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Michael J. Riley, co-founder of Westcott Properties, Inc. and President of the Acquisitions and Investment Division of the firm, has twenty one years in the industry. He has developed an unerring sense of property value and is truly the professionals professional with exceptional market knowledge, an unparalleled service reputation, and innovative marketing expertise. Michael has managed many different types of real estate transactions; he is famous in the industry not only for successfully navigating residential purchases and sales throughout Rhode Island, Massachusetts and Florida but for effectively handling the sale of commercial real estate as well as coordinating the intricate details of the industrial property sale.
Michael owns several profitable commercial properties making him sensitive to market fluctuations harnessing changing trends to benefit clients and customers. Michael pays close attention to every detail and possesses strong negotiation skills. He creatively and capably guides his clients and customers through the sales process. Michael is rarely surprised during negotiation. He is often quoted as saying, I like stepping up to the plate with more than one strategy, anticipating and overcoming potential problems.
In addition to his in depth knowledge of the marketplace, Michaels solid interpersonal skills are a significant strength. He cares about each of his sales, whether small or large and enjoys working with a diverse group of clients. Listening is most important to him as well as respecting the parameters of the buyer or seller and then doing what it takes to achieve his goals. Based on his many successful years in the industry, Michael has developed a strong client base and a continuously expanding referral network. He strives to make the transition process as smooth and stress free as possible.
Michaels accomplishments are not limited to real estate. Having owned his own amateur team, the Newport Jazz, it is evident he has a true passion for baseball. His involvement ranges from sponsoring talented high school athletes through the Junior Olympics and international tournaments to assisting major league players as they transition back into the mainstream. Hector Ramirez, formerly of the Milwaukee Brewers, Marco Sanchez, formerly of the San Diego Padres and Lisandro Royer of the New York Mets are a few of the players Michael has assisted.
Most recently, Michael provided real estate services to two (2) Red Sox players, Ramon Vasquez and Edgar Renteria. He helped Ramon relocated in Ft. Myers, Florida and secure housing in Boston. Michael has helped Edgar Renteria find housing in Boston. Michael looks forward to remaining active in both baseball and real estate, his two greatest passions.