Diogenes Ruiz
Welcome! I believe that buying or selling a home should be a stress-free and rewarding experience. Throughout my career, I’ve learned that trust is the cornerstone of every successful real estate transaction, and that’s exactly what I’m here to provide.
When you choose me as your agent, you can feel confident knowing that your best interests are always my top priority. I am committed to giving you dedicated, personalized representation every step of the way. Unlike some agents, I do not engage in dual agency – my sole focus is on advocating for you and your unique needs. When it comes to the purchasing or sale of your property, I will be your strongest advocate. This is especially critical as we navigate offers and prepare to close.
For Sellers: I’ll help you avoid the common mistakes made by sellers and less experienced agents by establishing a strategic pricing plan, preparing your home to sell quickly, and maximizing your return.
For Buyers: I provide dedicated and exclusive representation to help you avoid costly purchasing mistakes. I’ll guide you through the top five most common and expensive pitfalls in property buying, ensuring you make well-informed decisions.
When it comes time to make important decisions, I’m here to step up to the plate and swing for the fences on your behalf. If you’re looking for a committed, trustworthy agent who will work tirelessly to help you achieve your real estate goals, I’d love to be part of your journey. Let’s connect and discuss how I can assist you.
919-412-8224
diogenesruiz@live.com
B.S. Architecture, 1981, City College of New York (CCNY)
Licensed North Carolina Real Estate Broker
Member North Carolina Association of Realtors
Member Raleigh Regional Association of Realtors
Member Triangle Multiple Listing Service
Board Member of the North Carolina Master Chorale
Recipient of the 2016 David J. McBriar Collaborative Ministry Award
2001 Entrepreneurial Spirit Award
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Testimonials
“Diogenes was an immense help to us in finding a home we love. He navigated what could have been a very stressful process of buying and quickly selling our home with ease. He was able to answer all of our questions promptly and give us recommendations throughout that we knew we could trust. He was very on top of scheduling us lots of home showings and when it came time for us to put an offer on a house he did an amazing job negotiating for us which led to us getting our offer accepted. He then did so much for us in selling our home, from helping us get it fixed up, taking pictures, and getting it under contract in less than two weeks! We could not recommend him more to anyone looking to buy or sell a home in the Triangle!”
– Alexandra Craig
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He gets to the point quickly yet professionally, always respecting the client’s time. He does a great job of listening to her client’s needs and does not waste time showing properties which do not meet the client’s objectives.
He is extremely responsive to questions, often responding immediately to our late-night emails. He shows great attention to the details enabling the transaction to get done. I have the highest level of confidence in him. Our transaction went very smoothly and we closed on time.
– Eduardo Neri
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“We were so fortunate to have Diogenes as our realtor for the sale of our home of 25 years. He patiently guided us through the process with his expertise and knowledge. Diogenes made it so easy for us to ask our inexperienced questions and he always knew the correct path to take. We were never inconvenienced by potential buyers, thanks to his skillful scheduling. We whole-heartedly recommend his services!”
– Jane Paris
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“I have bought and sold several homes before but realized I still had many questions. Diogenes is the perfect realtor as he goes with you at your speed, leaves no stone unturned and ended up saving me a lot of money, both in asking me critical questions as well as the sellers realtor one the home went under contract. Diogenes is always upbeat/smiling and incredibly optimistic. During what can be a stressful experience (buying a home/moving), Diogenes brings a great energy/spirit that makes the process fun. Through this process, Diogenes has become a friend, not to mention my 6 year sold daughter, Kallie Mae, adores him. Thank you Diogenes. Will use you moving forward and share with anyone I meet.”
– Chris Damico
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“Although words will not adequately represent the depth of our gratitude and satisfaction with his performance, it is none the less our pleasure to recommend Diogenes Ruiz, of Umstead Realty. These observations are based on our experience with him as the realtor who assisted us in selling our house in Wake Forest this past summer.
Diogenes worked with us for several months as we prepared our home for sale and moved through the actual process of the sale. He took time to learn what was important to us. He was always available when we had questions and concerns.
His approach was methodical and organized, enthusiastic and supportive. He provided research, information and advice to help us make important decisions in a timely manner. He answered all our questions and reached out to additional resources when he felt we could use them.
As a result, our house sold quickly, and for more than our asking price. And since we had already moved out of state, Diogenes then helped us smoothly complete the sale process remotely.
Thank you, Diogenes!”
– Paul and Marcy Henehan
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“Diogenes was a fierce advocate for me during the home buying process. He knew all the right questions to ask, and gave me good insight when we were looking at homes. He told me to go with my gut, and never made me feel bad about dragging him to all kinds of properties that I ended up not liking. When I finally found a house I wanted to buy, Diogenes got me the first available showing appointment. The rest is history. Diogenes was meticulous in his attention to detail, and was an excellent resource.”
– Allison W.
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“While in the process of selling an estate home, Diogenes Ruiz of Umstead Realty made the experience straightforward and smooth. Mr. Ruiz was very helpful in explaining the process and preparing the home and grounds for the sale. He was in constant contact with us, letting us know the progress of the sale and the upcoming steps that needed to be taken. The complete process of the sale met and exceeded our expectations, and we would recommend Umstead Reality to anyone selling or buying a home in the area.”
– Steven and Julie I.
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“Being a first time home buyer, I was anxious about finding and buying a home, but Diogenes was there every step of the way, keeping me informed and advocating for me. He helped me take advantage of a tax credit program for first time home buyers that I did not even know existed. He went above and beyond every step of the way. His availability, flexibility, and dedication are a few of the many reasons I could not have asked for a better agent. Thank you for finding me a house that I love and can now call home!”
– Taylor
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“Diogenes Ruiz is an excellent resource for any and all information related to the home-buying process. Being a first-time home-buyer, I had absolutely no knowledge or experience in this area. Diogenes walked me through every step of the way, keeping me informed about the next steps at every point in the process so that I always felt prepared. He was available day or night for any questions and was incredibly resourceful, always meeting any complications with solutions. Diogenes was also exceedingly understanding, patient, and flexible regarding my unconventional schedule and very particular taste.
Because of Diogenes’ expertise and constant support, I felt well-informed and comfortable making the important, necessary decisions throughout this process. He consistently went above and beyond, sending me suggestions and recommendations about specific ways to improve the process and make it as stress-free as possible. It truly was as simple and easy as it could have been, and I am so grateful to Diogenes for helping me find and purchase my dream home!”
-Morgan