Stephen Shiu offers unparalleled real estate brokerage services to his clients in both commercial and residential real estate. He excels at understanding and executing the needs of his clients. He has a great eye for for detail, clear communication, superb market analysis, exceptional marketing, and precise contract understanding and drafting. Stephen is both a seasoned real estate broker that hangs his license with BRC Advisors in Beverly Hills and an experienced real estate attorney that is licensed to practice law in California, New York and Arizona, having experience at a number of large international law firms.
For sellers, the culmination of Stephen’s marketing acumen, diligence, strong negotiation skills, breadth of contacts, and commitment to integrity has resulted in the breaking numerous sales records in both commercial and residential real estate. Buyers are inspired to purchase with confidence when interacting with Stephen. His listings and sales have been covered and highlighted across various media platforms.
For buyers, Stephen’s unique background results in superior market and property information, and the ability to address and navigate risks with greater ease. He provides incredibly clarity and fluid execution to a complex real estate transaction.
The value brought to a transaction by Stephen goes beyond what the average real estate agent can provide. With average real estate agents, many complicated parts of the real estate transaction would be punted by an agent to a real estate attorney. For example:
The average real estate agent cannot negotiate and interpret purchase agreements that would be deemed the practice of law. For instance, the negotiation of the initial deposit return and contingencies to closing are crucial to a transaction. Those terms in the purchase agreement need to be carefully understood, negotiated and followed.
The average real estate will not dive deeply into the title report, tile history and recorded documents. Title to property may be subject to easements, covenants, restrictions and other rights and encumbrances affecting the property and may materially impact value if exercised. Understanding the state of title and rights impacting title is critical. For sellers, being proactive and resolving title issues before getting into escrow will ensure higher value and a smooth closing.
Past clients include buyers, sellers, investors (institutional or mom/pop), and developers.
Property types include residential (condominiums, single family homes (split lot development and traditional), tenant in common interests, multi-units up to 4 units)) and commercial real estate (multifamily, retail, industrial, hospitality, and raw land).
Schedule a call or appointment to discuss how Stephen can be of assistance. If you have already a real estate agent, Stephen may still be of service if you need legal representation.