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Melissa Smith

@melissa_smith2211

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AZ born • WA raised • Home again 🌵
💍 Wife + Mom of 2 | 📚 Bookworm | ⚽ Sports Mom
🏡 Realtor | ✨ Loving Life and Chasing Dreams

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🚨PSA: Still Out Here Slaying Real Estate Deals Between Soccer Games & Chapter Breaks 🚨
Hey friends! I’m Melissa — your local AZ Realtor®, mom to two teens (send help 😅), chaos coordinator of carpools & track meets, and a proud member of the “One More Chapter” club 📚✨
When I’m not showing homes or negotiating like a boss, you’ll find me in the carpool lane with an audiobook in one hand and a coffee in the other—living the dream one goal kick and offer letter at a time ⚽🏃‍♀️💼
Here’s what I bring to the table:
📍 Local market expert (and yes, I do know what your neighbor’s house sold for 👀)
📚 Bookworm brain = sharp, curious, and always doing the homework for you
🧾 I’ll tell you the truth when a “dream home” is actually a money pit in disguise
🫶 I treat your home search like my own—with heart, hustle, and a healthy dose of humor
Real estate doesn’t have to feel overwhelming or stuffy. Whether you’re ready to buy, sell, invest, or just want to talk about what’s happening in your neighborhood (or the plot twist in your latest read), I’m your girl.
📲DM me if you’re curious about the market or want to strategize your next move. Or if you just need a book rec and a break from the sidelines 💁‍♀️
#RealtorThatReads #AZRealEstate #MomLifeButMakeItRealEstate #SoccerMomRealtor #TrackMeetAndDeals #BuySellInvest #RealEstateWithHeart #DuarteREGroup #AZRealtor #HomeGoals #OneMoreChapter #MomLife #InvestLikeAMom #ChaptersAndClosings #BookedAndClosing #ReadingRealtorAZ #KeysAndKindle #TheReadingRealtor #HousehuntingAndHardcovers #SoldSignAndSpines by @melissa_smith2211

Thank you to everyone who supported @courtneywestonrealtor with your votes! I know she felt the love!

The results are in…and she did it! She was selected as one of the Top 30 of National Association of Realtors 30 Under 30, out of nearly 300 applicants nationwide!

Congratulations, Courtney! We are so proud to be in business with you! Well deserved, this is only the beginning!

#nar30under30 #azrealestate #kwluxury by @melissa_smith2211

10 days back from New York and I’m still not ok 🗽✨

For over 10 years, this trip lived on my vision board… and somehow it still exceeded every expectation I had.

The energy, the chaos, the moments in between, exploring the city with my family it’s something I’ll never forget.

Time goes by so fast, and between life, schedules, and everything in between, it’s easy to keep putting things off.

I’m really glad this was the year we finally said yes ❤️

Already dreaming about going back. by @melissa_smith2211

Traveling with teens means one thing… we’re hitting all the viral NYC spots 😂🗽✨

We built part of our trip around things they were excited about and honestly… it made the whole experience even better.

From photo ops to viral drinks to dumplings in a cup - NYC did not disappoint.

Some were 100% worth the hype… and some we’re still debating 😅

If you’ve been... what’s actually worth it?! And what did we miss for next time 👀 by @melissa_smith2211

Still processing my dream trip… and also Zillow-ing apartments in NYC like I’m not from Phoenix 😂🗽✨
For as long as I can remember, New York has been on my vision board. There’s just something about the energy, the chaos, the magic of the city that always pulled me in.
But between life, kids, sports, and all the travel that comes with it… it never felt like the “right time.”
This year I decided - enough is enough. I’m going. Who’s in?
And just like that, we spent the first half of spring break in New York as a family ❤️
Still soaking it all in… but wow, it lived up to every expectation and then some. by @melissa_smith2211

Had a great time in New York. Not my idea of a vacation but anytime spent with the family is always special by @melissa_smith2211

Just casually pretending we live here 🗽🏢✈️ by @melissa_smith2211

Follow your heart - especially if it leads you to NYC 🗽 by @melissa_smith2211

Hello Chapter NINE!!!!!!!!!

While we have been together since 2008, our wedding story started 9 years ago today. I would be lost without you, my best friend, advice giver, and secret keeper. My forever date and my forever person. I may read a lot of books but my greatest joy is writing this love story with you

🥂 Cheers to writing many more chapters with you @csmithmoving by @melissa_smith2211

In true real estate fashion, the actual day (yesterday) was spent navigating the unexpected, but some moments deserve to be intentionally celebrated.

Nine years ago, @melissa_smith2211 walked in for her first day and quickly became the backbone of this business.

Our Director of Operations.
Our queen of chaos (the organized kind).
Our biggest cheerleader and constant.

And best concert buddy. 🎶

She keeps the wheels turning, the details tight, and the team grounded and celebrated.

Her leadership, loyalty, and care for this team do not go unnoticed. We would truly be lost without her, and are incredibly grateful to have her.

We are better because of you, Melissa!

#workanniversary #azrealestate #poweredbyplace by @melissa_smith2211

🏡 Thinking about buying in Arizona? Here’s the truth ⬇️
It’s easy to get caught up in “dream home” Pinterest boards… but the real key is focusing on the 3 things you can’t change:

✨ Location
✨ Lot size
✨ Layout

Paint, flooring, even kitchens and bathrooms — those can all be updated over time. But location + lot + layout? That’s your foundation.

So when I’m walking through homes with clients, that’s where we start. The rest is just details 💜

What’s your top non-negotiable when it comes to a home?#RealtorThatReads #AZRealEstate #MomLifeButMakeItRealEstate #SoccerMomRealtor #TrackMeetAndDeals #BuySellInvest #RealEstateWithHeart #DuarteREGroup #AZRealtor #HomeGoals #OneMoreChapter #MomLife #InvestLikeAMom #ChaptersAndClosings #BookedAndClosing #ReadingRealtorAZ #KeysAndKindle #TheReadingRealtor #HousehuntingAndHardcovers #SoldSignAndSpines by @melissa_smith2211

Life update: Somewhere between soccer fields, school activities, celebrating friends and work… I’ve learned to always keep snacks, water, and a good book in the car. 😂📚⚽🏃‍♀️
Because let’s be honest — this season of life is busy, a little chaotic, but full of moments I’ll miss one day. 💜
What’s the one thing YOU never leave the house without? (Mine’s my AirPods 🎧, always.)
#RealtorThatReads #LifeLately #MomLifeButMakeItRealEstate #SportsMomLife #BookLoverLife #AZRealtor by @melissa_smith2211