Our specialist departments at Mr. Lodge
Management
How long have you been active in the real estate industry / How did you first come to the real estate industry?
I have been working in real estate for over 30 years. Initially as a working student. As a student I worked in the real estate department of the former DG Bank and in two brokerage firms.
My enthusiasm for temporary housing led to the founding of a room-mate-agency back in 1989.
What do you particularly like about Mr. Lodge?
The team spirit with the employees and the daily new challenges. In addition, it is a place where diverse employees with different nationalities and international backgrounds come together.
What distinguishes Mr. Lodge for you?
The focus is on providing good service and the joy of dealing with people.
What do you particularly like about your profession?
The rich diversity of encountering people from very different backgrounds. To sense the joy and gratitude of our customers when they have found a nice home through us.
What profession would you have pursued if you had not become a broker?
A gardener and landscaper
Have you personally already made a property acquisition or sale?
Yes, but I keep it modest. If you are intensively involved in your job, you're glad to have some distance to the topic.
What would your dream estate look like?
A country estate surrounded by fields and meadows
What do you enjoy doing most outside your working hours?
Reading, cycling or taking walks
How long have you been active in the real estate industry / How did you first come to the real estate industry?
For over 15 years now. Mr.Lodge was looking for long-term expertise in landlord consulting. My legal education, which I completed in Munich as an Assessor Jur., was a fitting match.
What do you particularly like about Mr. Lodge?
The good working atmosphere, the international staff, the combination of practical and legal enquiries in my daily work and also the relationship to our customers. In addition, I always experience Mr. Lodge as an innovative and at the same time down-to-earth agency; this mixture is exciting. And it is always great to observe how young colleagues in the company grow and thrive with their tasks.
What distinguishes Mr. Lodge for you?
Innovation, agility, customer closeness and an international working staff. Mr.Lodge is an authentic and in the best sense owner-managed company, with a corporate culture on a high level.
What do you particularly like about your profession?
Finding solutions for the questions of our customers. And of course the properties themselves: dealing with floor plans and finding solutions for the most efficient use of a property is always exciting.
What would your dream estate look like?
I have met it well where I live: really nice neighbours and beautiful gardens all around. The mountains and the ocean could be a bit closer.
What do you enjoy doing most outside your working hours?
Reading, hiking, getting together with friends and family. And listen to good music.
How long have you been active in the real estate industry / How did you first come to the real estate industry?
After my apprenticeship as carpenter, I began studying architecture at the Technical University of Munich, but then moved to Rosenheim where I went on to study wood construction and house building. After a few different job positions, I joined the Mr. Lodge team in mid-2005.
What do you particularly like about your profession?
I enjoy the chance to solve problems and thereby make people happy.
I receive a high degree of positive feedback. Often it’s just small things, yet a quick solution on a high quality level.
I also enjoy the diversity of the various tasks within the company. No day is like the other and seldom according to plan. The resulting flexibility and spontaneity retains my drive.
What do you enjoy doing most outside your working hours?
Active sports with my family: cycling, sailing, swimming.
I also enjoy travelling and camping.
What would your dream estate look like?
A tree house in 10 meters height with a mountain view.
What do you particularly like about Mr. Lodge?
That Mr. Lodge is an owner-managed company with long-term goals and orientation. The focus is on quality, fairness, honesty and transparency.
Towards customers as well as the staff.
The employees have many good ideas that can be implemented rapidly and efficiently. For example, Mr. Lodge has its own carpenter's workshop where many projects are realized by the in-house carpenters and technical staff within a timely manner.
How do you evaluate the current situation in the technical and handcraft sector?
The low availability and high capacity workload of other handcraft companies ensure a steady booking situation for the technical support at Mr. Lodge. Customers are pleased to have well-known companies that can offer reliable and high quality services. We aim to remain in the lead here.
How does a normal day at the office look like?
A typical office day does not exist. However, I like to be at work between 6 and 7 a.m. and use the first few hours for concentrated business.
