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Melanie Patterson

Melanie Patterson

Staff Writer/Editor/SME - Real Estate

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Education & Credentials:

  • Active NH & MA licensed real estate agent
  • Luxury Homes Certification through Residential Real Estate Council (RRC)
  • Certified Business Advisor since 2016
  • Master of Arts from SIT Graduate Institute
  • Bachelor of Arts from Smith College
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Expertise:

  • Real estate sales & marketing
  • Property management
  • Residential real estate investing
  • Business advising & coaching

Highlights

  • 30+ years multi-state licensed real estate salesperson
  • 13+ years landlord and property manager
  • 11+ years business coaching & advising

Experience:

Melanie is a staff writer and a real estate expert at Fit Small Business and the editor of our sister site, The Close, specializing in real estate business development for new and seasoned agents, property managers, and real estate investors. She has over 30 years combined experience in real estate sales, marketing, property management, and investing and is a licensed real estate agent in NH & MA.

Posts Written by Melanie
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October 5, 2023

How to Find Investment Properties for Sale in 18 Ways

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September 11, 2023

6 Best Real Estate Direct Mail Services

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August 31, 2023

5 Best For Sale By Owner (FSBO) Leads Sources

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July 31, 2023

How to Find a Great Real Estate Agent: 11 Tips From a Realtor

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Education & Credentials

  • Active NH & MA licensed real estate agent
  • Luxury Homes Certification through Residential Real Estate Council (RRC)
  • Certified Business Advisor since 2016
  • Master of Arts from SIT Graduate Institute
  • Bachelor of Arts from Smith College
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