Richard Breed

Richard Breed

Branch Manager/Vice President | Connecticut CHFA Mortgage Specialist NMLS #704369

4.96
472 reviews

 

Highest Customer Service Ranking within Total Mortgage as per Experience.com
Highest ranking 4 years in a row! (Click here to see my reviews)

Highest Production Ranking for CHFA – First time Homebuyer Loans within Total Mortgage

Out of the entire State of Connecticut for CHFA- First time Hombuyer Loan production. (well over 12K Loan Officers in the State)

Number of total units within Total Mortgage

Total production within Total Mortgage

 

Award-Winning Mortgage Loan Officer | CHFA Specialist | Customer Satisfaction Leader

Richard Breed is a Branch Manager and Vice President with Total Mortgage Services, specializing in Connecticut Housing Finance Authority (CHFA) mortgage programs, first-time homebuyer financing, down payment assistance, and residential mortgage lending.

Richard has built his reputation on two things....helping homebuyers navigate the mortgage process and delivering an exceptional customer experience.

 

Customer Satisfaction Excellence

Richard has earned Total Mortgage's highest customer satisfaction ranking for four consecutive years, an accomplishment he considers one of his proudest professional achievements.

With a 4.96 out of 5 customer review rating and hundreds of customer reviews, Richard has established a reputation for personalized service, responsiveness, clear communication, and dedication to his clients.

For Richard, customer satisfaction is more than an award....it's a reflection of the time, attention, and commitment he brings to every mortgage transaction. He believes that every borrower deserves exceptional service, regardless of the size or complexity of their loan.

 

CHFA Experience & Recognition

Richard is an experienced Connecticut CHFA mortgage specialist who has helped numerous first-time homebuyers take advantage of financing programs offered through the Connecticut Housing Finance Authority.

His areas of expertise include CHFA Time to Own, the CHFA Down Payment Assistance Program (DAP), FHA financing, conventional mortgages, and other first-time homebuyer programs.

In 2025 alone, Richard originated 41 CHFA mortgage loans totaling approximately $12.8 million, earning recognition as Total Mortgage's leading CHFA originator in Hartford County.

Richard's extensive knowledge of CHFA guidelines, income qualifications, down payment assistance programs, and mortgage underwriting helps borrowers understand their financing options and navigate the homebuying process with confidence.

Whether helping a first-time buyer qualify for CHFA assistance or working through a more complicated mortgage scenario, Richard is committed to finding financing solutions that fit each borrower's individual circumstances.

 

A Personal Approach to Mortgage Lending

Richard believes that choosing the right mortgage professional involves much more than simply finding a competitive interest rate. Experience, communication, accessibility, and trust are equally important.

From the initial pre-approval through closing, Richard works closely with his clients, real estate agents, and other professionals involved in the transaction to help ensure a smooth mortgage experience.

He takes particular pride in being accessible to his customers, explaining complex mortgage guidelines in understandable terms, and providing honest guidance throughout the homebuying process.

His goal is simple....to make sure every customer feels informed, confident, and well taken care of from beginning to end.

 

States Served & Mortgage Licensing

Richard serves homebuyers and homeowners throughout Connecticut, including Hartford County, West Hartford, Farmington, Avon, Simsbury, Glastonbury, and surrounding communities.

In addition to Connecticut, Richard provides residential mortgage financing in other states where he is licensed, assisting customers with home purchases, refinancing, conventional financing, FHA loans, VA loans, and other available mortgage programs.

 

Licensed States: CT, FL, SC, MA, ME, NH, VT and RI

 

Contact Richard Breed

Whether you're purchasing your first home, exploring CHFA down payment assistance, refinancing an existing mortgage, or purchasing a home in another state where Richard is licensed, he welcomes the opportunity to help you explore your financing options.

I had a great experience working with Richard Breed and his team at Total Mortgage. Richard was efficient, accommodating, knowledgeable, and resourceful throughout the entire home-buying process. He took the time to understand my financial situation and helped match me with the best mortgage option that worked for me financially. The process went surprisingly smoothly, and I truly appreciated how helpful, responsive, and supportive Richard and his team were along the way. Buying a home is a big step, but they made the experience feel much less stressful. I’m grateful for their guidance and all their hard work in helping me get into my new home. I would absolutely recommend Richard and his team to anyone looking for a mortgage lender who genuinely cares about finding the right fit for their clients!

Natasha V.

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Buying a house for the first time in CT is extremely competitive and stressful. There is so much that goes into it and there is a lot to learn. Richard Breed and Total Mortgage made the whole process 1000X easier and I cannot say it enough how happy I was to choose him and his team. From the start, Richard was extremely helpful and knowledgeable, but at the same time made you feel like you'd known him your whole life. I think what impressed us most was just how available he always was. It didn't matter what day it was, even on weekends, he was always incredibly quick to respond and happy to answer whatever questions we had. Not once did we feel like we were bothering him. I really can't thank Richard enough for everything he did for us. You can tell he cares about the people he works with, and that makes all the difference. I cannot wait to recommend him to all of my friends who buy houses in the future.

Evan S.

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Angela V.

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The breed team was truly amazing to work with the home buying process is very daunting and confusing, yet the team was always there to answer questions and always happy to help with anything. I cannot recommend them enough.

Julian C.

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Highly Recommend. Richard and the team at Total Mortgage could not have been more helpful in the process. Quick responses, quick solutions. I will tell everyone I know to use them. This isn’t my first home but it is my best experience where I had no complaints. They also worked well with realtor and lawyer. I’d give 6 stars if I could.

D H.

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Bridget's patience is abundant and greatly appreciated! This refi was a difficult one due to the repairs that had to take place and the very slow pace at which the contactor was completing the project. Bridget was kind, understanding, informative and accommodating throughout the entire process. I will definitely be referring anyone I can to her and will always bring my business right back to her whenever possible. Thank you, Bridget, for being my voice of reason and my sounding board throughout the entire refi. I couldn't have done it without you!

Julie S.

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Fantastic experience, fast communication and pre-approval.

Brandon K.

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I highly recommend Total Mortgage! Their loan process was straightforward, organized, and easy to follow from start to finish. The team was always available to answer questions, explain each step, and keep us informed throughout the entire mortgage process. Their program made what can be a stressful experience feel simple and manageable. Thanks to their guidance, we were able to move through underwriting and closing with confidence. If you’re looking for a lender that provides excellent communication and an easy-to-understand path to homeownership, Total Mortgage is a great choice!

Ana M.

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Richard is extraordinarily helpful and knowledgeable. He responds timely to any questions and is very thorough and detailed in his explanations. Most highly recommended!

Claire

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Richard and his team at Total Mortgage were absolutely amazing throughout my fiancé and I first time home-buying process! Richard went above and beyond to answer all of our questions, even responding to our million questions on a Sunday. He was always patient, knowledgeable, responsive, and made what could have been a stressful process feel so much easier. We truly felt supported from start to finish and couldn’t have asked for a better mortgage team. Highly recommend Richard and Total Mortgage to anyone looking to purchase a home!

Saudia G.

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