About Mitch Howkins

Mitch, a Rhode Island native who enjoyed a coastal upbringing on the shores of Narragansett and East Greenwich, has an intimate understanding of the local market and the expertise necessary for helping his clients make informed decisions about buying or selling their homes.

Mitch brings a rare blend of expertise to every client relationship through his professional experience in government affairs, wealth management, and commercial real estate. With nearly a decade of professional experience, he has built a reputation for exceptional service, strategic insight, and delivering consistent results for his clients.

Prior to entering residential real estate with Coldwell Banker Realty, Mitch served as Vice President of a consulting and lobbying firm operating out of Boston and Washington D.C.  In this role, he helped his clients secure government funding, navigate complex regulatory environments, and influence legislation across the State, Local, and Federal levels. His deep understanding of government affairs, regulations, and public policy has proven invaluable in guiding home buyers and sellers through high-stakes transactions and regulatory challenges.

Mitch’s additional professional background in wealth management and commercial real estate provides him with a sophisticated understanding of investment strategy, risk management, long-term financial planning, and National trends in both the commercial and residential real estate arenas.

Mitch leverages this diverse background to help buyers and sellers make informed, confident decisions—whether purchasing a dream home or evaluating real estate as part of a broader financial strategy. His ability to navigate legal and regulatory complexities, combined with a client-first approach, allows him to deliver a level of guidance and advocacy that sets him apart in the market.

Today, Mitch is a full-time, career real estate sales associate with Coldwell Banker Realty, focused on advancing the brand’s unrivaled principles and superior client service as a REALTOR® to Rhode Island home buyers, sellers and investors. He is connected to Coldwell Banker’s innovative real estate technology and exclusive lender partnership to help you achieve your real estate goals and dreams, no matter how big or small.

Mitch holds a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Political Science with a focus in Economics from Middlebury College.

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