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★★★★★
"Lady Michael was super fast and always aware of up coming listings before they hit the market. Her knowledge allowed us to be on the inside edge of so we could act on deals that were attractive before the herd. In the highly competitive, post corona virus, market of southern California her agility was ultimately what allowed my partner and I to get such a great house! Thank you Lady Michael! " - Dylan
★★★★★
"Lady Michael is the absolute best best best. She was so patient with us as first time buyers and showed us so many places, over the course of months and helped us really understand the process and the market. She really took the time to get to know us and what we were really looking for. When we found our house, she moved mountains to make sure we got it. We are so happy in our new home, and so grateful for this wonderful woman who helped make it a reality. " - Christina
★★★★★
"Lady Michael brilliantly facilitated the purchase of our new home in Ojai, CA. We were first time homebuyers and found ourselves in a multiple offer situation and we were concerned we’d lose the property we loved to someone else. Lady Michael listened to our questions and concerns and with her years of experience put together a plan and offer that the owner accepted. "
★★★★★
"After entering escrow, we quickly realized we were involved in a transaction with a “challenging” seller who would be present at every showing, inspection, and walkthrough. It was awkward and uncomfortable, and the Covid-19 restrictions added to the challenge, but Lady Michael handled the seller gracefully while honorably standing by our side and making sure all of our rights as buyers were being carried out and met. She hired qualified professionals to thoroughly inspect the property and then she fairly negotiated the request for Repairs. We also benefitted from her many years of construction and interior design experience and were able to address issues that we’d not been able to see on our own. "
★★★★★
"Our experience with Lady Michael was outstanding.We entrusted her with the sale of our home during a very uncertain time (Covid-19). She went above and beyond, giving us comfort while we were physically away from our home. "
★★★★★
"From the start of our relationship, Lady Michael presented us with a clear marketing strategy, relevant data insights, and recommended upgrades that demonstrated her knowledge of the local market. While we were away from our home, she project managed upgrades, tastefully staged our home/landscape for the targeted demo, and negotiated on our behalf always ensuring clear communication along the way. "
★★★★★
"Since going through this experience, I realize just how important it is to have an attentive and responsive agent who is willing to do whatever it takes to fairly protect their clients while seeing the deal through. I highly recommend her to any one looking to buy or sell.. "-Roxann B
★★★★★
"If you have an opportunity to work with Lady Michael seize it—you will thank your lucky stars. I had my house on the market with an agent (who I considered a friend) for over two years. Lady came on the scene and eight days after we relaunched my newly spiffy house, it sold in multiple offers for waaay over asking. It REALLY Really matters WHO SELLS YOUR HOUSE. "-Susan R
★★★★★
"Thanks to Lady Michael's competence and professionalism, we were able to permanently relocate to our new dream home.. "-Susan H
"Lady Michael was super fast and always aware of up coming listings before they hit the market. Her knowledge allowed us to be on the inside edge of so we could act on deals that were attractive before the herd. In the highly competitive, post corona virus, market of southern California her agility was ultimately what allowed my partner and I to get such a great house! Thank you Lady Michael! " - Dylan
★★★★★
"Lady Michael is the absolute best best best. She was so patient with us as first time buyers and showed us so many places, over the course of months and helped us really understand the process and the market. She really took the time to get to know us and what we were really looking for. When we found our house, she moved mountains to make sure we got it. We are so happy in our new home, and so grateful for this wonderful woman who helped make it a reality. " - Christina
★★★★★
"Lady Michael brilliantly facilitated the purchase of our new home in Ojai, CA. We were first time homebuyers and found ourselves in a multiple offer situation and we were concerned we’d lose the property we loved to someone else. Lady Michael listened to our questions and concerns and with her years of experience put together a plan and offer that the owner accepted. "
★★★★★
"After entering escrow, we quickly realized we were involved in a transaction with a “challenging” seller who would be present at every showing, inspection, and walkthrough. It was awkward and uncomfortable, and the Covid-19 restrictions added to the challenge, but Lady Michael handled the seller gracefully while honorably standing by our side and making sure all of our rights as buyers were being carried out and met. She hired qualified professionals to thoroughly inspect the property and then she fairly negotiated the request for Repairs. We also benefitted from her many years of construction and interior design experience and were able to address issues that we’d not been able to see on our own. "
★★★★★
