AREAA Greater Philadelphia

10/27/2026

AREAA GOT TALENT ✨

Greater Philadelphia Chapter competed in AREAA Got Talent at the National Convention in Frisco, Dallas TX. 🐎
The theme was Western and we incorporated fans, ribbon fan dancing, sword work, and contemporary martial arts.
We came in 2nd place behind 4 time winner San Diego.

Thank you to all the amazing performers: Minh, Nu, James & Van for your incredible creativity, beautiful artistry, & magical dancing abilities.

10/21/2026

MINH NGUYEN’S ENDORSEMENT
🗳️

It is with great honor and privilege I publicly announce my endorsement of Melissa Sofia for AREAA National President 2029.

Thank you to all of the amazing candidates and to everyone involved in the election process. It was an incredible opportunity to learn from some of the most phenomenal leaders in our organization.

you all did incredible and should be proud of you ourselves. I know each every single one of you would’ve been an incredible president.

Disclaimer: This endorsement is Minhdependent another reflection of my chapter. AREAA permits public endorsements that are independent and honors the rights of every member to advocate for their candidates.

10/13/2026

Join us this Wednesday!

Rose Hanh Yuan and Angela Nutter will co-emcee the Bucks County Nonpartisan Voter Education Workshop on October 14, from 7:15-8:45 PM at the Doylestown Township Meeting Room.

Learn about voter registration, mail-in and in-person voting, working at the polls, and voter resources. Open to all, with sushi and refreshments!

Register: tinyurl.com/Voter-Ed-Bucks
Tag a friend to invite them, and share this post!


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10/09/2026

CHASE • COFFEE • LEARN | Full Event Recording Now Available! 🎬✨
A huge thank you to everyone who joined us at Trung Nguyên Legend Coffee World for an incredible morning of connection, culture, and practical lending education!
From exploring the history of Little Saigon in South Philly to diving deep into Chase Bank’s lending programs—including the Chase Homebuyer Grant ($2,500–$5,000), Chase Agent Express, and specialized portfolio lending for self-employed clients—this session provided valuable tools to elevate your real estate business.
Missed the event or want to rewatch the Q&A on ITIN loans, LLC financing, and mixed-use properties? The full recording is now live on our YouTube channel:
🔗 Watch full video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uiyh39SXG6g
Featured Timestamps:
[02:46] Cultural Heritage: The Story of Little Saigon on Washington Ave
[06:24] Chase Bank Lending Solutions & Agent Express Program
[12:28] Homebuyer Grant Eligibility Breakdown
[30:30] Remarks by AREAA GP President-Elect Don Lee
[36:09] Cross-association collaboration with NAHREP & PMBR
Tag your fellow agents and save this video for your lending toolbox!

AREAA Greater Philadelphia was proud to host a special networking a...

10/05/2026

CHASE. 🏦 COFFEE. ☕️ LEARN 📚
Brewing Wealth. Building Futures 🌇

✨ Presented by Greater Philadelphia AREAA (Asian Real Estate Association of America) & CHASE Bank, Platinum Sponsor

JOIN the Asian Real Estate Association of America (AREAA) Greater Philadelphia Chapter and Chase Bank for an engaging Lunch & Learn at Trung Nguyen Coffee.

Enjoy authentic Vietnamese coffee, meaningful conversations, and practical insights to help you build and grow your business.

📍Trung Nguyen Coffee
113-117 Washington Ave Phila, PA 19147 (South Philly)
🗓️Wednesday, October 7, 2026
⏰10AM-11:30AM
🎟️ Free

🔗REGISTER: https://www.areaa.org/greaterphiladelphia/event/chase-coffee-learn-areaa-chase-bank-lunch-learn

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Become a member: https://www.areaa.org/membership-registration

Network with AREAA Board & members & CHASE.

