Real Estate Salesperson
Melissa, alongside her husband John, is the driving force behind the Engel Team, a cornerstone in New Canaan, CT’s real estate market. Their joint venture has flourished into a respected team of full-time agents renowned for their commitment to providing exceptional service and innovative solutions tailored to their clients’ diverse needs. As co-founders, Melissa and John have leveraged their deep roots and extensive knowledge of the local community to offer unparalleled insights into the area’s affluent housing landscape.
Under Melissa’s meticulous guidance, the Engel Team thrives on a foundation of efficiency and organization. She masterfully coordinates the listing processes, from devising advertising strategies and scheduling open houses to the strategic allocation of leads, ensuring the team operates like a well-oiled machine. Her dedication to fostering open lines of communication with clients embodies the team’s ethos, emphasizing transparency and ongoing dialogue throughout the selling journey.
Beyond her professional accomplishments, Melissa’s life is rich with personal fulfillment. A mother of four and an active participant in the New Canaan community, she contributes her time and talent as a board member of the New England Dance Theater. Her passion for gardening brings her joy and relaxation, often shared with her Golden Retriever, Callie.
Melissa’s role as a co-founder, alongside her personal experiences as a resident, mother, and community member in New Canaan, that truly shapes the Engel Team’s success. Her firsthand understanding of family life in the area enriches her professional perspective, offering clients a nuanced view of potential homes, from the functionality of kitchens to the convenience of mudrooms and laundry areas.
John Engel — https://theengelteam.com/meet-the-team/john-engel/
Melissa Engel — https://theengelteam.com/meet-the-team/melissa-engel/
Robyn Bonder — https://theengelteam.com/meet-the-team/robyn-bonder/
Charles Anello — https://theengelteam.com/meet-the-team/charles-anello/
Deke Rothfuss — https://theengelteam.com/meet-the-team/deke-rothfuss/
Kate Tomasic — https://theengelteam.com/meet-the-team/kate-tomasic/
Kerry Gutierrez — https://theengelteam.com/meet-the-team/kerry-gutierrez/
Susan Engel — https://theengelteam.com/meet-the-team/susan-engel/
The Engel Team Listings — https://www.elliman.com/sales/team-id=226491
Boroughs & Burbs Podcast — https://www.youtube.com/@boroughsandburbs
Engel Team YouTube Channel — https://www.youtube.com/@johnengelofficial
Instagram (Engel Team) — https://www.instagram.com/engel_team/
Professional Profiles
John Engel on Douglas Elliman — https://www.elliman.com/agent/john-engel/1027584
Zillow Profile — https://www.zillow.com/profile/jengel199
Realtor.com — https://www.realtor.com/realestateagents/56bbf83189a68901006d6669
Homes.com — https://www.homes.com/real-estate-agents/john-engel/pkx0q7s/
Columns & Articles
John Engel’s Weekly Column at The New Canaan Sentinel — https://theengelteam.com/column
Podcast
Boroughs & Burbs Podcast Website — http://www.boroughsandburbs.com
Apple Podcast — https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/boroughs-burbs-the-national-real-estate-podcast/id1517094549
Spotify Podcast — https://open.spotify.com/show/1w2lKAeZxXglVvjJAnCmvM
YouTube Podcast — https://www.youtube.com/@boroughsandburbs
Social Media
Instagram (Engel Team) — https://www.instagram.com/engel_team/
Instagram (John) — https://www.instagram.com/jengel199/
Instagram (Boroughs & Burbs) — https://www.instagram.com/boroughsandburbs/
TikTok — https://www.tiktok.com/@jengel199
LinkedIn — https://www.linkedin.com/in/jengel/
YouTube (John Engel Official) — https://www.youtube.com/@johnengelofficial
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