Tom Rao

Real estate runs in the Rao family. In fact, Tom Rao’s first summer job was working at a family-owned parking lot – a property that later became the site of the Providence Place Mall! In 1987 he became a full-time Realtor. Since then, he’s helped hundreds of Rhode Islanders “find their way home.”

Tom grew up in Providence and built his business there, but he never forgot his childhood summers in the City by the Sea. When the time was right, he moved himself and his business to Newport and has never looked back.

Before joining Hogan Associates, Tom worked with ReMax where he won numerous awards for integrity and high achievement. He’s a tireless worker and never gives up. As a result, he has an extensive network of friends and customers across the state.

When he’s not working, Tom takes the time to give back volunteering at Meals on Wheels, supporting the Children’s Miracle Network and donating blood on a regular basis.

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Office Location: 129 Bellevue Ave., Newport

Brian’s and Rebecca Dougan

From the very first conversation we had with tommy regarding our interest in buying a home, he was nothing less than outstanding. He made it extremely easy (and exciting too!). There were a few times that we wanted to set up a showing ASAP, and he made it happen the same day to our astonishment! He was honest and I always felt like I had an advocate on our side during the showings and during the buying process. He was always reachable by phone, text or email. During the inspection process, there was a potential issue with the piping and tommy knew exactly who to call to come out and take a look and the plumber was there within 24 hours. It is examples like this that make me feel extremely satisfied with the entire process and in choosing Tommy. I would without question recommend tommy to my friends and family when buying a home he was exrremenyl thoufhtful after our closing and gave us a very nice gift card to a local establishment near our new house. Hogan associates-you have a very special broken working for you and you should be very proud!!

Pam & Steve Parker, Newport, RI

Tom was referred by a good friend of ours and I like the fact that he lives in Newport and knows the local market. Tom was great! He was very good about communicating key information throughout the process, especially since the listing agent wasn't very involved in the transaction. He even met the HVAC guys at the condo for us since we live out of state. We would definitely use Tom's services again and are looking forward to having him as our new neighbor!

Paula DiRaimo, Providence, RI

Tom's demeanor was professional and confident, which made me feel that I made the right choice to have him list my property. His knowledge and expertise made the process of selling my house easy to understand and stress-free. Remarkably pleased!!

Deb Sieger, Newport, RI/Lyndhurst, NJ

When I first met Tom Rao it was during a very emotional time for me. I had cared for my uncle in his home while he was in hospice care and was then traveling back and forth from NJ to RI to settle his estate. I had finally realized that selling his house was the best decision as I did not have the expertise to do the needed renovations myself. It was my childhood home as well and where I had grown up in a loving extended family with my mother, my grandparents, and my uncle. Tom and I met and made a plan. He was very knowledgeable and made the process seem easy. I'm sure I wasn't the most difficult client he ever had but neither was I the easiest. Tom was patient and understanding with me through my panic attacks and indecisiveness and helped me set time lines and goals to counter my procrastination. Once I finally committed to a date for the house to go on the market, it sold within days at above the asking price. Tom was my rock through the whole process. Thank you, Tom!

Jennifer C, Newport

Tom Rao made the selling process simple and easy. He was easy to get in touch with and answered the many questions we had along the way. I would not hesitate to recommend him to anyone in need of real estate services!

Nick P (Newport, RI)

Tom Rao was always accessible and reliable during the process from our initial point of contact to signing a rental lease and beyond. Tom was flexible with accommodating our schedules and availability (out of state move), and always courteous and professional. Tom is personable and made the process straight forward. Would gladly recommend to others and plan to work with Tom again in the future!

Ben Cusano,Providence,r.i.

Dealt with Tom before would highly recommend him to anyone Very good too work with Went very smoothly Didn’t deal with any one else Tom is very knowledgeable,patient and cares about his clients!

Brenda, Newport, Rhode Island

Tom was very cordial and always professional in his manner of speaking and in general. It was a pleasant experience, overall.

KGB, Newport, RI

Tom did an exceptional job and handling what was a long and protracted sale with seller occupancy beyond the closing date.

Alexandra Leste, Newport

It was such a pleasure working with Tom. He helped out in more ways than we could have asked and was able to get us the perfect place! I will absolutely be asking Tom to please assist in properties again in the future. In addition, he helped my boyfriend and I reach our goal of lowered monthly rent closer than what was proposed in lease agreement, which made everything a much more pleasant experience. He also made the moving process easier on us by having certain furnishings removed from the apartment we had asked before signing and upon move-in date. Lastly, Tom quickly set-up a showing the day after I showed him the listing. With Newport having high demand and low supply for rentals on the market it made all of the difference. I have to say this was absolutely the most easiest and less stressful rental search and lease agreement I've ever experienced here in Newport.

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