Jay grew up in the Automotive capital of the world, Detroit, Michigan and moved to the Valley from Ann Arbor, Michigan in 1996. Prior to Real Estate, he spent 18 years in corporate transportation sales, acquiring numerous awards and achieving the highest recognition in industry sales and sales management.

Jay has over 23 years of sales, marketing and management experience and started his real estate career with RE/MAX Fine Properties in Scottsdale . With an emphasis on Helping his agents succeed by way of education, research, hard work and specialized knowledge, Jay truly wants to see his agents grow and prosper along with the company. He and his wife Michelle and have successfully closed more than $150 Million in Residential Real Estate to date. Jay Attributes a large portion of those sales to his innovative efforts on the internet. "Lead Generation is absolutely critical to your future success, let me show you how to do it" After scoring in the top 3% in his Broker school class, Jay along with his wife Michelle decided to start Desert Platinum Properties. With an extensive background and knowledge in the local Real Estate market and Arizona Real Estate Law, Jay is committed to making their company a complete success.

Michelle has extensive experience in the Scottsdale, Paradise Valley, Carefree, Fountain Hills, Phoenix, Chandler and Ahwatukee real estate markets as well as intimate local area knowledge.. She works extensively to help buyers and sellers meet their real estate goals. Michelle has over 20 years of sales and marketing experience. She has a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Management and worked in the corporate world for 15 years, ten of which were with Paychex, Inc. Michelle started her real estate career with RE/MAX Fine Properties, where she was Rookie of the Year, a distinguished member of the "Platinum Club" and the "Hall Of Fame", and was consistently ranked as one the top 5 agents within RE/MAX Fine Properties. Michelle grew up in Scottsdale and understands the diverse Arizona real estate market and the unique lifestyles of its residents.

When Michelle is not helping her clients buy or sell real estate, she enjoys the wonderful attractions of Scottsdale. Not only is Michelle an expert in marketing for real estate in Scottsdale and its surrounding areas, she is extremely knowledgeable about all aspects of helping her clients sell their homes and buy new ones. A large percentage of Michelle's business is helping her clients purchase investment properties. From fix-up and flips to long-term rentals, AZ golf condos and vacation homes, Michelle is extremely knowledgeable in the area of investment homes. Michelle uses cutting edge technology to ensure her clients get exactly what they are looking for. As a listing agent in the Scottsdale and surrounding area, Michelle's extensive marketing plan gives a homeowner the opportunity to get the maximum value for his/her property. For buyers, Michelle helps to negotiate the best possible deal and search until she finds the perfect property. Nothing satisfies her more than seeing the smiles that come with a successful sale or the purchase of a lifetime.