Curated Real Estate Resources

Preferred
Partners.

The local professionals Mel trusts and works with closely. Each one has a dedicated page covering their background, their services, and how to reach them directly.

Mel's Preferred Partners
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The Right Team Matters

Coastal real estate is easier with
the right people around you.

Buying or selling on the coast takes more than an agent. These are the people Mel sends her own clients to, organized by what you need next.

Financing

Mortgage
Lending

A strong lender makes a strong offer. Talk to one early, before you fall in love with a property, so you know exactly what you can do and how fast you can move.

Mortgage Lending

Future First Mortgage

Jen HobbsNMLS #1399122

In real estate since 2007 and lending for over a decade, Jen works with buyers and agents across the Texas Gulf Coast, from purchase financing to second homes and investment property.

  • In real estate since 2007
  • Second homes
  • Investment property
Home Loans

Neighborhood Loans

Christina LunaNMLS #222469

With 25+ years of experience and a Scotsman Guide Top 1% record, Christina helps first-time buyers, self-employed clients, and investors across North and South Texas.

  • 25+ years experience
  • Scotsman Guide Top 1%
  • Bilingual English & Spanish
Protection

Home
Warranty

Coverage for home systems and appliances, for buyers after closing and for sellers while the home is listed. Peace of mind at the moment repair bills are least welcome.

Home Warranty

Fidelity National Home Warranty

Rachel PrunedaSales Executive

Fidelity National helps homeowners manage the cost and inconvenience of unexpected repairs to covered systems and appliances, with plans that support buyers and sellers before and after closing. Rachel is their local expert in Corpus Christi.

  • No dollar limit on A/C
  • Buyer & seller plans
  • Local Corpus Christi rep
Property Care

Home
Services

The coastal climate never slows down. Humidity, long summers, and storm season mean a home needs regular care, and one dependable team to handle it.

Home Services

Meridian Home Service Pros

Jack AdamsCEO

Year-round property care across Greater Corpus Christi and Houston. Pest control, pool service, lawn and tree care, and holiday lighting under one team, making home maintenance simple and reliable.

  • Pest control
  • Pool service
  • Lawn & tree care
  • Holiday lighting
Build & Remodel

Custom Homes
& Remodeling

Whether you are building from the ground up or bringing an existing coastal home up to standard, the builder you choose shapes everything that follows.

Custom Home Builder

Christensen Custom Homes

Darren & Alexis ChristensenEst. 2021

Luxury custom homes, remodeling, and outdoor living across the Coastal Bend. Locally owned and owner-run, with commercial-grade process and true custom craftsmanship.

  • Locally owned & owner-run
  • Custom homes
  • Remodels
  • Outdoor living
Marketing

Real Estate
Media

Buyers see the photos before they ever see the home. Professional photography, video, and 3D tours are how a coastal listing earns its first showing.

Real Estate Media

iFilm Productions

Greg AllenPhoto & Video

Real estate photography, video, and Matterport for the Coastal Bend, trusted by 100+ local agents. Next-day photo turnaround and easy online booking.

  • Trusted by 100+ local agents
  • Next-day photos
  • Matterport 3D tours
Please contact each provider directly to confirm availability, pricing, licensing, coverage area, timelines, and services. This page is intended as a helpful resource, not a guarantee of service terms or availability.
Melissa Hladyniuk
Need A Recommendation?

Ask Mel who to call
for your next step.

Every transaction and property is different. If you are not sure which partner to contact first, Mel can point you in the right direction based on your goals, property type, timeline, and the area you are working in.

Whether you are buying, selling, preparing a listing, or moving into a new coastal home, having the right team around you makes the process smoother.