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EVENT HIGHLIGHTS
🫘MAKING THE MOST OUT OF YOUR BUSINESS: Tools, resources & partnerships to help you grow your real estate business and connect with more clients.
🫘PUTTING HOMEOWNERSHIP WITHIN REACH: Chase homebuyer programs and lending solutions designed to help more families achieve the drema of homeownership
🫘OFFERINGS, ESPECIALLY FOR YOUR AFFLUENT CLIENTS: Jumbo loans, Asset Advantage and relationship pricing options to meet the needs of high net worth and self employed clients

Secure your spot now—register today.
We look forward to seeing you there.

QUESTIONS?
President: Minh Nguyen
Cell: (267) 628-8062
Email: [email protected]

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ABOUT TRUNG NGUYEN COFFEE 🫘
“Discover Level Coffee – a Trung Nguyen Legend franchise in the heart of Philadelphia. Enjoy authentic Vietnamese coffee, signature phin brews, and creative beverages in a stylish two-story space with a stunning rooftop deck.

10/02/2026

PENNSYLVANIA ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS (PAR)
DISTRICT 1-DIRECTOR

PAR Quarterly Business Meeting in Harrisburg, PA for the installation of the leadership of the Pennsylvania Association of Realtors (PAR) 2027 complete. It has been an honor to serve on the DEI Committee and Director for District 1-Philadelphia. Thank you to the leadership and first ever LGBTQ president of PAR, David Dean.

The Pennsylvania Association of Realtors® is made up of more than 39,000 Realtors® who subscribe to a Code of Ethics and Standards of Practice.

It is a $10 million trade association that is part of the three-way agreement between local realtor associations and the National Association Realtors.
there are staff, line officers, and 10 districts with district vice president and different committees and voting membership.

Approximately 1000 of the most prestigious Realtors across the Commonwealth Pennsylvania gather once a quarter for our quarterly business meetings in PA state Capital, Harrisburg.

The mission of the Pennsylvania Association of Realtors® is to protect private property rights, facilitate a consistent and reliable marketplace and promote the professional, ethical and successful practice of real estate.

This is in addition to my appointment as one of 10 Key City Council Liaison for the Government Affairs Committee of the Greater Philadelphia Association of Realtors.

I am honored to serve in these key positions in the City Of Philadelphia and across the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and I promise to diligently uphold my role and responsibility as a Legislative Liaison & Director for our trade associations.

09/26/2026

JAHSON WELLNESS COMMUNITY CENTER PLAZA FALL FESTIVAL 🍁🍂 & HEALTH FAIR 🏥🩺⚕️
AREAA THE FIRE HORSE 🔥🐎

AREAA President Minh Nguyen will perform a new contemporary and martial arts dance piece entitled, “The Fire Horse.”🔥☄️🐴🏇

Check out the program for your favorite acts!

Please come out to support the performers in your community and the Jahson Wellness Community Plaza.

Performance at 3:40 PM ⏰

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ABOUT THE JAISOHN FOUNDATION
The mission of Philip Jaisohn Memorial Foundation is to promote and fulfill Dr. Philip Jaisohn’s ideals of humanity through a broad range of medical and health care, senior employment training, and social services along with educational and cultural programs for the enrichment of the community.

The Jaisohn Wellness Center was established inside a senior housing complex in 2021 after a
depression and isolation-induced su***de. Since mental health support is taboo in the Asian
community, activity-driven programs and preventive health classes are provided to keep seniors
active both physically and mentally. Some of the courses include line dance, singing,
mindfulness, knitting, watercolor painting, senior math, Taichi, ESL, preventive healthcare
education, and Wellness Walk programs.

09/26/2026

JAHSON WELLNESS COMMUNITY CENTER PLAZA FALL FESTIVAL 🍁🍂 & HEALTH FAIR 🏥🩺⚕️
AREAA THE FIRE HORSE 🔥🐎

AREAA President Minh Nguyen will perform a new contemporary and martial arts dance piece entitled, “The Fire Horse.”🔥☄️🐴🏇

Check out the program for your favorite acts!

Please come out to support the performers in your community and the Jahson Wellness Community Plaza.

