Name: Kevin Harris

Title: Realtor

Company: Carrington Real Estate Services

What was your first job in the realty industry? Realtor

Where did you grow up? California

Growing up, what did you want to be? Politician

What do you do to relax when you’re stressed? Listen to music

If you could have lunch with a well-known figure (living or not), who would it be and why? Leonardo DaVinci

Where is your favorite place to hang out? The ocean

What do you love most about the industry? Helping others

How do you distinguish yourself from the crowd of agents? Caring and responsiveness

What is the most difficult aspect of your job? Agents who don’t keep up on education and technology and don’t respond in a timely manner. (Pet peeve, put your name on your phone greeting!)

Where do you go to network and meet new clients? Neighborhood and civic events. Open Houses!!

What has been your greatest accomplishment? Helping a few individuals overcome very bad circumstances.

What was the last good movie you saw or book you read? Whiplash

What is your favorite restaurant? Fat Cat – Quincy

Architecturally speaking, what is your favorite building in Boston? Fenway Park

What kind of car do you drive? Mazda 3

Smartphone or paper? Smartphone

What is your favorite city after Boston? Lisbon, Portugal

In 10 words or less, what is your advice for someone new to the industry? Prepare to work very hard and learn fast

What’s your favorite real estate iPhone/Android app? BoomTown

Who are your favorite people to follow on Twitter? Wendy Forsythe & Tom Truong