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Mary Miller Brings Clients A Lifetime Of Experience In The Wellington Area

Mary Miller Brings Clients A Lifetime Of Experience In The Wellington Area

When real estate professional Mary Miller of Illustrated Properties accompanies clients on their search for possible new homes in Wellington or the surrounding area, she’s squarely in her comfort zone.

“I am a true South Florida native who grew up in the western communities and graduated from Wellington High School in 1992,” she said.

Miller’s first career started at Print It Plus in Royal Palm Beach, where she was employed for more than two decades. It prepared her for her current role as a Realtor.

“Direct experience collaborating with numerous local business owners, helping them to grow their businesses within marketing budgets, project management and demanding deadlines have shaped me into the detail-oriented person I am today,” Miller said.

That close involvement with clients, as well as her willingness to immerse herself in every level of the real estate process, has brought Miller much success. She knows that trust must be earned in order to get the job done right for those she’s working with. Her expertise, confidence and commitment are huge factors in helping her reach that goal.

“As a Realtor with Illustrated Properties in Wellington, I enjoy helping individuals and families as I guide them through the process of buying or selling a home,” she said. “My business management experience, along with my extensive knowledge of the local area, guarantees you the best real estate transaction with the least amount of stress.”

Miller didn’t wind up at Illustrated Properties by accident. She was looking to be part of an organization that could not only utilize her unique skill set to the fullest, but also offer her the widest possible client base.

“I chose Illustrated Properties because they are Florida’s largest, independently owned real estate company,” she said. “I am provided with professional market intelligence, industry-leading marketing and negotiating tools, and a network of qualified buyers and sellers across the globe.”

Miller is quite pleased with the state of the current real estate market, be it on a national level or here in Wellington. She wouldn’t be surprised to see residential numbers swell a bit over the coming year.

“2018 is a great time to be in the real estate market,” Miller said. “Interest rates are still low, and the local market has been healthy and stable. This somewhat level playing field is good for everybody looking to buy or sell this year. Also, the intense winter conditions up north may have some seasonal visitors looking to make a home purchase this year.”

Of course, even a dedicated Realtor has to kick back from time to time. When Miller isn’t plying her trade and fulfilling the dream of a buyer or seller, she allows herself the enjoyment of simple but essential pleasures.

“In my personal life, I enjoy spending time with my family and friends,” she said. “I love to foster dogs and help them to find forever homes. My hobbies include painting, fitness, and relaxing at our local, breathtaking beaches.”

Illustrated Properties is located at 11924 W. Forest Hill Blvd., Suite 18, in Wellington. To contact Mary Miller, call (561) 324-6175, e-mail or visit www.marymiller.net.

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FACES OF POLO

FACES OF POLO

The New Year brings the start of a new polo season here in Wellington, which brings world-class athletes from around the globe to compete in “the sport of kings.” Along with the action — horse and rider pairs flying down perfectly manicured fields, all eyes on the goal — is a whole other set of entertainment, whether it is people watching, high fashion, tailgating, the halftime divot stomp, a luxurious Sunday brunch and more. The International Polo Club Palm Beach attracts the world’s top talent to play in its annual winter high-goal season. Once again, IPC is the place to see the high-goal action, but this year, Gladiator Polo also brings top arena polo action to Wellington. As we do each January, Wellington The Magazine is highlighting just a small handful of the amazing athletes you will see vying for top polo accolades this season. Turn the page and meet the Faces of Polo 2018.

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Faces of Polo – Diego Cavanagh

Faces of Polo – Diego Cavanagh

Argentine 8-goaler Diego Cavanagh had a great season last year at the International Polo Club as part of the Valiente team. Along with Adolfo Cambiaso, Matias Torres Zavaleta and Bob Jornayvaz, Cavanagh captured IPC’s three 26-goal tournaments, winning the C.V. Whitney Cup, the USPA Gold Cup and the U.S. Open Polo Championship. The final moments of the season were all Cavanagh’s. In overtime, he broke out of the back end of the line-up to put the ball through the posts to hand Valiente the 13-12 victory. Cavanagh scored 92 goals across 15 games and went 57 for 78 on penalty shots. He returns to South Florida after a busy summer, which included a stop at the inaugural Colorado Open and victory at the San Jorge Open in Argentina.

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Faces of Polo – Adolfo Cambiaso

Faces of Polo – Adolfo Cambiaso

Argentine superstar Adolfo Cambiaso remains the top-ranked polo player in the game with a 10-goal handicap and more wins than any other current player. Cambiaso continued on his road to victory in 2017, capturing polo’s Triple Crown with Valiente, winning the U.S. Open, the USPA Gold Cup and the C.V. Whitney Cup at the International Polo Club Palm Beach in Wellington. He scored 58 goals in 15 games last season at IPC. Cambiaso continues to awe and amaze spectators and players alike, racking up tournament victories around the world in 2017. He ended the year back home in Argentina, once again capturing the Argentine Open crown with La Dolfina.