Throughout the day, various activities are spread out, like:
- Taking on early appointments at rented apartments with tenants who have to go to work afterwards
- Consultation of projects with team colleagues
- Preparing offers and invoices
- Answering internal inquiries from our customer service department
- Finding solutions for specific problems, e.g. damage claims
- Commissioning of contractors
- Project management of renovations
- On-site appointments with owners to discuss various issues
Branch office Rottach-Egern
How long have you been in the real estate industry? How did you get into the real estate business?
With almost 40 years of experience in the hotel and tourism industry, most recently 15 years at Tegernseer Tal Tourismus GmbH, I have always enjoyed finding temporary homes for guests. In recent years, I have also been responsible for the area of settlement management. Potential investors were successfully networked with prospective buyers or operators. So, it was obvious for me to move into the exciting field of real estate services and to train as a real estate agent and valuation expert IHK. My job as branch manager for Mr.Lodge in Rottach-Egern has been a professional dream come true for me.
What is it that you like most about your job?
The trusting, free, positive, but above all productive working atmosphere, the "togetherness and support for each other", the warm welcome in an international team and, finally, the exciting range of tasks with new challenges every day.
Have you already bought or sold privately?
Yes, privately I have bought an older 70s end-of-terrace house with my husband at the Tegernsee, which we have renovated and embellished over many years with our own efforts. Our home has been christened with the affectionate name "Quetschvilla".
How would you describe your private living style?
I would describe our style of living as "rural - modern - cozy".
How do you like to spend your time outside of work?
My passion has become Lake Garda, in addition to the many opportunities offered by the Tegernsee vacation region. Here I enjoy the Italian life, the delicious Italian specialties, the weekly markets and playing golf in mild temperatures. A good book to relax is also never to be scoffed at.
What profession did you learn?
I have learned several professions. First, I trained as an automotive salesman and worked at a car dealership for 7 years. Then I graduated from the Chamber of Industry and Commerce as an insurance specialist and worked at Allianz until 2015. After that, I switched to the real estate industry and have now been with Mr. Lodge since 2021.
What sets Mr. Lodge apart for you?
The successful cooperation of the individual teams in order to serve the customer in the best possible way. The properties are well prepared for the customer from A to Z and all the necessary documents are gathered in advance. The colleagues work goal-oriented with a sound knowledge and no utopian prices are requested, but down-to-earth, normal prices. All customers are served the same way and each customer is offered something suitable, or we look for appropriate alternatives.
What would your dream property look like?
A spacious single-family house with a nice big garden, because I have discovered gardening for myself. I come from Hausham and the proximity to the Tegernsee offers me an enormous recreational value with the proximity to the mountains and lakes. The house should ideally be built in a typical Bavarian country house style with modern interior furnishings and nice big rooms for the kids.
What do you like best about Lake Tegernsee?
The proximity to the mountains and the many recreational opportunities such as hiking, biking and swimming. But I also love the proximity to Munich & the surrounding area, both can be reached very quickly.
Hobbies or hidden talents?
I have been passionately playing electric guitar for 33 years and have been an active member of the Faschingsverein in Hausham for 22 years. I was elected to the board of directors 10 years ago and we have around 500 members with a fanfare train and 3 active guards who also perform at weddings, birthdays and other celebrations throughout the year. The Elferratssitzung is especially popular, with up to 350 guests attending each event during normal times.
Do you have a favorite animal?
My favorite animal is the dog. My parents had dogs and so I grew up with them. Unfortunately, I don't have the time to have my own dog at the moment and my family and I would like to be able to be flexible for traveling. When I have more time, the children are a bit bigger and many travel goals have been fulfilled, then I would like to get my own dog.
How long have you been working in the real estate sector?
Since 1989 I have been working in a leading position in real estate sales. I am a trained banker, studied business administration in Munich and then, after starting my career at the Landesbank, was involved in several projects related to the real estate sector. My knowledge of the financial sector helps me to provide customers with competent support in this area as well. I later worked in a managerial function for property developers and large sales companies in the greater Munich area, but also in Bavaria and throughout Germany. I focused on residential real estate, both in new constructions and for existing properties.
What is it that you like most about your job?
Every property is one-of-a-kind and its marketing is always a new challenge. My goal is to always achieve a sense of accomplishment for everyone involved and to bring people together in a win-win situation. Working with committed and competent colleagues also helps you to constantly grow while sharing ideas and searching for the best solution and implementation.
