Sharlene Shineldecker

Sharlene Shineldecker is the Chief Operating Officer at Cherette Group, a position she has held since May 2024.12 She is a seasoned professional with over 36 years of experience in the real estate industry, specializing in Escrow Operations, training, and consulting.1

Career Highlights

Shineldecker's career in real estate began in 1986 when she started working for a mortgage company, processing and closing loans.1 She then progressed through various roles in the title insurance industry, including:

• Escrow Officer at Transamerica Title Ins. Co. in Grand Rapids (1987)1
• Escrow Branch Manager under the LandAmerica Transnation brand (1996)1
• Vice President Commercial and Residential Escrow at Transnation Title Agency of Michigan (2008-2023)1
• Chief Commercial Officer at Transnation Title Agency (January 2023 - May 2024)1

Expertise

Shineldecker specializes in commercial transactions and development, with over 25 years of experience in this area.1 Her expertise includes:

• Large commercial transactions and developments such as PUDs, Multifamily, Condominiums, and Senior Housing2
• Short sales, 1031 exchanges, and residential transaction management1
• Title curing and underwriting risk assessment1

Achievements and Certifications

• National Land Title Professional certification from the American Land Title Association1
• Certified Land Title Professional from the Michigan Land Title Association1
• Only founding female member of Transnation Title Agency of Michigan2

Community Involvement

Shineldecker is actively involved in her community, serving as a member of the Board of Directors at the Muskegon Lakeshore Chamber of Commerce.2

Education

She holds an Associate's degree in Business from Westshore Community College, which she earned between 1984 and 1986.1

Sharlene Shineldecker's extensive experience and leadership in the real estate and title insurance industries have positioned her as a valuable asset to Cherette Group in her role as Chief Operating Officer.