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Melinda Estridge's "Capitalize on
Excellence" is the guideline to her customer service and the criteria for her
team. Each member of the group strives to ensure that every transaction is
"problem-free" taking the stress away from you.
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Melinda Estridge
REALTOR
PARTNER/Listing Specialist |
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Melinda Estridge
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As a native of the area, Melinda
Estridge has been helping people throughout the Washington Metropolitan area
buy and sell homes and properties for over two decades. A leader in her field
and one of the top agents in Long and Foster, Melinda capitalizes on her
professional experience, top negotiating skills, knowledge of your area and
continuing education to bring the people she works with the very best results.
When you are ready to buy or sell, you'll want to work with an educated,
committed professional, someone who believes in excellence and who takes it to
the next level. That's Melinda Estridge. |
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Bob O'Toole
REALTOR
PARTNER/Senior Buyer Specialist |
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Bob O'Toole
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Bob is both Melinda's husband and
the Senior Buyer Specialist for The Estridge Group. Bob's experience in the
service industry has given him exceptional people skills and
service-mindedness. Previously a vice president of a local mortgage company,
his extensive background in finance benefits both our buyers and sellers. Bob
will assist you in finding the home that fits within your buying parameters and
oversee the financing of your transaction. |
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Scott Sachs
REALTOR
PARTNER/ Buyer Specialist |
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Scott Sachs
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After receiving his B.S. in
Business Administration from the University of Florida, Scott returned to the
DC Metropolitan Area where he grew up. Initially working as a real estate
advertising executive for USA Today, Scott was the recipient of the prestigious
"Hero of the Year" President's Circle award. Actively engaged in property
management, Scott has dedicated himself to real estate full time. As Scott
tells us, "I developed a love for real estate around the same time I bought my
first hotel playing Monopoly". As a buyer specialist, Scott continually strives
to not only meet, but exceed the expectations of his clients. Providing
professional and valuable consultation is Scott's goal for every
transaction. |
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Joyce Brown
REALTOR
PARTNER/ Closing Manager/ Marketing Director |
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Joyce Brown
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Joyce devotes her time to hundreds
of details that are critically important to your successful closing. She excels
in her attention to detail and her tenacity in getting the job done right for
our clients. Joyce has been active in many aspects of the real estate
profession for over 15 years. She has taken our business to a new level,
ensuring that every client experiences the most professional and timely
transaction. Joyce is marvelously talented and well versed in all the latest
technologies, and manages our extensive database, mailings, and community and
client events. |
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