About Melissa

About Melissa Capellari REALTOR® | Listing Specialist | Buyer Specialist | Owner, Downsize NWI | Senior Home Coach™ | SRES® (Seniors Real Estate Specialist) | Certified Probate Specialist | Reverse Mortgage Loan Originator | Licensed Real Estate Instructor (Indiana) | Member, National Aging in Place Council (NAIPC) Based in Valparaiso. Serving all of Northwest Indiana. Referring world-wide. For more than 23 years, Melissa Capellari has helped first-time buyers, homeowners, seniors, and families in Northwest Indiana make confident real estate decisions. She is known for her service-first approach, deep industry knowledge, and the ability to guide clients through complex transitions with clarity and compassion. As a REALTOR®, SRES®, and Senior Home Coach™, Melissa specializes in aging-in-place planning, downsizing, senior move management, and transition support. As a proud member of the National Aging in Place Council (NAIPC), she helps older adults evaluate safety, mobility, home maintenance needs, and long-term housing options. Senior Real Estate Services in Northwest Indiana Melissa provides comprehensive support for aging adults and their families, including: Aging-in-Place Consultations Downsizing & Move Coordination Estate and Probate Home Sales Pre-Sale Repair Planning & Contractor Referrals Multi-Heir Communication and Decision Support Reverse Mortgage Guidance (as a licensed REMLO with Texana Bank) Probate & Estate Sale Expertise As a Certified Probate Specialist, Melissa assists families with selling inherited homes, navigating multi-parcel properties, and coordinating sensitive family situations. She keeps all communication transparent so every heir feels informed and respected. Industry Leadership & Education Melissa is a recognized leader in the Indiana real estate community. She currently serves as the 2025 President of the Indiana Residential Real Estate Council and sits on the NIRA MLS Board of Directors. As a licensed real estate instructor in Indiana, she teaches REALTORS® statewide. She also hosts a biannual class featuring national experts who explain ever-changing tax laws and how they impact real estate decisions. Melissa has also been selected to serve on the National Association of Realtors Federal Financing & Housing Policy Committee, Member: At-Large. Service Areas All Northwest Indiana Counties, including Porter, Lake, Jasper, Newton, and Laporte. Valparaiso, Chesterton, Porter, Portage, Hobart, Crown Point, Winfield, Cedar Lake, Schererville, St. John, Merrillville, DeMotte, Wheatfield, Hebron, Kouts, and surrounding communities. Community Involvement Member, Porter County TRIAD 2025 Junior Achievement USA - Board of Directors, Volunteer - 2005- 2019 Union Center PTO - Board Member, Volunteer - 2014-2019 River Valley Soccer Association - Board Member, Coach, Volunteer - 2011-2013