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Danielle Dublo Szabo's Realtor Page Selling real estate is more than just selling a property. I’m a graduate of St.

It’s about knowing the area, knowing the people, and knowing what it is like to have lived in this area your entire life! I am Danielle Dublo Szabo and have lived in Cleveland my whole life! Joan of Arc in Chagrin Falls, Notre Dame Cathedral Latin in Chardon and Miami University. My husband, Nick, and I are raising our family here in Auburn Twp. I have a Springer Spaniel named Bentley and two kidd

os; Carlina and Colton. I’ve been assisting buyers/sellers move through the real estate sales process throughout Greater Cleveland since 2007. Yes, that means I entered this wild industry when everyone else was running out! Chances are that I’ve worked with someone you know and perhaps even someone in your neighborhood. First-hand experience provides me a unique perspective that is helpful in answering most clients questions about the area. When it comes time helping you sell your home or helping you or someone you know buy their next home, it would be a privilege to work with you!

05/20/2026

Newest Exclusive Home Coming to the Market | Canyon Woods | Kenston School District

$735,000

Beautifully updated and thoughtfully designed, this move-in ready home offers open-concept living and exceptional indoor-outdoor entertaining spaces. Designed with today’s busy lifestyle in mind, the functional floor plan seamlessly blends everyday living with a space made for entertaining!

• Built in 2011
• 4 Bedrooms – all located on the second floor
• 4 Full Baths + 1 Half Bath
• Over 3,000 SF on the first two levels
• Additional 1,400 SF finished daylight lower level
• Open-concept floor plan
• Hardwood flooring throughout the main level
• Great room with gas fireplace, stone accent wall & bright natural light
• Updated kitchen featuring quartz countertops & backsplash, white cabinetry, oversized island, gas cooktop & double ovens
• Fresh paint throughout and updated lighting on the main floor
• Sunroom overlooking the private backyard
• Dedicated drop zone / planning center / homework nook
• Second-floor bonus loft/family room
• Luxury owner’s suite with soaking tub, walk-in shower, dual vanities & walk-in closet
• All secondary bedrooms offer direct bath access, including one ensuite
• Finished lower level with garden/daylight windows & full bath
• Private paver patio with wood-burning outdoor fireplace & built-in gas grill
• Irrigation system
• Spacious 3-car garage with new insulated garage doors
• Extensive landscape lighting
• Invisible fence + backyard illumination lighting
• Second-floor laundry

Reach out for a Private Tour!

05/08/2026

Real estate this time of year looks a lot like contracts at the ballfield, calls between innings, and negotiations from the sidelines.

Between baseball, softball, and flag football—it’s been a season of hustle.

Grateful to be recognized as a top producer, but even more grateful that I get to build this business while being present for the moments that matter most.

Wouldn’t change it for the world.

05/05/2026

UNDER CONTRACT ✨

This one moved quickly — and for good reason.

In just 3 days, we had:
• 8 private showings
• 22 groups through the open house
• Strong buyer activity from serious, qualified buyers

What does this mean for you?

It means the buyer pool is active. There are buyers out there who are ready, willing, and able to make moves when the right home hits the market.

But let me be clear: this didn’t happen by accident.

These sellers put in the work. They didn’t just put a sign in the yard and hope for the best (which, unfortunately, is still happening far too often). They made the investment to properly prepare their home for the market — and that preparation created the activity, the competition, and ultimately the result.

The market will always dictate value.
The buyers will always drive the market.
But strategy, preparation, and proper positioning are what create leverage.

That’s why partnering with the right agent matters.

When my sellers trust the process and follow the strategy, we manage expectations, maximize exposure, and put ourselves in the strongest position to win.

Thinking about selling? Let’s talk strategy first.

And remember- if you read my posts- EVERY STRATEGY is different. That’s what my job is. Create and execute the strategy that is best for YOU.

04/29/2026

Coming this Friday in Stoneridge- Bainbridge / Chagrin Falls- Kenston School District!

A rare opportunity in one of Bainbridge’s best-kept secrets.

This former model home by Payne & Payne Builders blends timeless Old World craftsmanship w/ the ease of limited-maintenance living in a private gated enclave of just 38 homes surrounded by 200+ protected wooded acres in the highly sought-after Kenston Local School District.

Offered at $1,300,000

• 4/5 Bedrooms
• First-floor primary suite in private wing
• Private guest suite w/ separate entrance
• Finished lower level w/ wet bar, wine cellar, theater & gym
• NEW inground pool & hot tub
• Expanded patio, fire pit & outdoor grilling station
• Fresh paint throughout + brand-new carpet

• Major updates including generator, H2O tanks, well pump & water filtration

• True fee simple ownership (you own the home & the land)• HOA-managed landscaping & snow removal!

Luxury, privacy, flexibility & ease—all in one of the area’s most exclusive hidden communities.

Message me if you’d like a private look!!

04/28/2026

Spent my morning in a meeting with .hanna and one thing really stood out:

In today’s world, control of information matters.

Years ago, buying and selling homes was much more direct. Today, so much of that process is filtered through big online platforms that often sit in the middle of the conversation—sometimes making it harder for buyers and sellers to connect with the people who actually know the home and the process best.

