Presidential, Inc.
Rowland Heights, Calif.
Represented by Allen Chiang
Description
Allen has earned the respect of his peers as well as the community by providing knowledge of real estate and teaching the process of owning a home for Chinese immigrants along with the reality of living in this country harmoniously with people of all backgrounds.
His philosophy is to commence with himself. Allen has earned six N.A.R. designations in less than one year's time. He attends numerous Asian Forums pertaining to immigration at the local broadcasting station. He writes articles and translates contracts into Chinese. His vast knowledge helps him influence the Asian marketplace by sharing what he has learned, both as an educator and as an achiever.
He trains his own agents as well as agents and brokers outside of his office to convey to the Asian population that it is possible to be a viable member of the community where they live, beginning with owning their own home.
Presidential Real Estate consistently publishes monthly real estate magazines in Chinese. Allen feels that the Chinese community needs to learn more about real estate and related facts, thus he continues to personally contribute $50,000 to publish 15,000 copies of the magazine each month which are distributed at supermarkets, bookstores and news stands. Within a short length of time, the magazines have gained recognition and are in demand. Allen believes in what he does and is always ready to share his background, education and success with others.
Allen provides pamphlets to potential new homeowners and has provided high school scholarship to seniors whose parents are new Chinese immigrants.
Impact
Allen's organization has grown in the fifteen years since he started in real estate; five offices with over 300 agents. Most all his business comes from referrals. He is trustworthy and loyal to his clients. They are comfortable with like backgrounds and feel safe trusting him with such an important part of their life as house buying. He accounts for over 1000 transactions each year.
Innovation
Allen uses the Golden Rule. He is successful in his own rights and generously shares his success with the people around him. He diligently involves himself in community affairs and is a political contributor.
He has served the Rancho Southeast Association of Realtors in many capacities including the presidency in 2001. He also serves as a director for the Citrus Valley Association. He has served on the Executive Committee of the California Association of Realtors and as a member of many other committees including the International Forum.
Allen founded the Los Cerritos Asian/American Real Estate Professional Club in 1997. It is now called the International Real Estate Club. The club meets six times a year not only to provide education and real estate information, but also food and fun. Membership in this organization is now over 300.
Minority Focus
His personal success as well as that of his agents speaks for itself. His activities within the Asian community are continuous. He is available to his community at all times.