What was your most interesting job before going into real estate?
Selling real estate globally
Where did you grow up?
Mumbai
Growing up, what did you want to be?
An entrepreneur
What do you do to relax when you’re stressed?
Dance, listen to music, girls night out
If you could meet any well-known figure (living or not), who would it be and why?
Madhuri Dixit
What is Chicago’s best-kept secret?
Windy City
What do you love most about the industry?
Working with people
How do you distinguish yourself from the crowd of agents?
I am a genuine and honest luxury agent.
What is the most difficult aspect of your job?
Dealing with difficult people.
What’s your best advice for generating new leads?
Social media
What has been your greatest accomplishment?
Getting a buyer who backed out of a deal and back into contract on the same home
What are you binge-watching/reading/listening to lately?
Listening to the podcast, Estate of Mind, from the Institute for Luxury Home Marketing.
What’s your favorite meal in Chicago?
Deep dish pizza
Architecturally speaking, what is your favorite building in Chicago?
Willis Tower, Tribune Tower, Trump Tower
What’s the weirdest thing that’s ever happened to you on the job?
Some people not being authentic at an open house.
What’s one thing people are surprised to learn about you?
I have sold real estate globally for 3 years.
What is your favorite vacation spot and why?
Maldives, Hawaii, Bora Bora, I love the islands and the beach.
In 10 words or less, what is your advice for someone new to the industry?
Make sure to meditate and keep yourself happy while you’re on your real estate journey.
What’s your favorite real estate iPhone/Android app?
Canva
Who are your favorite people to follow on social media?
Family, friends, clients
What are your social media handles?
Instagram: tanvigandhi_realestate
Facebook: TanviGandhi-RealEstate