David VanFossan
Ryan was awesome !! He kept us informed every step of the process. Gave us great recommendations on everything. We would definitely recommend Ryan Melville.
At a glance
- Team/Brokerage: SoldPHX at Keller Williams Realty Phoenix
- License: Arizona REALTOR®
- Specialty: Short sales, pre-foreclosure, distressed property
- Service area: Phoenix metro + Maricopa, Queen Creek, San Tan Valley
- Phone: 480-672-1721
About
Hi, I'm Ryan Melville.
I'm an Arizona-licensed REALTOR® with SoldPHX at Keller Williams Realty Phoenix. I built ShortSaleAZ.com because distressed homeowners across the Valley kept ending up with either too much fluff or too much sales pressure — and not enough straight answers.
Why short sales specifically
Short sales are one of the few real estate transactions where the agent's negotiation matters more than anything else. The lender's approval — the price, the fees, and (most importantly) whether the deficiency gets forgiven — all turn on how hard and how well the file gets pushed.
I've seen homeowners lose tens of thousands because an agent who "does short sales sometimes" didn't catch a missing deficiency release or missed a Fannie Mae guideline. That's why I specialize — not dabble.
How I work
- Every file, every day. I push short sale files daily, not weekly. Most lenders respond to the squeaky wheel — I make sure we're it.
- Deficiency release in writing. Non-negotiable on every short sale I close.
- You talk to me, not an assistant. From the first call to the closing table.
- Realistic expectations up front. If a short sale won't work for you, I'll tell you on the first call and point you to who can help.
Where I work
I focus on the Phoenix metro area — all of Maricopa County plus the fast-growing Pinal County cities of Maricopa, Queen Creek, and San Tan Valley. If you're outside that area, I'll refer you to a trusted short sale specialist in your market.
Beyond the transaction
A short sale is stressful — I know that. My job isn't just to close a file. It's to make sure you walk away with your credit intact, no remaining debt, a clear head about what's next, and referrals to a CPA and attorney if you need them. I've done this enough times to know the emotional and financial weight this carries, and I don't take it lightly.
What Arizona homeowners say
★★★★★5.0· 21 Google reviews
Paul Bruno
Shout out to Ryan who helped with the sale of my home. He took care of everything from start to finish (arranging open houses, negotiations with the buyers, all the paperwork, etc), kept me updated along the way, and made things easy as could be on my end. I was very happy with the process overall.
Seth Jenson Realtor
I feel super lucky to have Ryan Melville as my coach. The moment I met him, I knew he was the coach I needed. I’ve worked with awesome coaches and mentors in my nearly 20-year real estate journey, but Ryan stands out. He doesn’t just talk a good game; he walks the walk. Every week, my operations manager, Juliann Van, and I get to spend 30 minutes with him, and it's like a turbo-charged learning session. I’m always jotting down notes, planning things out, and listing the next steps and action items. If I could, I’d immediately put everything he teaches into action. Julie and I are a bit impatient like that – we’re always eager to get things rolling. Ryan’s advice is gold because he’s so committed to being excellent and knows his stuff inside and out. He’s not about half measures; he knows what works and he’s all in when it comes to teaching it. And he knows how to effectively lead people, which I'm passionate about. Even though we've only had a few sessions with him, we've learned so much and always walked away with exactly the takeaways and action items we needed. Ryan's strategies and systems are a game-changer for our team. They're helping us level up our whole business. Big thanks to Ryan for his amazing support and always being so engaging and inspiring – you make us want to do our best.
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