About — Meet Our Team

The People Behind
Colonial Realty

Our licensed Massachusetts agents combine deep local knowledge, genuine care, and modern tools to deliver outstanding outcomes — for buyers, sellers, renters, and investors across the Commonwealth.

10 Licensed Professionals Greater Boston & MA 15+ Years Combined Excellence 7-Day Availability
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Leadership

Our Leadership Team

The experienced professionals who built Colonial Realty Associates and continue to lead it with integrity and client-first values.

Patrick Arone
Broker / Owner

Patrick Arone

Broker / Owner

Patrick founded Colonial Realty Associates in 2009 with a single goal: make real estate genuinely client-first. With 20+ years in the Greater Boston market, he leads with expertise in residential sales, rental markets, and investment properties across the Commonwealth.

Residential Sales Rentals Investment Properties Multi-Family First-Time Buyers
MA License #9506982
20 years experience
500+ deals closed
$180M+ volume
Service Areas: Brookline · Newton · Cambridge · Boston · Waltham · Watertown
Anne M. Collins
Senior Sales Associate

Anne M. Collins

Senior Sales Associate

Anne is a top producer at CRA with 12 years in the Boston real estate market. Her meticulous approach to transactions and deep knowledge of Brookline, Newton and Cambridge make her the agent of choice for discerning buyers and sellers.

Luxury Residential Buyer Representation Seller Strategy Condominiums New Construction
MA License #9508441
12 years experience
300+ deals closed
$95M+ volume
Service Areas: Brookline · Newton · Cambridge · Chestnut Hill · Needham

Our Agents

The Full CRA Team

Every agent is Massachusetts-licensed, fully insured, and dedicated to giving you the knowledge and advocacy you deserve.

Marcus Reid Relocation
MA License #9512203
Marcus Reid
Relocation Specialist

Specialises in out-of-state and international relocations to Greater Boston. Guides clients through remote tours, digital applications, and local market orientation.

Relocation Corporate Housing Remote Buying
7yr
Experience
150+
Deals
$42M+
Volume
Sofia Park Investment
MA License #9514890
Sofia Park
Investment Specialist

Expert in multi-family acquisitions, 1031 exchanges, and portfolio building across Greater Boston. Helps investors identify undervalued assets and maximise ROI.

Multi-Family 1031 Exchange Investment Analysis
9yr
Experience
220+
Deals
$68M+
Volume
James Oliveira Sales
MA License #9517654
James Oliveira
Sales Agent

First-time buyer specialist serving the South Shore and Quincy. Known for his patient, educational approach and deep knowledge of the buyer process in competitive markets.

First-Time Buyers Residential Sales South Shore
5yr
Experience
110+
Deals
$38M+
Volume
Priya Mehta Rentals
MA License #9519230
Priya Mehta
Rental Specialist

Priya is our rental market expert, helping tenants find apartments across Greater Boston — from luxury studios to 5-bedroom student houses. Fast, organised, and deeply knowledgeable about the September 1st market cycle.

Apartment Rentals Student Housing Landlord Placement
6yr
Experience
400+
Deals
Volume
David Chen Sales
MA License #9521009
David Chen
Sales Agent

David brings a background in finance and data analysis to the real estate world, helping buyers evaluate properties with rigorous market data. Fluent in Mandarin, he is a trusted resource for Boston's Chinese-speaking community.

Data-Driven Buying Suburban Markets Bilingual Service
4yr
Experience
90+
Deals
$32M+
Volume
Rachel Nguyen Rentals
MA License #9522810
Rachel Nguyen
Rental Specialist

Rachel specialises in helping students and young professionals find their first Boston apartment. She knows the Allston-Brighton market inside out and helps renters navigate broker fees, lease terms, and guarantor requirements.

Student Housing Young Professionals Lease Negotiation
3yr
Experience
180+
Deals
Volume
Tom Walsh Sales
MA License #9524601
Tom Walsh
Sales Agent

Tom grew up in Dedham and has spent his career mastering the South Shore and MetroWest markets. He brings a laid-back style and a ferocious work ethic — clients say he's the first to answer calls and the last to leave a closing.

MetroWest South Shore Single-Family Homes
8yr
Experience
195+
Deals
$58M+
Volume
Lisa Fernandez Operations
MA License #9526340
Lisa Fernandez
Client Services Manager

Lisa is the operational backbone of CRA — coordinating transactions, onboarding clients, and making sure every deal moves smoothly from offer to closing. Bilingual in English and Spanish.

Transaction Coordination Client Onboarding Bilingual Services
5yr
Experience
600+
Deals
Volume

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Why CRA

What Makes Us a Great Team

Our culture isn't on a poster — it's how we show up for clients and each other, every single day.

All Licensed & Insured

Every agent holds a current Massachusetts real estate licence and maintains full E&O insurance coverage.

Continuous Education

Our agents complete ongoing CE credits, NAR ethics training, and internal market briefings every quarter.

7-Day Responsiveness

We answer calls, texts, and emails 7 days a week — because real estate opportunities don't wait for Monday.

Multilingual Team

Our agents collectively speak English, Spanish, French, and Mandarin — serving Boston's diverse communities.

Ready to Work with the CRA Team?

Whether you're buying, selling, renting, or investing — one of our agents is ready to guide you every step of the way.