Michelle Macklin

Owner / Realtor®

With over 30 years of distinguished experience in marketing
and sales, Michelle excels as a premier real estate authority in the luxurious
residential markets of Scottsdale, Paradise Valley, Carefree, Fountain Hills,
Phoenix, Chandler, and Ahwatukee. Her profound understanding of the nuanced
local market dynamics and sophisticated area knowledge empowers her to adeptly
meet the lofty real estate aspirations of her discerning clientele. Holding a
Bachelor of Science in Business Management and a distinguished Guild Elite
member of The Luxury Home Institute amongst other real estate designations such
as, GRI, CRS and ABR all contribute to Michelle being a true Marketing
Specialist. Michelle boasts an impressive corporate background, including a
decade with Paychex, Inc. Her certification has enhanced her luxury marketing
prowess, enabling her to develop bespoke marketing strategies that present
high-end properties in their best light, attracting discerning buyers globally.
Her illustrious real estate journey began in Scottsdale, where she quickly
garnered accolades such as Rookie of the Year, and secured her status within
the esteemed “Platinum Club,” “Hall of Fame,” “Lifetime Achievement,” and most
recently named “Luxury Agent of the Year” for 2023 by the Arizona School of Real
Estate and Business and consistently ranking among the top 5 agents. In 2010,
Michelle co-founded Desert Platinum Properties, LLC, which has flourished under
her leadership as Platinum Living Realty, now boasting 100 + agents and four
opulent locations in two states. While she oversees the operations of this
thriving brokerage, Michelle’s true passion lies in personally guiding both
buyers and sellers through the complexities of luxury residential transactions.

A native of Scottsdale, Michelle is intimately familiar with
the high-end Arizona real estate market and the exclusive lifestyles it
supports. When not orchestrating seamless luxury home transactions, she
indulges in the rich tapestry of cultural and recreational offerings of
Scottsdale and enjoys mixing some pleasure with business while visiting her office
and agents in Newport Beach, CA. Michelle’s deep expertise extends to assisting
her clients in finding their perfect luxury residences—from magnificent estate
homes to exquisite villas. Employing cutting-edge technology and her
specialized luxury marketing skills, she ensures that every client receives
tailored, top-tier service, whether maximizing property values for sellers or
securing unparalleled opportunities for buyers. Michelle’s unwavering
dedication is reflected in the joy and satisfaction of her clients, marked by
successful sales and the fulfillment of their luxury living dreams.

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