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Michelle Richard

Licensed as a salesperson in 2010 and Broker Associate in 2012. In 2016, she achieved her long-term goal of earning the esteemed title of Broker/Owner opening Almost Home Real Estate Services. She is licensed in FL and RI. Michelle became licensed as a salesperson in 2010 and as Broker Associate in 2012. In 2016, she achieved her long-term goal, earning the esteemed title of Broker/Owner and opening Almost Home Real Estate Services in the original location of Rhode Island, where she and her husband Chris were born and raised. She practiced in RI, CT, and MA before moving to Cape Coral, FL in 2018. Before her success in real estate, Michelle spent more than a decade in the banking and retail management industries, while simultaneously fulfilling the role of Executive Assistant to the CEO and President of a large, successful company. She also excelled in the role of house manager for a retired military officer with a beautiful, luxury home and a very busy family. Her responsibilities in managing sales, clients, and personnel prepared her for great success as a top real estate Broker. Michelle is an industry leader with a proven track record of sales and exceptional client service and has closed no less than $10M annually in personal sales since 2014. Throughout the years, Michelle has established a network of professionals across the country who have similar backgrounds and statistics. If she is not located in an area to be able to help you directly, she can connect you with agents she has personally vetted to provide you with an experienced and full-time agent who is highly recommended by clients AND peers. Not all licensees have the same standards, experience, ethics, or knowledge. It is so incredibly important to make sure that you are well-represented when it comes to such a significant part of your future. In addition to being a licensed loan originator and loan partner, Michelle continues to enroll in courses that go way beyond what is required, earning several designations and certifications throughout the years. Her vast understanding of and involvement in both the real estate and lending industries are paramount to the guidance she can offer her clients. She is also very much involved in her local community, as noted in her affiliations and memberships.

Interest Rates, Stay or Move?

December 30, 2024 by Michelle Richard
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Interest rates are on everyone’s mind. I have just over $3M in upcoming listings, but not nearly the equivalent in active buyers. In fact, my area has almost 10 months of inventory right now. (Anything more than 6 is considered a buyers market) This is an excellent time to be a buyer, because we have … Read more

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Categories Buying A Home, Real Estate Market Conditions Tags Affordability, Housing Market

How to save $69,000 on a New Construction Home

December 2, 2020December 2, 2020 by Michelle Richard
Almost Home Real Estate Services presents How to save 69000 on a New Construction Home

Proper representation can save your thousands when purchasing a new construction home. Be informed , save money. Protect your assets.

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Categories Buying A Home Tags Affordability, Inventory, Tips

Working with a Trusted Advisor versus a Salesperson

October 19, 2022July 29, 2020 by Michelle Richard
Working with a trusted advisor versus a salesperson presented by Almost Home Real Estate Services

Today we break down the difference in working with a Trusted Advisor versus a Salesperson from recent client experiences.

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Categories Buying A Home, Real Estate Market Conditions, Real Estate Marketing Professionals, Selling a House Tags Housing Market, Tips

My Love-Hate Relationship with Real Estate Horror Stories

January 17, 2025July 20, 2020 by Michelle Richard
My Love-Hate Relationship with Real Estate Horror Stories

Real estate horror stories, although frequently embellished for the sake of a dramatic story, are rampant. It gives true professionals a bad reputation and I have a love-hate relationship with hearing the latest.

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Categories Buying A Home, Real Estate Market Conditions, Real Estate Marketing Professionals, Selling a House Tags FSBO, Housing Market, Purchasing Power, Tips

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