Choosing real estate as my career came from a deep desire for a life centered around loved ones.
My connection to real estate started long before I ever considered it as a career; it runs in my family. My grandfather was a real estate investor in Manhattan and founded a real estate management company. My father and uncle later joined the business and became property managers themselves. Real estate was always around me—but for a long time, I thought my path would look very different.
In high school, I was an avid golfer and loved everything about the game. I went to FGCU to study professional golf management, convinced that was where I was headed. Then I realized something important: a career in golf management would mean my free time would never line up with my friends or family. Eventually, I earned a degree in parks, recreation, and tourism management from Clemson University. Changing degrees and colleges ended up being one of the best decisions I made—because it’s where I met my wife, Monique.
Drawn to the operational side of things, I entered the family business and became a property manager. For 7 years, I worked behind the scenes, learning homes inside and out. I facilitated repairs, coordinated with vendors, managed rental inventory, and made sure everything ran smoothly. As the main point of contact for the office, clear and concise communication was key. I learned who to call, how to solve problems quickly, and how to keep properties functioning efficiently. It gave me a deep, practical understanding of real estate from the ground up.
Just when Monique and I started preparing to grow our family, COVID hit. It was an especially difficult time to be a property manager in Manhattan. As remote work became the norm, many people left the city. Demand dropped, rents fell, and at one point, people were even encouraged to stop paying rent—while property owners were still responsible to pay their overhead. The financial strain was real, but more than that, it forced me to reflect on the kind of life I wanted as a future father.
I knew I needed a change—something that would eliminate long commutes into Manhattan and allow me to be more present at home. I was still passionate about real estate, and with 7 years of experience as a property manager, transitioning within the same industry made sense. That’s when I decided to get my real estate license.
Fast forward to today, I’m a proud father of two daughters: Azalea, who is 4, and Aria, who is 2. I still love golf and often enjoy meeting clients on the course—it’s a great way to connect. What real estate has given me, beyond flexibility, is the opportunity to build genuine relationships. Many of my clients become friends, and those connections mean the world to me.
Since 2022, I have had the privilege to call Ridgefield my home, an amazing town with friendly, welcoming people. It honestly feels like something out of a Hallmark movie, and I’m grateful that this is where life landed us.
Years of experience in property management have given me a sharp eye for evaluating homes and strong leadership skills. From the very first meeting, I focus on what matters to my clients—their goals, priorities, and lifestyle needs. When touring properties, I help them stay grounded by assessing how each space functions for them, whether the layout makes sense, and how the location fits their day-to-day life.
Clear, consistent communication is central to my approach. I check in, not only to explain next steps but to listen and adjust as priorities change. I also work with a trusted network of vendors who support clients from start to finish, keeping everyone aligned and organized throughout the process. Having grown up in this area, I know the community well. Above all, I prioritize doing what’s right for the client. Buying or selling a home is a major endeavor that can present many challenges, and my goal is to anticipate and confront each one that comes up.
Sincerely,
Zach Zweibon
