Sonnie Kim is a New York City real estate prodigy who lives by one mantra, “make your own luck.” After starting in real estate just over three years ago, he has built a team that is already on track to generate more than 1 million dollars in commission in 2025.

In this episode of The Moving You Forward Podcast, we explore Sonnie’s path from childhood dreams to a journey that has included teaching in Korea, running an orchid farm in Florida, and rising into one of the most impressive new forces in NYC real estate.

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00:01:20 Growing up

00:05:00 Different jobs

00:09:15 Sold school started in Korea, back to the family business

00:10:49 Successful Orchid business in FL, then moved to NYC

00:13:19 First 6 months in real estate brokerage

00:19:47 Internet leads to repeat referral clients

00:26:40 Proper lead nurturing

00:32:38 Biggest deal, broker wanted $20 more

00:39:31 Too many clients, time for a team

00:42:15 Current weakness into strength

00:45:39 What is a Co-op apartment?

00:53:19 Is there ever a “bad market” ?

01:02:40 Make your own luck