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Deirdre Hecht is an outstanding real estate agent!
We viewed 22 homes across five golf communities in Florida, and she made the whole process smooth, focused, and even fun. She helped us find exactly what we were looking for, a perfect fit. Negotiated well below the asking price, took care of key repairs, and connected us with trusted local professionals. We’re now enjoying a beautiful second home, in a Sarasota TPC golf community for our Florida winters—something we never could’ve done on our own. We highly recommend connecting with Deirdre if you are in the market – everything was seamless.
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- Linda
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Deirdre did an outstanding job assisting in the sale of my late mother’s home. She displayed a combination of care, understanding and professionalism in all facets of the sales process. I cannot say enough good things about Deirdre and highly recommend her.
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- tstucchi5
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I had a great experience buying with Deirdre! She was super helpful, easy to communicate with, and really knew the market. From finding properties to negotiating, she made the whole process so much smoother than I expected.
I ended up just a mile from the beaches and so close to downtown Newport and everything it has to offer — shops, restaurants, and that classic coastal charm.
If you're looking for someone reliable, I’d definitely recommend Deirdre. Thanks for all the help!
-Julie
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- Julie
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Bought and sold a Single Family home in 2026 in Attleboro, MA.
My wife & I are so grateful to have been connected with Deirdre for our home selling/home buying experience! She was amazing from our first introduction. She shared her knowledge, made us feel comfortable and heard every step of the way and was always one phone call away. When we started discussing putting our home on the market, she guided us through each step and provided insight on the best time to put on the market. She helped us prep for the open house and gave us great advice to maximize our value in the home. After the open houses, Deirdre explained each offer and what each offer entailed. She answered every question we had. When the initial buyer fell through, she stepped up. Deirdre started making phone calls to find the solution and she delivered. Within an hour or so, she came to us and gave us our new options which basically got us back under contract with our new buyer in the matter of hours and never missed a beat. Throughout the rest of the process, she carried the weight and got us to the finish line a week earlier than anticipated! When it came to purchasing our new home, she was also always right there. We walked the property; she kept every question we had in the back of her mind and always got every answer for us (she was always paying attention). When it came time to put the offer in, she made us feel so confident in our decision. Throughout the buying process, she always provided updates and what we needed to do next between inspections, walk throughs and whatever else that needed to be done. She genuinely cares about her clients and it shows up in her work! We will recommend her to any family/friend or stranger, she is a great person to have in your corner when going through this process!
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- ryantwohig1
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On behalf of our family, I want to thank you for the outstanding work you did in representing us. You always kept us informed and your diligent work ethic made the sale a very smooth process. Further, your pleasant disposition was always notable and highly appreciated.
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- David
About Deirdre Hecht
Deirdre Hecht is a passionate now Broker, Realtor® committed to helping clients achieve their homeownership dreams. With expertise in MA, RI, and FL markets, her 17-year Retail Banking background adds a unique advantage to real estate transactions. Deirdre specializes in First-Time Buyers, Probate & Estate Sales, Second/Investment Properties, Divorce Transactions, and Senior Real Estate needs. She leverages extensive training, top-tier partnerships, and the cutting-edge resources of REMAX to ensure smooth, seamless transactions.Born in Massachusetts, Deirdre relocated to Newport County, RI in 2018 and made a second home investment o the West Coast, FL in 2023. She is part of REMAX Professionals of Newport and Preferred Properties of Venice, Inc, aligning with over 40 years of industry experience. Through these affiliations, she offers access to a powerful industry leading global referral network, enabling a connection of clients to respected real estate professionals worldwide.
As a member of the State-Wide MLS, MLS PIN and Stellar MLS, REMAX Worldwide Network, National Association of Realtors, and The Newport County Board of Realtors, she stays at the forefront of industry knowledge and resources. She additionally has been designated a Senior Real Estate Specialist® (SRES®), Short Sale & Foreclosure Resource (SFR®), Resort & Second Property Specialist (RSPS®), Pricing Strategy Advisor (PSA®) and REMAX Golf Lifestyle Designee.
When not working with clients, she enjoys volunteering, golfing, networking and spending time with her family and rescue dogs.
For buying or selling inquiries, connect with Deirdre and let’s @Smoothsailingre to you next home destination!
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