When looking for the perfect house to buy or the ideal agent to help you sell, you need a passionate and confident real estate agent. This is where Michael "Smitty" Smith comes in! A seasoned realtor, an innovator, a trusted partner, and an agent. Real estate has been a massive part of Michael's life, giving him a competitive advantage over most real estate agents. Born and raised in the suburbs of Chicago, Illinois, to a real estate mother, Michael was exposed to the art of buying and selling properties at a very young age. At just 22 years, Michael purchased his first investment property. By the age of 40, Michael has successfully completed over 30 personal transactions. His exposure has helped him gain an extensive skill set ranging from knowledge of local marketing trends, analytical skills, and negotiation skills.Michael's love for real estate has helped him build a loyal and satisfied clientele and earned him numerous referrals. His business is based on 80% referrals from satisfied clients. As a longtime resident, Michael understands the complexity and technicalities of Scottsdale's real estate market. This has helped him guide his clients into making informed purchase decisions and gaining trust and recognition from them. He has sold a wide range of properties, including starter condos, high-end mansions, and investment properties, and has also remodeled a few of his properties.Michael will stop at nothing short of ensuring your ultimate satisfaction. He draws insight from his personal experience to give you personalized guidance in the property buying and selling process. His clients love him for his charismatic and easy-going personality, his responsiveness, and his timely nature.When Michael is not serving his clients, he enjoys breaking a sweat in the gym, hiking in the mountains, and playing golf.