As a specialist in Southeast Florida waterfront properties, Coldwell Banker Realty agent Richard Pickerel delivers buyers and sellers concierge-level service, high-impact marketing and unmatched community expertise. Your real estate journey will be smooth sailing with Richard and the Pickerel Team! Richard believes that arming his clients with knowledge is the key to success. As a leisure boater and Fort Lauderdale resident for over 20 years, he is very familiar with local communities, waterfront living and nautical terminology. While finding homes best suited to his buyers’ wants, needs, budget and lifestyle, Richard also points out the pros and cons related to sea walls, docks and other features, ensuring his clients purchase a property that is right for them. He understands the process can be stressful, so he stays in close contact through every step while managing all paperwork and timelines. To bring sellers optimal results, Richard and the Pickerel Team create a comprehensive, custom-tailored strategy that targets the largest possible buyer pool. Five-star digital and print advertising reaches countless potential buyers across hundreds of platforms. Richard’s trusted advice on staging, upgrades and minor repairs increases the home’s perceived value while decreasing days on the market. These tactics, along with skilled negotiation and competitive pricing, ensure top return on investment and a worry-free close. Richard’s diverse professional background gives his clients a unique advantage in today’s competitive market. Earning his real estate license in 2001, he is a member of the Greater Fort Lauderdale and Florida Boards of REALTORS®. Richard is also a licensed property and casualty insurance agent who knows how to protect his clients from unforeseen expenses related to their purchase. For nearly a decade, he has owned a retail franchise and managed a group of profitable businesses, establishing a solid reputation throughout the community. All this experience has taught Richard the importance of going the extra mile, working with clients one-on-one and listening closely to their concerns. Richard has a cheery, vibrant personality that's as bright as the sun and as inviting as the surf. He is an avid traveler and has visited 45 states with his family. When not meeting with clients, you will see him out and about, enjoying the sunshine both on land and sea. A true local expert, he knows all there is to know about Southeast Florida’s waterfront market: “If you can get there by boat, I can sell you the property.”