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Why Choose Sarah Rutherford

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Find Your Dream Home

Get started today in the journey of finding your dream home.  I am here to walk you through every step and make it an enjoyable experience.  From researching available homes in Brevard that fit your needs and price range and all the way through the closing.  I will be your guide, come walk with me to find your dream Brevard home.

Contact Sarah Rutherford

Sarah Rutherford is a lifelong Brevard County resident.  Sarah carries the values of hard work, integrity, and outstanding client service into everything she does, and is ready to help with your home buying and selling needs.

When Sarah isn’t helping her clients find their dream home, she enjoys spending time boating, fishing, and doing just about anything else near the water. Sarah lives in Suntree with her husband, children, and their pug Bo.

I love everything about living on the Space Coast, and have comprehensive knowledge of the area and all it has to offer you and your family.  Whether you are ready to buy or sell, or are simply curious about our local market, contact me to see how we can make your real estate goals a reality.

Best in Brevard Property Management Real Estate DirectThe Official Community's Choice Awards

Property Management You Can Count On

Entrusting your property or properties to someone else is a major decision. You should choose a property management firm not only for their reputation, but also for compatibility. Ask yourself what you expect from your property manager and read the factors below to learn about Real Estate Direct’s property management services:

Experience

Real Estate Direct has been officially offering property management services to the public since 2007. Our managers have been trusted with property oversight for over twenty years in the Brevard County area exclusively.

What it means for you:

Your property manager is not only intimately familiar with state and federal laws regarding property management, but also with city and county restrictions and statutes which vary from jurisdiction to jurisdiction. An experienced manager will also know how to recognize a valuable and reliable tenant and conduct appropriate checks to ensure the safety of your investment. In addition, your property manager will be able to recognize what is necessary or unnecessary to improve your property to find the right tenant at the right price for you.

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My Featured Properties!

These properties in Brevard are from my personal clients.  I always give my clients the special attention they deserve and work diligently to close on their sale.

Featured Rentals

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Testimonials From My Clients

