Rick Chen

On this episode of Realtor Conversations, we are joined by Rick Chen of Sotheby’s International. Rick’s parents first came to the US from China with dreams of one day buying a home, and he was exposed to that process at a young age. Rick has a degree in retail merchandising and has worked in finance, sold cars, and also spent time working in technology sales. Ultimately, Rick was searching for the career of a lifetime when he finally got into real estate after meeting a very successful local realtor.

 

In this episode:

• Why Rick prefers the “athleisure” aesthetic.
• Why he chose a real estate career even though he was warned against it.
• What Rick loves about working at Sotheby’s.
• The kind of work culture an agent should seek out.
• The unique way Sotheby’s evolved into real estate.
• Why first-time home buyers are eager right now.
• What demographics are moving the most in the current market.
• Why Rick says that if you can afford to, you should buy.
• Why you should focus on your current needs to motivate your decisions.
• The most expensive local listing that Rick has seen to date.
• Tips that Rick would give to other agents.
• Why being humble is an important quality in this industry.
• The value in surrounding yourself with hardworking people.
• Advice for people who are thinking of buying or selling.
• How to put yourself in the best position to sell.
• The ethical way to handle a buyer inquiring about multiple offers.
• Why it’s a vital skill as an agent to ask good questions.

 

Contact Rick:

Phone: 651-246-8940

Email:  rick.chen@lakesmn.com