Renee Moussally Has Her Customers’ Backs

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Being able to find a good REALTOR® can be a hassle. There are so many variables that can come into play, including finding that compatibility between the parties. While thinking about the process entailing multiple evolving parts to assess, what happens when it becomes a challenging situation? Can a REALTOR® make a difference in what happens through the process?

The answer is “yes,” if that REALTOR® is Renee Moussally of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Commonwealth Real Estate Team, based in the East Greenwich Business District and licensed in RI, MA, and CT. Moussally specializes in clients who are going through a serious life event: a divorce, a relocation, downsizing a loved one into a nursing care facility, or one of the many other reasons for a necessary move. It often becomes very stressful, not only for the person, but also for their families and relatives.

However, Moussally has the tools to make what could be tumultuous into relatively smooth sailing. It comes down to listening to her clients and helping where she can.

“It is never easy when someone has to pick up and leave for whatever reason,” said Moussally.

“To be successful, it takes plenty of compassion and patience to see the process through. Real estate is in my blood, and I have dealt with people who are facing all types of issues. All they want is to make the best of a pivotal point in their lives,” she continued.

To that point, Moussally understands that feelings can determine such outcomes. It’s challenging on many levels, but finding common ground on any potentially-contentious issues is very important. That levelheaded experience comes from being kind and patient, according to Moussally.

From there, any remaining problems can be mitigated.

What can buyers and sellers do to provide the best deals for themselves? Removing clutter and other debris from the property is one important step toward making its appearance more appealing. That includes cleaning out the garage, storage area, and even the shed, so people can picture themselves moving into their new home. Perhaps, showing part of the home and showcasing the better parts of the property could be a winning strategy.

Another point Moussally makes is to be certain of the room dimensions. A new home can turn into a problem if, for example, the new furniture does not fit through the doors. Knowing what to expect before signing the paperwork and picking up the keys are vital to preventing such headaches.

It’s not something many buyers or sellers think much about during the process, but Moussally insists on knowing the property thoroughly to avoid problems.

“I make it a point to make sure the buyer has the sizes of each room before they get to the closingtable,”Moussally said. “It’s all about the details; the little, minute partsthat can pose big problems and embarrassment if they are not addressed early enough.”

Moussally mentioned real estate as being in her blood. That comes from her family, who were investors in the industry. Her parents owned properties and she would eventually follow suit. The experience left an indelible mark on what she wanted to do with her career. Wanting to helppeople is amajorreasonwhy she wanted to stay in the industry. Moussally’s feelings stem from loving what she does and her readiness to help her clients succeed in the process.

“This is where I want to be,” Moussally said. “I still love what I do and love helping people. I am grateful for friends and returningcustomersbecause they enjoy the home-buying/ selling process.”

As a Luxury Specialist, Moussallyalsohelpsthose clients who are buying or selling luxury homes. She has a true understanding of affluent buyers and sellers and uses her superior market knowledge to ensure a smooth transaction.

She is currently a one-REALTOR operation. Moussally said that she plans to hire several new REALTORS® in the coming year. That would have a greater impact in betterserving the region.

Moussally is the proud recipient of the 2021 President’s Circle award for being Top 6% of the Network, and now proud recipient of the 2022 Chairman Circle Goad award for being Top 2% of the Network. In addition,

Moussally is the recipient of the 2023 Professional Excellence award, featured by RI Monthly. All of these great achievements are proof of how hard Moussally works for her customers, and thatrealestate is truly her passion!

Her office is located on 39 Main St., in East Greenwich. More details about Renee Moussally and her services may be found by visiting her website at www.ReneeSellsRI.com.

For a no-obligation consultation, please contact her at renee.moussally@ commonmoves.com or 401-499-9049

Heart of Rhode Island Networking Serves the State

by Mark Berger

An idea created last spring has turned into a state-wide phenomenon bringing business professionals together to meet and expand their businesses.

That is the backdrop to Heart of Rhode Island. This monthly event takes place at Plant City in Downtown Providence and enables people to find new customers.

Heart of Rhode Island Co-Founder Debra Honor said the idea came from wanting to provide professionals with an outlet to succeed.

“I have always been someone who likes to put on events,” said Honor. “The Heart of Rhode Island just came to me as a result of good timing and a need for people to meet and connect. It started small and had exploded into something wonderful.”

Honor said the program began at Insperity with Co-Founder Natalie Delmage as a test site. They wanted to test its viability. The initial event drew a dozen people, so there was interest, Honor said. From there, a meeting with Plant City owner Kim Anderson provided Honor with the venue that currently resides the event.

Delmage agreed the idea had plenty of potential.

“Our goal is for members to make new connections each month as they gain a deeper understanding of each other’s businesses. This group includes people from various industries and functions. We are seeking to add value for each other,” she said.

The event’s name comes from someone who said Honor is, “the Heart of Rhode Island” in reference to her hosting such meetings. That was her hope going into this, Honor said.

“I live by the adage, ‘if you build it, they will come’ from the movie ‘Field of Dreams’. The Heart of Rhode Island has become a community for business referral partners to connect and grow. Several clients and deals have happened from people attending. Not only have we had a bunch of people come from all over the state, we have also had people coming from Massachusetts and Connecticut attending. It has been a wonderful few months for this group,” she said.

The Heart of Rhode Island logo came from a local vendor, according to Honor. She tapped Creative Director Mark DaPonte and Owner Lynette Allaire of Mirage Design to create the piece. Their work was what they envisioned to make their message seen, she said.

For those who have not yet attended this event, meetings are held upstairs with a large room ready with snacks and beverages. People sign in and meet other guests. Midway through the meeting, everyone gathers in a circle and gets the chance to introduce themselves. They can explain who they are, what they do and how people can help them. Business cards and contact information are then disbursed.

Honor looks to expand the event in 2023. She recently mixed things up at recent meetings by implementing “speed networking”. That meant people sitting together and sharing their thoughts on business and how each can help the others. Honor said that often starts the conversation and also helps break the ice for people who may not know one other.

“I am very excited how quickly this has grown,” she said. “We average around 40 people per meeting. The word-of-mouth advertising has really helped the event expand. The upcoming year is going to be fun to see how this works.”

One company gets a little longer to speak. That opportunity is reserved for that month’s Event Sponsor. That representative has a chance to further educate the public about their company. Besides Plant City, other companies that have been sponsors included Workforce Ready Solutions and New York Life

Honor said she is looking forward to any business that is eager to either sponsor or co-sponsor. Some other benefits include, mentions on LinkedIn four weeks before the event and again prior to the event. More information can be found by contacting Debra.

Delmage said she has been impressed with the turnouts.

“We’re very proud to the community we are building with this group,” she said “There are so many valuable connections and opportunities to help one another succeed.”

Debra works for Human Interest, a company devotes toward helping small and medium-sized businesses offer low-cost, high quality retirement plans to their employees.

Natalie works for Insperity, a company dedicated to harnessing the power of strategic HR to improve business success. They have grown from two people sharing a one-room office to a $4.3 billion company with more than 90 offices across the U.S. since 1986. Their local office is inside the Citizens Bank Building in Downtown Providence.

For those looking to join Debra and Natalie, they will be at Plant City, located on 334 South Water Street in Providence, on Wednesday, April 26th, Wednesday, May 24th and Wednesday, June 21st. The Heart of Rhode Island runs from 8:30 AM to 10:00 AM. Anyone may register on Eventbrite now to secure their spot for these meetings.

More information about The Heart of Rhode Island can be had by contacting Debra Honor at 508-498-6497 or debra.honor@gmail.com.

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