Don’t take my word for it.  Hear it straight from my clients!
Stephanie Bodur
3 weeks ago
I highly recommend Real estate direct as a management company. I am a home owner who was in need of a new property manager. I feel very fortunate to have found this company and I highly recommend them. Schuyler, our property manager has been very helpful. He was able to help find us tenants in a short period of time. He has been very receptive to our needs and has taken great care of the property. We also met the owner/ broker Frank who was very kind and helpful as well.
Response from the owner:Thank you very much. We do our best to treat your property as though it were our own. Finding you a quality tenant who will also feel and act the same is a priority for us. We appreciate your business
Tara Ramsaran
4 weeks ago
My property manager has been reliable and efficient from the very beginning of our meetng almost a year ago. He found and vetted a good tenant, is on top of any issue that comes up-big or small. The company is also in contact with me and I am treated as important even if it a small rental. This means a lot to me as I have had terrible experiences with my previous management company.
Response from the owner:Thank you for your trust and for the kind words! We will do our best every day to exceed your expectations.
Connor Bell
3 months ago
For a first-time home buyer having Jennifer Marin always available and ready to help me through the way and answering all my questions made the process very comfortable and easy going! She made me feel like family, caring for me in life kids making sure I got into a good home. She cares about her job and she cares about her clients! I'll definitely use her again in the future, and anybody else that's reading this should too!
marisa kahn
6 months ago
Schuyler is such a great representation and an asset for real estate direct! I have only been working with him since March and have truly seen him go above and beyond countless times- he is a hard worker, communicative and just over all wants to help in situations. It’s refreshing working with a true professional who genuinely is very helpful and cares!
Response from the owner:Thank you so much for your comments. He works hard, and as an Eagle Scout, is always looking to do his good turn for the day. We are truly proud of the man he is and he work he does.
Aj P
9 months ago
My husband and I are super happy with our decision to select real estate direct for our property management needs. Our property manager Schuyler is doing an excellent job! He's very communicative and responds swiftly to any questions or concerns we may have! We've been very pleased with our experience thus far and have no critiques. We're grateful that he's made this experience smooth for us , as this is our first time renting out a property. Real estate direct is very professional and you won’t regret doing business with them.
Response from the owner:Thank you! Nice to hear good things about our latest property managers. The others managers have trained him well and he is making them proud. We are happy to have him and glad you are as well.
FCI Melbourne
10 months ago
Schuyler really knows what he is doing. Helpful, insightful and knowledgeable.
Response from the owner:That is good to hear! He has learned a lot in a year and is doing a fantastic job for his clients.
Miguel Garcia
10 months ago
As a contractor, working with Real Estate Direct has been a great experience. Their team is professional, organized, and communicates clearly, which makes coordinating projects smooth and efficient. They’re responsive, fair, and respect timelines, allowing us to get work completed without unnecessary delays. It’s refreshing to work with a property management company that values quality work and strong professional relationships. I highly recommend Real Estate Direct to any contractor or property owner looking for a reliable management team.
Response from the owner:Consistent communication helps overcome imperfect situations. We value your time and the time of those involved and do our best (still not perfect) to create an easy situation for everyone to succeed. Thank you for your comment and for working with us.
Elianitza Gonzalez Lozada
10 months ago
I can see how much they care about the properties, owners and even the tenants.
Response from the owner:Thank you Elianitza, we try to provide a win for all our clients with communication and follow up!
Ideal Impact
10 months ago
Schuyler is an outstanding property manager, highly recommend him and his team!
Response from the owner:Thank you! He is a joy for us as well. Continually striving to help his clients and provide the best service experience he can.
Michael Magelitz
10 months ago
Highly recommend!
Response from the owner:Thank you Michael!
Joshua Spivak
10 months ago
FANTASTIC PEOPLE TO DEAL WITH! THANK YOU!!
Response from the owner:Thank you Joshua, we do our best to make it as easy as possible! We appreciate your review.
Cindy Jo
1 year ago
Forge Fable
1 year ago
Working with Jennifer has been such a positive experience. She is incredibly responsive and always makes sure my questions are answered quickly and thoroughly. I appreciate how she truly cares about both the tenants and the owners, and she always goes the extra mile to make sure everyone is happy. I wouldn’t trust my properties with anyone else!
Eva Shealy
1 year ago
I have been renting a property managed by Real Estate Direct for the past year and they've been great! Sarah Rutherford is our property manager and she has always been very responsive and helpful for any questions or maintenance issues we've had. I don't think anything has been left untreated for more than a week, even when we were having major plumbing issues that required significant work to be done.
Response from the owner:Thank You Eva! We appreciate your taking the time to report great things about Sarah! We try to stay on top of things as they arise and am glad you recognize that. Our properties and tenants are our priorities.
Marie Hernandez
1 year ago
CHOOSE LORRAINE AS YOUR REAL ESTATE AGENT! She has helped me find a few properties over the years. She is very attentive to one needs and wants, she doesn’t settle with less for you. It doesn’t matter the day, nor the hour, Lorraine is working hard to make your dreams come true, like if it was for her. She listens, she searches, and she SUCCEEDS EVERY TIME. Her personality beyond being professional, is very understanding and caring. I could never express how important she has been in my family’s life because of her willingness to be of service and become available to your needs. Because of Lorraine, and her help to find my family a property, I have a space to thrive in my business and I have grown tremendously. I could not have done it without her. She listens. She Goes above and beyond. I went through several real estate companies and was rejected when my income was too low when I started, and Lorraine found a way, it was God’s hand through her literally. Everytime we have been better and better because she worked hard to find us a place when we barely could. Since then, we have been moving to better homes and getting into bigger houses and growing financially. And as we keep growing, we keep choosing Lorraine. She helped in our lowest, we want her help in our highest. I would not change her. YOU NEED LORRAINE! TO BUY, TO RENT, WHATEVER YOUR NEED IS IN REAL ESTATE, YOU NEED LORRAINE.
