My Experience is your Benefit

My Mission

To Exceed My Client's Expectations Every Time!!

I have been successfully serving my clients for over 36 years in Verona and the West Essex area.  Repeat business and referrals from past clients is a large part of my success.  My philosophy has always been to keep the needs and best interests of my clients my priority throughout the process of selling or buying Real Estate.

Keep reading to hear what past clients are saying about Rick Lodato....

Rick was great. He was knowledgeable and very easy to work with. He was prompt and responsive to all the questions and concerns we had as first time home buyers. He was there with us through every step of the process, and we really felt he was genuine and honest with us through out all the ups and downs. Highly recommend dealing with him over the others in the Verona BHHS office.

Rick was very knowledgeable about all aspects of Real estate. Very honest and works extremely hard to bring buyers and sellers together to finalize a deal. Remains completely informed through entire process from original listing date through closing. Would highly recommend.

Rick made my first home buying experience an enjoyable one. His deep knowledge of the local market was a tremendous asset to us. He understood what I was looking for and consistently followed up with me without being overbearing. While showing properties, Rick pointed out aspects of each home, both good and bad, that I wouldn't have noticed on my own. I felt extremely well represented by Rick and knew that he always had my best interest in mind. I've also had friends who worked with Rick in the sale of their home and they felt Rick did a great job marketing their property and closing the deal.

"Continuing The Tradition of Excellence since 1986"

Why Choose Me?

Rick and his team are highly respected professionals who deliver results with 100 percent customer satisfaction.

What the Rick Lodato Team delivers that nobody else does?

• Experience and Expertise
• Marketing with the latest tools and technology
• Pricing your home right
• Staging consulting assistance
• Customer Satisfaction from listing to closing

Education

• I have taken many Real Estate Courses over the past 35 years and received many designations:
• CRS - Certified Residential Specialist (National Recognition) Only 5% of all realtors qualify for this designation
• CRB- Certified Residential Broker (National Recognition)
• GRI - Graduate of the Realtor Institute (New Jersey)
• SRES - Seniors Real Estate Specialist (National Recognition) 
• ABR - Accredited Buyer Representative
• Government Certified Relocation Specialist
• These designations require experience as well as full time dedication to the Real Estate profession.

• Professional Background
• I have been licensed since 1986 and have been serving the Verona and the West Essex area as a full time Real Estate Broker.
• After being top salesman and manager at Citrano Realtors for 9 years, I then opened Lodato & Co. Realtors in 1994. After running a successful Real Estate office for 14 years, I then decided to merge with Prudential New Jersey Properties in Verona.  As the Top Marketing Agent in the West Essex Verona Office from 2009-2024 for Prudential New Jersey Properties, I have proven to be a leader in the real estate market.
• I joined Coldwell Banker Realty Montclair & West Essex in November 2024 so that I am able to serve Montclair, Verona and the entire West Essex area.

    The combination of my knowledge, dedication and experience along with the advanced 

            resources of Coldwell Banker give my clients an advantage in today’s market

Your Coldwell Banker Realtor in Montclair / West Essex area

                               "Continuing The Tradition of Excellence since 1986" 

2009 Thru 2018 Top Marketing/Listing Agent in the West Essex Office of Prudential NJ / Berkshire Hathaway

2013 Ranked among the top 10 Prudential New Jersey Properties agents in the entire state of New Jersey 

CRS -Certified Residential Specialist. 

Certified Relocation Specialist

SRES- Seniors Real Estate Specialist

ABR- Accredited Buyer Representative

I have been a resident of West Essex for over 45 years. I also have over 36 years of Real Estate

experience in West Essex                                      

Specialties

Representing Sellers and Buyers in West Essex, Morris and Passaic Counties since 1986

Expert Marketing plan for Sellers

First time buyers

Senior Citizens (SRES) Seniors Real Estate Specialist

Relocation Certified

Single Family Residential, Condominium, Multi Family

Community Involvement

Executive member of the Verona Chamber of Commerce. I also support the local school organizations, Fire Dept. Police, Rescue Squad and St. Jude.

Professional Associations

2012 President - West Essex Board of Realtors

Member of Garden State Multiple Listing System

Member of New Jersey Multiple Listing Service

Member of the Realtors National Marketing Institute (RNMI)

National Association of Realtors (NAR)