E2 Properties, Hollywood

What was your first job in the realty industry?
I was a real estate agent for a broker in Coral Gables.

Who inspires you and why?
My son, Joshua

What is your favorite free-time activity?
Being with the family

How did you learn the business?
Through practice and my fair share of mistakes

What was the last good movie you saw or book you read?
“Why Geography Matters” by Harm de Blij

What is your favorite restaurant?
Joe’s Stone Crabs

Architecturally speaking, what is your favorite building in Miami?
Vizcaya

What kind of car do you drive?
BMW M3

BlackBerry, Palm or paper — and why?
Palm

What is your favorite city after Miami?
Hollywood

What is your personal motto?
“It is what it is.”

In 10 words or less, what is your advice for someone new to the industry?
Be patient. Be persistent. Be honest.