What sets Mr. Lodge apart?
Mr. Lodge is a company with a unique, very social and personal corporate philosophy. The company is the market leader in a very interesting branch of the real estate sector, the temporary furnished rentals with excellent, long-term contact to first-class owners. With an unparalleled range of services in the industry, including technical service, interior design, competent execution, high-quality photos and a high service culture, the company achieves a high level of customer satisfaction. This is also an ideal basis for sales mediation. The entire range of services is quickly and easily available from a single source for the benefit of the customer.
How do you like to spend your time outside of work?
I am a family man; together with my wife I have two sons and now also grandchildren, who bring me a lot of joy. I am a passionate chess player, I enjoy popular sports from time to time, I love learning and traveling. I have already traveled to 65 countries, but I am still curious and have some interesting destinations on my list.
How did you get into the real estate industry?
As a teenager I wanted to enter the hotel industry and see the world. A few internships later, I was smarter and knew I wasn't cut out for it. After half a year as an au-pair in Paris, I was interested in studying architecture. However, I soon realized that a pure desk job wasn’t for me and I wanted more diverse tasks. I finally decided to pursue an apprenticeship as a real estate agent. In 2017 I transferred to Mr. Lodge and one year later I signed up for a part-time advanced training as a real estate manager. Mr. Lodge has been very supportive during this time. I am glad I made this choice and enjoy going to work.
What do you particularly like about Mr. Lodge?
The open-mindedness and people-centered approach. I always feel that everyone is respected and welcome at Mr. Lodge. Whether it is a landlord, tenant or employee.
How would you describe your personal living style?
I currently live very urban in a small downtown apartment, so I keep the furniture rather simple yet modern with a few personal touches. I even have a self painted picture hanging in the apartment, for which I get the occasional compliment. I like it.
Any hobbies or hidden talents?
I started playing the guitar when I was seven and had 11 years of lessons. I like to play everything from classical to popular. In the past I even took part in some competitions, but in the last few years I have only had little time for it.
Which country would you like to visit?
I would like to travel to La Réunion, a very small French island in the Indian Ocean near Mauritius. I would love to see the diverse landscape with volcanoes, canyons, forests and the blue sea.
What do you like most in Munich?
Munich is a city with a pleasant size. Not as small as my home town, where you can never leave your house without running into someone you know, and yet not so big that people behave like total strangers. Here you even greet others on the street at times. I also enjoy the difference between the various districts.
How long have you been active in the real estate industry / How did you first come to the real estate industry?
After my apprenticeship as carpenter, I began studying architecture at the Technical University of Munich, but then moved to Rosenheim where I went on to study wood construction and house building. After a few different job positions, I joined the Mr. Lodge team in mid-2005.
What do you particularly like about your profession?
I enjoy the chance to solve problems and thereby make people happy.
I receive a high degree of positive feedback. Often it’s just small things, yet a quick solution on a high quality level.
I also enjoy the diversity of the various tasks within the company. No day is like the other and seldom according to plan. The resulting flexibility and spontaneity retains my drive.
What do you enjoy doing most outside your working hours?
Active sports with my family: cycling, sailing, swimming.
I also enjoy travelling and camping.
What would your dream estate look like?
A tree house in 10 meters height with a mountain view.
What do you particularly like about Mr. Lodge?
That Mr. Lodge is an owner-managed company with long-term goals and orientation. The focus is on quality, fairness, honesty and transparency.
Towards customers as well as the staff.
The employees have many good ideas that can be implemented rapidly and efficiently. For example, Mr. Lodge has its own carpenter's workshop where many projects are realized by the in-house carpenters and technical staff within a timely manner.
How does a normal day at the office look like?
A typical office day does not exist. However, I like to be at work between 6 and 7 a.m. and use the first few hours for concentrated business.
