Michael Trend

With the mind of a marketer, the eye of a designer, and the heart of an advocate, I help people move through real estate with clarity, confidence, and a sense of being genuinely cared for. I've spent the past decade closing 100+ residential transactions across Arizona--supporting buyers, sellers, and investors through everything from exciting new chapters to complicated life transitions.

At LOVE PHX Real Estate, I bring a human-first approach grounded in calm advocacy and strong execution--pairing deep local knowledge with a clear, data-driven strategy. I understand Arizona's housing stock from historic Downtown Phoenix charmers to modern new builds, and I help clients make smart decisions without the noise.

Before residential real estate, I worked as a Marketing Design Manager for a national commercial real estate investment trust. That experience sharpened my instincts for positioning, branding, and visual storytelling--skills I now apply to pricing strategy, prep guidance, and standout listing marketing. Today, I bring that corporate experience into work I genuinely love: helping people navigate big decisions with confidence, clarity, and care.

Originally from the Philadelphia area, I've called Arizona home since 2011. When I'm not working with clients, you'll find me exploring the desert and mountain landscapes around Phoenix--water skiing, paddleboarding, snow skiing, or hiking Valley trails. And when I'm home, I'm usually building something: residential remodeling and finish carpentry are passions that keep my eye sharp for quality, the small details that make a space feel right.

Key Metrics

 Top 2% of Arizona agents (2021)  Top 1% of Arizona agents (2022)  12+ years residential real estate sales  15+ years in marketing and design  Strong expertise in pricing strategy, prep/staging guidance, and value-add opportunity spotting