”Casa Latino” Arrives in Danbury! Connecticut

“The real estate business in Connecticut has a new player. Casa Latino, LLC, an exciting new real estate agency has opened its doors in Danbury.

The real estate agency was created by local real estate and mortgage professionals to serve the Hispanic community in a way they’ve never been served before.

Company co-founder and President Edwin Rivera has been catering to the varied needs of this community for many years. Over the last few years he has assisted hundreds of families with life insurance needs, financial planning and mortgage financing. “Edwin is intimately aware of the cultural differences presented by a diverse Latino population” said co-founder and current CEO Robb Heering, the Southbury attorney who founded and still leads Fortune Lending Group, LLC, a $100 million dollar residential and commercial mortgage company. He added “Edwin has great leadership skills, a grasp on the local market, and a sincere dedication to the Hispanic community.” Heering, whose 20 year career in real estate began as a real estate attorney for UPS headquarters, has spanned every aspect of the business, including real estate law, commercial and residential mortgage financing, and real estate brokerage, said “just saying ’se habla espanol’ is not good enough. These families need professionals who can properly advise and assist them in achieving the dream of home ownership.” Heering commented that “These clients represent a powerful sector of the market. They should be treated with the respect they deserve. The fact that some can’t document assets or income is a cultural phenomenon, not a crime. We strive to negotiate fair real estate prices and we assist our buyers in obtaining appropriate financing….whether through our affiliated mortgage company or with any bank or mortgage company of the buyers’ choosing.”…”

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