A company within a company, the Parlante Group blends the power of a team with the strength of the nationally respected Coldwell Banker franchise to give our clients the best of the best.

Rick Parlante

  • Company Sales & Listing Leader: Every year since 1989.
  • Leading Agent: In both listings taken and closed, with over 4,500 closed transactions.
    Consistently ranked within the top 10 agents within the 9 State Southeast Region.
  • Certified "Previews Specialist" marketing upper level properties.
  • Featured in Unique Homes; Top 200 agents worldwide.
  • Certified International Property Specialist Candidate.
  • Member of Coldwell Banker Legends Society representing less than one half one percent of sales associates globally. The crème dele crème within the Coldwell Banker Real Estate Corporation.
  • Letters of recommendation from hundreds of clients. Email Rick
Chris Parlante - Office Manager/Telemarketing Coordinator

Chris, a licensed agent since 1990, is responsible for office management, lead generation, target mailings, our exclusive RSP program, and new markets.

Chris's extensive background as a former manager for the Naples Community Hospital Outpatient Department and office manager for Critical Care Intensivists has given her the experience necessary to oversee the ever expanding real estate team.

Chris prides herself in creating an atmosphere for her teammates to develop and thus maintaining the high quality of professionalism that people demand from a great real estate organization.

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The Parlante Group is a team of high energy, extremely dedicated professionals with an office on the cutting edge of the real estate industry.

Lyndie Bertoluzzi Schmolling - Listing Manager

No one knows Naples like Lyndie! Born and raised right here in paradise, Lyndie witnessed first-hand how quickly an area like this can grow from a little fishing village into one of the most sought-after, hot-property destinations in the world.

Once a rental agent on nearby Marco Island, Lyndie has an insider’s savvy when it comes to real estate transactions. As Listing Manager for The Parlante Group, it is Lyndie’s responsibility to oversee the entire listing process – from list date to contract acceptance. Arranging photography, producing brochures as well as direct-mail marketing pieces, and keeping communications open between agents and clients are all part of the job.

As a native Neapolitan, Lyndie has that characteristically easy-going nature, but don’t be fooled – underneath she’s all business and 100% committed to your home-selling goals. Email Lyndie

   
Susie Mehas - Buyer Specialist

Susie has 25 years experience in real estate sales, beginning her career in Cincinnati, Ohio.

She is very service-oriented and listens to the needs of her customers. Susie is aware of the local market, including individual homes, development communities and new construction. She is organized and committed to helping buyers find the home of their choice.

Susie's main goal is to deliver personal service to buyers and ensure a pleasant transition to home ownership.

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Jean Adams - Buyer Specialist

Jean comes to the team from the St. Louis area with 7 years experience in real estate sales in the Naples area, including both general and developer sales. She is well-versed in market trends, individual homes and communities, development projects, new construction, and all the amenities that Naples has to offer.

Whether working with families, singles or retirees, full or part-time residents, Jean's objective is to consider all aspects of the customers's lifestyle and interests, such as golfing, boating, social activities or shopping, in order to perfectly match the customer's needs to their purchase. She emphasizes the personal touch when working with buyers, in order to place them in the home that will best meet their needs. Jean's service goal is to ensure that every buyer finds the most suitable home, while enjoying a pleasant overall experience throughout the process.

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Paula Muehlen - Closing Coordinator

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Paula has all the attributes of a great Closing Coordinator – highly organized, focused, precise and intelligent. But Paula also has one thing more…experience. Knowing and understanding the entire process is essential to this job. With 7 years in the real estate industry, Paula is the one you want on your side of the table!

Originally from Massachusetts, Paula moved to Florida 35 years ago. Since earning her real estate license, she has moved steadily upward through several positions within the industry. She learned the ropes by starting out as a support staff member. As Assistant to Coldwell Banker’s Relocation Director and later as Supervisor of the GRES (Coldwell Banker’s Referral Network), Paula became intimately familiar with all aspects of the sale and forged critical relationships with agents and key contacts.

These relationships and experiences are invaluable to her now as Closing Coordinator for The Parlante Group. Paula’s objective is to see you through the final stages of your transaction, ensuring a smooth, stress-free process from contract acceptance to closed sale. Email Paula

   
Carolyn Bistodeau - Lead Generator

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Hailing from the chilly northern state of Minnesota, Carolyn took the plunge and permanently moved to Naples in 2000, after years of visiting “snowbird” style. As a native northerner, Carolyn truly appreciates the attributes of the Florida lifestyle. It is this appreciation that makes Carolyn a natural and enthusiastic Lead Generator.

This can be a tough job, and it carries a lot of responsibility. Carolyn spends 8 hours each day establishing new relationships – and cementing old ones – with buyers and sellers all around the world. She helps The Parlante Group grow their vast database of real estate contacts. When tapped into, this list produces a flood of inquiries and responses about the group’s listings. Because of our talented Lead Generators like Carolyn, when you are ready to buy or sell, we know exactly who to call!

   
Jennifer MacDonald - Special Projects Manager

Jennifer, a Marion Massachusetts native, comes to the team with over five years of sales and marketing experience. Her strong skills in customer service and relationship building blend well with her role as Special Projects Manager.

Jennifer is also a photography enthusiast and uses her skills to capture the right look for your home. She is conversationally bilingual in Spanish, a vital asset for this South Florida area. Her ability to perform multiple tasks is well suited for our busy office.

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For 12 consecutive years the Parlante Group has had phenomenal success with our superior marketing plan and non-traditional technique recognized by our buyers and sellers worldwide as outstanding and we want to do the same for you.