Michelle Ocheltree became a Realtor in 2014. Having called Wine Country home for over 20 years, with deep ties throughout Sonoma, Napa, and Petaluma, she brings a wealth of local knowledge and a passion for helping people find the right home and build a future through real estate. Michelle believes that Trust, Collaboration and Communication are the three tenants to a successful real estate transaction. Her clients repeatedly refer her to others, because she’s a trusted advisor and someone who will go the extra mile to meet her client’s needs. Prior to being a real estate consultant, Michelle had a successful career as an educator in Napa schools. This professional experience has given her a unique opportunity to hone her listening and negotiating skill set to achieve her clients’ goals. Strong organizational skills and clear communication ensures that components of the sale move along in a seamless fashion, with transparency for all parties involved. She is active in organized real estate and attends industry events to stay current in an ever-changing market. As a regular attendee at weekly marketing meetings and tours, she has a pulse on the housing inventory and knows how to gage the market to advise her clients before they buy or sell. She also earned her RENE (Real Estate Negotiation Expert) Certification to enhance her abilities to advocate for buyers and sellers. Michelle is proud to partner with Corcoran Icon Properties due to the company’s commitment to giving back to local nonprofits in all the communities they serve, and aligns with their philosophy of collaboration, support and excellence. Her dedication to the “client first” philosophy creates a true team approach. She often partners with other associates, in order to provide a level of expertise and concierge level service that stands apart from the rest. As a community advocate, she supports the work of Habitat for Humanity, Sunrise Horse Rescue, Teens Connect and other local non-profits. Michelle is an active member of the following industry organizations: National Association of Realtors, California Association of Realtors & North Bay Association of Realtors.