Questions about Lee-Associates (what they do and working there)
Hello all,

I am a 2020 college grad pursuing a career in CRE. I've taken a number of interviews and received offers but nothing that I really want yet (and before you call me picky during this economy they weren't very good offers). I was recently reached out by an employee at Lee-Associates and after doing some research, I still cant put my finger on what they do exactly. Are they like CBRE or more like Marcus &amp; Millchap? I want a positon on the financial side of the industry (investment sales, asset management, acquisitions, or even research) so I want to know how to feel about this and what to expect. From what I've read they seem very sales and brokerage heavy but I just want an unbaised answer. Thanks in advance.
[{"id": "gjyluhl", "text": "I work for Lee in South Florida. Ill dm you", "replies": [], "depth": 1}, {"id": "gjyrp5q", "text": "I don\u2019t think they get any good IS listings", "replies": [], "depth": 1}, {"id": "gjyxdch", "text": "In Seattle they are investment/brokerage heavy. The reason I say that is because they just absorbed another brokerage that syndicates, invests and even develops. \n\nI think they\u2019re making smart growth decisions and don\u2019t have an opinion on their people, as I haven\u2019t worked with them on a deal yet.\n\nHope that helps!", "replies": [], "depth": 1}, {"id": "gjzj14x", "text": "In my market (NorCal) Lee &amp; Associates are very leasing (primarily on the landlord side) and investment sales heavy for industrial and office. The brokers themselves are great guys, definitely recommend connecting with the producers you would be supporting in admin/analyst type roles. Being \u201cpicky\u201d is perfectly fine, if it\u2019s not the right fit then it\u2019s a waste of everyone\u2019s time and resources. Just curious but what about the role wasn\u2019t a good offer (title, responsibilities, pay)? Like all brokerage companies they are primarily focused on servicing the needs of their clients (closing leases/sales) but they do tend to give recent grad opportunities to grow and learn if they see potential in you. DM me if you\u2019re interested in chatting. I started as a research analyst in brokerage and now work leasing for a REIT so have some perspective from the brokerage and landlord side.", "replies": [], "depth": 1}, {"id": "gk07vxk", "text": "Do you want to work on 100% commission and frequently go 6, 8, 10+ months without a check? If you are good, you can be good anywhere but there are also jobs in CRE where you can get salary and bonus, maybe some equity in deals. Brokerage is tough- especially in a pandemic world where black swan events can happen every few years.", "replies": [], "depth": 1}, {"id": "gkx1e84", "text": "Hi Kiddo, \n\n*Lee Associates just own most of Los Angeles* commercial real estate.  *Lol - but serious!*  They may have started just before or just after the LA riots around the Rodney King thingy.  One building ended up being a kazillion.  I think the founder is actually a Dr. who may still practice. They own some other shit too.  Now, I'm curious. I've got to look they/them/him up.  Lol\n\nYou may want to look into working at a place like *AIG Investments or AIG Asset Management* \\- DT Los Angeles, New York, Houston, and God knows where else.  The same AIG Insurance peeps.  They have an entire real estate division aside from insurance.  You sound like you could fit right in with those guys and gals.  *Finance, Asset Management, Acquisitions, Analyst (Research and Diligence), Investments, etc. -* Large Residential Properties - Park La Brea, no joke-size deals, Student Housings Communities, Industrial Parks, Hotels, Hospitals, Shopping Malls, Resorts, etc.   \n\nYup....    AIG - Formerly - Sun America \n\nCheck out this site.  CBA - Commercial Brokers Association\n\n[https://www.commercialmls.com/](https://www.commercialmls.com/)\n\n&amp;#x200B;\n\nGood Luck, Kiddo", "replies": [], "depth": 1}]