Rita Freling is an accomplished Licensed Real Estate Salesperson at RE/MAX Plus in New York. Her career has been a remarkable journey, filled with determination and success. Coming from humble beginnings as one of six children to immigrant parents, Rita has always possessed a drive to excel in whatever she pursued, whether it was waiting tables or working as a Realtor. In 1980, during her first year in Real Estate when interest rates were at a staggering 17%, Rita was working two jobs while relentlessly striving to become the best realtor she could be. She would often find herself working until the early hours of the morning at the office after completing her first job. Despite the challenges, Rita's dedication paid off as she emerged as the top performer for Century 21 in her inaugural year, selling an impressive one million dollars worth of real estate. Her outstanding achievements led to an invitation to speak at the Tri-State Convention, where she addressed over a thousand individuals, sharing her secrets to success. Although unsure of what to say, Rita told that group what she told her children every day. " We are so fortunate to live in a country where we can pursue your dreams and have the freedom to pursue any path that we desire... the only thing you have to do is to work hard to achieve it !" Now in her 43th year as a Realtor, Rita still holds true to the principles she expressed to that crowd of people 42 years ago. She firmly believes that hard work, honesty ,knowledge and providing exceptional service to clients are the keys to success in the real estate industry. Over the years, she has received numerous accolades and earned the respect of her peers. The Greater Rochester Association of Realtors has consistently honored her with the Sales Master Award for the past 40 years, recognizing her as one of the top 5% of all realtors nationwide. Additionally, she has been recognized as the "Realtor Associate of the Year" by the Greater Rochester Association of Realtors and served as a co-founder and Secretary of The Woman's Council of Realtors in the Rochester Area. She has recently received the award as one of the Top 100 Realtors in the Rochester area. Rita's commitment to excellence has also been acknowledged by RE/MAX Plus, as she has received the prestigious Platinum Award and has been inducted into the RE/MAX Hall of Fame. These accomplishments are a testament to her unwavering dedication and exceptional performance throughout her career. However, Rita's success extends beyond professional achievements. Through her work, she has had the privilege of forming lasting friendships with many clients who have become dear friends. As a gesture of gratitude, Rita happily donates a portion of every commission check she receives to The Golisano Children's Hospital in Rochester, N.Y. Rita is on the Board of Directors at Highland Hospital in Rochester N.Y. She services Pittsford, Brighton and surrounding towns. Rita Freling's journey as a Realtor has been nothing short of remarkable! Her unwavering work ethic, honesty, and commitment to providing the best service to her clients have been the foundation of her success. As she continues to make a difference in the real estate industry, Rita remains a shining example of what can be achieved through hard work, integrity, and a genuine passion for helping others. Rita credits her achievements to her perseverance, dedication, and expertise in the industry and recent legislations. She genuinely pays attention to individuals, prioritizing her clients over herself in her professional journey. She derives immense joy from witnessing her clients acquire their dream homes.