Our Story

It all began in Chicago in the mid-1990s, when Mike Golden and Thad Wong met at a small brokerage firm and quickly became the city’s top-selling real estate agents. Recognizing the need for better service and support for both agents and clients, the duo set out on their own to establish @properties in 2000.

Integrating cutting-edge technology with best-in-class marketing, the company grew into one of the largest brokerage firms in the country, leading to the acquisition of the Christie’s International Real Estate global luxury network in 2021. Today, @properties Christie’s International Real Estate is widely considered one of the most innovative companies in the industry.

Love the Journey

Our Story

Thad Wong

Co-Founder and Co-CEO

Thad Wong is the co-founder and co-CEO of @properties, Chicago’s #1 brokerage, and Christie’s International Real Estate. A technology pioneer, he developed the firm’s proprietary, end-to-end transaction platform. Following a successful sale to Compass International Holdings, Thad continues to lead both brands while driving major philanthropic initiatives and supporting cultural institutions across Chicago.

Our Story

Mike Golden

Co-Founder and Co-CEO

Mike Golden is the co-founder and co-CEO of @properties and Christie’s International Real Estate. He co-piloted the firm’s growth from a local startup into a global network spanning over 50 countries. An Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year recipient and past Chicago Association of REALTORS® president, Mike continues to lead both brands under Compass International Holdings.

Neda Navab

Amy Corr

Chief Brokerage Officer

As Chief Brokerage Officer, Amy Corr directs the overall agent experience and strategic growth initiatives across the firm. A former top producer who joined in 2004, she champions agent development and company culture. Amy has mentored thousands of professionals, designing premier training curricula and hosting the Corr Values podcast to help agents thrive in evolving markets.

The @properties
Network in Motion:

Explore Our Office Locations
map-large

5,000+

Agents

6

States

60

Offices

Texas
Wisconsin
Illinois
Michigan
Indiana
Maryland

Built From the Ground Up

Our Story

From day one, we designed @properties Christie’s International Real Estate to challenge the status quo and elevate the agent experience. We’ve scaled into an industry leader by staying true to our roots while never standing still. Bring your business to a brokerage that knows exactly where it started—and where it’s going.

Join Us