Response from the owner:Thank you Marie. Lorraine is a new team member who has hit the ground running. She uses her experience in the business to help her clients and we are happy to say she fits right in!
Mark Watson
2 years ago
Response from the owner:Thank you for taking the time to rate us. We appreciate you.
Alessandro Soares
2 years ago
Since I moved to the Space Coast, Jennifer and the Real Estate Direct team have made my life much easier; not only were they helpful in pointing to local resources, but also super fast in their response to any and all maintenance issues. Jennifer and her team have a level of professionalism that is above average and have positively impacted my quality of life!
Response from the owner:Thank you! Our tenants and owners comfort, safety and property are our priority. We appreciate you taking the time to reflect on your experience. Looking forward to continuing our relationship.
Aim High Lawn & Landscape inc
2 years ago
We have been working directly with Lyndsey for quite some time now. And she is all around amazing to work with. Great communication, quick responses and we 100% recommend Lyndsey from real estate direct
Response from the owner:Thank you for the wonderful review. Yard maintenance is a tough job that we take seriously. Your great work helps us protect our owners investments. Thank you!
Brenda B
2 years ago
Lyndsey Neel where do I start? A long overdue review of an amazing young woman. My husband Scott and I rejoined the world of renter's after selling our home. And as you can imagine it's a daunting task at any age,but as senior citizens it's an overwhelming experience. We knew nothing of Real Estate Direct or Lyndsey, but landed on a property managed by Real Estate Direct and it was Lyndsey property. In the two years living there any time we reached out with anything she was on it. Fast forward to last year 2years of renting 2024 we where advised owners where selling and we where offered opportunity to purchase. Not our desire in that moment, so we passed on purchase. Let me just say it was not what we were expecting but as we all know life situations arise and we have to suck it up. Lyndsey was amazing she met us to set up seeing potential properties on her own time to assist even if it meant we weren't her clients anymore. Let's be real who takes that kind of care with people when there's no gain for them. Lyndsey went above and beyond with all our quirk's and looked for what we might have missed and what we needed. I really didn't want to go with any other company preferring to stay with Real Estate Direct, there was nothing. Lyndsey combed thru everything still nothing. Then a property she was inspecting a possible new contract came around. Lyndsey was amazing she checked it out knowing us and said it's perfect for you guys. She worked so deligently for us and made it happen. We will follow her wherever she goes. The integrity and genuine care she brings to the table is unmatched. Rental or Purchasing we have a wonderful advocate we know can be trusted and that's huge today when the people you encounter today lack manners and integrity. Lyndsey if you read this we love you my dear and are so very grateful for your expertise and the shining star you are. And everyone knows dealing with older folks is a challenge all by itself. Gotta be one level, I need a garden space oh can we get a gardener is it safe? On and on Numerous back and forth text. Handled us with a smile and patience . And it was genuine. Real Estate Direct Thank you for employing a Super Star ⭐ it speaks volumes about your company. You got it 100% right with Lyndsey Neel she makes you look good everyday. Sincerely, Scott and Brenda Berkman
Response from the owner:Wow! What an amazing testimony. Thank you for your time and appreciation of the hard work that goes into the job. We love her as well!
Mikey917
2 years ago
We are out-of-town owners of several properties and all are managed by Lyndsey at Real Estate Direct. We started out with another property management company, but the magic just wasn't there. We really appreciate the strength of Lyndsey's organization and the network of contractors, landscapers, painters, etc. that she has built. When we have repairs that need to be done, Lyndsey knows the contractors that can get the job done at competitive prices. All of our tenants have been excellent due primarily to attention to detail during tenant screening. I highly recommend Lyndsey at Real Estate Direct.
Response from the owner:Wonderful to hear our clients continuing to praise our efforts. Lyndsey is amazing and takes the job of helping people very seriously. We look forward to working with you!
Bonnie Hahnel
2 years ago
Real Estate Direct has managed our two properties for years, and they have been on a really great property management team. They are always looking out for our properties.
Response from the owner:Thank you Bonnie!
Gregory Lowdermilk
2 years ago
What a phenomenal Real Estate Broker. Frank Schrader personally guided us to our new home. He showed us multiple homes and gave us an honest appraisal of each. We finally settled on a house and Frank secured us an amazing price. We lived in Tampa and had some questions after the inspection. Now realize Frank is the Broker. He drove to the house, brought a ladder and went up into the attic to address our concern. Absolutely stellar service.
Response from the owner:Thank you Greg. It was a pleasure to assist Leott in finding the perfect home for you both! You all were so on top of things and easy to work with. Continued success and I hope you fill the garage with the cars of your dreams!
Dr. Julio C. Becerra Ibanez
2 years ago
Since I placed my property in Melbourne under their care, and moreover under the hands of Ms. Sarah Rutherford, I have to say you people are the best decision I ever made. Thank you for everything and your dedication to satisfy my needs,. Dr. Julio B. Ibanez.
Response from the owner:Thank you Dr. Ibanez. We agree! Sarah is doing a wonderful job for her customers and we are so proud to say she is one of us!
Richard Bishop
2 years ago
I have had the great pleasure of Real Estate Direct's outstanding and excellent services for over 19 years. Real Estate Direct has always provided me with the highest quality and "World Class" customer Service! I have purchased several houses through Real Estate Direct and use their excellent property management services. I have always been highly satisfied and highly recommend Real Estate Direct for all types of real estate activities. In particular, I highly recommend Jennifer Marin. Jennifer's proactive and diligent help is outstanding and is World Class. These qualities are hard to find these days and are much appreciated!
Response from the owner:Thank you so much for taking your time to recognize us! It is our pleasure to serve.
Jerry
2 years ago
We highly recommend Real Estate Direct. Jennifer and the staff are always available to assist you. Jennifer immediately takes care of anything that needs addressed at the property and makes sure it's resolved to your satisfaction. They are very professional and efficient.
Response from the owner:Thank you Jerry! Prompt attention to problems ensures small ones don't turn into large issues. Thank you for noticing and we appreciate your kind comment
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Frequently Asked Questions

