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V.K. [Mel] Melhado PA
ABR, CIPS, e-PRO, GRI, TRC
The Preview Naples Group of Premier Sotheby's International Realty is a team of highly seasoned, skilled and well educated real estate professionals with a total of many years of experience. Led by team leaders V.K. [Mel] Melhado PA and Marlene G. Suarez, each member of the team is dedicated to making the buyer or seller experience unlike any previous real estate transaction.
Mel moved to Naples 20 years ago, originally hailing from the North Shore of Boston where he had a career as an on-air radio personality and owned several businesses. A former Marine and the "public address voice" of the Boston Red Sox for spring training, he prides himself in his strong work ethic, which has served he and the team well in his real estate career.
Working with Premier Sotheby's International Realty, a top award-winning real estate firm in Naples, he and the team have an outstanding track record providing clients with unprecedented knowledge that helps them make an informed decision. "When you are an informed buyer or seller, you'll make the best decisions for the most important purchase or sale in your lifetime", Mel says. That's why his goal is to keep you informed about trends in the marketplace utilizing the very latest tools and technology available.
OUR MISSION STATEMENT: Throughout the entire process of the real estate transaction to keep the customer fully informed and following completion that they be left with an amazing experience, one that they feel compelled to share with friends, family and people they care about.
Marlene G. Suarez
ABR, e-PRO, GRI
Marlene moved to Naples 20 years ago, originally hailing from New York where she was successfully working in the fashion design world. Matching people to the homes they dream of is what brought Marlene into the world of real estate. With Marlene's expert communication skills, (she is fully fluent in Spanish,) and knowledge of the Naples Real Estate market, her integrity and dedication to her clients, she makes sure that the property they are interested in will make a wonderful investment for now and in the future.
Marlene and Mel partnered to form the Preview Naples Group at Premier Sotheby's International Realty and have built a tremendously successful team of experienced agents dedicated to making either the buying or selling experience unlike anything they've experienced prior.
In Marlene’s words, “I absolutely love what I do and look forward to helping our clients achieve their slice of paradise”.
Krista Harris
Krista's commitment to exceed client expectations, her excellent follow-through, her tireless work ethic and innate understanding of the transaction process has earned her the trust and respect of the many clients that she has served. Krista is a constant source of assistance and advice.
She is always extremely helpful without being intrusive...persistant without being pushy...and always displays a great sense of integrity and professionalism. Her knowledge of the local markets is impressive and she is always willing to go the 'extra mile' for her customers.
Her dedication to detail ensures that the home buying experience will be a pleasure as well as a success.
Testimonials
"Mel was my realtor when I sold my home in Naples. He was absolutely terrific! He was so helpful and went above and beyond the duties provided by any other realtor I've ever done business with. I only wish that I could have taken him with me for the properties I purchased out of state. Mel spoiled me and continues to be helpful and extremely knowledgeable. I trust what he tells me to be the truth..."
-Patsy Reeves, professional artist,, Naples, Florida
"We have worked with "Mel" and Marlene over the years because of their excellent work ethic and total commitment to our needs. They are tireless workers and true professionals in every sense of the word. We would gladly recommend them to anyone interested in either buying or selling real estate in the greater Naples, Florida area..."
-Ed & Edie Andrew, retired President The Andrew Corporation, Chicago, Illinois
"Simply the best! My husband and I have worked with other agents over the years and never have we seen realtors perform the quality of services that Mel and Marlene do. They go well beyond the norm and that is what puts them squarly a cut above the rest..."
-Tammy Jones, UPS Manager, Naples, Florida
"For me, one of the key components of a quality real estate professional is attention to even the smallest of details. "Mel" is as detailed oriented a person as you could find. He has helped me with numerous investment purchases over the years, with a keen eye and goal of building my portfolio. It has been a real pleasure working with him, not only as my real estate agent, but also my friend..."
-James Pratt, Estate Manager, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
"We were first introduced to V. K. Melhado, "Mel" and the Preview Naples Group on our first trip to Naples by very good friends of ours. We had asked them for a recommendation for a Realtor with extensive knowledge of the higher end single family homes in the greater Naples area. We were impressed by the vast amount of knowledge that he had with regard to the specific market that we were seeking. We didn't buy on that first trip, but did on a subsequent visit. "Mel", working with his team of professionals, found us the perfect home and kept us well within our budget. It will be a pleasure to refer him to anyone we meet who, either now or in the future, might be looking for property in Naples..."
-Jerry & Marsha Mailhot, Political Consultant, San Diego, California
"Coming from the U.K., we were a bit apprehensive when we first looked at property to purchase. "Mel" helped to put all our fears aside, and demonstrated his wonderful ability to communicate with us as foreigners, unfamiliar with U.S. real estate customs. After several successful purchases through him, he and his team have established a pipeline to England for our friends and clients to purchase investment property from him..."
-Steve & Cindy Allison, Mortgage Broker, Warwickshire, England
"Mel" and Marlene are wonderful to work with. They sold my home in record time at the full asking price, and I was thrilled at how smoothly the transaction took place..."
-Liza Guistizia, CPA, Alphretta, Georgia
"Thanks to you for all your help, patience and advice the last couple months. Barb and I could not be happier that we found you and appreciate all the time you spent with us during our house hunting trip. The closing went as smooth as possible and we look forward to a long and properous relationship..."
-James Peltason, Partner Tax Service, Chicago, Illinois
