Meet Rachel Sanford

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Rachel Sanford

REALTORĀ®

231.330.3075

A Northern Michigan native with deep local roots, Rachel was raised near the picturesque village of Alanson and spent her summers in the Upper Peninsula, helping at her family's business and working along the shores of Lake Michigan. She earned her degree in Marketing from North Central Michigan College in Petoskey, laying the academic foundation for a distinguished career in business and real estate.

With a reputation built on excellence, strategic precision, and refined client service, Rachel is a trusted name in luxury real estate throughout Northern Michigan. Known for her sharp business acumen, unwavering dedication, and warm professionalism, Rachel brings decades of leadership experience, clarity, integrity, and a personalized experience to every transaction. 

Before transitioning into real estate, Rachel held several management positions with national retailers, specializing in marketing strategy and sales implementation across the Midwest. Over the course of her tenure, she spearheaded groundbreaking sales initiatives, launched a pilot program that increased regional profitability, and was selected to appear in company-wide development videos. Her refined communication skills, strong leadership background, and award-winning track record directly informs her approach to real estate: data-driven, solution-oriented, and polished execution -making her a powerful advocate for her clients.

Today, Rachel leverages this corporate expertise to deliver exceptional outcomes across the luxury market. Whether advising legacy families, first and second-home buyers, seasoned investors, or those relocating to Northern Michigan, Rachel offers an elevated experience grounded in market knowledge, strategic vision, and a commitment to her clients' long-term success.

Deeply involved in her community, Rachel can often be found volunteering at local events, serving on nonprofit boards, and contributing to philanthropic initiatives. She enjoys life on the Inland Waterway in the summer and ice fishing in the winter, staying active in local life while maintaining a pulse on the evolving real estate landscape.

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