Throughout the day, various activities are spread out, like:
- Taking on early appointments at rented apartments with tenants who have to go to work afterwards
- Consultation of projects with team colleagues
- Preparing offers and invoices
- Answering internal inquiries from our customer service department
- Finding solutions for specific problems, e.g. damage claims
- Commissioning of contractors
- Project management of renovations
- On-site appointments with owners to discuss various issues
Real Estate Sales Services
How long have you been working in the real estate sector?
Since 1989 I have been working in a leading position in real estate sales. I am a trained banker, studied business administration in Munich and then, after starting my career at the Landesbank, was involved in several projects related to the real estate sector. My knowledge of the financial sector helps me to provide customers with competent support in this area as well. I later worked in a managerial function for property developers and large sales companies in the greater Munich area, but also in Bavaria and throughout Germany. I focused on residential real estate, both in new constructions and for existing properties.
What is it that you like most about your job?
Every property is one-of-a-kind and its marketing is always a new challenge. My goal is to always achieve a sense of accomplishment for everyone involved and to bring people together in a win-win situation. Working with committed and competent colleagues also helps you to constantly grow while sharing ideas and searching for the best solution and implementation.
What sets Mr. Lodge apart?
Mr. Lodge is a company with a unique, very social and personal corporate philosophy. The company is the market leader in a very interesting branch of the real estate sector, the temporary furnished rentals with excellent, long-term contact to first-class owners. With an unparalleled range of services in the industry, including technical service, interior design, competent execution, high-quality photos and a high service culture, the company achieves a high level of customer satisfaction. This is also an ideal basis for sales mediation. The entire range of services is quickly and easily available from a single source for the benefit of the customer.
How do you like to spend your time outside of work?
I am a family man; together with my wife I have two sons and now also grandchildren, who bring me a lot of joy. I am a passionate chess player, I enjoy popular sports from time to time, I love learning and traveling. I have already traveled to 65 countries, but I am still curious and have some interesting destinations on my list.
Real Estate Sales Consultant
+49 (89) 340 823-546
cornelia.koronakis@mrlodge.de
How long have you been working in the real estate sector? Why did you decide to work in the real estate sector?
I have been working in the real estate sector since 2004. After my maternity leave I worked as a graduate lawyer at the Technical University. Afterwards I was in charge of various projects in an advertising agency and then came to the real estate sector through a relocation agency. Before I joined Mr. Lodge, I worked as a freelance real estate agent for property developers as well as for individual properties. I have been working at Mr. Lodge since 2017 and I feel very comfortable here.
What is it that you like most about your job?
The variety of properties and the contact to people. Because our company is international we also deal with many English-speaking customers, which I like very much.
What sets Mr. Lodge apart?
The great thing about Mr. Lodge is the entire background with photo service and interior design teams, as well as the friendly and supportive colleagues.
How do you like to spend your time outside of work?
I have a large garden, as well as a field with vegetables and fruits. So I spend a lot of time gardening outside. But I also enjoy sports, especially Chi Gong and belly dancing. Time with my family and friends is very important to me.
Have you personally bought or sold a property?
Yes, I bought my own 5-room apartment where I lived. The first sale was my own house, this is how I started out in the real estate sector.
What does your dream property look like?
A cottage or an apartment by the water, a lake, a river or preferably by the sea, but perhaps also in the mountains.
How long have you been working in the real estate sector?
Over 25 years.
What is it that you like most about your job?
The diverse range of properties and the people you meet.
What sets Mr. Lodge apart?
The all-inclusive service package of our technical service, photo department etc. All the support that Mr. Lodge offers is particularly convenient for sales.
How do you like to spend your time outside of work?
Mountain biking in the summer, ski tours in the winter.
Which profession did you learn?
I was trained in the profession of real estate management. I grew up in my parents' business. At that time, the qualification was not yet linked to a formal education. Later I completed further studies to become a certified specialist for the real estate and housing industry. I still enjoy doing this work and it remains my dream job.
What sets Mr. Lodge apart for you?
The incredibly good organization of tasks in a harmonious working environment. Furthermore, the excellent presentation of the apartments and houses. There are enough examples on the Internet of how not to do it. Mr. Lodge is exemplary in the presentation of the property.
What would your dream residence look like?
A beautiful Spanish finca in the south-west of Mallorca with a view of the Mediterranean Sea.