"Our experience with Lady Michael was outstanding.We entrusted her with the sale of our home during a very uncertain time (Covid-19). She went above and beyond, giving us comfort while we were physically away from our home. "
★★★★★
"From the start of our relationship, Lady Michael presented us with a clear marketing strategy, relevant data insights, and recommended upgrades that demonstrated her knowledge of the local market. While we were away from our home, she project managed upgrades, tastefully staged our home/landscape for the targeted demo, and negotiated on our behalf always ensuring clear communication along the way. "
★★★★★
"Since going through this experience, I realize just how important it is to have an attentive and responsive agent who is willing to do whatever it takes to fairly protect their clients while seeing the deal through. I highly recommend her to any one looking to buy or sell.. "-Roxann B
★★★★★
"If you have an opportunity to work with Lady Michael seize it—you will thank your lucky stars. I had my house on the market with an agent (who I considered a friend) for over two years. Lady came on the scene and eight days after we relaunched my newly spiffy house, it sold in multiple offers for waaay over asking. It REALLY Really matters WHO SELLS YOUR HOUSE. "-Susan R
★★★★★
"Thanks to Lady Michael's competence and professionalism, we were able to permanently relocate to our new dream home.. "-Susan H
About Lady Michael
Lady Michael McCraine, previously the owner and CEO of Fictional Homes, has built a distinguished career on a foundation of architectural and interior design studies at UCLA. Having accumulated twenty-four years of invaluable experience as a renowned interior designer, a strategic home stager, and an adept real estate agent in the Los Angeles real estate scene, she now brings her unique skillset to Compass.
Her ability to envision what a home needs to become a marketable asset sets her apart in the industry. She designs, implements, and manages necessary improvements with precision and creativity, enabling homeowners to present the most desirable, up-to-date properties. This distinctive approach, in turn, allows them to fully realize their equity and maximize their profit potential.
A cornerstone of her approach involves attentive collaboration with her clients. From the inception to the conclusion of a project, Lady Michael ensures she understands not only how her clients currently utilize their spaces but also how they aspire to live and function within them. This keen insight has led to her becoming an influential figure in various areas: assisting buyers in finding homes that truly reflect their desires, and guiding developers throughout the purchasing and building process.
In addition, she empowers sellers to market their homes for the ultimate sale. This includes elegant staging, high-quality photography, and accurately assessing property values. Her work with sellers emphasizes the importance of being fair and ethical throughout these processes. Furthermore, she has honed her negotiation skills to perfection, ensuring a win-win outcome for all parties involved.
Lady Michael resides in Venice and Ojai with her husband, two children, and a pair of beloved pups. Her interests span meditation, ocean swimming, classic and contemporary literature, surf lessons, Venice walks, kitchen dancing, Ojai biking, and craft-related activities. Additionally, she actively supports several charity organizations, including the Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund International, Saving the Survivors NPC, The David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust, and The Little Farm in Ojai.
Her ability to envision what a home needs to become a marketable asset sets her apart in the industry. She designs, implements, and manages necessary improvements with precision and creativity, enabling homeowners to present the most desirable, up-to-date properties. This distinctive approach, in turn, allows them to fully realize their equity and maximize their profit potential.
A cornerstone of her approach involves attentive collaboration with her clients. From the inception to the conclusion of a project, Lady Michael ensures she understands not only how her clients currently utilize their spaces but also how they aspire to live and function within them. This keen insight has led to her becoming an influential figure in various areas: assisting buyers in finding homes that truly reflect their desires, and guiding developers throughout the purchasing and building process.
In addition, she empowers sellers to market their homes for the ultimate sale. This includes elegant staging, high-quality photography, and accurately assessing property values. Her work with sellers emphasizes the importance of being fair and ethical throughout these processes. Furthermore, she has honed her negotiation skills to perfection, ensuring a win-win outcome for all parties involved.
Lady Michael resides in Venice and Ojai with her husband, two children, and a pair of beloved pups. Her interests span meditation, ocean swimming, classic and contemporary literature, surf lessons, Venice walks, kitchen dancing, Ojai biking, and craft-related activities. Additionally, she actively supports several charity organizations, including the Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund International, Saving the Survivors NPC, The David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust, and The Little Farm in Ojai.