In 1974, Bill Raveis opened William Raveis Real Estate in one room over a grocery store in Fairfield, CT with a $2,000 loan, a desk, a phone, and an MLS book. Fifty years hence, Bill's vision for the company continues to be on family, dreams, and a passion for delivering extraordinary service to customers. William Raveis is the No. 1 independent family-owned real estate company in the Northeast and Florida and recognized, both locally and globally, by industry experts.