MELISSA HONEA. It is exactly that ability to take challenges as they come that is the root of Melissa s success. Copyright Top Agent Magazine

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1 MELISSA HONEA

2 MELISSA HONEA Breaking new ground in Mississippi s real estate market has made Melissa Honea, Broker of Dream Home Properties, a full-fledged optimist. I wake up every day and embrace the possibilities with enthusiasm and hope, says Melissa. Never one to back away from a challenge, it is precisely that optimistic approach that has earned her the distinction of being a Top Agent and consistent Multi-Million Dollar Producer. Based in Ridgeland, Mississippi, Melissa serves the entire metropolitan area of central Mississippi offering an international doorway to business, fantastic recreational and educational experiences, and southern hospitality that is welcoming and recognized worldwide. Whether you opt for a sprawling country estate, a home in a luxury golf community, or townhouse on the 33,000 acre reservoir affectionately known by locals as The Rez, one would be hard pressed not to fall in love with the abundance of options this area has to offer. Supported by award winning schools, premier shopping, fine dining and bountiful outdoor recreational amenities, it is no wonder Money Magazine selected this area as one of the top 100 places to live. Anchored by Jackson, the capital and the most populous city in the State of Mississippi, the market is diverse and aggressively growing, making this area one of the most rapidly developing in the United States, according to the 2010 U.S. Census. You might start the day in heels, showing an antebellum home, and hours later find yourself walking through a multi-million dollar development in rubber boots... you just have to roll with the punches. It is exactly that ability to take challenges as they come that is the root of Melissa s success.

3 Supported with a dedicated work ethic, unwavering determination and a desire to provide the best and most complete stream of service to her clients, Melissa was destined for success. The results have been a loyal base of repeat customers, a robust referral business and a brokerage firm that have attracted a successful and dynamic group of real estate professionals. My business philosophy has always been focused on my client s needs and, as simple as that sounds, it works. As a result, Melissa s business has grown into a professional real estate company with state-ofthe-art re sources that promote top quality service for individual clients and customers. Additionally, Melissa Honea and her business partner, Melissa Rhodes, have grown their business to include seven successful agents,

4 specializing in a number of fields including residential and commercial sales, property management, land acquisition, and investment development. And, apparently, they are quite good at what they do having been awarded Best Real Estate Agency in Ridgeland for the past three years in a row. Her belief is that if you stay true to your core values; work hard and surround yourself with good people; success will come. From her results, it is hard to argue with her logic. Not only has Melissa experienced personal success earning her the distinction of being a top agent in Mississippi, she also credits her team and the congenial and supportive atmosphere that have contributed to their overall success. Melissa began her career in real estate just nine years ago. I had been interested in real estate since childhood but had a successful career in corporate America. However, when the opportunity presented itself, she didn t hesitate.

5 Having graduated from the University of Southern Mississippi with a B.S.B.A. in Marketing and possessing years of experience in the business world, she began taking classes in the real estate industry. Today her resume includes specialized distinctions as an Accredited Buyers Agent (ABR), Sellers Representative Specialist (SRS), and Certified Negotiation Expert (CNE), She also serves on various committees and boards of professional associations including the local board, Central Mississippi REALTORS, the state board, Mississippi Association of REALTORS, and Women s Council of REALTORS building a valuable network of industry experts. Melissa also believes in giving back to the people she serves by providing a supportive platform for all agents within her company to get involved in the community. Collectively they have contributed to a number of organizations. They helped build a home for a Jackson family through Habitat for Humanity, championed local animal rescue efforts that

6 promotes adoption and finding forever homes, and have been supportive of local municipalities by volunteering and sponsoring law enforcement organizations and first responders. Melissa says, Dream Home Properties is part of the community we serve. For us, home is the brick and mortar of happy memories and I want to be a part of it all. And so another day of optimism begins. Melissa Honea, Broker Dream Home Properties Ridgeland, MS Melissa.honea@gmail.com