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Faces of Polo – Facundo Pieres

Faces of Polo – Facundo Pieres

From a well-known polo-playing family, 10-goaler Facundo Pieres is currently the No. 2-ranked player in the world, according to Polo World Tour. The talented Argentine continues to dazzle the crowd with his expert stickwork and horsemanship. In 2017, Pieres won the British Open with King Power Foxes, the Sotogrande Gold Cup with Ayala and the Hurlingham Open with Ellerstina. He played the 26-goal season at the International Polo Club last year with Orchard Hill, coming just one goal away from victory, falling to Valiente 13-12 in overtime. He scored 105 goals in 16 games last season at IPC and went 56 for 73 in penalty shots. Pieres is currently slated to start the 2018 season playing in the 20-goal season on the Sonny Hill team.

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Faces of Polo – Matias Torres Zavaleta

Faces of Polo – Matias Torres Zavaleta

Argentine 6-goaler Matias Torres Zavaleta went all the way last season at the International Polo Club Palm Beach, achieving polo’s elusive Triple Crown with his Valiente teammates. Along with the legendary Adolfo Cambiaso, Diego Cavanagh and patron Bob Jornayvaz, Zavaleta ran the table on IPC’s 26-goal tournaments in 2017, winning the C.V. Whitney Cup, the USPA Gold Cup and the U.S. Open Polo Championship. Zavaleta’s contributions in the U.S. Open final earned him MVP honors. Zavaleta scored 40 goals across 14 games at IPC last season and went 7 for 8 on penalty shots. Zavaleta heads back to Wellington after a busy off season, which included a stop at the inaugural Colorado Open Polo Tournament in August.

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Faces of Polo – Alfredo Cappella

Faces of Polo – Alfredo Cappella

Alfredo Cappella, a 9-goaler from El Trebol, Argentina, was in the United States last winter to play in the U.S. Open Polo Championship at the International Polo Club Palm Beach. He was on the Travieso team with Teo Calle, Sebastian Merlos and Mariano Gonzalez. Cappella played in the No. 4 position. The team had a great run, making it all the way to the semifinals, where Travieso fell to eventual tournament winner Valiente. Cappella was a key player in the team’s 12-10 quarterfinal victory over Coca-Cola. Also last season, Cappella made it to the finals of the Dubai Gold Cup with the Abu Dhabi team.

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Faces of Polo – Julio Arellano

Faces of Polo – Julio Arellano

At 8 goals, Julio Arellano is one of the highest-rated American polo players. A lifelong player, Arellano has anchored Gillian Johnston’s Coca-Cola team for years. Now in his 40s, he has won the U.S. Open Polo Championship no less than three times and is known as a pressure player. His team won the Ylvisaker Cup at the International Polo Club Palm Beach last season, and Coca-Cola made it to the final match of the USPA Gold Cup before falling to Valiente. He also took part in the inaugural season of Gladiator Polo, the new arena polo series in Wellington. He will be back in action for Coca-Cola during IPC’s 20-goal series.

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Faces of Polo – Sebastian Merlos

Faces of Polo – Sebastian Merlos

Sebastian Merlos is one of the few elite polo players in the world to achieve the coveted 10-goal ranking. Currently playing as a 9-goaler, he has captured the titles of every major tournament in more than 18 countries. He counts three U.S. Opens at the International Polo Club Palm Beach among his successes, as well as victories at the British Open and the Argentine Open. Merlos has a fierce passion for horses, making him one of the strongest horsemen playing polo today. Merlos played for Travieso in 2017, making it all the way to the semifinals of the U.S. Open with teammates Teo Calle, Mariano Gonzalez and Alfredo Capella before falling to eventual champion Valiente. He will be back in action on Travieso for the 20-goal season at IPC.

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Faces of Polo – “Sapo” Caset Jr.

Faces of Polo – “Sapo” Caset Jr.

Argentine 10-goaler Guillermo “Sapo” Caset Jr. was riding by age five, hitting a polo ball around the field. During his teenage years, he quickly soared from a 1-goal handicap to a 6-goal handicap. By 2011, Caset had established himself as one of the best players in the world, reaching the coveted 10-goal rating. Polo runs in his family; his father held a 7-goal handicap. Last year, Caset competed in the Hurlingham Open Final with Alegria and the Deauville Gold Cup Semifinal with Talandracas. He played at the International Polo Club Palm Beach last season with Jeff Hildebrand, Facundo Obregon and his cousin, Costi Caset, on the Tonkawa team, advancing to the final match of the Ylvisaker Cup. He will be back in action with Tonkawa in 2018.

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