Michael resides in Setauket with his wife and two daughters. He is a recognized expert in his field who ranks within the top 1% in the nation in terms of sale.  He has appeared on News 12 Long Island televisions and frequently speaks at real estate symposiums.  Ardolino was named "Residential Real Estate Agent of the Year" by Long Island Business News in 2007 and 2008.  In 2009, Long Island Business News recognized him as a business leader by naming him one of the recipients of the "50 Around 50" Award.  He is one of the founding circle members of the nationally acclaimed "Isucceed.com".  Most recently Michael's had feature stories written about him in "The Real Estate Executive" by Author, Speaker and National Trainer Terri Murphy, "Newsday" by the real estate reporter Joe Catalano and in "Who's Who in Real Estate" in Long Island Business News.  He participates in continuing educational programs and is regularly asked to sit on panels at real estate seminars and certificate classes.