About Us
Let's Make Your Dreams A Reality!
Melissa Townsend, Realtor, ABR, SRS
Licensed Real Estate Broker
(843) 321-0819
melissa@yourocalarealestate.com
A little about me and our brokerage's culture:
I am committed to delivering exceptional customer service. Clear communication and availability is key in the marketplace! "It's All About You..." is not just a tag line - it is our company culture and motto. Our customers have our full attention to ALL the details.
Originally from Davie, FL my family moved to Ocala when I was 12 years old and I consider Ocala my hometown. My family's love of horses and the construction boom brought us to Marion County in the late 80's and both industries continue to influence me today. After spending some time living in the greater NYC area, Mid-West, and Low Country of South Carolina, I returned home in 2009. While working for the City of Ocala as their Cultural Arts Manager, I started investing in residential real estate within the downtown core neighborhoods. In 2016 I decided to pursue real estate as a full-time career and was fortunate to be mentored by Richard Schleicher, founder, and at that time, broker of It's All About You...Real Estate, LLC. In early 2022 I purchased the brokerage with the goal of continuing to develop the brand that Rich created - a specialized, boutique brokerage that offers an unparalleled level of real estate services in North Central Florida with an exceptional network of resources in lending, insurance, and the construction trades.
I am a firm believer in the importance of national, state, and local continuing education opportunities as I strive to best serve my clients and mentor agents within my brokerage. In 2024 I obtained the Accredited Buyer Representative Designation and Seller Representative Specialist Designation. Additionally, I am excited at the opportunity to support the Ocala Marion County Association of Realtors by serving on the 2025 Professional Development Committee.
I am passionate about supporting our community's vibrancy and quality of life through access to the arts, public green spaces, preservation of our natural resources, and recreation opportunities. I am currently serving on the City of Ocala's Vision Focus Group 2050 and the City of Ocala's Ocala Historic Preservation Advisory Board. From childhood through present day I have been an avid equestrian. The perfect day to recharge my spirit starts with a ride on my horse and ends with my husband and I out on the boat, reeling in a redfish while watching the sunset over the Gulf.
Cynthia Fugate
Realtor
(954) 415-2932
cynthia@myocalarealtor.com
Hello! I am proud to have obtained my real estate license in 2023 and I am looking forward to the new opportunities this exciting career will hold. I have been working in the Film & Television Production world for the past 17 years. This industry required me to develop a strong skill-set and I am proud of my attention to details, clear communication, and extensive project management experience and ability to deliver results within milestone date deadlines – all of which are key to achieving the goals of my real estate clients. I have always had a passion for real estate from purchasing my family’s personal homes, competing multiple renovations and even as an owner builder in 2007 and 2019.
I am a Florida native, born and raised in Palm Beach County and moved to Ocala in 2006. My husband was born and raised here in Ocala and I fell in love with the area immediately upon visiting. When I'm not working, you can find me enjoying family time with our animals on our mini farm, hiking and biking the Santos Trailhead, trail riding the Florida Greenway with my Tennessee Walker and boating the many lakes and springs our beautiful area has to offer. I enjoy sharing my knowledge of our community with guests and relocation clients. It is so rewarding to connect them with the many places that make Ocala/Marion County so special.
The needs of purchasing or selling a home is unique to the customer and should be treated as such. I take care in understanding these homes are our most important investment, whether it’s finding your dream home or selling your home, I am committed to giving you the best experience possible.
No matter your budget, your needs, or your timeline, I would love to be your real estate agent.
Fabiola Barrios
Realtor
(772) 342-2714
fabarriosc@yahoo.com
As a top performer in the Ocala Real Estate market my purpose is to ensure that every one of my clients understand each step of the buying and selling process.
I close transactions through my cutting edge approach and multi-cultural background, combined with my customer focused mindset and dependability. I guarantee my clients an approachable, authentic experience while consistently holding up the highest ethical and professional standards of the real estate industry. From first timers, to investors, to those shopping in the luxury market, I have helped buyers and sellers navigate the market. My customers benefit from my significant insight and extensive knowledge of the field, all while ensuring that my clients are at the forefront of my practice.
The name of my brokerage is not just catchy; it is my personal mantra when it comes to servicing my clients. Former clients recognize and appreciate my dependability and I like to let their words speak for the quality of my work. “Fabiola is the consummate professional. I believe her to be the best Realtor I have ever met. Her work ethic is unparalleled and she truly cares about her clients.”
As an immigrant I am a firm believer in the importance of the American dream, and I am proud to say that I am the realization of my own hard work and perseverance. When I am not working or volunteering I enjoy staying active at my local gym or kayaking in our beautiful state parks. I am a passionate patron of the arts, theatre being my favorite.
Lisa Rogers
Realtor
(352) 817-1486
lisafayrogers@gmail.com
As a fifth generation Marion County native, I’ve seen tremendous change since the sixties, when Ocala was still a sleepy Southern town. I attended local schools and the College of Central Florida, and as a teenager lived in a historic home on Ft. King Street. Thankfully, most of those old houses have now been restored to their original glory – it’s been great to see the preservation of “Old Ocala".
I worked downtown for many years, starting in a teenage job at the courthouse and later as a legal assistant for Mary Steddom, a fine lawyer and one of the first woman Elders at First Presbyterian Church. Mary taught me endless lessons about work ethic, independence, and taking responsibility. When she retired, I began working for attorney Paul Guilfoil, who gave me the chance to build expertise in real estate, probate, and much more – and who let me feel like a member of his family. Later, wanting to try something new, I joined a very successful Ocala real estate team. As an assistant to the group, I was exposed to every aspect of real estate, teamwork and what it takes to succeed.
I’m an avid learner and thrive in situations that involve new challenges and people. So, here I am at a time when friends are beginning to retire, reinventing myself once again. I’m now a licensed real estate agent, and very excited to have joined this wonderful brokerage, where ethics, transparency, and customer service all come first. Drawing on my legal background, I’m focusing on helping with the intricacies of contract management, but also look forward to helping our great clients buy or sell their homes.
I live in a 150 year old house on our 1848 family homestead and spend part of my time as an artist painting nature-inspired subjects; I love the outdoors, animals, kayaking, reading, and especially, spending time with family and friends.
