An Inspired Chat with Rebecca Hidalgo of Chandler

We recently had the chance to connect with Rebecca Hidalgo and have shared our conversation below.

Rebecca, it’s always a pleasure to learn from you and your journey. Let’s start with a bit of a warmup: What’s more important to you—intelligence, energy, or integrity?
Considering the name of my company is Integrity All Star Realty; I’ll have to go with Integrity. It matters what we do when no one else is looking. Putting my clients FIRST is always the goal!

Can you briefly introduce yourself and share what makes you or your brand unique?
I am the designated broker for Integrity All Star Realty. I began my real estate career at just 19 years old, earning my license in May 1993. Since then, I’ve been working full-time in an industry I truly love—real estate has been my passion for more than 32 years, and the time has flown by because I enjoy helping people achieve their dreams.

I thrive on strategizing for my clients, helping them secure the home they desire, and celebrating with them when we succeed. Most recently, I have focused on developing a construction team to build energy-efficient homes. During COVID, I saw a tremendous need for quality, affordable housing—a need that still hasn’t been fully met. To address this, I launched Kismet Alternative Construction to complement Integrity All Star Realty. My new title? Builder, Broker, Boss Lady (at least if you’re lucky enough to get my electronic business card).

I have to say, I was pretty impressed with what ChatGPT came up with when I recently asked it to find out about me. Maybe you should give it a try and see what you discover!

Amazing, so let’s take a moment to go back in time. Who taught you the most about work?
Much of what I’ve learned about work and life comes from my grandfather Larson, who played a big role in raising me as a little girl in San Francisco. I was born in Mexico City, and after my parents divorced shortly after my birth, my mother moved us back to California where she’d grown up. My grandparents stepped in to help raise me, leaving a lasting impact on my values.

The three most valuable lessons my grandpa taught me—principles that guide me in both work and life—are:

1. Never ask anyone how much money they make—that’s their business, not yours.

2. Never ask anyone who they voted for—again, it’s personal and private.

3. If you tell someone you’re going to do something, do it—no ifs, ands, or buts.

I try to live by these three rules every day. They’ve helped me build a reputation for integrity, and I always strive to treat my clients like family.

What have been the defining wounds of your life—and how have you healed them?
One of the biggest personal challenges I’ve worked on healing is my abandonment issues—something that stemmed from being a child of divorce and being raised by my grandparents. As a result, I tend to be a people-pleaser, and I feel a persistent drive to prove myself and succeed. That ultra-competitive nature has certainly contributed to my success in sales.

Over the past several years, especially after my own divorce, I’ve spent a lot of time reflecting and working on myself, trying to figure out my next steps and what I want to do “when I grow up”—though truthfully, I hope I never fully grow up! People often tell me they love my energy, and I aim to keep my spirit as youthful as possible.

What I’ve learned is that it’s not what happens to us that defines us, but how we respond. For me, that has always meant responding by working to improve myself. My hope is to be a positive role model for my daughters and for other women entrepreneurs.

Next, maybe we can discuss some of your foundational philosophies and views? Is the public version of you the real you?
The version of myself that I present to the public is completely real. In fact, I have “unapologetically authentic” tattooed on my arm—that’s how important it is for me to always show up as my true self, no matter who I encounter. Life is simply too short to pretend to be someone I’m not.

I’ve often been told that I’m “the real deal,” and that’s something I genuinely value. I have no intention of changing that anytime soon. Authenticity is at the core of who I am, both personally and professionally.

Before we go, we’d love to hear your thoughts on some longer-run, legacy type questions. When have you had to bet the company?
A clear example of “betting the company” has been the last three years. We’ve faced the toughest market conditions in Arizona since the downturn of 2011—with high interest rates and much lower sales volume. Keeping the company running has been no small gamble, especially when we aren’t seeing the sales we’re accustomed to.

Through it all, I’ve always bet on myself—on my companies and, most importantly, on my team. My staff is the heart of my business, and even in challenging times, they are absolutely worth the risk. I believe in what we’re building together and remain confident that the investment in my team will pay off.

Contact Info:

• Website: https://www.integrityallstars.com
• Instagram: https://instagram.com/integrity_all_star_realty
• Linkedin: https://linkedin.com/in/rebeccahidalgo
• Twitter: https://twitter.com/RebeccaHidalgo
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/IntegrityAllStarRealty/#
• Yelp: https://www.yelp.com/biz/rebecca-hidalgo-rains-integrity-all-star-chandler?utm_campaign=www_business_share_popup&utm_medium=copy_link&utm_source=(direct)
• Youtube: http://www.youtube.com/@IntegrityAllStars
• Soundcloud: https://open.spotify.com/show/6iERanQMZAVsAbX35iCj7Q
• Other: Google: https://www.google.com/search?ludocid=ChIJ9yZrrxGqK4cRqpZQdz7DVeM&q=Integrity%20All%20Stars%20Realty%20(2250%20E%20Germann%20Rd)