Well, first of all, we need to clarify. There is no Chinese language. For all extents and purposes for all of you here in Vancouver, all you really need to remember is: I speak Mandarin AND Cantonese.
When I say that I buy and sell Vancouver real estate in English, French, Mandarin and Cantonese, it stirs some debate. Some of my Twitter and Google+ followers say that it imperative that new immigrants to Canada speak English.
So I'll add this.
BC welcomes everyone. And I am sure anyone coming here would love to learn. There are language courses, FREE language courses, that new immigrants can take once they arrive.
The point is moot, anyway, most of my clients speak English as a second language.
However. If you were going to buy a piece of property, wouldn't you prefer that the transaction was carried out in your first language? There is comfort in speaking your mother tongue. Also, the style of business changes from one culture to the next. I understand the differences between North American and Asian customs. My clients appreciate that I am familiar with their way.
