The Rife Group - Compass RE

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  Nicole Marcum Rife

  Realtor

  Award-winning Realtor® Nicole Marcum Rife is a dynamic force in the Greater Philadelphia Region real estate market. With more than a decade of experience, she's known for guiding clients to the successful sale and purchase of some of the finest homes in the region. Nicole has counseled every type of buyer and seller, including first-timers, seasoned pros, builders, savvy investors, well-known professional athletes, music industry professionals, and titans of business. Nicole also works closely with individual and corporate relocators by tapping into her own experiences of moving around the country. She's an Accredited Luxury Home Specialist, and her love for the art of negotiation ensures every client gets the best possible deal. Backed by her top-ranked team, The Rife Group at Compass, clients can rely on exceptional collaboration and talented support. Before real estate, Nicole worked in advertising, marketing, and sales roles in the hospitality and healthcare industries. Today, she leverages that background by offering a creative and innovative approach to exceeding every client's unique real estate goals. Nicole is a devoted supporter of dozens of local causes and nonprofits. Nicole and The Rife Group are the exclusive Realtors® of Business Clubs America which is owned and operated by legendary Ron Jaworski. When not hard at work, she loves being with her husband, Kent, and their two puppies, Bella and Dexter.

  Certifications:

  Link: Nicole Marcum Rife

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  Rayna Baizman

  Realtor

  Expert Greater Philadelphia Region Realtor® Rayna Baizman is a skilled and confident guide for both buyers and sellers. Brought to the profession by her own experience as a buyer and investor, she delivers a hands-on approach that uniquely caters to each client's specific real estate goals. Rayna is a devoted and responsive professional offering a no-nonsense, no-pressure attitude. Clients consistently praise her extensive industry know-how and her seemingly endless patience. Rayna's willingness to explain the entire process and to provide candid feedback earns her clients' trust and loyalty, and for her, the ultimate reward is the satisfaction of knowing she's exceeded their expectations. Prior to real estate, Rayna bolstered her business acumen and people and communications skills in roles in pharmaceutical sales and financial services. Today, she's a proud member of the award-winning Rife Group at Compass, named one of the top teams in the country by The Wall Street Journal. Born and raised in the Philadelphia area, Rayna resides in Lafayette Hill. She holds a bachelor's degree in finance from the University of Pittsburgh, and in her free time, she enjoys exercising, cooking, reading and spending time with family and friends.

  Education:

  Link: Rayna Baizman

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  Cesar Garcia

  Realtor

  Cesar Garcia has a keen eye for client value which has earned him a reputation for his relentless and tireless commitment to achieving clients’ goals. With more than 7 years of experience in selling real estate, he applies his market knowledge, economic insight, and understanding of the industry to provide unparalleled value to all of his clients. A graduate of Temple University, Cesar earned a degree in Business with a concentration in Marketing. Approachable and genuine as well as tenacious and savvy when it comes to negotiations, Cesar will guard your real estate financial investments with the utmost integrity and honesty throughout each transaction. A proud member of The Rife Group, he specializes in serving clients throughout Main Line neighborhoods and the Greater Philadelphia region. Above all, Cesar is a doting husband and father. Cesar and his family reside in Lower Merion Township. A Puerto Rico native, he is fluent in Spanish and his children attend the French International School of Philadelphia, underscoring his ties to the area's strong international community. Cesar’s experience includes selling real estate in New York City and Miami where he prided himself on fighting for his clients and getting the job done.

  Education:

  Link: Cesar Garcia

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  Patrick Haydt

  Realtor

  After working in the real estate industry for three years at the age of 22 Patrick purchased his first home. Being a part of the process taught him more than he could ever expect about the real estate industry. The knowledge Patrick gained as a first-time home buyer is put to use with other buyers in helping them through all of the processes of their largest purchase. Being a proud Philadelphian makes it easy for Patrick to sell the city and surrounding suburbs. Working with him is a one-stop shop, you are also getting his five years of experience. Patrick has recommended vendors from home inspectors, mortgage lenders, contractors, etc. At your fingertips. In addition, you will also be getting the support of Compass which happens to be one of the most established companies in the industry.

  Link: Patrick Haydt

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  Michael Howard

  Realtor

  Whether diversifying your investment portfolio or selling your childhood home, real estate is one of the largest financial ventures of our lives. Buying and selling property tends to be a stressful process for many, however, Michael Howard is here to make your next transaction both seamless and successful. Michael’s vast background in sales, leasing, marketing, business development, and accounting has prepared him for a successful real estate career. After obtaining his undergraduate degree in Accounting at the University of Delaware, Michael pursued his MBA in Finance at Drexel University. He aided in the sale of Prudential Real Estate Affiliates Franchise and most recently served as President of American Executive Centers. His career has been extensively oriented around the real estate and finance industries, providing a seamless transition to becoming a Realtor®. Having lived in Philadelphia for 35 years, Michael brings a wealth of knowledge to the real estate market in Center City. Above his local awareness, Michael’s biggest strength is his ability to relate to his clients and deeply understand their unique needs. With an unrivaled work ethic and a focus on servant-leadership, Michael is here to help you achieve your real estate goals. When he isn’t expanding upon his impressive resume, Michael can be found enjoying all that the historic City of Brotherly Love has to offer. Two of his favorite local restaurants are The Saloon and Zahav. Additionally, he loves to stay active and is often biking, hiking, swimming, or kayaking. Connect with Michael today to explore your next opportunity.

  Education:

  Link: Michael Howard

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  Meredith Rohner

  Real Estate Salesperson

  Link: Meredith Rohner

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  Maria Zolezzi

  Realtor

  Making Your Real Estate Dreams, Reality. This is Maria's goal, and she achieves it though an innate desire and passion towards getting people to the next chapter of their life combined with a dedication to her clients founded purely on loyalty, honesty, trust and determination in achieving top value for their home. Maria's clients develop a sense of comfort and ease knowing that one of the biggest decisions in their lifetime is being handled with care and fine detail and by a reliable and efficient real estate agent. As a third generation Realtor®, Maria not only understands the emotional and financial importance that comes with buying and selling your home, she has the experience and resources that enable her clients to make well-informed, fact based decisions during the process. As an additional resource, if you are a doctor, nurse, firefighter. first responder, police officer, teacher military (active or non-active) Maria donates a portion of her commission BACK TO YOU through her Homes for Heroes Realtor® Affiliation! Maria services the Philadelphia Metro area as well as its surrounding suburbs including Montgomery County, Delaware County, Bucks County and Berks County. Maria graduated from Sacred Heart Academy and then attended Northeastern University and Hofstra University.

  Education:

  Link: Maria Zolezzi