Meet Michael
Mike Aanerud is a Central Coast native, devoted family man, coach, and seasoned real estate professional who believes success is built on trust, consistency, and showing up for people when it matters most.
As a husband and father, Mike’s life revolves around family. He and his wife are raising their children in Paso Robles with a strong emphasis on character, discipline, faith, and community. Much of Mike’s time outside of real estate is spent supporting his kids—whether that’s at the baseball field, in the gym, or simply being present at home. Being a dad has shaped how he approaches every part of life and business: with patience, responsibility, and a deep understanding that decisions today affect families for years to come.
Coaching is a natural extension of who Mike is. From youth sports to mentoring real estate agents, he has a genuine passion for helping others grow, improve, and gain confidence. Mike believes coaching isn’t about pressure or ego—it’s about teaching fundamentals, building belief, and guiding people through challenges with clarity and encouragement. This mindset carries directly into his real estate work, where clients often describe him as calm, steady, and reassuring, especially during high-stress moments.
Professionally, Mike brings over a decade of real estate experience serving Paso Robles and the greater Central Coast. He has built his business on referrals, repeat clients, and five-star reviews by prioritizing communication, honesty, and strong advocacy. Mike is particularly skilled in residential and rural properties, including homes with acreage, wells, septic systems, easements, and unique property considerations—areas where experience truly matters.
Rather than pushing clients through transactions, Mike acts as a guide and advisor. He takes the time to educate buyers and sellers, explain options clearly, and help them make confident, well-informed decisions. His approach is strategic yet grounded, combining market knowledge with a deep respect for each client’s personal goals and circumstances.
As a Certified Mentor with eXp Realty, Mike is also committed to helping other agents build successful, sustainable careers. He openly shares tools, systems, and real-world experience, believing there is more than enough opportunity to go around and that real success comes from lifting others up.
At his core, Mike Aanerud is someone who values relationships over volume, integrity over hype, and long-term impact over short-term wins. Whether he’s working with a first-time buyer, a growing family, a landowner, or a fellow agent, his goal is always the same: to serve well, lead with character, and help people move forward with confidence.
