BROKER
Meet the Team Below!
Tessa Kenney
BIO
Commercial Sales & Capital Background
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Tessa maintains a strong background in commercial land acquisition & development, multi-family & senior housing development & sales, hotel evaluation & sales, retail sales & leasing, and industrial sales & development. Her commercial clients include funding sources to increase capital stack opportunities. All projects have included transaction support, site evaluation, and municipal & county planning. Through her investment sales, she has been called to utilize her expertise for projects including analysis & data research for a valid objective approach, front-to-end design phases, development strategizing to include planning, rezoning, entitlements, and municipal communication.
Excelling in existing building evaluation and portfolio management, Tessa often provides further analysis of statistics & data for long-term phase projects. Previous clients included Freska Mediterranean Grill, Weldcorp Mftg., Madison, Middleton, Marshall & Deforest WI municipalities representation, Diane Hendricks & CCL 200 acre mixed-use community development, to name a few.
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Residential Sales Background
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Tessa Kenney has been a leading real estate expert, opening her first brokerage in Madison, WI in 2013. Her market knowledge, ability to seamlessly tackle competing priorities and her drive have kept all her clients happy. Countless repeat business, from former clients, is an indisputable method of determining the level of professionalism and expertise you will receive when working with Tessa, or any of her agents. Taking the "boutique" approach, and reopening the method with Luxe Home Groups in Florida and Georgia, is now proving to be market-changing. Clients are already experiencing the level of support and care necessary for their dream homes or investment properties.
If you are in the real estate game, whether it is flipping residential properties, converting commercial space, or anything else at scale .... you need a strong broker on your side. Luxe Florida Group is a fully licensed brokerage in the state of Florida and can create a custom structure that gives you the speed and flexibility you need for real estate.
Contact us today for a Free Consult to see how Luxe can transform your real estate pipeline.
Realtor
Danielle Scalise
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Danielle Scalise’s experience as a military dependent has profoundly shaped her views toward the importance of quality real estate - both residential and investment. In relocating every few years, she learned how impactful your residence can be and how it shapes so many aspects of your life, from financial to social.
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Danielle strives to share her passion and knowledge with all of her clients to ensure that they have a positive experience making one of the largest purchases of their lives. She is dedicated from the beginning until long after the transaction is over to client service. Her previous experience as a high school teacher has provided her with skills such as organization and meeting deadlines. Danielle is an effective communicator and stays in contact with all parties involved in a transaction in order to certify a successful closing.
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Danielle grew up in the panhandle and graduated from Florida State University. After 13 years of moving around the world, she is delighted to return to her home state and reside in Jacksonville, FL.
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Realtor
Heather Merrill
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Heather Merrill comes from outside of Boston, MA but has been living the Florida life for 8+ years, having settled in the World Golf area of St Augustine. Heather graduated from the University of Minnesota and from Hamline School of Law. Before becoming a realtor, she spent many years as a real estate attorney focusing on real estate contracts and negotiation of real estate contracts. When settling in Florida, it was a perfect transition for her to get into the real estate market as a realtor. The opportunities to help
clients in ways most realtors cannot has allowed her to offer services above and beyond. Her expertise in contract law has helped many clients feel safer and more confident in their real estate transactions. Her contacts, training, and education leverage her enthusiasm and expertise, enhancing her client dedication.
Heather is the premier agent for the World Golf Village area but also specializes in all areas of St Augustine, Jacksonville, Ponte Vedra, and Palm Coast. Heather understands the numerous intangible benefits of life here, with its unmatched weather, culture, and diversity. Representing homeowners and future homeowners, Heather is committed to listening to her client’s needs and utilizing her keen negotiating skills to ensure a successful transaction.
Heather is dedicated to serving you with state-of-the-art marketing strategies joining the uncompromising integrity that is the hallmark of the Luxe brand. She is communicative, thorough, and detail-oriented and she will be alongside you every step of the way. Heather and her family enjoy being on the water, paddle boarding, hiking, and eating at many of the fabulous restaurants this area has to offer.
Business Development Manager
Nick Gardella
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Nick Gardella brings 25 years of experience as an electrician and general contractor, contributing towards Luxe's development, residential and commercial clients. In 2021, he relocated from Kentucky to Fleming Island with his wife and six wonderful children. A devoted father, Nick has partnered in and managed multiple ventures, successfully completing numerous long-term rentals and fix-and-flip projects. He is eager to leverage his extensive construction expertise within the real estate industry.
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As a Development Manager, Nick has provided valuable insights into property research, land use, and project management. His ability to identify future growth opportunities across Northeast Florida makes him a vital asset for developments in a variety of industries.
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What is the difference between a broker and an agent?
Working with a real estate broker provides a number of benefits over working with just a real estate agent. One of the biggest benefits is the simple fact that brokers have more experience and knowledge in the industry. This includes a deep understanding of the real estate market, local laws, and regulations and restrictions. This knowledge can be invaluable when navigating a property sale and can help you get the best deal possible.
Another benefit of working with a broker is access to more resources and a wider network of contacts. Brokers are able to leverage these resources to market your property more effectively, find the right buyer, seller or investor, and negotiate the best terms. Brokers also have more experience in handling complex transactions, such as multi-property deals or those involving unique properties.
Brokers have a legal obligation to act in their client's best interests. This means they must disclose any material facts about a property to you, negotiate the best price and terms for you as a client, and keep client information confidential. This level of professional responsibility can provide peace of mind for both buyers and sellers and help to ensure a smooth and successful transaction.
Finally, working with a broker can save you time and effort. Brokers handle many of the administrative tasks associated with buying or selling a property, such as preparing contracts, scheduling inspections, and managing the closing process. This can free up your time to focus on other important matters, such as finding your next property or preparing for the close, without the headache of what feels like endless deadlines, steps and contingencies.
In conclusion, while real estate agents can be helpful in the buying or selling process, working with a broker offers a higher level of expertise, resources, legal protection, and support. This can ultimately lead to a more successful transaction and a better overall experience.
