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SINCE 1983
OUR HISTORY
1983
CAREPA began with regular get-togethers of Chinese-speaking real estate licensees in Alhambra. The association was formally founded on February 5, 1983, to unite Chinese real estate professionals, promote higher standards of conduct, and further the interest of home ownership.
1994
The association formally incorporated and began sharing joint activities with other Asian organizations, opening relationships with REALTOR® associations across the region.
1997
A monthly Chinese-language newsletter launched, translating articles on real estate practices and trends so members facing a language barrier could better follow industry news.
1999
The association moved to an English-only format for its activities, while membership continued to grow.
2001
CAREPA became a founding partner, alongside other national real estate organizations, in creating the National HOPE Awards to honor minority homeownership.
2002
The association took its current name — Chinese American Real Estate Professionals Association (CAREPA) — and expanded its advocacy on real estate issues.
Today
CAREPA hosts monthly dinner meetings with speakers, leadership summits, expos, and networking events — representing Asian Americans in the real estate industry and related fields.
FOUNDING MEMBERS
Edward Chang
Steve Chang
Grace Hu
Tony Liu
Charlene Lung
Gregory Tse
PAST PRESIDENTS
1984 Gregory Tse
1985 Gregory Tse
1986 Steve Chang
1987 Steve Chang
1988 Edward Cheng
1989 Edward Cheng
1990 Tony Liu
1991 Steven Haw
1992 Grace Hu
1993 Charlene Lung
1994 Eddie Chao
1995 Anne Yang
1996 Paulina Lee
1997 Amy Yeung
1998 Julia Mo
1999 Susan Chou
2000 Terry Lee
2001 Joe Wang
2002 Jenny Chang
2003 Yin Bihr
2004 Jenny Hsieh
2005 Lucia Tam
2006 Kelvin Wong
2007 John Y Wong
2008 Ling Chow
2009 John C. Wu
2010 Philip Hsu
2011 Nancy Lin
2012 Brian Chen
2013 Lucia Tam
2014 Lucia Tam
2015 Teddy Lu
2016 Lucia Tam
2017 Lucia Tam
2018 Cindy Wu Freedman
2019 Pauline Lam
2020 Mindy Yeh
2021 Mel Wong
2022 Lucia Tam
2023 Lucia Tam
2024 Lucia Tam
2025 Lucia Tam
2026 Lucia Tam