Michael is recognized by the California Association of Realtors as a Graduate of The Realtor’s Institute. By securing a strong educational foundation, Ricks is a valuable asset to the desert Real Estate community. Working with either Hollywood Celebrities or Asset Manager’s from a Bank, Michael is equally comfortable. "People are just people and everybody basically wants the same thing. They want to know their needs are being addressed and that they are working with someone who is professional, responsive and has the experience to get the job done". Experience counts in the Real Estate Business, Michael has completed over 600 transactions in the past 17 years. Specializing in difficult and distressed properties, corporate owned, probate, bank owned (REO).