Melanie York

Get your ducks in a row first—talk to a lender and get that pre-approval before you fall in love with a house. Around here, the good ones don’t sit long, so you’ve got to be ready to move when the right place comes along. Also, focus on what really matters to you—space, location, schools—because there’s no such thing as a “perfect” house, but there is a perfect fit for your life.

Price it right the first time and make it easy for buyers to picture themselves living there. Clean it up, declutter, maybe slap on some fresh paint if needed, and keep it show-ready. I’ll bring the market data to back up pricing, but at the end of the day, the market tells us what it’s worth. The goal is to get you top dollar without sitting forever or chasing buyers.

All kinds—first-time buyers who are scared to death, investors who know exactly what they want, families moving up, folks downsizing after 30 years in the same house, and everyone in between. Every client’s situation is different, and I treat each one like it’s my own move.

All kinds—first-time buyers who are scared to death, investors who know exactly what they want, families moving up, folks downsizing after 30 years in the same house, and everyone in between. Every client’s situation is different, and I treat each one like it’s my own move.

I spent over a decade in education before making the jump. I wanted something where I could still help people but also build a career for myself and my family. Real estate ended up being the perfect fit—I get to guide folks through one of the biggest decisions of their lives, and I love it.

I spent over a decade in education before making the jump. I wanted something where I could still help people but also build a career for myself and my family. Real estate ended up being the perfect fit—I get to guide folks through one of the biggest decisions of their lives, and I love it.