Background
Born and raised in the Bay Area by a long lineage of San Francisco natives, Michael has always had a deep love for the city.
He studied Construction Management and Landscape Architecture at California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, and paired that with an Associate of Science in Business Administration. After graduating, Michael immediately returned home to begin his career in real estate. His background in project management, design, and construction gives him a unique perspective on the business, combining technical skill with a genuine interest in all things San Francisco.
In his first year, Michael was awarded Rookie of the Year by his brokerage. Since then, he has had the privilege of helping clients buy and sell homes across the Bay Area, surpassing the $100 million mark by the age of 27. Today, he continues to build on that momentum as part of a four-agent team — alongside Mike Shaw, Bernie Katzmann, and Mila Gelman — ranked in the top 1.5% of Realtors locally and nationally by RealTrends.
Together, the team brings complementary skill sets that create a seamless, client-focused experience. From thoughtfully preparing homes for market to guiding first-time buyers step by step, their mission is to make buying or selling a home in San Francisco smooth, strategic, and stress-free.
At the heart of Michael’s approach is building lasting relationships rooted in trust. He wants to make sure clients feel heard, valued, and supported, and is dedicated to guiding them with honesty with the goal of delivering results that exceed expectations. As his team likes to tell clients from the very first meeting: “We’d much rather talk you out of a transaction than talk you into one.”
Outside of real estate, Michael believes in balance — no easy feat in a 24/7 business. He is a proud homeowner in Eureka Valley and spends much of his time in the neighborhood. A lifelong athlete, he prioritizes health and fitness and can often be found at the gym in the early morning. In his free time, you’ll likely spot him exploring one of San Francisco’s 200+ parks with his Golden Retriever–Labrador, Archie, cycling through the Presidio, or practicing yoga. He also enjoys ceramics, painting, interior design, and photography.
