UBC Real Estate Club

Consisting of acquisitions, portfolio & asset management, lending, and others, a career in real estate finance involves valuing, purchasing, and managing real estate as an investment vehicle for profit, whether as an owner or a fiduciary.

Commercial brokers act as an intermediary between buyers and sellers of commercial properties, and often work with many investment and development firms to facilitate transactions.

Real estate developers seek out opportunities to purchase developed or undeveloped land, then either make improvements or construct real estate on the land, with the intention of then selling or leasing it for profit.

Real estate consultants are trained to analyze the needs and objectives of their clients, who are often investment, lending, construction or development firms, and advising strategies for addressing these needs.

Real estate marketing professionals establish promotional materials/activities on behalf of their clients, who are often development firms, investors, or brokerage firms, with the goal of maximizing the clients' brand and profile.

Property managers oversee the daily operations of a real estate asset, including rent collection, tenant requests/emergencies, property maintenance/repairs, and budget management.

Kathy is a 4th year Commerce student working towards a specialization in Finance. She takes great interest in Vancouver’s real estate market and has gained valuable knowledge through hands-on experience. As the Co-President of the UBC Real Estate Club, Kathy hopes to facilitate an environment for students to easily learn about real estate in Vancouver, while also allowing room for socializing and networking. Most importantly, Kathy hopes to share her passion for real estate with talented students in her community and is incredibly excited about all the opportunities that the real estate club provides to do so. In her spare time, Kathy enjoys traveling and exploring both domestically and abroad in hopes of gaining more understanding about what the world has to offer.

Siddharth is a 4th year Commerce student specializing in Real Estate and Entrepreneurship. Having been a part of the marketing team last year, Siddharth is returning as a Co-Chair this year. As the Co-President of the club, he hopes to provide a platform for students to gain valuable insights about the vibrant real estate industry of Vancouver and for them to connect with industry professionals in a comfortable setting. He wishes to expand students knowledge on the opportunities that lay within the commercial side of the industry besides just becoming a Realtor. Siddharth enjoys exploring and learning about different industries and hopes to operate his own business one day with the knowledge he acquires. In his spare time, Siddharth enjoys learning new instruments, weigh-lifting and photography.

Amy Liu is a 4th year student specializing in Real Estate. She grew up in Shanghai and joined UBC REC for 2 years. She is currently working in a real estate development corporation which has broadened her view of the field. She is intrigued by the unique real estate market in Vancouver. The outgoing and people-oriented personality she possesses will be a great fit for the industry. In her spare time, she will always be in gym, tennis court, and travelling.

Winnie is a 4th year Commerce student at the Sauder School of Business. She is particularly interested in real estate as she has seen the role that the real estate market has played in influencing the economies in the places she grew up, Vancouver and Hong Kong. Winnie enjoys reading and travelling as a way to learn more about the world and enjoys golfing as a way to relax. As a part of the UBC Real Estate Club, she hopes to foster a supportive environment in which like-minded students can learn from and work with each other within the Vancouver real estate community.

Daniella is an ambitious 3rd year Commerce student, specialized in Accounting and Real Estate. Having lived in Vancouver for her entire life, she has grown a passion for the real estate industry and has had valuable experience within development and property management. Daniella is eager to create connections with industry professionals and students within the club, and learn more about opportunities within the real estate world. During her free time, Daniella enjoys doing outdoor activities, especially hiking, golfing, swimming, skiing, and training for a marathon!

Jacob is a third-year Commerce student who is specializing in Real Estate. He is passionate about development and the challenges associated with adding value in a highly competitive industry. Jacob hopes to help UBC REC grow in scope and capability. He wants to make sure that first-year students can find a community at UBC where they feel welcomed. Outside of school, Jacob enjoys time with family and friends, skiing, and is an avid hockey fan.

Zane is a second-year arts student pursuing a double-major in Economics and French. He has a passion for real estate, particularly in the area of Development. Zane is hoping to help the UBC Real Estate Club grow and connect more students to the incredible industry! Away from school, Zane is a competitive curler, traveler, and huge tennis fan. He looks forward to another great year with the UBC Real Estate Club team!

Liam is a fourth-year commerce student specializing in real estate. Sauder's distinguished real estate program was a key factor when choosing a school to further his studies after a junior hockey career in the prairies. Liam previously worked at CBRE and is passionate about brokerage and real estate development. In his free time, Liam enjoys hitting the links for fun with friends on the golf course, working out and live music.

Anant is a 3rd year Economics student with a focus on applied macroeconomics on the finance and money markets. He is also minoring in commerce to well equip himself with the necessary skills needed to be a successful entrepreneur. He has a keen interest in learning how the economic models can help in understanding the housing sector, which is why he will be focusing his research thesis on Real Estate. In his free time, Anant enjoys weightlifting, playing the guitar and is currently also learning how to play the piano.

Ambitious 3rd year Peruvian expatriate specializing in Finance and Business Technology Management. My passion for Real Estate began when I read Rich Dad Poor Dad by Robert Kiyosaki. This book highlights the importance of financial literacy and building one’s wealth by investing in different types of securities and real estate. This book has greatly influenced my life as it has been one of the most significant factors that led me to choose my specialization. For this reason I am mostly interested in Real Estate Investing. On my free time you can find me at the gym, playing basketball, or fishing.

Saavin is an ambitious 2nd year Commerce student with a strong interest in real estate and marketing. Raised in the Vancouver area, Saavin considers herself fortunate to have grown up in such an exciting market that has allowed her to recognize the role of urban economics in public policy. She is excited to see UBC REC's continued growth this year and share her passion for real estate with other students. In her spare time she enjoys playing piano, reading and exploring beautiful British Columbia.

After exploring various cultures and diverse architectural designs over a four-month journey through South East Asia, Will is enthusiastically looking forward to a future in commercial real estate development. He is eager to furthering his education and completing his final year at UBC Sauder School of Business. Will hopes to blend his passion of real estate and love for skiing by developing ski resorts at new upcoming mountains. Will wants to educate his fellow students on the opportunities in the real estate industry. In his free time, you can catch him skiing in the back-country of Whistler Mountain, golfing with his friends at the university golf course and enjoying a cold beer on the patio.

Nabi is an ambitious 4th-year Sociology student with a minor in Commerce, completing his degree while simultaneously working in Real Estate as a successful residential agent. He began his work in the industry at the age of 19, connecting with contractors, renovators, builders, brokers, realtors, and financial institutions. Through his position as VP Internal, Nabi hopes to bring in his expertise in the field from day to day experiences and offer his knowledge about market shifts, policy changes and social media marketing to the club. Outside of work and school, Nabi enjoys socializing, networking, writing poetry and music, and learning new languages.

Heading into his 2nd year of commerce at UBC, Ivan is thrilled to be on the 2019/2020 Real Estate Club. He has always keenly followed the real estate scene here in Vancouver as he has been surrounded with a number of adults and role models involved in the industry throughout his life. He now looks forward to heightening this passion by providing and executing excellent events for the UBC student body, while gathering unique insights into the business.

Rohet is a 2nd year Commerce student born and raised here in Vancouver. His passion for real estate began at young age, while being immersed in the ever-changing Vancouver real estate scene. This is his first year on the UBC Real Estate Club team and looks forward to expanding his knowledge to different facets of real estate. As executive assistant, he is excited to work alongside all of the different groups that make up the team. In his free time, Rohet loves to spend his time outdoors playing a variety of sports, typically soccer with friends or a round of golf.