Contact Us

Melissa Burgess
Broker

Phone: (229)-423-7653

Cell: (229)-325-9239

Email: melissa.burgess@activerealestateinc.com

Melissa is a 1980 graduate of Lowndes High School and holds numerous achievements and awards.  She worked in the finance business and served as a Regional Manager for 10 offices. She has had a lot of success in Real Estate since beginning her career and her 20+ years in the finance business served as a tremendous benefit. She had gross sales totaling over 3 million dollars her first year. Most recently Melissa was recognized as the 2008 #1 Top Sales Person by the Tift Area Board of Realtors. She has also been awarded the 2007 & 2008 Circle of Excellence, Gold Level. She is also HUD approved and can assist you in purchasing foreclosures. When asked what she enjoys the most she said," It is very rewarding to hand  homeowners the key to their new home. We have a wonderful community and Real Estate enabled me to be a part of it."  Melissa lives in Fitzgerald with her husband Jeff. Together they have 4 children and 6 grandchildren. The Burgesses are active members of Arbor Baptist Church.

 

Jeff Burgess
Realtor

Phone: (229)-423-7653

Cell: (229)-426-2485

Email: jeff.burgess@activerealestateinc.com

Lavonia Stepherson
Realtor

Phone: (229)-423-7653

Cell: (229)-325-9239

Email: lavonia.stepherson@activerealestateinc.com

Active Realty welcomes Lavonia Stepherson to its team!  Mrs. Stepherson, wife of Pastor/Councilman James W. Stepherson, brings a wealth of knowledge and experience with her. She began her career as a Registered Nurse which she has dedicated over 40 years. Mrs. Stepherson worked for Chrysler Corporation for over 20 years as an Occupational Nurse Specialist and later in her career she went on to teach nursing, work with catastrophic case management, and risk management. Aside from her professional career she has owned investment properties and owned a retail store. Recently, Mrs. Stepherson assumed the role of Program Director, East Central Technical College of the Certified Literate Community Program. Under her leadership, the East Central Region (Atkinson, Ben Hill, Coffee, and Wilcox Counties) has gained participant status. This achievement will  increase literacy and lead to economic development in these communities.

Mrs. Stepherson will bring to Active Realty creative marketing ideas and structured business acumen, assisting customers with all of their real estate needs using integrity and superior service. This will begin at the initial phone call and continue through the negotiation process until the final transaction. Mrs. Stepherson will deliver her services timely and professionally. Whether you are seeking your first, home, dream home or investment property, Mrs. Stepherson will certainly exceed your expectations.

Mrs. Stepherson says she “is excited about being part of Active because they offer a superior level of service to each individual, making them feel as if they are their only client and foremost priority”. Mrs. Stepherson believes she can align herself with this level of customer service excellence.

 

Jason Cobb
Realtor

Phone: (229)-423-7653

Cell: (229) 425-9900

Email: jason.cobb@activerealestateinc.com

Jason has lived in the Fitzgerald area for over twenty years, as well as being a licensed Realtor; he also holds a residential contractor’s license.  He feels his knowledge of the area and construction expertise will benefit potential home buyers and Investors. He has had hands on experience in residential appraising, construction, and finance. During his many years in sales, He was awarded for his outstanding sales performance and credits this to always placing customers first. In 2004 he started his own construction company which is still in operation today. In 2008 he obtained his Real Estate license and joined the team at Active Real Estate, Inc in early 2009. Jason looks forwards to serving you with all of your Real Estate needs.

 

PK Stembridge

PK Stembridge
Realtor

Phone: (229)-423-7653

Cell: (229) 425-9973

Email: pk.stembridge@activerealestateinc.com

P.K. is a 1999 graduate of Fitzgerald High School and has lived in this community for most of his life. He holds an Associates Degree in General Studies from South Georgia College and has a Certificate in Industrial Systems from East Central Technical College. His parents are Dr. Lloyd and Marsha Stembridge. His hobbies include playing softball, watching movies and college football. He is an active member of Arbor Baptist Church. P.K. says he loves meeting people and looks forward to helping them with their Real Estate needs. He works with Buyers and Sellers so please call him today!!

 

Allen Brown

Allen Brown
Realtor

Phone: (229)-423-7653

Cell: (229) 425-1919

Email: allen.brown@activerealestateinc.com

Allen grew up in Fitzgerald and is a 1998 graduate of Fitzgerald High School. In 2003, he recieved his bachelor's degree in Industial Management from Georgia Southern University. He worked as a supervisor/manager in the manufacturing and distribution industry for over 5 years. In 2009, he obtained his Real Estate Sales license and became a State Registered Real Property Appraiser. Allen is glad to be back in his hometown of Fitzgerald, and he is glad to be a part of Active Real Estate, Inc. Allen looks forward to working with you, so be sure to contact him or stop by anytime!

 

Tamara Avila
Administrative Assistant

Phone: (229)-423-7653

Tamara is a new resident to Fitzgerald!  She moved all the way from California just to live in beautiful Ben Hill County!!  Tamara is happily married to Rigoberto Copado , who is employed at Southern Veneer Products. she said " The thing I love most about Fitzgerald is that everyone is very friendly and I am so excited to work with Active Real Estate. We have a great team going on".   Tamara enjoys helping and meeting new people and her bilingual skills will come in handy serving our community!!

 

Henry Schneider, MD
Co-owner