How would you describe your personal interior style?
I think its nice when things from the past are combined with modern elements. With the right mixture, you get a comfortable lifestyle feeling.
Do you have a favorite animal?
I really like dogs. I used to have a Bobtail, which I would take with me everywhere I went. Nowadays I would like a Rhodesian ridgeback.
What do you like best in Munich?
Munich is a city with a pleasant size - not too small and not too big. Each quarter has its own character and most of it can be explored in walking.
Real Estate Sales Consultant
Certified Real Estate Specialist (IHK)
089 - 340 823-547
selina.bilsing@mrlodge.de
How long have you been working in the real estate industry?
After obtaining my vocational diploma, it was clear to me that I would prefer an apprenticeship to studying. Since I have always been particularly interested in real estate, I decided relatively early on to train as a real estate agent. I completed my training at a real estate agency in Munich from 2016 onwards. After that, I started my first full-time job in the furnished rental and property management of a large real estate company. At the same time, I first completed my real estate specialist diploma at night school and then my trainer's license at the IHK. After working for the same real estate company for a while, I wanted to return to sales and applied to Mr. Lodge.
What do you particularly like about your job?
I really like the variety between office and field work as well as the close contact with customers. I think it's great to meet so many different and interesting people, and I get excited about beautiful properties. It is fascinating to see how every sale is different, not least because of the people behind it. Dealing with the most diverse problems and finding solutions is a lot of fun for me. In general, I have always found the subject of real estate exciting, and there are always interesting topics.
What sets Mr. Lodge apart for you?
From the customer's point of view, Mr. Lodge stands out because of its all-round service, its many years of experience and its good communication. The all-round service only works so well because we coordinate well internally. We offer a comprehensive range of services, including after-sales rental, technical service, interior design service and, really, everything the customer could possibly want. For me as an employee, Mr. Lodge is characterized by the fact that the atmosphere is family-like and everyone is very helpful. People always help each other out and you can turn to anyone if you have any questions. The communication between the departments is good and the customer notices that.
What would your dream property look like?
My classic dream would be a house in the country, regardless of whether it's a new building or a nice old house that you can fix up. Nice and bright, with big windows, lots of peace and quiet, and a nice plot of land.
What do you like best about Munich?
Munich is simply a beautiful city with a village character. It offers a lot of cultural & leisure activities, but also a lot of green spaces when the city hustle and bustle becomes too exhausting. You get the feeling that you live in the city and in the countryside at the same time and are out of the city incredibly quickly in the mountains and lakes. I also like the people of Munich and Bavaria; they're just nice people.
Services for Landlords
How did you get into the real estate industry?
As a teenager I wanted to enter the hotel industry and see the world. A few internships later, I was smarter and knew I wasn't cut out for it. After half a year as an au-pair in Paris, I was interested in studying architecture. However, I soon realized that a pure desk job wasn’t for me and I wanted more diverse tasks. I finally decided to pursue an apprenticeship as a real estate agent. In 2017 I transferred to Mr. Lodge and one year later I signed up for a part-time advanced training as a real estate manager. Mr. Lodge has been very supportive during this time. I am glad I made this choice and enjoy going to work.
What do you particularly like about Mr. Lodge?
The open-mindedness and people-centered approach. I always feel that everyone is respected and welcome at Mr. Lodge. Whether it is a landlord, tenant or employee.
How would you describe your personal living style?
I currently live very urban in a small downtown apartment, so I keep the furniture rather simple yet modern with a few personal touches. I even have a self painted picture hanging in the apartment, for which I get the occasional compliment. I like it.
Any hobbies or hidden talents?
I started playing the guitar when I was seven and had 11 years of lessons. I like to play everything from classical to popular. In the past I even took part in some competitions, but in the last few years I have only had little time for it.
Which country would you like to visit?
I would like to travel to La Réunion, a very small French island in the Indian Ocean near Mauritius. I would love to see the diverse landscape with volcanoes, canyons, forests and the blue sea.
What do you like most in Munich?
Munich is a city with a pleasant size. Not as small as my home town, where you can never leave your house without running into someone you know, and yet not so big that people behave like total strangers. Here you even greet others on the street at times. I also enjoy the difference between the various districts.