The conversation today focused on how to bring some of that connection back.

A few takeaways that hit home for me:

• Sellers should have choices in how their home is introduced to the market—not every home sale has to look the same.

• Timing matters. Sometimes creating intentional strategy and early interest before going “fully public” can create better opportunities.

• Relationships still matter. Technology is powerful, but it should support the process—not replace trust, expertise, and human connection.

• The real estate world is changing fast, and the best professionals are learning how to adapt in ways that better serve their clients.

My biggest takeaway?

The goal isn’t just to sell homes. It’s to create better experiences, better strategy, and better outcomes for the people making one of the biggest decisions of their lives.

Always learning. Always evolving. Always looking for better ways to serve.

04/24/2026

Some weeks just remind me why I love what I do!

This week, two homes went under contract in the Kenston School District—and what made it special wasn’t just the outcome, but how it all came together.

It was one of those “domino” situations where everything aligned exactly the way it was supposed to. I had the opportunity to represent both the buyers and the sellers on both transactions, which allowed for open, transparent conversations from start to finish. With everyone at the table, we were able to thoughtfully navigate each step, making sure every decision worked for all sides.

It’s also a great reminder that it’s not always just about price.

In both of these situations, the sellers were able to take advantage of a pre-market opportunity—focusing not only on price, but on strong overall terms, flexible timing, and the confidence of knowing the deal would make it to the finish line.

On the other side, the buyers understood the value of that opportunity. They were able to purchase before the homes hit the market, take the time to complete inspections, and move forward feeling informed and comfortable—without the pressure of competing offers. In return, they brought forward thoughtful offers and flexibility that made the entire process work seamlessly for everyone involved.

In both cases, the sellers got exactly what they were hoping for, and the buyers found the place that truly felt like home.

Grateful to have been trusted on all sides to help connect the pieces and guide each situation exactly where it needed to go ✨

04/21/2026

Lighting is the first thing buyers feel and the last thing sellers think about.

Before every listing I walk through the house specifically looking at light. Not the fixtures. The light itself. How it moves through the rooms, where the dark spots are, what the photos are going to look like when the photographer shows up.

The sellers who make these changes before we list consistently show better, photograph better, and get more showings in the first week. None of these are expensive. Most take an afternoon.

If you’re getting ready to list this spring this is the walkthrough worth doing before anything else.

04/15/2026

It’s a great time to sell your home—and here’s why…

Despite what you might be hearing on the national news, our local market is telling a different story: inventory is still incredibly low. And when supply is low and demand is high, that keeps us firmly in a seller’s market—which means you are in the driver’s seat.

But here’s what’s even more important (and what I’ve been seeing firsthand all year)…

I’ve been putting buyers and sellers together before homes even hit the market. Not by luck—but by truly understanding what each side needs and connecting the dots. It creates a win-win situation for everyone involved—less hassle, more flexibility, and often a smoother path from start to finish.

In fact, I showed a home today that isn’t even on the market yet… and I’m showing another one tomorrow that I already know is a perfect fit for a family I’ve been working with.

Here’s the part most people don’t realize:
👉 You do not have to be 100% ready to list
👉 You do not have to be fully packed or perfectly show-ready
👉 You just need to know that selling is on your horizon—whether that’s in 1 month or 6

Because when the right buyer comes along—especially in a market like this—they are grateful for the opportunity. And that often leads to:
✔️ Flexible timelines
✔️ Less pressure
✔️ Smoother negotiations
✔️ A deal that works for both sides

The reality is, over the past couple of years, I’ve been putting deals together more than just “listing homes.” It’s about strategy. It’s about relationships. And it’s about knowing how to make the right connections at the right time.

If selling has even crossed your mind, let’s talk. You might be closer than you think—and it might not be nearly as overwhelming as you expect. Really!

04/13/2026

This morning’s conversation with a client was one of those pause and think moments.

We were talking through expectations—what’s realistic in today’s market vs. what I like to call the “unicorn house.” You know the one… checks every single box, needs nothing, perfectly updated, in the ideal location, and somehow still under budget.

And then she said something that honestly stuck with me – quote above!

It wasn’t about settling.
It wasn’t about lowering standards.
It was about understanding timing.

There’s a season for building… and a season for upgrading.

In your earlier years, sometimes the goal is getting in—buying the house that works, that has potential, that maybe isn’t perfect yet. That’s where the vision comes in. That’s where equity is built. That’s where you create the opportunity.

Then later? That’s when you refine. That’s when you take everything you’ve learned and turn it into exactly what you want.

It was just such a refreshing perspective—one rooted in patience, long-term thinking, and a willingness to grow into your next home instead of expecting it to be everything all at once.

Because the truth is…If you wait for the unicorn, you might miss the opportunity that gets you there.

And in real estate (and honestly, life)… the path usually matters just as much as the end result.

04/12/2026

So true… the best transactions are the ones where everything feels easy—because someone behind the scenes made sure it was.

The reality? It’s not luck. It’s strategy, experience, and solving problems before they ever reach the surface.

That’s the difference between just “getting it sold”… and getting it done right. 💪🏼

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Chagrin Falls, OH

Website

http://danielleszabo.howardhanna.com/, http://HomeSweetSzabo.com/

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