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Melissa and her husband Jimmy Richardson are both Charlotte Natives and have been selling Real Estate in the Carolinas for many years together.  Melissa is a full-time Realtor in North and South Carolina.  She has been selling Real Estate in the Carolinas since 1999. Her experience can save you time and money. Melissa has a Bachelor’s Degree in Business and a Master’s Degree in Counseling. Melissa has a passion for helping people and will make your home buying or selling process stress free. You can be assured she will be honest, genuine, and professional and will listen to what your needs are. 

Jimmy is a licensed General Contractor and  Realtor working with Melissa on the Melissa Baker Team. Jimmy’s experience with over 30 years in the building Industry provides valuable expertise with all components of home construction and what a home needs for both buyers and sellers. He is well versed in building codes and structural integrity, that will give clients security in knowing all the details are covered in this very important investment.

She and Jimmy have built and completely remodeled many homes; therefore, she can put their experience to work for you.

*Extensive experience in New Home Construction and Home Remodeling.

*Experienced with both first time and repeat buyers and sellers in all price ranges including Luxury Homes.

*Extensive experience working with Veterans and Veterans United.

*Extensive knowledge of the home Mortgage process and can help you obtain the loan that fits your exact needs.

* Luxury Home Certified
* All 4 Quarter VIP

* H. Allen Tate Jr. Award

*Presidents Circle.

*Top 100 Producer out of 2000 Allen Tate Agents since 2012

*America's Best Real Estate Agent (Top 1.5% of Nation) since 2015 Awarded by Real Trends and The Wall Street Journal

Call Melissa for a free Market Analysis of your home or to get qualified to buy a new home.

Team Members:
Jimmy Richardson
Erin Sumner

Malissa Dennis

 


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