always so prompt to respond to our phone messages, and you always let us know that you were there to lend your support in any way you could. Without a doubt, you are the real estate professional we can recommend to friends and family with confidence.
-- Louise B.
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Gene is completely focused on his clients. Truly a people person, Gene goes the extra mile to understand his clients' needs and works tirelessly to fulfill them. Enthusiasm, warmth and an optimistic spirit are Gene's hallmark.
-- Johanna K.
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Dear Gene,
Thank you so much for all of your help and support in handling the sale of my condominium in Berkeley! You went above and beyond in every way to make the process as smooth and effective as possible, and your professionalism and dedication clearly paid off in the outstanding results you achieved.
As I was nearly 3000 miles and three time zones away during the entire process of the sale, I truly appreciate the effort you put into being reachable and keeping me informed of the progress of the sale. Your advice, support, and patience from afar were invaluable when we faced major decisions or hit bumps on the road. I also was also very impressed with your enthusiasm for taking care of all the little details that make such a difference (like bringing flowers to a neighbor in return for her help with the keys!). You put as much or more care into the process than I could have if I had been there in person, and I can't thank you enough for that.
It was a great pleasure working with you and I will definitely recommend you to anyone looking to buy or sell a home in the Bay Area.
Sincerely,
-- Aaron B.
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Gene, I know you are the reason we had so many good offers above and beyond my wildest expectations. Thanks for such a great job from start to finish.
-- Helga R.
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We truly enjoyed working with Gene. He is a professional of the highest order and a superior person all around. Gene was especially helpful in getting our home in a highly competitive, multiple offer market!
-- Torsten and Chritiane B.
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Dear Gene,
Thank you for helping us purchase our wonderful home. You are a fabulous agent! We feel very fortunate to have found the perfect place. It was only possible with your knowledge and assistance. Your attentive dedication to our wants and needs made the whole process smooth and enjoyable. Thank you so much for your care with Emilio. He wants another pet he can name after you. Your advice and suggestions were a major plus in preparing for the negotiation process. You have been a ray of light during our transition. We will remember your kindness and professionalism for a long time. Emilio says: "I love him!"
All the best, David, Cathy and Emilio
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Dear Gene
This letter is to express our sincere appreciation for the outstanding and professional way in which you handled the sale of the property we owned in Richmond, California. We were quite pleased with the manner in which you attended to each and every detail concerning the property and your consistency in keeping us informed every step of the way. Your frequent phone conversations and visits were always positive and encouraging. This kept us positive and confident that we had chosen the right person for the job of selling our property. It has been a pleasure working with you and we will certainly refer anyone needing real estate services to you and your Coldwell Banker team.
Yours truly, Mr. and Mrs. Holder
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Dear Ms. Schwartz:
During August and September 2003, Gene Della Maggiora was of exceptional service for our home search and purchase. With Gene as our realtor, we were able to find a home that met all of our needs. His never-ending energy greatly boosted our weekend searches. Finding a suitable home in the Bay Area was indeed a challenge because we were moving from out of state. In fact, Gene was always able to keep us thoroughly informed even though during the week we were working in two different states, John in New Mexico while Ellen was in Arizona. Also, Gene's home inspectors were prompt and helpful. His persistence with the seller and our title company allowed us to close escrow in two weeks allowing us to avoid temporary housing costs.
In conclusion, we would not hesitate for a moment to recommend Gene to others looking for a home.
Sincerely,
John and Ellen
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Dear Gene
I just received a call from Diane J., one of the neighbors on Carlston Street. She called to rave about you and wanted me to know what an asset to Coldwell Banker you are. She was especially impressed with how efficient and professional you are. She said that it was obvious that you have a passion for your work and that your enthusiasm was contagious. According to Diane, the whole neighborhood was inspired by you! I am so glad that she called me with this rave review. I am delighted to be able to pass this along to you. Congratulations, Gene, and keep up the great work. We are very proud of you.
Sincerely, Marcia Schwartz, Branch Manager, Coldwell Banker
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We worked with Gene for approximately six months. During that time Gene's enthusiasm and energy helped us to maintain focus and hope that we'd find the right home. And we did!
Gene's professionalism and knowledge of the East Bay real estate market, coupled with an intuitive sense of what we like, made searching for our home adventurous and fun!
Gene's a pleasure to work with and we feel like we've made a new friend.
-- Casey and Eric S.
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To Whom It May Concern,
I began working with Gene Della Maggiora in February 2003 and I bought a house in September 2003. This was my first home so it was a very big deal! Initially Gene spent time explaining the process and what was to be expected. We went looking for houses many weekends. As I began placing offers, Gene again spent time explaining each piece of paper that I had to sign. I was very appreciative of his thoroughness. During our meetings, Gene was prompt, professional and courteous. But most of all, I appreciated his positive outlook. He knew that eventually I would find the right house for me. And I did! I would not hesitate to recommend Gene to my friends and I would be happy to work with him again.
Sincerely,
Toni
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Dear Gene,
I want to commend you on your commitment to excellence evidenced by your recent training to become a Certified Cendant Mobility Marketing Specialist. Dedication and enthusiasm are two keys to success in our business. Your willingness to spend the time in gaining valuable knowledge will only enhance your career. I am so pleased you are on our team. Congratulations on your accreditation and keep up the great work.
Sincerely, Avram Goldman, President and COO, Coldwell Banker