In 2019 you started training as a real estate agent with Mr.Lodge. How did you arrive at this decision?
After my high school graduation, I enrolled for a degree in business administration. It was in the first semester that I realized pure theory wasn’t for me and that I leaned more towards the practical approach. I like to communicate and my parents always said I had a talent for sales. I did my research and the idea of being a real estate agent immediately caught my attention. I am happy with my decision and I like going to work and vocational school.
What sets Mr. Lodge apart?
As an apprentice at Mr. Lodge I get a wide range of knowledge and I am allowed to tackle real assignments. I am fully integrated and know I can rely on all my colleagues in the company.
What do you like doing when you are not at work?
I love all types of water sports. I'm part of the water rescue services and have already got my motor- and sailing boat license. In the winter I like to go snowboarding.
What does your dream real estate look like?
There are two types of properties I really like: a cool, modern penthouse apartment in Munich would be great, but there is also this beautiful villa on Lake Garda at the end of a peninsula with a driveway lined with cypress trees, which I’d love to live in.
If you could meet a famous person, who would it be?
Joko Winterscheidt. His show "Joko vs. Klaas – Das Duell um die Welt" is great. He also does a podcast with Paul Ripke, who I think is great. I like his spontaneous, relaxed manner and the way he is not afraid to make mistakes.
Best Munich sight or insider tip?
The "Eisbach" at the English Garden. I love seeing the surfers riding the waves in the middle of Munich. That’s one water sport I have yet to try out.
How long have you been in the real estate industry?
I came to the real estate industry when I started working for Mr. Lodge 15 years ago. During that time I have also learned a lot concerning my private investments.
What do you particularly like about Mr. Lodge?
The team spirit and the common goal of delivering outstanding performance. This positive attitude is contagious and inspiring.
In addition, my work is very rewarding; apartments at Mr. Lodge are a win-win for everyone: the tenant has a nice home and the landlord has no vacancies.
Have you already bought or sold privately?
Yes, my husband and I have already bought an apartment in Dresden and in Munich as an investment, rented it out several times and in the meantime also sold it successfully. I have renovated my late mother's farm in the USA and sold it well, including the stable and equipment. In the meantime, I live with my family in a three-party house in the north of Munich, which we have renovated and refurbished with a lot of commitment and personal effort.
What do you like to do most outside of your working hours?
I'm passionate about cooking and hosting, and preferably with a theme or occasion. In general, I enjoy any kind of variety and am usually up for an adventure.
What do you like best about Munich?
My Munich husband, the Viktualienmarkt and the Olympic site, as well as the proximity to the mountains, Italy and France.
How did you get into real estate?
I started studying real estate three years ago. First I completed my bachelor's degree and now I'm still doing my master's. After graduating from high school, I was an au pair in America and a friend of the host family was a real estate agent. Since I was interested in the profession, he took me with him on his appointments and further strengthened my interest in the profession. As a result, I looked for and found this course of study in Munich.
How do you like the working atmosphere at Mr. Lodge?
The working atmosphere is very friendly and collegial. The relationship between colleagues is what I like best. Everyone is willing to help and open-minded, and the flat hierarchies make working a lot of fun. It's also nice that we sometimes do things together as a team after work. The team is also the reason why I wanted to stay with Mr. Lodge as a working student after my internship.
What would your dream property look like?
A modern cottage with a garden and lake view would be great, preferably on Lake Garda. My host family had a vacation home on Lake Michigan with its own beach access, which was a dream. But there are also great properties on Lake Garda and I really like Italy as well.
What is your favorite thing to do outside of work?
I like to get together with friends or family, go out to eat and go to the gym, but most of all I like to spend my free time with people I care about.
Do you have a favorite animal?
Besides my cat, I'm a big fan of elephants. I'm really looking forward to seeing elephants in the wild soon during my trip to Thailand.
What do you like best about Munich?
I come from a place near Munich and for the last 4 years I have lived in Munich directly. Munich is actually a village and yet it offers all the advantages of a big city. As an individual you don't get lost in this big city and I feel comfortable and safe here.
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