Esteban Rivera

The fulfilling joy of seeing a person’s reaction to their future home—that’s why I’m in this business. My name is Esteban Rivera, Broker of Premier Key Realty, and my goal is to make your real estate transaction as stress-free as possible.

When I’m not spending time with my family or riding my motorcycle, I’m working hard on providing my clients with information—keeping them up to date with all the options available and advising them on making the best choice for their lives.

In 1989, I came to the United States as a teenager from Puerto Rico. After settling in east Orlando, I joined the Army as a helicopter mechanic. It was my duty to take apart and reassemble the helicopters as a Black Hawk Crew Chief for intermediate maintenance in the 82nd Airborne Division, Aviation Brigade, C Company. My love for machinery inspired me to study electrical engineering at Valencia through VA, where I earned my Bachelor’s degree. My interest in investment properties and desire to work with people is what brought me to real estate—and my knowledge of handling many working parts was a plus.

My journey with the housing industry began with my own start-up, Rivera Foam and Trim, Inc, where I helped homeowners bump up their curb appeal on a dime with architectural foam. Then I decided to transition from assisting homeowners to helping create homeowners. I began working in real estate in 2016 and have earned the following certifications:

• C2EX (NAR Commitment to Excellence),
• SRS (Seller Representative Specialist),
• ABR (Accredited Buyer Representative),
• ACE (Accredited Closing Expert),
• NHCB (New Home Co-Broker),
• CIPS (Certified International Property Specialist),
• CRB (Certified Real Estate Brokerage Manager),
• C-RETS (Certified Real Estate Team Specialist),
• AHWD (At Home With Diversity)
• e-Pro Certification
• Platinum Key (Broker Excellence in Professionalism),
• Gold Key (Excellence in Professionalism),
• MRP (Military Relocation Professional),
• SFR (Short Sale Foreclosure Resource).

Whether you’re a veteran, first responder, a first-time home buyer, looking to purchase a vacation rental or investment property, looking for a second home, residential or commercial—my objective is to ensure you’re happy with your decision.