Mr. Ken Gijssen, Bldg Tech, AScT, CSO

President

Meridian Pacific Construction Inc.

"Thank you for the caliber of the services you provided to our mutual clients.

Sourcing, negotiating, leasing and renovating a commercial retail space demands a great deal of agility and diligence in today's fast paced market.

It can often be a challenge to represent all parties in a fair and timely manner but your skills and availability helped to keep everyone focused on the end results even when the design and landlord/tenant responsibilities shifted during negotiation. Your expertise, experience and resources helped clients receive important information upon which they could make quick informed decisions resulting in them opening their businesses quicker and avoiding costly delays. 

It has been a pleasure to work with you. I would highly recommend you to my clients and look forward to working with you again."

Mr. Stefen Kim

DBS Management (2005) Ltd.

"Eugen, I want to express my gratitude for the service you have provided me and my family in the purchase of businesses and the disposition of our other real estate assets. Having dealt with many other realtors in the past, you are definitely the class of your profession.

When I approached you regarding a business you were representing, I was immediately impressed by your knowledge and diligence. During the transaction you went over and above the call of duty to explain the pitfalls of some methods of acquisition which I feel saved me time and money.

I was also impressed by your network of skilled professionals and sphere of influence within commercial real estate, bringing a variety of top professionals to the transaction. Both my current lawyer and my current accountant were chosen based on your recommendation and the subsequent confirmation of their ability during the transaction.

Within one week of the conclusion of our first transaction, I purchased a second business through you. I have since recommended you to all my extended family, and am relieved to hear that you will be handling all of their real estate needs as well.

Thank you for all your assistance."

Dr. A. Ignaszewski, M.D., FRCPC, FACC

Cardiologist Heart Transplant Program

Medical Director Healthy Heart Program

 and Heart Function Program

"Eugen Klein is without a doubt the hardest working and most dependable real estate broker we have ever come across. Since our first meeting over a year ago he has continually impressed us by always anticipating our needs and exceeding our expectations.

Eugen’s advice is always to the point and accurate – and is motivated by a sincere intention to provide us with the best possible service. The amount of material he presents us with on a continual basis reassures us that, no matter how busy or complicated his schedule is, we are always on his mind, and he takes time each day to make sure our interests are taken care of. His word is golden — he is honest and trustworthy and uses his expertise to ensure that our decisions are completely informed. There are never any surprises; we are confident that the information he provides is thorough and complete.

Eugen is a rare and genuine individual; we have enthusiastically recommended him to all our friends and associates. We are extremely fortunate to have such a dedicated, experienced, and intelligent individual working on our behalf."

Mercedes Wong, CPA, CCIM, FRI, RI(BC)

President, Commercial Division & Director,

Real Estate Board of Greater Vancouver,

Canada Region Vice-President, CCIM Institute

Director, Real Estate Institute of Canada, Vancouver Chapter,

President, Medallion Housing Society

Director, United Savings Credit Union

Director, Yaletown Business Improvement Association,

Director, Vancouver Society of Children's Centres

"I have known Eugen for many years through the Real Estate Institute of Canada, professionally, and the Real Estate Board of Greater Vancouver.  I have always found him to be hard working, honest, technically savvy, ethical and professional.

We have worked together for the last year as my Vice-President on the Commercial Board, Real Estate Board of Greater Vancouver. Eugen has been very involved in all aspects of Board meeting issues, attended all regular meetings and took an active part in the meetings.  He was especially effective liaising with the Fraser Valley Board and REB4 (Calgary, Edmonton, Fraser Valley and the Real Estate Board of Greater Vancouver) in the creation of an integrated database. One of the initiatives for the year was to promote the Commercial Division, its members, and their individual listings. Eugen negotiated a special low rate with the Vancouver Sun newspaper. The promotion was also offered to Commercial Division members of the Fraser Valley, Chilliwack & District and Victoria real estate boards. Eugen was instrumental in working with the Fraser Valley Board to set up a greater presence on the web with clslink.ca.