Performance at 3:40 PM ⏰

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ABOUT THE JAISOHN FOUNDATION
The mission of Philip Jaisohn Memorial Foundation is to promote and fulfill Dr. Philip Jaisohn’s ideals of humanity through a broad range of medical and health care, senior employment training, and social services along with educational and cultural programs for the enrichment of the community.

The Jaisohn Wellness Center was established inside a senior housing complex in 2021 after a
depression and isolation-induced su***de. Since mental health support is taboo in the Asian
community, activity-driven programs and preventive health classes are provided to keep seniors
active both physically and mentally. Some of the courses include line dance, singing,
mindfulness, knitting, watercolor painting, senior math, Taichi, ESL, preventive healthcare
education, and Wellness Walk programs.

09/21/2026

CHASE. 🏦 COFFEE. ☕️ LEARN 📚
Brewing Wealth. Building Futures 🌇

✨ Presented by Greater Philadelphia AREAA (Asian Real Estate Association of America) & CHASE Bank, Platinum Sponsor

JOIN the Asian Real Estate Association of America (AREAA) Greater Philadelphia Chapter and Chase Bank for an engaging Lunch & Learn at Trung Nguyen Coffee.

Enjoy authentic Vietnamese coffee, meaningful conversations, and practical insights to help you build and grow your business.

📍Trung Nguyen Coffee
113-117 Washington Ave Phila, PA 19147 (South Philly)
🗓️Wednesday, October 7, 2026
⏰10AM-11:30AM
🎟️ Free

🔗REGISTER: https://www.areaa.org/greaterphiladelphia/event/chase-coffee-learn-areaa-chase-bank-lunch-learn

*******
Become a member: https://www.areaa.org/membership-registration

Network with AREAA Board & members & CHASE.

*************
EVENT HIGHLIGHTS
🫘MAKING THE MOST OUT OF YOUR BUSINESS: Tools, resources & partnerships to help you grow your real estate business and connect with more clients.
🫘PUTTING HOMEOWNERSHIP WITHIN REACH: Chase homebuyer programs and lending solutions designed to help more families achieve the drema of homeownership
🫘OFFERINGS, ESPECIALLY FOR YOUR AFFLUENT CLIENTS: Jumbo loans, Asset Advantage and relationship pricing options to meet the needs of high net worth and self employed clients


Secure your spot now—register today.
We look forward to seeing you there.

QUESTIONS?
President: Minh Nguyen
Cell: (267) 628-8062
Email: [email protected]

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ABOUT TRUNG NGUYEN COFFEE 🫘
“Discover Level Coffee – a Trung Nguyen Legend franchise in the heart of Philadelphia. Enjoy authentic Vietnamese coffee, signature phin brews, and creative beverages in a stylish two-story space with a stunning rooftop deck.

06/24/2026

AREAA Greater Philadelphia Presents:
AREAA EATS 🥡🍢🥢

⭐️Celebrate the beginning of Summer with us at our next AREAA Eats Happy Hour!

📍Bao Button
2489 Aramingo Ave. Philadelphia, PA 19125
*Drinks, appetizers, and networking
🗓️ Wednesday, June 24, 2026
⏰ 4PM-6PM
🎟️ $5 for members | $15 for nonmembers
[members should have received an email or text with a promo code]

https://www.areaa.org/greaterphiladelphia/event/areaa-greater-philadelphia-presents-areaa-eats-summer-happy-hour

🤝Come expand your network, meet fellow real estate professionals, and exchange ideas. Whether you’re an agent, investor, lender, or industry partner, this event is the perfect way to connect, collaborate, and grow.

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We are so grateful for the continued support of our members and community—it’s your energy and commitment that make our chapter thrive.

RSVPs are limited! Register Today. Secured your spot now—register today.

If you are interested in sponsoring this event or becoming an annual sponsor, reach out to us.

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Questions: Contact Cecily Cao
📞 (267) 984-3745
📧[email protected]