Ming Poon

As a father, professional photographer, and mountain athlete, Ming knows and loves Tahoe on many levels and can’t wait to share that knowledge and passion with his clients.

Ming moved from Vermont, where he grew up, to Lake Tahoe for college, where he studied management and international business at University Nevada, Reno. After graduating, he started shooting photos of his friends snowboarding and rock climbing and also appeared in front of the lens himself, learning snowboard photography from the athlete’s perspective.

When his father died unexpectedly, Ming, then 27 years old, had a choice to make: help run his family’s international trading business in their native Hong Kong or keep adventuring in the mountains. He chose to help his family. Ming moved to China for five years to help run a microelectronic trading business across global lines. He learned to speak Mandarin on the job and gained experience across various fields of international business. But he longed for clean air, fresh water, snow-covered peaks and the mountain lifestyle he’d grown to love in Tahoe. His number one motive for the next chapter in his life was to live where he wanted to live and do the work he wanted to do.

After returning home from living abroad, Ming created a successful media production company, won prestigious photography awards and had his work published in national magazines. That’s also when he began his adventure in real estate by finding, purchasing and remodeling his home in Tahoe City, where he now lives with his wife and son. Through his many experiences and travels, Ming understands the value of a good home base. He has a great passion for helping others find their perfect home to support their dream lifestyle in Tahoe.

mpoon@tahoemountainrealty.com

802.777.4678

Testimonials

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I am thrilled to share my experience working with Ming and his exceptional team, who played an integral role in the successful sale of our home. Ming's strategic listing and marketing approach, coupled with his team's expertise and dedication, were instrumental in achieving such an excellent outcome. Their innovative strategies ensured that our property stood out in the market. Thanks to Ming and his team's efforts, we were able to sell our home seamlessly in under 3 weeks and for more than we anticipated. I wholeheartedly recommend Ming Poon and his team to anyone seeking a dynamic and effective real estate experience.
Jennifer and Martin A.

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Ming and his team were incredible in helping me buy my dream lake view condo in Tahoe City. We negotiated the price to $1,320,000, which was over 6% below the asking price. His local expertise, professionalism, and dedication made the entire process smooth and stress-free. Ming's extensive local resources and relationships were invaluable not just during the transaction but also before and after, ensuring everything went perfectly. I couldn’t have asked for a better realtor! I highly recommend Ming and his services to anyone looking to buy or sell in the Tahoe area.
Connor F.

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When the opportunity to purchase my neighbors’ home arose, I reached out to Ming for guidance and support. Ming was there for me every step of the way from negotiation to closing, advising me so that I didn’t make mistakes and assisting through all of the little bottlenecks involved in a real property sale. Ming brought a grounded sense of vision and optimism to this transaction, and he was highly responsive and detail oriented in seeing it through to closing. Ming has continued to provide support and responsiveness on follow-up questions post closing. Ming knows Tahoe well and understands the life juggle of work-family-play that is real to many Tahoe families, which makes it fun and easy to work with him.
Sara L.

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If you would like to get your house sold, I will highly recommend Ming and his team. They will make a tailored plan for you and will reassess the market from time to time and amend the strategy to get your house sold. They will host open houses frequently to get you as much exposure as possible. When we encountered problems with our offer, Ming's diligent work helped to get our house closed smoothly. He even took extra time to take family photos for us because he knew we made a lot of fond memories there. They truly care about their clients and we are so lucky to have worked with them.
Mary C.

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I am immensely grateful for Ming’s exceptional guidance and expertise throughout my home-buying journey in California. Ming's unparalleled negotiation skills, combined with a deep understanding of the market, resulted in me purchasing my dream home for more than 8% under the asking price and well below market rate, as evidenced by comprehensive comps analysis. Ming's dedication to securing the best possible deal for me surpassed all expectations. I enthusiastically recommend Ming Poon to anyone seeking a knowledgeable and skilled real estate professional.
Madonna C.

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We are extremely grateful to Ming for his outstanding guidance in helping us purchase a home in the highly competitive Old Greenwood golf community in Truckee, CA. Ming's expertise and strategic approach were clearly demonstrated as we maneuvered through this challenging market, ultimately securing our dream home below the asking price. Ming’s extensive knowledge of the area, combined with his exceptional negotiation skills, ensured a seamless and successful process. We highly recommend Ming to anyone in search of a real estate agent in the Tahoe Truckee region. He is a dedicated professional who prioritizes client satisfaction above all else.
Tod and Andrea P.

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“Ming was my go-to riding partner for years before he picked up a camera because of his mountain skills, motivation, and up-for-anything attitude. Watching him dive into photo and video projects has been awesome to see. His commitment to the craft, coupled with his ability to get a camera to places few can get to have made him a go-to cameraman for me.”
Jeremy JonesFounder of Jones Snowboards and Protect Our Winters.

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“A photographer’s job isn’t just to push a button, it’s to find the story, then figure out how to artistically and accurately compose, expose, and capture that story—often times in a matter of seconds, clinging to an ice covered ridgeline. Ming does all this, consistently delivering work on time that exceeds expectations.”
Mike LorenzArt director, Backcountry Magazine

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“Ming’s creative vision is innate, but it’s his work ethic that sets him apart. He’s sent me more sunrise photos than every other photographer combined. That takes work. And dedication. And a desire to Get The Shot. He’s also fun to talk to, easy to work with, and one of the nicest guys you’ll meet.”
David ReddickDirector of Photography, Powder Magazine