Melissa is a modern-day real estate professional born and raised in Woodbury, Connecticut. Her educational journey began at Cornell University where she earned her bachelor’s degree in Floriculture and Ornamental Horticulture.
Following her academic pursuits, Melissa lived in Germany and Spain for three years which broadened her horizons on diverse cultures and markets. Upon her return, she settled in the Capital Region, where she raised her three children and launched a successful business endeavor with The Pampered Chef.
In 1997, Melissa's journey took an exciting turn as she entered the world of real estate, a path she has passionately pursued ever since. Joining Miranda Real Estate Group, Inc. in 2009, she quickly distinguished herself as a top-performing agent and earned her well-deserved place in MRG’s President’s Club. Her excellence in the field has also earned her the prestigious Women's Council of Realtors Top 10% award for multiple years.
Beyond her professional accomplishments, Melissa is an animal lover who finds joy in the art of cooking, gardening, and exploring the world. Her travel adventures have taken her to Germany, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Spain, and the Caribbean Islands. Committed to giving back, she has been a generous supporter of The Children’s Hospital at Albany Medical Center and The Ronald McDonald House for many years. She has raised funds for these charities through The Pampered Chef and Miranda Real Estate Group’s Annual Golf Tournament.
Melissa's life experiences foster the ability to connect with individuals from diverse backgrounds and walks of life. When it comes to real estate, Melissa’s extensive experience is a pillar of trust for her clients. She is dedicated to providing service that prioritizes honesty, attention to detail, and a thorough understanding of each client’s unique needs. Melissa is a results-oriented professional, skilled in balancing aggressive strategies, market insights, and adept negotiation.
Her areas of expertise include effectively preparing and marketing homes for sale, delivering VIP buyer services, managing national and global relocations, assisting military and service-oriented personnel, navigating new construction projects, and facilitating condo and second home purchases.
Melissa is a perpetual learner, constantly updating her knowledge and skills to stay ahead of the curve in the ever-evolving real estate industry. She regularly attends professional real estate networking events across the country, connecting with agents from around the world, and gaining insights and best practices to better serve her clients, both locally and globally. With Melissa as your trusted guide, you can expect a real estate journey that goes above and beyond, and she’ll remain your lifelong resource for all your real estate needs.
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"I would like to say thank you to the Miranda Real Estate Team. From the start, everyone I have dealt with has worked with the utmost professionalism. I am very big on feedback and follow up. Every step of the way I was provided with email updates and phone calls to answer any questions I had or to fill me in on the status of my home sale. I have met with and even once used another real estate firm in the Capital District and the Miranda Team has been second to none, in my opinion. I would recommend them to anyone and will be using them again for my future real estate transactions. "
-Mike & Denise Riedy, Client
"Working with Miranda Real Estate Group (MREG) was most pleasurable. The staff is highly professional and competent yet, so down to earth. They are easy going, but all about the business of getting the job done! Mr. Miranda personally took the time to make sure I truly understood the process, steps and options one may encounter when selling a home. The areas which I had not given any thought to concerning, getting the house ready for show, storing excess household treasures as well as moving, Willie guided me through like a skilled Ships Captain; navigating me around and through common pitfalls associated with selling and buying properties. He directed me and offered recommendation relative to other professionals, agencies and services that would be beneficial, making the sale of my property go smoothly. MREG, in my opinion, is the one and only real estate organization to assist you with the sale and purchase residential real estate in the Capital Region Area."
-Elmer Rose , Client
"Willie’s exceptional marketing really works! We were impressed with the quality and quantity of potential buyers who came to see our house. An impressive team of professionals work hard to meet our needs and helped every step of the way. Hire Willie Miranda!"
-Rob & Sandie Tallman , Client
"After living in our house for the past 26 years, we weren’t sure of what to do when putting our home on the market. We decided to interview 4 of the top agents in our area. Willie Miranda was one of them. We were blown away by his listing presentation and all the resources we received as well as the professionalism and knowledge he provided. After listing our home with Miranda Real Estate Group, Inc. we immediately had 3 showings which resulted in 2 offers. Ultimately, we sold our home in 1 day at 99% of our asking price. Willie and his team exceeded our expectations and guided us along this emotional journey. We raised our daughter in this home and created many great memories, which we hope will continue with the wonderful couple who purchased it! Thanks Willie! "
-Paul & Bernadette Luciano, Client