Real Estate in Fairfield County, Connecticut
Serving Fairfield County & New Haven County, Connecticut
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Rick has called Fairfield County home since relocating from out-of-state as a child along with his family. Educated at the University of Connecticut, he has since lived and worked in both Fairfield and New Haven Counties, giving him a strong level of familiarity with and commitment to the diverse communities of southern Connecticut.
Now, as a real estate professional with Century 21 Scala Group, Rick enjoys drawing from the analytical and strategic planning skills of his prior career in software engineering and combining those with state of the art technologies to deliver superior results for his clients in the shortest possible time. His goal is to minimize the stress level for buyers and sellers by quickly and efficiently overcoming the challenges and complexities of their real estate transactions, helping them to enjoy the process rather than fear it.
Tenacity, attention to detail, and outstanding communication are the hallmarks of Rick’s business style, which translates into smooth, hassle-free transactions for and lasting relationships with his customers.
Richard Hoefle, CENTURY 21 Scala Group
Mobile Phone: (203) 769-6198
Office Phone: (203) 374-9451
Email: Richard.Hoefle@century21.com
A real estate agent is a professional who assists in the buying and selling of properties, and has obtained a real estate license to do so. To become a real estate agent, professionals must pass a state examination after taking the required coursework. Although licensing requirements vary by state, the average real estate agent will have completed 30 to 90 hours of coursework, and must become knowledgeable about local, state and national real estate laws and practices. Depending on the state, agents are often required to continue their education and renew their licenses every one to two years.
A Realtor is a real estate agent who is an active member of the National Association of Realtors (NAR). Founded in 1908, the NAR is the largest trade association in the United States. Active real estate agents who would like to join the organization must have a valid real estate license and an immaculate professional conduct record. All Realtors are required to adhere to an extensive Code of Ethics, so consumers may feel at ease knowing that they are working with agents who are thoroughly vetted and have sworn to uphold certain professional standards.
According to the NAR, about half of all real estate agents in the United States are certified Realtors. Many real estate agents choose this path because the organization actively works to protect the interests of its members. As a trade association, the NAR has strong bargaining power in both state and federal governments. This influence can be used to obtain better legal protections and benefits for Realtors and their clients across the country.
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MLS #: 170365391
Asking Price: $539,000
Beds: 4 Baths: 3.5
Size: 3,730 ft²
Lot Size: 2.61 acres
Sold For: $539,000
Sold 11/5/2021
MLS #: 170240598
Asking Price: $229,900
Beds: 4 Baths: 1.5
Size: 1,811 ft²
Lot Size: 0.21 acres
Sold For: $225,000
Sold 3/20/2020
MLS #: 170433184
Asking Price: $544,900
Beds: 4 Baths: 3.5
Size: 3,730 ft²
Lot Size: 2.61 acres
Sold For: $555,000
Sold 11/8/2021
Our real estate professionals understand the inner workings of property buying and selling processes. Agents will guide clients so that they may be confidently prepared to navigate any real estate transaction!
A professional will know the in’s and out’s of local markets, including comparable properties, market trends, amenities, and crime rates. Agents help determine prices that are fair and competitive, respective to the market and property!
Real estate professionals serve as a buffer between clients entering a negotiation or sale. Acting as the middlemen during the negotiation process, agents often help keep waters calm between buyers and sellers.
Real estate professionals maintain a network with other professionals and specialized clients. Agents can provide you with references, as well as help connect you with interested buyers or sellers!
Although it is highly recommended to use an agent, it is definitely possible to work autonomously, and without the help of a real estate professional. Those willing to put in the time conducting research and performing due diligence, can certainly experience success in their endeavors.
Unless you are prepared to buy a home with cash, the first and most important step of the home buying process is to Pre-Qualify for a mortgage loan. Getting pre-qualified shows a buyer’s seriousness in purchasing a home and may be the competitive advantage you need when bidding for your new home against other, less-qualified buyers.
Pre-qualification requires that the buyer provide their lender with some basic information such as:
We can arrange to have this done for you free of charge. By getting pre-qualified you are also telling your agent how to make strategic, educated recommendations on the best deals for a new home!
Get Familiar With New Listings
Our agents regularly see new properties come to market. Allow us to do the leg work and we can find you the perfect home!
Get Matched With an Agent
Our Real Estate agents will are all knowledgeable, however each agent with Fairview Futures has a particular specialization that can help them understand and help clients who also have their own specialized goals!
Setup a Personal Tour
Stay ahead of other buyers! Call or book online to tour any of our properties with your own agent or a Fairview Futures Team Member.
Make an Offer
Ready to make an offer? Great! Your agent’s mission is to ensure that you are satisfied at the end of the deal. We will tell you when to walk away and when to jump in and make an offer!
Close Quickly and Easily
Your agent will guide you through the closing process quickly and easily so that you can move into your new home immediately!
The National Association of Realtors (NAR) created the Code of Ethics as an enforceable set of ethical guidelines that realtors must uphold, and are strictly enforced by real estate boards. It states realtors’ duties to clients and customers, the public, and to other realtors, which are more limiting than state guidelines.
The Code of Ethics is made up of 17 articles that cover different areas of professional standards of practice that must be upheld. Articles one through nine make up a Realtor’s duty to their clients and customers. Articles 10 through 14 state a Realtor’s duty to the public. And Articles 15 through 17 define a Realtor’s duty to other Realtors.
To become a real estate agent, professionals must pass a state examination after taking the required coursework. The average real estate agent will have completed 30 to 90 hours of coursework, and must become knowledgeable about local, state and national real estate laws and practices. Agents are also required to continue their education and renew their licenses every one to two years.
2020 National Association of Realtors (NAR) Code of Ethics
The following are summaries of the ethical duties realtors promise to abide by:
Article 1: Protect the best interests of the client.
Article 2: No misrepresentation, exaggeration, or hiding facts about the property at hand.
Article 3: Realtors should cooperate with each other unless it’s not in the best interest of the client.
Article 4-5: Disclose any personal interest in a property.
Article 6-8: No recommending services for a kickback or collecting money under the table. Keep client funds separate from your own.
Article 9: All documents pertaining to the transaction should be presented to the buyer/seller in understandable terms
Article 10: No denying services on the basis of discrimination.
Article 11: Provide clients with competent services only within a Realtor’s professional scope.
Article 12: No false or misleading advertising.
Article 13: Don’t break the law.
Article 14: Cooperate with the Realtor board’s investigative proceedings if charged with a violation.
Article 15: No false or misleading statements about other Realtors.
Article 16: Don’t solicit clients that have already signed an exclusive listing agreement with another Realtor.
Article 17: Contractual disputes will be mediated or arbitrated by the Realtor Board.