Meet the Team

Our Team

The dedicated professionals behind Your Life Real Estate — combining decades of Arizona market expertise, buyer and seller advocacy, and operational excellence with a client-first approach that gets results.

your life real estate team

Meet the Team

Michelle Shelton

Owner & Designated Broker

Michelle Shelton

Owner & Designated Broker

Michelle Shelton is the Owner and Designated Broker of Life Real Estate, bringing extensive experience in Arizona real estate, leadership, education, and professional development. She is a dedicated lifelong learner who regularly participates in real estate conferences, industry training, and continuing education.

As a Certified Educator Instructor and active Arizona REALTOR®, Michelle is committed to supporting both her clients and the real estate profession. Her leadership experience includes serving in multiple roles with ARMLS and other Arizona real estate organizations, reflecting her commitment to industry standards, education, and professional excellence.

Credentials & Leadership

ARMLS Leadership & Board Experience
Certified Educator Instructor
Multiple Arizona real estate industry leadership roles

Katie Miller

REALTOR®

Katie Miller

REALTOR®

Katie Miller is a results-driven Arizona REALTOR® with Life Real Estate, known for guiding clients through every step of the transaction process with confidence and care. Skilled in contract negotiation, market analysis, and strategic marketing, Katie brings a strong emphasis on building lasting client relationships — from the first consultation through closing and beyond.

Katie has a particular strength working with first-time and VA homebuyers, making the process clear, stress-free, and empowering. Her diverse professional background — spanning business ownership, operations management, and client services — gives her a well-rounded perspective that translates directly into exceptional communication, attention to detail, and seamless real estate experiences for every client she serves.

Credentials & Leadership

Licensed REALTOR®, Life Real Estate
Specialization: First-Time & VA Homebuyers
Contract Negotiation & Market Analysis
Strategic Marketing & Client Education
Prior experience: Business Owner, Operations & Client Services

Emma Shelton

Transaction Coordinator

Emma Shelton

Transaction Coordinator

Emma Shelton has been a licensed REALTOR® since 2019. Emma grew up in Gilbert, Arizona and graduated Cum Laude from ASU in 2018 with a degree in sustainability.

Emma is smart, wicked funny and a great addition to Team Shelton. She is the lead Buyer Specialist and Listing Coordinator with Team Shelton.

This mother-daughter duo work well together to manage the highly stressful situation of buying and selling. Their clients love that Emma has a fun-loving, kind approach to lighten any tough situation — and she can absolutely hold her own in pushy situations.

Credentials & Leadership

Licensed REALTOR® since 2019
ASU Graduate, Cum Laude — Sustainability, 2018
Lead Buyer Specialist & Listing Coordinator, Team Shelton
2021–2022 Appeals Committee, ARMLS

Jonna Belonguel

Marketing & Operations Coordinator

Jonna Belonguel

Marketing & Operations Coordinator

Jonna supports the team across marketing, operations, administration, and digital systems. She manages websites, SEO, social media, technology, and internal workflows while providing project and executive support to help keep the business organized and running smoothly.

Credentials & Leadership

Operations, Marketing & Administrative Management
Website, SEO & Digital Marketing Management
Workflow Automation & Systems Development

Trusted Resources

Preferred Partners & Resources

Trusted vendors and tools we recommend to our Arizona buyers and sellers.

Mortgage

Jared Thom — Mortgage Lender

A trusted lending partner for Your Life Real Estate buyers. Jared specializes in Arizona purchase loans.

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Mortgage

Ted Canto — Mortgage Lender

Ted brings deep Arizona lending expertise and a commitment to finding the right loan product for every buyer.

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Mortgage

Brian Yampolsky — Mortgage Lender

Brian is a seasoned Arizona mortgage professional who helps buyers navigate financing with clarity and confidence.

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MLS Search

Flexmls — Search Like a REALTOR®

Full access to the Arizona Regional Multiple Listing System — the same database REALTORS® use, updated in real time.

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Video

Your Life Real Estate — YouTube Channel

Watch Arizona real estate tips, market updates, neighborhood tours, and home buying and selling advice from the Your Life Real Estate team.

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Whether you're buying, selling, or just exploring your options, our team is here to guide you every step of the way.