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My Bio
I have a masters degree in Psychology and was a research psychologist in the US Army prior to getting into the real estate business. I did psychotherapy with Army officers returning from duty in Vietnam.
I was in my 20's when I first entered the real estate industry and my "youth" was a challenge when working with people looking to sell or buy one of the most valuable assets in their lifetime; a home. I also started my real estate career working for my family's real estate company and fellow agents were looking to see if Daddy's kid could succeed.
Michael is currently on the Board of Governors of the Keller Williams Luxury Homes International, helping develop the acclaimed Luxury Homes Division International. Past President of the California Desert Association of Realtors. State Certified Broker Specialist & State Certified Residential Specialists, 25 years as Director of the California Association of Realtors.
Member of KW Global Property Specialists, Proxio with 585,000 international agents and 83 international language specific websites. Founded Keller Williams Realty in the Coachella Valley in 2003 currently with 4 offices and 550 agents, as well as Keller Williams in Redlands CA with 150 agents, and Keller Williams in Big Bear Lake/Lake Arrowhead with 80 agents.
Michael comes from a family of Real Estate with his Father starting their family real estate firm near Green Bay WI over 45 years ago. 3 brothers all Realtors, as well as a son, Heath who is his partner in his companies.
I have a master's degree in Psychology and was a research psychologist in the US Army prior to getting into the real estate business. I did psychotherapy with Army officers returning from duty in Vietnam.
This is absolutely an area of growth for us. I pride myself in doing a great job for our clients and yet I struggle with broadcasting our accomplishments. I am incredibly proud that on average we are selling our listings for 100-106% over LIST price in record time while the average agent is netting their clients 97% of list price. I am netting sellers up to 10% higher than I was in my 20's when I first entered the real estate industry and my 'youth' was a challenge when working with people looking to sell or buy one of the most valuable assets in their lifetime; a home. I also started my real estate career working for my family's real estate company and fellow agents were looking to see if Daddy's kid could succeed.
3. Family brokerage in Green Bay WI was #1, then relocated to CA and worked for a small boutique firm in Palm Desert, then ReMax.
Working for a family business gave me the opportunity to participate in a lot of training and education while working for the small boutique firm gave me the opportunity to be tutored by the broker/owner and ReMax provided the opportunity to expand my referral network.
#1 team with ReMax
Realtor of the Year with California Desert Association of Realtors
CRB of the Year (Certified Real Estate Broker) from NAR Pinacle Award
President of the Calif. Desert Association of Realtors
President of the Southern CA Chapter of Certified Real Estate Brokers
President of the Southern CA Chapter of the Certified Residential Specialists
Top producer Eve Ownbey Real Estate
Recently my son Heath was awarded Multiple Market Centers General Manager of the Year for the Keller Williams Inland Empire Region.
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We use Yelp as well as testimonials from clients and always ask for those positive reviews from our buyers and sellers.
Keller Williams is the largest real estate company worldwide. Our referral network is incredible in matching buyers and sellers with top professionals. Our tech platform has created the ultimate customer experience in a timely, consistent manner. My team provides our clients with 24/7 service.