Lee Valdes
Broker/Owner
Lee is a Retired Vascular Surgeon, having practiced medicine for over 35 years in hospitals in NY, NJ, and Texas. Lee has always had an interest in helping people through important life decisions.
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Focused exclusively on Central Florida active adult communities, Bella Verde Realty provides structured, informed guidance for buyers and sellers navigating 55+ environments.
Our Story
More Than a Real Estate Company–We Are Your Partner
At Bella Verde Realty, our story is rooted in one simple belief, real estate is about more than transactions–it's about people, community, and trust.
For nearly three decades, we've had the privilege of guiding families, retirees, and investors, through life's big moves in Central Florida. From first-time buyers to seasoned homeowners, we're here to serve, advocate, and celebrate with you every step of the way.
Honoring Our Founder
Lorraine Valdes
Bella Verde Realty was founded in 1996 by Lorraine Valdes, a dedicated real estate professional with a passion for people and a deep commitment to Central Florida,
Her belief continues to shape our company's culture and the way we serve.
Lorraine's leadership, work ethic, and compassionate approach have built a legacy of integrity, relationships, and results that inspires our team every day,
29+Years Dedication & Experience
1000+Families Served
A LastingLegacy in Central Florida
Meet Your Bella Verde Experts
Miguel Elvira
Realtor®
Miguel Elvira has been a Licensed Real Estate Professional since 2000. Prior to relocating to Solivita with his wife, Maritza many years ago, he served buyers and sellers with steady guidance.
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Debbie Di Cintio
Realtor®
Debbie Di Cintio was born and raised in Westchester County, NY and has been selling real estate for over 35 years, working for developers in new home communities.
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Gloria Cherry
Realtor®
Gloria S. Cherry, originally from Baltimore, MD, has been successfully selling homes for nearly 20 years in the busy real estate market of Naples and Central Florida.
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Vicky Arenas
Realtor®
Vicky came to Real Estate Sales after a successful career in the Hospitality Industry where she honed her people skills while working for Hyatt and serving guests.
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Kathy Russo
Broker Associate, Realtor®
Kathy Russo has been a licensed, successful Associate Broker and Realtor since 1985. Kathy began her real estate career in Blue Bell, PA and continues serving clients with care.
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Suzanne Foels
Realtor®
I was raised in Buffalo, NY and after marriage my husband and I relocated to Denver, Colorado where I honed my RE skills. For 25 years I worked with clients through major moves.
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Credibility & Experience
Established Leadership in Active Adult Communities
Bella Verde has long-standing experience within Central Florida's active adult communities, including Solivita and surrounding neighborhoods. Our team has earned recognition for consistent sales performance and deep familiarity with community structure, HOA governance, and buyer trends.
Founder Lorraine was recognized as a top-producing agent within her market for multiple consecutive years, reflecting both trust within the community and consistent results.
Team members have also completed builder certifications within select Central Florida communities, providing insight into construction standards and new home processes where applicable. This experience strengthens our ability to guide buyers and sellers within structured 55+ environments.
Community Expertise
Experience in Active Adult Communities
Selling and purchasing within Central Florida's active adult communities requires detailed understanding of:
- HOA governance and fee variations
- Amenity access and valuation
- Section-specific resale trends
- Community approval processes
- Relocation logistics for out-of-state buyers
- Long-term pricing stability within structured neighborhoods
Our experience within these environments allows us to provide informed comparisons rather than generalized advice.
Why Bella Verde
Why Clients Choose Us
Clients choose Bella Verde for focused representation in Solivita and surrounding Central Florida active adult communities. Our approach emphasizes education, clarity, and structured comparison rather than pressure-driven sales tactics.
We guide buyers and sellers through:
- Community evaluation
- HOA understanding
- Market data review
- Strategic pricing
- Negotiation and closing coordination