Buyers FAQ’s

Should I talk to a lender before I start my home search?

Absolutely!  I frequently hear buyers say that they’re not concerned about financing because they have great credit.  Well that is a very good start, but there is so much more to the process. If financing is required for the purchase of your home knowing how much you can borrow and what to expect for mortgage payments is vitally important.  This knowledge can only be gained by speaking with a reputable mortgage banker or broker. They will gather information about your income, work history, current financial obligations and more. On top of all of that, if you find your dream home while we’re out looking (and that is my goal every time) you won’t be able to submit an offer until you have a preapproval in hand, losing precious time  and possibly allowing a “Not You” who was prepared to get your dream home.

How many homes can I look at?

The honest answer here is as many as it takes.  Popular real estate shows have given people the impression that you look at few homes then pick the best one from those…that is not the way it works.  Sometimes you will need to go out looking quite a few times before finding “THE ONE”, and that is okay.  But don’t feel like your wasting your time, each home we see gives me insight into what works for you, and what doesn’t.  I take finding the perfect home for you personally, and we will find it!

Are there first time buyer programs available?

Maybe.  In the mortgage world first time buyer usually means that you have not been a home owner in the last three years, this means that these type of programs are availble to buyers who don’t even consider themselves first timers.  However, most of these programs have a limited amount of funds available, so the quicker you get an application in the better. These programs are usually accessed through your lender so if your interested let me know right away, that way I can make sure your using a mortgage banker or broker who has these programs available

Can I get closing cost assistance?

Probably.  There are several ways to get assistance with closing costs, from grants available in areas of Brevard County, to lender programs that will assist buyers, even those who are not first time buyers.  Additionally, this is something we can negotiate into your offer, even with new listings the offer can be formatted to incorporate closing cost assistance.  Just ask me how.

Sellers FAQ’s

What repairs should I make before listing my home?

There are certainly repairs that can be made to improve the value of your home, as well as the time it takes to sell it.  Prior to doing any repairs or updates you should always consult your Realtor.  They will guide you depending on your specific situation as to how to best prepare your home for the market.  To review a best practices to-do list before listing any home click here.

Preparing your Home for the Market

What should I do before showings?

Showings are very important so there are some best practices for making the best impression you can on buyers, as well as making your home the one they remember at the end of a long day of showings.  Additionally, when strangers are touring your home, even with a licensed professional, it is best to protect yourself and your property with some common sense precautions.  To view my list of best practices when showing your home click here.

Home Showing Checklist

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If you have any other questions please don’t hesitate to call me at 321-693-0678 or send me an email here.

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Contact

If you need anything please call me at 321-693-0678 or send me an email here.  I’m available 7 days a week, don’t hesitate to contact me if you need anything.

Cell: 321-266-3041

Office: 321-254-0688

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1540 Highland Avenue
Melbourne, FL 32935