Ruth Demetriou
Ruth Demetriou is a highly experienced and dedicated real estate professional, 2019 served as the President of the South Queens Chapter of the Long Island Board of Realtors and owner of Best Team Realty. Fluent in Spanish and Greek, Ruth brings over 25 years of expertise in New York City real estate, including residential short sales, multi-family properties, estates, mixed-use developments, and commercial real estate. She has successfully helped more than 1,000 clients achieve their dream of homeownership, consistently prioritizing her clients’ best interests throughout every transaction.
A CPA outside the U.S. with a background in Business Administration from Baruch College, Ruth has built her career on a foundation of rigorous training and professional development. She holds multiple certifications, including Short Sales & Foreclosures (SFR), Performance Management (PMN), and is a licensed Notary Public. Ruth has regularly attended trainings and conventions through Century 21, REMAX International, the Women’s Council of Realtors, and the National Association of Realtors, staying at the forefront of industry best practices.
Ruth’s career began with General Development Corp and progressed through Century 21 Metalios and Remax Metro III Queens, where she quickly became a top-performing agent. Over the years, she has developed a reputation for her deep market knowledge, negotiation skills, and commitment to client education. In her leadership role with LIBOR, Ruth fosters community support through educational events and networking, demonstrating a passion for both professional excellence and giving back to her community.
• Short Sales & Foreclosures
• The Road to Ethics & Short Sales
• Team Training
• Performance Management (PM) Network Designation
• Commercial Real Estate & Basic Real Estate Appraisals
• Buyers’ Agent
• Internet Technology For Real Estate
• Certificate Program
• Homesite Products
• Mortgage Broker 101 (22.5 hrs)
• Auctions & Foreclosures
• Basic Commercial Real Estate
• Managers Advanced Training
• Universidad Inca Garcilaso de la Vega- B.Sc.
• Baruch College
• National Association of Realtors (NAR)
What do you attribute your success to?
I attribute my success to the strong values instilled in me, my genuine love for helping others, my passion for what I do, and my ability to connect with clients in three different languages. My father was my mentor and greatest inspiration—he taught me to strive for excellence and to always pursue my goals with integrity. He also supported my sister, Dr. Fabiola Salazar Leguía, former Congresswoman of the Amazonas region in Peru, who tragically passed away in 2008 in a car accident while serving her country. Fabiola was a compassionate and dedicated leader, deeply committed to uniting political groups and improving the lives of impoverished communities throughout her region and across Peru. Her transparency, integrity, and unwavering dedication to public service left an enduring legacy. Her example continues to inspire me to pursue success with the same compassion and determination—to serve others, earn their trust, and make a positive difference in people’s lives.
What’s the best career advice you’ve ever received?
To be ethical and perform with integrity.
What advice would you give to young women entering your industry?
To be independent, Creative, acquire deep knowledge thru education within their field and perform their duties with integrity and compassion.
What are the biggest challenges or opportunities in your field right now?
Changes the way we used to do business in the past, nowadays the technology made our life easier to work. As a result, we must continue with the updates and continuing education not to be left out. Artificial intelligence is a plus.
What values are most important to you in your work and personal life?
Our fiduciary duty is to our clients as a result integrity & ethics is a must within our business and personal Life.