bloomington indiana real estate

 

 

There's a History Behind Susan's Service

Quiet, friendly and family-oriented, Bloomington has much to offer. No wonder so many people choose it as their lifelong home. When you need to buy or sell a house, Susan Graves has much to offer you as well. A lifelong resident whose family has resided here for generations, Susan is a real estate professional who has successfully coupled her hometown knowledge and years of experience. What that means to you is a smooth worry-free experience. Taking care of the community and its residents is a family tradition for Susan.

Putting Families First

Family is still the focus of Susan's life as her favorite activities always involve them. She knows how important your family's needs are to you when buying or selling a home. That's why Susan carries on her family tradition of care, attention and dedication. There's a history behind every home purchase or sale she handles. It makes all the difference in the world for your family. Call Susan Graves today and experience her family tradition of care.

Professional Designations and Awards

Susan strives for higher learning in her field. Besides earning her Indiana Salesperson license in 1990 and Indiana Broker license in 1992, Susan has always sought out more than the minimum educational requirements for her field. Her earned designations include the Graduate of REALTOR® Institute (GRI) which covers varying areas of real estate and ways to better protect her clients. Susan also obtained the Council of Residential Specialists (CRS) boosting her knowledge of buying, selling, technology

ideas and a large referral network to help clients locate dedicated agents. The Seniors Real Estate Specialists (SRES) is a specialty designation she has earned which focuses on the needs of buyers and sellers aged 50 and over. Susan has also invested her time in earning the e-Pro designation, signifying an upper level understanding of today's technology related to real estate. Susan is currently earning the National Association of REALTORS® Green designation which allows for a better understanding of green building practices and energy efficient home technology.

Awards

2008 Indiana CRS of the Year
2005 Indiana REALTOR of the Year
2005 Indiana CRS of the Year
2005 Bloomington REALTOR of the Year

Susan has earned numerous statewide sales awards with F.C. Tucker including Most Sellers Represented, Most Buyers Represented, and Most Sellers and Buyers Represented multiple years; Highest volume sold statewide of F.C. Tucker Affiliates multiple years; Highest volume sold in Bloomington Office multiple years, Most Closed Referrals for the Bloomington Office.

Professional Memberships

National Association of REALTORS (NAR)
Indiana Association of REALTORS (IAR)
Bloomington Board of REALTORS (BBOR)
Residential Sales Council
Indiana Chapter CRS

Professional Involvement

2010
Director for Indiana Association of REALTORS
Director for Bloomington Board of REALTORS
Director for Indiana Chapter CRS
 

Susan served on many committees for the National, State and local Association:

NAR—Professional Development, Professional Standards & Communication

IAR—Professional Standards, Risk Reduction, Statewide Board Forms,

BBOR— Professional Standards, Grievance, RPAC Trustee,
Programs, Advanced Education

2009 
Regional VP for Indiana Association of REALTORS
Director for Indiana Association of REALTORS
Director for Indiana Chapter CRS
2008
Immediate Past President of the Indiana Chapter CRS
2007
President of the Indiana Chapter CRS
Director for Indiana Association of REALTORS
2006 
Vice-President of the Indiana Chapter CRS
 
2005
Treasurer of the Indiana Chapter CRS
2004 
Immediate Past President of the Bloomington Board of REALTORS
2003 
President of the Bloomington Board of REALTORS
2002 
President-Elect of the Bloomington Board of REALTORS

Community Involvement
Holiday Toy Drive, Salvation Army Bell Ringing, Senior Citizen Social, Jill’s House
Daffodil Days Team Leader for American Red Cross, Supporter of the Bloomington Breast Cancer Awareness Walk,
Director of Boys and Girls Clubs of Bloomington

Client and Colleague Testimonials

Words cannot express my appreciation for everything you did during the purchase of my condo!---  Jessie H.

Thanks so much for your excellent help in selling our property—We appreciate it!---  Larry and Susan P.

Thank you note to Broker:  Susan is extremely knowledgeable of the area and an excellent real estate agent.  She is also a fine person.  Any employer would love to have Susan represent their company.  You are lucky to have her.  Thank you for her fine services.---William B.

Susan and Kathy have been wonderful to work with.---  Anne C.

Just a note to congratulate you on your outstanding performance.  To represent that number of clients in a year is truly a fantastic job.  On behalf of all of us in Indianapolis, we extend our congratulations to you and best wishes.---H. James Litten, President.  Residential Real Estate Services Division.

I just had to write you a note to congratulate you on the “CRS of the Year” award.  Your expertise and efforts donated to this organization has made a BIG impact.  Thank you.  My Best,---Vicki R.

Thank you for all that you do to make teaching in Indiana such a pleasure.  I always know that if you are going to be there it will be perfect.  Thanks for Everything!—LeRoy Houser