Rita Lee is the broker and owner of Rita Lee and Associates Realty Group in Asheville, North Carolina. With a career spanning 18 years, Rita has established herself in the real estate industry. Specializing in residential real estate for buyers, sellers, and investors, Rita finds great joy in assisting first-time home buyers, guiding them through the process, and providing the necessary resources to achieve their homeownership goals. She takes pride in helping families who previously believed homeownership was out of reach, handing them the keys to their very first home. Rita's accomplishments have been recognized through her publication in Carolina's Spark Magazine and her inclusion in the prestigious Who's Who Women in Business in 2022. Additionally, she has consistently been a top producer for the past seven consecutive years. Having been a part of the real estate and property management industry in Buncombe County since 2006, she has extensive knowledge of this market as a native of the area. She is eager to comprehend your personal needs, advocate for you, and devise innovative solutions to any challenges that may arise. If you are feeling frustrated with the process of staging your house for showings, she is there to provide guidance and support. Rita's greatest sense of accomplishment stems from clients reaching out to her months after the closing, expressing how the final outcome exceeded their expectations. It brings her immense satisfaction when clients choose to hire her again or refer their friends and family members to her services. Rita is affiliated with the National Association of Realtors and the National Association of Real Estate Brokers. She attributes her success to the unwavering support of God, her husband, and her family. Additionally, Rita served as a member of the Selection Committee for Habitat for Humanity International and now appointed to the Asheville City's Affordable Housing Committee. Outside of her professional endeavors, she spends quality time with her husband, children, and extended family. In addition to being actively involved in their church community, Rita and her husband volunteer as basketball coaches for seventh and eighth graders. They also strive to find solutions for financially disadvantaged children who aspire to be part of the team.