Jeff Chen

Learn about my early monopoly moment.👇 1. Bought my first investment property with my brother in 1992 when I had just turned 20. Joint tenants with 50% ownership. 2. Paid $350k for the property in San Francisco, rehabbed and rented it out for a 2.5 years with great cash flow. 3. Sold for $575k and took that $225k and rolled it into a new construction in a Discovery Bay with a 1031 exchange. 4. BRRRR rinse and repeat. Buy Rehab Rent Refinance (or exchange) and Repeat. 5. Leverage other people’s money to buy your first investment property. 6. Be on the safe side and have at least 20% down, don’t over leverage. I’ve seen people lose 20 homes because they over leveraged with just 5% down. 7. Learn more about investing and finding high cap rate investment properties around the country, or right here in the Bay Area. 8. You can’t go wrong with Real Estate as long as you hold for at least 5 to 10 years. 9. Own property for passive income. 10. DM for more info, I’m here to share how I got here. I tried to tell my friends and fam to buy in 2008-2010 when home prices in San Pablo hit as low as $40k!!! —Below what it cost to build. If only I had cash to buy more. I bought a 4bed/2ba home for $150k and now that rental is worth $630k with market rate rent at $3500/mo. Cash out Refinance and buy another one. Cash is King. Now is the prime time to buy and negotiate deals when we reach November and December of 2023 while rates are at all time highs of 8%. Update: Nov 2023 we saw rates drop to 6.5% and a swarm of buyers already started a frenzy of overbidding on homes. Buy fixers and rehab them to rent. DM me if you’re interested in learning more! Or text me at 650.222.6682 Cheers!! Jeff Chen #lifegoals #passiveincome #monopoly #realestate

𝐓𝐫𝐮𝐥𝐲 𝐡𝐨𝐧𝐨𝐫𝐞𝐝 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐢𝐧𝐜𝐫𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐛𝐥𝐲 𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐟𝐮𝐥! ❤︎︎ The Chen Team - Jeff, Eva, and Kelly - has once again been named RealTrends Verified, placing us in 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐭𝐨𝐩 𝟏.𝟓% 𝐨𝐟 𝟏.𝟔 𝐦𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐬 𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐰𝐢𝐝𝐞. This recognition means even more to us this year. Last year brought personal challenges behind the scenes, but we remained committed to showing up for our clients with heart, grit, and care. Some knew what we were navigating, many didn’t, but your trust, referrals, and continued belief in us never wavered. That support carried us through. As a team, we’ve had the privilege of helping everyone from first-time homebuyers to seasoned investors, condo owners to ultra-luxury clients. Whether you’re building a portfolio, flipping a fixer, or settling into your forever home, it’s an honor to guide you every step of the way. We truly love guiding our clients through some of life’s biggest moments. This isn’t just an award. It’s a reminder of what’s possible when you lead with purpose, stay grounded in gratitude, and surround yourself with people who lift each other up. To our clients, friends, colleagues, and community - thank you. We love what we do and feel lucky to keep growing, learning, and helping you find your way home. #RealTrendsVerified #TheChenTeam #TopAgentsWithHeart #BayAreaRealEstate #LuxuryToFirstHomes #GratefulAlways #TeamworkAndTrust #KindnessAndConsistency

SOLD $14,000,000 Another record sale on the books!!! 🙏🏼🔥 So honored to have assisted our sellers on the sale of this amazing estate in the desirable Professorville of Palo Alto. 3 years ago our Compass Houston colleague, & dear friend @christine.laborde.re , approached us with a possible referral opportunity. We continued to provide local market updates, local appraisers, zoning information and answered questions regarding subdividing. Fast forward 3 years later, when the trustees were ready to sell their mother’s estate we had the opportunity to be interviewed among 3 top Palo Alto agents by the 5 trustees. Wonderfully they decided we were the best fit based on our strategic approach, marketing and confidence. We immediately jump started the preparation work, luxury marketing, advertisement placements, branding and buyer profile targeting. We test marketed a higher price on Compass Private Exclusive to Compass Agents, then continued to push forward with an off-market listing on Coming Soon working to personally show every interested buyer/developer the large estate. After receiving a strong preemptive offer from a buyer (while still off-market), we worked closely with both the seller, buyer’s agent and buyer. Provided them everything needed to move forward to removing contingencies. In less than a few days after Coming Soon, we managed to go pending off market and closed in 45 days. Huge congrats to our clients and the new home owners! Feel free to reach out if you have any real estate related concerns or needs. We’re readily available and happy to assist. Warmly, Jeff and Eva Chen [Compass] 650.222.6682 | 415.971.5171 S/o to @ayeleon for the amazing fpv drone footage & edit! 🔥 #luxuryhomes #bayareagems #offfmarketsale #privatelistings #onlywithcompass #agentsofcompass #BayArea ❤︎

21 years of motherhood, never a nanny, nor a babysitter, you were the super mom to our 3 beautiful kids, now becoming adults. To the most beautiful mom, who I have been lucky to call my wife, my companion, my business partner, and the mom to our 3 kids. Thank you for being patient, loving, kindhearted, caring and being the rock and glue for our family. Love you forever. Happy Mother’s Day, babe!