Eugen is young, energetic and enthusiastic in his approach to business and board positions. I can wholeheartedly recommend him for his innovative and creative ideas and the implementation of those strategies and plans.'

Ozzie Jurock

President, Jurock's Real Estate Insider

President, Featureweb

Doug Lytle

Commercial Realtor, Peterborough, ON

Bruce Sheldon, B.Comm, B.A.A., C.I.L.D.

Commercial/Industrial Sales Leasing Investments Business Brokerage

Chairman, CLSlink Task Force Committee

Vice Chairman, FVREB Commercial Division

"Eugen and I currently co-list a property in the Fraser Valley. When Eugen brought this proposition to me I accepted without hesitation!

Generally, realtors are reluctant to share their listings, unless the listing is difficult or the realtor wants to find someone else to do his work for him. I choose to work with Eugen because I know he shoulders his share of the work-load, and because he is the type of person who always puts his clients' interests first - even if this means sharing his commission on a property or project to ensure a quicker sale.

When I have commercial listings that touch on Eugen's numerous areas of expertise, I am happy to co-list them in return.

In my experience, I have encountered few people with the focus and dedication to his clients and to the industry that Eugen displays. As Vice President of the Commercial Division for the Fraser Valley Board I meet with Eugen often - as he is my counterpart on the Greater Vancouver Board. I am amazed to see how he balances the requirements of this position with the tremendous rate at which he is building his practice - this is a testament to his hard work and that of his staff. I know that Eugen is also the British Columbia representative to the National Commercial Council, which directs the affairs of the commercial realtors at a national level and represents them to government. It is obvious realtors throughout the province also share my assessment of his abilities.

I recommend Eugen as an excellent choice to assist you with any of your commercial real estate needs."

Bob Rennie

Rennie Marketing Systems

"The time and energy that you have taken from your personal life and put into your elected post is a direct benefit to me and my companies and all other realtors and brokers.

I just wanted to let you know that your dedication is much appreciated. Thank you for your hard work."

Wayne Yu, CCIM, FRI, CLO, CRES, RI

President, Real Estate Institute of Canada

Greater Vancouver Chapter

"I take this opportunity to express my sincere appreciation to you for continuing to send me your 'Prosperitas' newsletters. Your writings are always a great read ... concise and yet very informative. Your articles in the Real Estate Magazine (REM) have also not gone unnoticed. There is so much you do for our industry (i.e. your representation on various professional real estate organizations) that I wish to take this brief moment to acknowledge your many contributions and to wish you much continued success in your many real estate endeavors to come.

Alice Zhou

Event Coordinator

"The last 3 weeks of working with you has been an incredible journey for me. You're one dynamic business person! Not only do you have vision, leadership and integrity, you're open mindedness and thirst for learning makes you one step ahead of the game. What I really appreciate is your honesty, good advice and 'do whatever it takes' attitude. It is no wonder people, success and opportunities are drawn to you."

Richard Robbins

President and Founder

Richard Robbins International Inc.

"I wanted to write you this note to thank you personally for your support over the past 12 months as a valued member in our coaching program. It has truly been our pleasure to be of service to you ...

You are someone that should not settle for anything less than greatness, and have much value to offer the world."

Bill Binnie

President, Real Estate Board of Greater Vancouver

Bob Wallace

Executive Officer, Real Estate Board of Greater Vancouver

"We are writing to you to express our gratitude for your significant contribution to the MLS link project. For the first time in our history, REBGV will be implementing a new MLS system. This project will be the most important change in services REBGV has made on the way members do their business and we know from other Boards that have gone through this that it can be very traumatic. With input from members like you we hope to minimize or eliminate that trauma.

Thank you again for giving so generously of your time and expertise."

George Verdolaga
Flowform Design Group, Ltd.

"I definitely agree with your personal philosophy of investing in relationships, and really getting to know the client. And you genuinely made me feel that. It isn't just an empty statement, which is great.

You've defined your niche pretty well and you seem to be serving it pretty effectively and reaping the rewards. You've got a 12-year head start from your closest competitor, so that's a definite advantage.

