With over 40 years experience in Real Estate and having enjoyed a summer cottage for much of my life, you tend to understand the value of sharing waterfront living dreams. There is nothing like heading up to the cottage to bring friends and family together. Having a long career in every aspect of the real estate field, from Appraisal, legal, finance and marketing/advertising to property assessment, I developed a very clear understanding of how to maximize the exposure of listings to get the very best results in an expedient, transparent manner for all parties.

Buying or Selling any property requires skill and expertise, but Waterfront Properties are truly unique. Working with a Realtor experienced in this specialized environment will most certainly save you time, money and a huge amount of stress. I pride myself on being as updated as possible with what is currently available and what the current waterfront markets are experiencing in Central Ontario.  Values are not just based on location, amenities and general market trends but also on the impetus of the Seller and the targeted needs of the Buyers.

I personally take the time to preview listings for my Clients. I keep track of sales history and other areas of concern that impact value. This benefits my Buyers in narrowing down their search much more quickly. This ensures my Sellers that we are priced for the current marketplace. With extensive proven research and a detailed analysis as the eyes of an experienced real estate appraiser, I have the negotiating edge to obtain the best results possible where both buyer and seller obtain a meeting of the minds.

You deserve the very best of service. My knowledge, experience and a true, natural desire to provide you the results you want, is what I offer all my Clients. With three generations in this field, my son Harrison Martyn, Broker (team partner) and I, look forward to being of service to you and your family.

Do check out the podcast archives of 740AM Radio, from the Marilyn Wetston saturday morning shows "From a Women's perspective" where I provide good information for buyers and sellers.

Cheers till we meet on the dock!

Testimonials:

Shirley M.  I have worked with Melanie for over 20 years and have bought and sold countless homes and investment properties. The amount of detailed analysis and concrete data that was brought to the table, allowed me to make the right decisions every time! I found that many issues were circumvented in a timely manner as she saw the potential pitfalls and helped me avoid the for a stress-free final close. She would assess the values prior to any offers in order to suggest the right action and the true value of the properties I was considering. Negotiation skills are tantamount to sucdess whether buying or selling and Melanie succeeds where others fail. At the end of the transaction, she ensures that all sides are happy with the trade and I've never had to worry about a deal not closing. The best part is she treats her clients and the agents with great care and respect. I highly, highly recommend you contact Melanie for great advice and superior results!!

Andrei P.  Expertise in the area market was evident from our first meeting with Melanie. She provided a detailed analysis of market trends, helping us understand the best time to buy. She accurately predicted a drop in prices in our preferred neighborhood, allowing us to make a timely purchase at price we could afford. She kept us informed about every development through the process, clearly explaining complex contract details. We were impressed by Melanie’s negotiation skills which  saved us tens of thousands on a recent purchase. She leveraged her market knowledge to our advantage and provided support beyond just the transaction. When we were stressed about moving timelines, she connected us with reliable moving services and even checked post-move to ensure we were settled. Professionalism and reliable advice was consistent and she ensured a smooth, final closing. Excellent problem-solving skills with any issue that arose with our home inspection. She quickly negotiated with the sellers to have necessary repairs made before closing. We wouldn’t hesitate to recommend Melanie. The dedication to our satisfaction was evident in how she went out of her way to accommodate us in our schedules and always provided honest advice on true market values. She goes the extra mile!!

Aine P.  Melanie is a miracle worker!! Emphasis on the word, 'worker'!! She will dig in and make things happen when you think there is no hope! Melanie does not know the word 'impossible'. It is not in her vocabulary. I have bought and sold several times with Mel and I've not had easy situations to say the least. I won't go into detail here but she was and is a life saver and the best heart in the business. When you call her, ask about the Aine deal...She is theee best!

Camille A.  Mel found me the best waterfront deal on beautiful Georgian Bay! I am enjoying the waterfront and also happy with the investment side as it was a diamond in the rough! I highly recommend Melanie as an astute representative in her field, and a tough negotiator! 

Dr Mark Terry  (GemGemini Humanitarian Award winning filmmaker)

"Melanie found the perfect home and made my purchase effortless. A  thorough professional, honest, trustworthy and dedicated. You will never find a better agent!"

C. Fernandes  ( Real Estate Investor)

"We needed advice for a one year turn-around with a goal to net out a 35% return.  With Melanie's insights, we more than exceeded that gain!"            

R. Pfutzenreuter (Retired Aeronautical Engineer)

"Upon retirement, every penny counts! Melanie was able to value my home in a very volatile marketplace.  All she said was "Have you got a few weeks to spare and a $1,000?" Well, after performing her item by item list of "to do's", my home sold for 15% more than originally valued!  And should I mention I'm located in FLORIDA and she never left her desk in TORONTO!  This girl knows her stuff!!"

About Right At Home Realty:

Moving out of the GTA and venturing north to Central Ontario? No one can pave the way like we can.

Right At Home Realty is the #1 leader for volume of sales in the GTA for 8 consecutive years and is the largest independently owned broker in the GTA, Central Ontario and Canada. We're a truly unique Brokerage with over 5,000 agents and 12 offices scattered throughout the GTA, Ottawa and Barrie.

Right At Home Realty Inc., Brokerage

Unit #1 - 684 Veterans Drive, Barrie, ON L9J 0H6

705-797-4875 or 800-266-2894