April, wrapped 🌺 xoxo

What if your home didn’t just show well… but came to life? This one-take FPV tour, flown by the legendary @ayeleon , takes you through the home in a way that feels effortless, immersive, and unforgettable. And then we take it a step further— subtle AI-powered transitions that shift the home from day to twilight… warm sunset tones… the glow of fire bringing each space to life. No cuts. No distractions. Just one seamless story. Because today, it’s not enough to simply list a home— you have to create a moment buyers remember. This is how we elevate our listings. This is how we take your home to the next level. 📍 1769 Roberta Dr, San Mateo 🎥 FPV Tour by @ayeleon 🏡 The Chen Team | Compass Thinking about selling? Let’s make your home impossible to forget.

What if your open house felt more like an event buyers couldn’t ignore? We don’t just list homes—we create experiences that drive real demand. For this one, we turned a traditional open house into a high-impact event—featuring @olhsotruck , the first robotic kitchen on wheels 🤖🍜, to draw attention and keep buyers engaged. And it doesn’t stop there… we amplified the reach with 1,000+ local mailers to generate neighborhood buzz and bring even more eyes (and feet) through the door. Because selling a home isn’t just about exposure—it’s about creating momentum. Thinking about selling and want your home to stand out? Let’s talk about how we can elevate your next open house. — The Chen Team at Compass Jeff & Eva Chen 650.222.6682 | 415.971.5171 DRE# 020202360 | 02020235

🤫A quiet kind of beauty, tucked where you might not expect it. There’s something special about homes that don’t try too hard and this Parkside Eichler-inspired retreat is one of them. Thoughtfully updated while staying true to its mid-century roots, it offers light-filled spaces, easy indoor-outdoor flow, and a sense of calm from the moment you arrive. And just beyond your backyard, life opens up - tennis, pickleball, baseball, soccer, golf, plus miles of trails for biking and running, all just steps away. Set in one of San Mateo’s best-kept pockets, with water, nature, and everyday conveniences close by, it’s a place that simply feels good to be in. 1769 Roberta Dr, San Mateo 3 bed | 2 bath | 1,460sf Call for price. Parkside, San Mateo 🌸Eva Chen and Jeff Chen DRE #02020360 | 02020235 415.971.5171 | 650.222.6682 [email protected] #SanMateoHomes #MidCenturyModern #EichlerInspired

Something Brewing in Parkside, San Mateo Stay Tuned…

We built a business together… and still genuinely enjoy each other. Just growing side by side 🤍 Husband + wife at Compass = double the strengths, double the opinions 😅 The truth? We don’t do everything together. We stay in our lane. But sometimes it takes a team to get things done. One of us leads. One of us supports. One of us pushes. One of us grounds. Because the best teams aren’t identical — they’re complementary. We’ve learned:✔️ Play to your strengths✔️ Respect each other’s weaknesses✔️ Communicate (even when it’s uncomfortable)✔️ Protect time that has nothing to do with real estate It’s not always easy. It takes sacrifice, boundaries, and a lot of patience. But building a life + a brand together? Worth it. Every time. Jeff & Eva Chen The Chen Team | Compass 650.222.6682 | 415.971.5171 DRE 02020235 | 02020360 Serving with Passion + Efficiency Thinking with Strategy + Expertise Want to meet us in person? Join us this Friday 4/24/26 in Parkside 📍1769 Roberta Dr, San Mateo 🇰🇷For a free KBBQ meal on us (5-7pm) OLHSO Korean BBQ Robotic Truck on Site. Listed by The Chen Team for $1,500,000 3 bed / 2 bath Mid Century Modern 1460sf Updated in 2026. New Foundation. New Primary Bath. #TheChenTeam #CompassRealEstate #HusbandAndWifeTeam #RealEstateLife #worktogetherstaytogether❤️

Good times in Healdsburg, CA Top Producers Summit

❤︎︎ Grateful for the opportunity to attend the NorCal Top Producers Summit alongside some of the most inspiring agents in Compass Northern California. # Jeff and I almost talked ourselves out of going (spring market has us busy!), but we’re so glad we didn’t. How do you pass up a chance to learn, grow, and connect when it’s just a quick drive away? What I love most about events like this is the reminder that success isn’t about one big moment. It’s about consistently showing up, learning, and doing the little things exceptionally well. From conversations with other agents to sessions on AI, leadership, and what makes Compass feel both big and boutique, we walked away energized and full of ideas to better serve our clients. Also, huge thank you to the organizers. Every detail was thoughtful, seamless, and beautifully done. You can really feel the care behind it. Feeling grateful for this community, for the people who trust us, and for the opportunity to keep growing so we can show up even better for every client we serve 🤍 #Grateful #RealEstateLife #Compass #TopProducers NeverStopLearning