2023-24 Affiliate Directory

44% 29

First time home buyer share

26% 36

Age of first time buyers (median)

Share bought singe family home

Bought through an agent

Share of married couples

of single females

President’s Message

Ling Chow 2023

President

Welcome to the 2023-24 Affiliate Directory! The West San Gabriel Valley REALTORS® (WSGVR) has published an Affiliate Directory for our entire membership since 2012. We have printed thousands of copies to be distributed to WSGVR members (REALTORS®, MLS-Only members, Affiliate members, etc.). In addition, the Directory will also be available to Chambers of Commerce (Alhambra, Monterey Park, Rosemead, San Gabriel, and Temple City). Additional copies can also be downloaded from our website (www.wsgvar.com).

Affiliate Chair’s Message

2023 Affiliate Chair

On behalf of the Affiliates of the West San Gabriel Valley REALTORS® (WSGVR), I would like to thank the WSGVR Directors and Board Members for their continued camaraderie and support. It is my great honor to serve and be a part of WSGVR, which places high value on education and models true professionalism in real estate. Your affiliate family wishes you and yours a very healthy and successful 2023 and beyond. Please join me in supporting our affiliates in your real estate transactions.

WSGVR AFFILIATE DIRECTORY

BANK/MORTGAGE

BLINDS/WINDOW TREATMENTS

7Reasons to Work With a REALTOR®

REALTORS® are members of the National Association of REALTORS® and subscribe to its strict Code of Ethics. When you’re buying a home, here’s what an agent who’s a REALTOR® can do for you.

Act as an expert guide.

Buying a home typically requires a variety of forms, reports, disclosures, and other legal and financial documents. A knowledgeable real estate agent will know what’s required in your market, helping you avoid delays and costly mistakes. Also, there’s a lot of jargon involved in a real estate transaction; you want to work with a professional who can speak the language.

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Offer objective information and opinions. A great real estate agent will guide you through the home search with an unbiased eye, helping you meet your buying objectives while staying within your budget. Agents are also a great source when you have questions about local amenities, utilities, zoning rules, contractors, and more.

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Give you expanded search power.

Buying a home typically requires a variety of forms, reports, disclosures, and other legal and financial documents. A knowledgeable real estate agent will know what’s required in your market, helping you avoid delays and costly mistakes. Also, there’s a lot of jargon involved in a real estate transaction; you want to work with a professional who can speak the language.

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Stand in your corner during negotiations.

There are many factors up for discussion in any real estate transaction—from price to repairs to possession date. A real estate professional who’s representing you will look at the transaction from your perspective, helping you negotiate a purchase agreement that meets your needs and allows you to do due diligence before you’re bound to the purchase.

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Ensure an up-to-date experience.

Most people buy only a few homes in a lifetime, usually with quite a few years between purchases. Even if you’ve bought a home before, laws and regulations change. Real estate practitioners may handle hundreds or thousands of transactions over the course of their career.

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Be your rock during emotional moments.

A home is so much more than four walls and a roof. And for most buyers, a home is the biggest purchase they’ll ever make. Having a concerned, but objective, third party helps you stay focused on the issues most important to you when emotions threaten to sink an otherwise sound transaction.

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Provide fair and ethical treatment.

When you’re interviewing agents, ask if they’re a REALTOR®, a member of the National Association of REALTORS®. Every member must adhere to the REALTOR® Code of Ethics, which is based on professionalism, serving the interests of clients, and protecting the public.

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The West San Gabriel Valley REALTORS®(WSGVR) puts our members first and is excited to announce the grand opening of the new MemberHub. The WSGVR MemberHub, located right next to the Association’s headquarters at 1039 E Valley Blvd #203B, San Gabriel, is a workspace that WSGVR members can use for FREE during normal business hours of 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday.

The MemberHub takes pride with free WiFi, a conference room, multiple worktables, and a lounging space. The MemberHub also offers complimentary coffee and two computers for member use. WSGVR invites you to use the MemberHub to work or meet with clients, other REALTORS®, and Affiliates.

Need a mailbox for business needs? The MemberHub offers mailboxes for lease, providing you with the professionalism of a business address. Please see WSGVR staff for mailbox leases.

Want to access the MemberHub after normal business hours? WSGVR offers after-hours access to members for a nominal fee. See staff for details. Please come and enjoy this new member benefit: The WSGVR MemberHub!

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