Melissa Samar
Real Estate Broker and Agent
for Picket Fence Realty
You have a lot of choices when it comes to qualified real estate professionals. However, one thing to know is that we are not all the same. Below is some information about me that will help you make an educated decision when selecting your agent.
I take pride in the fact that vast majority of my business comes from referrals from past buyers and sellers. Referrals are the highest form of professional references I could ask for!
How I Work
Highlights of how I work
This is a list of some of the ways your real estate transaction will be handled.
I OWN the brokerage
This allows me to handle your real estate needs on a more individualized basis, doing what is good for you, not what is good for the corporation.
Professional photos
I use only professional photographers and drone specialists for your listing. They master lighting and angles for best presentation.
Aggressive marketing
I develop a customized strategic and diverse marketing plan to maximize exposure for your property.
Certified Pricing Strategy Advisor
I am a Certified Pricing Strategy Advisor. There are less than 10 of these in our geographic area.
Limit listings to maximize client time
I take on a limited number of listings so each gets my full attention.
Attention to detail
I help with every detail, from staging to repairs to monitoring vacant homes.
Referral resources nationwide
I believe in operating with the highest level of integrity. Communication and trust is extremely important in the realtor/customer relationship. That’s why my actions will prove to you I operate with:
- HONESTY
- INTEGRITY
- TRUST
My background
As a longtime Florida resident, I love helping others find their slice of paradise here. I enjoy buying and selling real estate both as a hobby and as a profession. I have an abundance of energy and enthusiasm that enables me to get the job done.
Thoroughly enjoying the buying and selling process for my own personal, investment and rental properties, I entered my real estate career in order to share my experiences and to help others navigate the complexities of purchasing and selling real estate. After gaining valuable experience as an investor, then a Realtor sales associate, I finally became a Licensed Real Estate Broker to enhance my skills and to allow me to best serve my customers in a more personalized way.
I earned a B.S. degree from Florida Gulf Coast University in Health Science/Health Administration, graduating Summa Cum Laude. A long career as a healthcare executive gave me valuable experience in contract negotiations, marketing, and working with people from all walks of life. After “retiring” from that role, I obtained my real estate sales license and will spend my time doing a job I love and finding ways to give back to my community.
Originally from the Boston area, I have lived in Florida since 1978, spending some years also in Washington State and in Wisconsin. When not working, I enjoy a wide range of activities. I am active in our local real estate association, serving on several committees that I feel enhance the relationship of Realtors and our local community. As a runner, I founded and direct a local running club and serve as mentor and coach. I enjoy any activity that involves animals, as I have family of furry ones at home and I volunteer at local animal shelters. Living on the Harris Chain of Lakes offers me a place to take a boat ride whenever the mood strikes.
Achievements
- Leading RE Sales Specialist
- Leading RE Marketing Specialist
- Multimillion Dollar Producer from first year of business
- Leading RE Service Specialist
- 2018 Silver Premier Club/Leading RE Referrals Award
- Watson Realty Corp Rising Star Award
- RALSC Rookie of The Year Nominee
- Florida Realtors Association Honor Society 2019
National Association of Realtors Certifications and Designations
- PSA – Pricing Strategy Advisor
- ABR – Accredited Buyer Representative
- HSE – Home Staging Expert
- MRP – Military Relocation Professional
- SFR – Short Sale Foreclosure Resource
- SRES – Senior Real Estate Specialist
- C2EX – Commitment to Excellence
Involment In Our
Community
Realtors Association of Lake & Sumter Counties, Committees: Grievance, Professional Development, Finance, Credentials, Policy
Realtors Association of Lake & Sumter Counties, Board of Directors
Leesburg Chamber of Commerce
Tavares Chamber of Commerce - Ambassador
I welcome the opportunity to help you
Contact me with any questions you might have about buying or selling real estate in Lake County, Florida.