ABOUT US
Experienced Real Estate Agents You Can Count On
WHY TEAM PRITCHARD?
Cathy and Melanie are full-time realtors, dedicated to making your dreams reality. For sellers, that means a powerful effort to market your home to potential buyers. For buyers, that means working with you to find the perfect property. We take pride in our innovative approach to marketing – taking a team approach in delivering a social message to numerous platforms, making sure your home stands out. This requires top flight photography, being plugged in to all the key platforms (Threads, Facebook, Instagram and more) and a dedication to posting frequency. It can't be a picture out the car window, post once and done.
We have developed long-lasting relationships with countless sellers and buyers over the years and we are grateful for the many referrals our clients have given us. We'd like this to continue with you!
ABOUT US
Cathleen Pritchard
Cathy Pritchard has been a top listing and selling real estate agent in Ellicottville, NY and the surrounding area for decades. No one knows the Ellicottville real estate landscape better. She received her real estate license in 1981 and her broker’s license in 1987. Cathy stays on top of the latest trends in the real estate industry, having taken numerous courses over the years. She delivers hard work, a great feel for the market and a sense of ownership with every client/home she represents.
Cathy has a powerful understanding of current market conditions and backs it up with a focus on real estate development. Her strong knowledge of construction and architectural principles delivers expertise few can in our area. Cathy can recognize the “hidden” features and strong points of a house, as well as the potential pitfalls of a property, quickly.
In 2018, she was the top-selling Realtor with ERA Team VP Real Estate. With over 14 million dollars in volume sales, this achievement also made her the #1 Realtor in Ellicottville. Her awards have been numerous over the years; she is particularly proud of receiving the ERA top “Leader’s Circle” award, which is a yearly occurrence.
When she’s not working, Cathy is busy being an active member of the Ellicottville community. She is a member of the Board of Directors of the Ellicottville Chamber of Commerce and served 9 years on the Board of Directors at HoliMont Ski Club. She continues to serve on the HoliMont Real Estate Committee as well as other activities for the club. Most Saturday's and Sunday's in the winter, you can find her at the HoliMont desk, handing out great advice on our real estate market. Switching seasons, “There is something about a bluebird ski day in Ellicottville.” During the summer months, Cathy is an avid golfer at Holiday Valley's Double Black Diamond Course. “Holiday Valley is the perfect destination for a business conference or meeting; work hard all day, hitting the back 9 and then venturing through Ellicottville’s many shops and eateries.” A real source of pride for Cathy is working on rebuilding/renovating area homes. She has a critical eye for home styles and interior decorating and works hard to deliver a spectacular finished product. Cathy's hard work and heart she puts into her work makes the real estate experience seamless, comfortable and stress free.
Melanie Pritchard
Melanie totaled more than $7,600,000 in sales volume in 2018, ranking 2nd in production for ERA Team VP Real Estate and 4th amongst all Realtors in Ellicottville. Her business continues to grow each year and she is honored annually with the “Circle of Achievement” Award. During the summer of 2016, Melanie completed the highest level of training ERA offers; ERA Top Gun Program. She has learned new techniques and gained an even better insight into our unique Ellicottville Market. The Team Pritchard innovator, Melanie's vision is steps ahead in technology, new market trends and navigating the sometimes turbulent real estate waters.
Melanie serves on the HoliMont Board of Directors and brings a passion for everything Ellicottville. She is a front running brand ambassador for the Village, delivering a powerful message to everyone she meets: "Ellicottville is THE place to live, work and play!"
You may also have seen and heard Melanie on the news before as she is a former Channel 7 News Assignment Editor/Reporter/Anchor from 1997-2008 and before that, she worked for WBEN, WGR, and WJJL Radio from 1989-2001.
Outside of real estate, Melanie's passion is rescuing animals. She is a founding member of C.L.A.W.S. or Cats’ Lives Are Worth Saving which helps trap, neuter, and release feral cats in Ellicottville. Melanie enjoys good books, a good movie, kayaking in our area waterways and travel. She enjoys spending time with her family, with her “kids” (her dogs and cats)! Melanie's heartfelt approach delivers real estate honesty. She is fair and open with every client. Her strategic sacrifices in the deal process have led to many glowing reviews, friendships and happy homeowners.
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