Thank you for inviting me to be a part of your network. I admire how you've already begun to give back to the community at this early stage in your career, and you seem to be already getting positive returns, such as that lady who's been championing you and spreading the word about the quality of your service. And you seem to understand the universal law of showing gratitude to clients and members of your network, and I think that that's why people are reciprocating to you. As I've said this morning - you seem to have been doing things right, and doing the right things.

More power to you and your team, Eugen. I'm certainly glad to have gotten to know you. You are a larger than life person who's also refreshingly humble. And you seem to be headed toward even greater things."

B. Mark Thiessen

Commercial Real Estate Broker

Past-Chair Commercial Division, Winnipeg Real Estate Board

Prairie Region Director, National Commercial Council, CREA

"I have only had the pleasure of knowing Eugen Klein for nearly a year now and yet I feel strongly compelled to document what a remarkable agent and person he is. Rarely does someone come along who attacks life and business with such zeal. His eagerness is well directed through his comprehensive real estate knowledge and experience, excellent skills and work ethic and sophisticated business acumen. I have been a commercial real estate agent for the past 16 years and have only met a handful of people with Eugen's credentials.

I have no compunction about sending any of my clients or referrals to Eugen as I know they will be well served."

'Rocky' Roy Cameron

BC Lions Alumni

"Eugen Klein is one hell of a good guy — one of the nicest guys I have ever met. I have been involved in a variety of businesses: mining, nightclubs, hotels, shopping malls, buildings, and I have met and dealt with numerous people. In all of my 64 years I have never encountered nor expected to encounter a guy like him.

Eugen has a broad base of knowledge in all areas of business, as his chosen profession requires; furthermore, he is extremely sharp and always has the facts right at his fingertips. When conversing on the phone or in person he has a respectful and assured manner and an engaging personality that instills confidence in his clients. On the surface he is very personable and always greets you with a warm smile. At his heart, he is energetic and driven in the service of his clients – I would say, “full of piss and vinegar”. I know that he devotes exactly the same care and attention to his clients’ investments as he does to his own. He is a man of tremendous integrity.

I encourage you without reservation to rely upon Eugen to answer your real estate questions and your real estate needs. Or call him any time for advice, on any matter; he is always happy to give it, and it never fails to be useful. He is truly a pleasure to work with."

Barrie Wamboldt

President, International H.O.M.E. Reserve Inc.

"Most certainly, a highlight during this year, was to have made your acquaintance. You're the best. Having met you has helped me regain my faith in the real estate sales system. Thank you for the special effort. ...

I hope that we will find a way to keep in touch. Being a fan of yours, I will always be interested in hearing of your successes to come. All the best."

Chris Stringer

President, ActionView

"In my family's 10 year association with Eugen Klein, he has displayed attributes which have secured our continued admiration. They are: Respect, dedication, dependability, passion and commitment to his causes, particularly in the areas of self-improvement and the service of his friendships, his family, his clients, his scholastic and business associates."

Daniel Schneider
Credit Suisse Banking, Switzerland

 

"For your really professional work in marketing our business in British Columbia, we would like to thank you once in a very special way. Since a very long time we are in business with professionals like you and your crew, but never before we have seen the commitment for doing a good job in selling a property like in your case.

We are sure that your efforts will bring you very far in your life, and you will be able to help a lot of people for selling real estate. Even in difficult times you always stay optimistic, we like and admire that a lot.

Therefore another thank you from Switzerland for your excellent job."

John R. D'Eathe, LLB., R.I.(B.C.)

Chairman Penreal Capital Management

"Eugen is very well qualified ... Eugen is a conscientious hardworking member of our profession and I have every confidence in [him]"

John Windsor, R.I.(B.C.), F.R.I.C.S.

President, North American Property Corporation

"I have known Eugen Klein for approximately fifteen years. I am impressed by his commitment to life and all its opportunities and challenges. By my experience he is hard working, honest, intelligent, sincere and courteous.

By dedicating himself to the causes he chooses to pursue he becomes a credit to those he works for and comes into contact with."