Having lived in and around Atlanta for most of my life, I am very familiar with both the city and the surrounding suburbs. I speak “realtor” fluently, as I come from a family of real estate professionals, ranging from commercial real estate brokers to residential housing and resort developers.
My real estate career began in commercial real estate in 1992. I was determined and driven, and as a result, I soon opened my own commercial real estate company, and began representing high profile clients including Cartoon Network, Kodak, and Paramount Pictures to name a few. After many successful years as a commercial real estate broker, I took a hiatus to start a family and to decide on my next career goal.
I wanted my next career move to be one that helped people live the lives they envisioned for themselves. Making a difference in people’s lives and creating and improving ideas has always inspired me, and as they say, timing is everything. In 2017, my friend and now business partner, Marian, (who is also a seasoned realtor) convinced me to bring my real estate skills to the residential side of the business. Marian and I both shared the desire to help others. From that mutual desire, we were inspired to develop a different approach to serving our clients, and a unique, concierge, real estate business partnership was born. Within 3 years of implementing our concierge business format, we knew that we were onto something, as we both began accruing accolades, recognition, and awards as top producers in our company.
To give you an idea of what to anticipate when you hire me as your agent, my greatest asset to you will be that I am involved in every step of your real estate endeavor. Our sale or purchase strategy will be clearly laid out and adjusted, as necessary, to achieve your goals. You won’t need to worry about finding the best vendors in Georgia to help you prepare your home for sale or facilitate a move to a new home. I have spent years assembling an ever-growing database of some of the best vendors in Atlanta, and in most cases, I use them personally. As your agent, you can count on regular communication with me and relax knowing that you have hired someone who is experienced, highly knowledgeable about the real estate market and who is a skilled strategist and negotiator both for buyers and sellers.
LIST OF AWARDS (2017-Present):
ABR Million Dollar Club
BHHS Top 2% Globally
BHHS Chairman’s Gold Circle
BHHS President’s Circle
Small Team of the Year – Listing
Small Team of the Year – Sales
"Over the years I have interacted with realty agents about 12-14 times regarding selling or purchasing a home. My wife and I recently contracted with Michelle on the sale of a property in the Smyrna GA area, and we found her to exceed the level of service of all those agents mentioned above. She is exceptionally knowledgeable about the business, and along with that she is compassionate, hard working and willing to do whatever needs to be done to attain her client's goal.
Without exception, Michelle is the best out there as far as we are concerned. We highly, highly recommend her for any property transaction.”
"You have been such a friend to our family. Keeping watch over our needs, listening, guiding, advising, working HARD to find a suitable buyer for our house...all done with your joy-filled, encouraging spirit.
We appreciate you, your caring and sharing, and your expertise in communicating and performance!"
“I recently started a new business, and needed to find commercial space for my broadcasting school/studio. Michelle was the perfect person to help me do just that. She was patient and extremely responsive to my questions. Also, her expertise and vision for the design and layout of the space helped me find exactly what I was looking for. She clearly explained all the details and managed the negotiation for the lease.
If you are looking at commercial property, save yourself the troubles and headaches and use Michelle Merrill!!!”
"Thank you for the wonderful job you did selling our GA home. You went above and beyond...Your attention to detail is second to none!"
"There are no words to describe how thankful I am for all you have done for my family. From the downsizing, finding the perfect place for Mom & Dad, and of course the sale of the house! You are absolutely the best realtor ever. You go so far above what needs to be done...My Angel!
From the bottom of my heart, thank you."
"Thank you for the excellent job you did in both marketing our home and in helping us with the downsizing and transition to our new home. Your sage advice on how to price our home and stage it was spot on. You really did your homework with comparables, so that our house quickly appraised at our asking price. At every turn you were there for us, and the marketing materials you prepared for us were first rate.
Your specialized services were a virtual lifesaver. We were frankly overwhelmed with the complexities of downsizing and you made it seemingly simple. We cannot thank you enough."