Our Team

Owner, Broker & REALTOR® | Bluewater Realty

With a career built on design, housing and a genuine commitment to helping people feel at home, Melanie Taylor is the Owner, Broker and an active REALTOR® with Bluewater Realty. She brings a distinctive combination of real estate expertise, design knowledge and practical experience to every client relationship.

Before entering real estate, Melanie spent more than 25 years in the design industry, specializing in millwork and space planning. That experience developed an eye for detail and an understanding of how thoughtful design can transform not only a property, but the way people live within it. Her career naturally evolved into real estate, where her design background, business experience and commitment to exceptional client service have become invaluable assets.

Since 2017, Melanie has developed particular expertise in manufactured and modular housing, land-lease communities, residential development and attainable housing solutions . Her experience in this specialized area of the industry gives her a depth of knowledge that allows her to confidently guide clients through transactions that can often involve considerations beyond a traditional home purchase or sale.

As the Owner and Broker of Bluewater Realty, Melanie has built her business around a simple philosophy: quality of service matters more than quantity of transactions. She believes exceptional real estate service begins with listening, continues with knowledgeable and straightforward advice, and is strengthened by relationships built on trust.

Known for her professionalism, strong communication and unwavering integrity, Melanie approaches every transaction with the same level of care and attention. Whether representing a first-time buyer, experienced homeowner, seller, investor or someone exploring a different approach to home ownership, her goal is to ensure her clients understand their options and feel confident in the decisions they make.

Melanie is equally proud to remain an active REALTOR® , working directly with buyers and sellers while leading Bluewater Realty. Staying actively involved in transactions keeps her closely connected to the market, the communities she serves and, most importantly, the people behind every move.

Outside of real estate, Melanie and her husband enjoy spending time at their home in Margaree, Cape Breton, along with their two beloved Bulldogs. Cooking for family and friends, painting and enjoying the natural beauty of Cape Breton are among the things that keep her grounded and reinforce something she has always believed: a home is much more than a property—it is where life happens.

Through Bluewater Realty, Melanie brings together the values that have guided her throughout her career: Heritage, Trust & Guidance. Her commitment is to provide knowledgeable, personal and highly professional representation while building relationships that extend well beyond the transaction.

Thinking about your next move?

Whether you’re ready to buy or sell, considering your options, or simply have questions about the market, Melanie welcomes the conversation.

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REALTOR® | Bluewater Realty

Julie brings a strong background in sales, negotiation, marketing and business development to her role as a REALTOR® with Bluewater Realty.

Her career began in the automotive industry, where she worked as both a Sales Professional and Finance Manager, gaining valuable experience in negotiation, customer service and high-value transactions. As an entrepreneur and owner of Infinite Element Applications , Julie also works with businesses to strengthen and grow their operations, further developing her skills in strategy, marketing and client relationships.

Julie is also a passionate artist whose work reflects her love of design, nature and storytelling. Her creative perspective brings a unique eye to real estate marketing, property presentation and creating authentic, engaging content.

As a REALTOR®, Julie combines her business experience, strong negotiation instincts and creative approach with a genuine commitment to her clients. She takes the time to understand what matters to them, communicate clearly and provide thoughtful guidance throughout the buying and selling process.

As part of Bluewater Realty, Julie shares our commitment to quality of service over quantity of transactions and to building relationships founded on professionalism and trust.

Heritage. Trust. Guidance.

Whether you're buying, selling or simply exploring your options, Julie welcomes the conversation.

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Deal Co-ordinator | Bluewater Realty

For Raina Lawson-Durst, becoming a licensed real estate professional is the natural next step in a career already firmly rooted in the industry.

With four years of experience as a Deal Co-ordinator, Raina has worked behind the scenes on countless real estate transactions, developing a strong understanding of the process from accepted offer through to closing. Throughout that experience, she knew that working directly with buyers and sellers was ultimately where her passion and career would lead.

Raina has successfully completed her real estate course and is currently preparing to write her licensing exam in the coming weeks. In the meantime, she continues to support the Bluewater Realty team in her role as Deal Co-ordinator, helping ensure each transaction moves forward smoothly and important details and timelines are carefully managed.

Highly organized and detail-oriented, Raina is known for her strong communication skills, exceptional client relations and natural curiosity. She asks thoughtful questions, enjoys finding answers and has an ability to anticipate next steps while remaining calm and focused throughout the process.

Raina approaches real estate with enthusiasm, professionalism and a genuine desire to help people. As she works toward becoming licensed, she looks forward to building on her industry experience and eventually supporting buyers and sellers directly through their real estate journeys.

As part of Bluewater Realty, Raina shares our commitment to quality of service over quantity of transactions and to building lasting relationships based on professionalism, communication and trust.

Heritage. Trust. Guidance.

Whether you’re connecting with the Bluewater Realty team or simply exploring what’s next, Raina is always happy to help.

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REALTOR® | Bluewater Realty

Olivia Irvine discovered her passion for real estate early, beginning her career shortly after graduating from high school. What started as an early interest quickly developed into a long-term commitment to the industry and a genuine desire to continue learning and growing within it.

Olivia later took a short break from real estate to start her family and further her education, pursuing a double major in Philosophy and Economics . Her passion for learning extends well beyond the classroom—she is naturally curious and continually looks for ways to expand her knowledge of real estate, markets, investment and the factors that influence property ownership.

In addition to her work as a REALTOR®, Olivia is actively involved in her family business as a Property Manager , providing her with valuable hands-on experience in property operations, tenant relations and the day-to-day realities of property ownership. This experience, combined with her education and real estate background, gives Olivia a well-rounded perspective that benefits both her residential and investment clients.

Kind, patient and approachable, Olivia has a natural ability to make people feel comfortable. She understands that buying or selling a home can represent one of the largest financial decisions a person will make, and believes clients deserve the time and space to ask questions, understand their options and make decisions with confidence.

As a REALTOR® with Bluewater Realty, Olivia brings together knowledge, patience and a genuine commitment to her clients , while sharing our belief that exceptional real estate service is about quality, not quantity.

Heritage. Trust. Guidance.

Whether you're buying, selling, investing or simply considering your options, Olivia welcomes the opportunity to help you navigate what comes next.

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