What was your most interesting job before going into real estate? My most interesting job before real estate was running my father and son construction business for 15 years.
Where did you grow up? I grew up in Dorchester.
Growing up, what did you want to be? Growing up I wanted to be in the medical field.
What do you do to relax when you’re stressed? To relax I travel up and down the east coast with my family.
If you could meet any well-known figure (living or not), who would it be and why? If I can meet any well-known figure it would be Ed Mylett.
What is Boston’s best-kept secret? Boston’s best-kept secret is Mariels.
What do you love most about the industry? What I love most about the industry is the fact I can work with the best agents and clients!
How do you distinguish yourself from the crowd of agents? I distinguish myself by knowing the market I serve and the marketing on all my listings that no other agent has to offer.
What is the most difficult aspect of your job? The most difficult aspect of this job is how it can mentally drain you. Having a good balance is key.
What’s your best advice for generating new leads? My best advice to generate leads is an old trick: COLD OUTREACH.
What has been your greatest accomplishment? My greatest accomplishment is when I can help a person or family become a homeowner and assist the less fortunate break the wealth barrier there is.
What are you binge-watching/reading/listening to lately? I am reading Atomic Habits.
What’s your favorite meal in Boston? My favorite meal in Boston must be a good and simple fish and chips.
Architecturally speaking, what is your favorite building in Boston? My favorite building in Boston must be the old south church. The history it offers is just one of a kind.
What’s the weirdest thing that’s ever happened to you on the job? The weirdest thing that’s ever happened to me on the job was that I had to walk three cats while the buyer was touring a house.
What’s one thing people are surprised to learn about you? They are surprised at how I never give up even when the odds are against me!
What is your favorite vacation spot and why? My favorite vacation spot is in Fiji due to the peace you get and barely any cell service to just get away.
In 10 words or less, what is your advice for someone new to the industry? Always be branding
What’s your favorite real estate iPhone/Android app? My email app is my favorite real estate app
Who are your favorite people to follow on social media? My favorite people to follow on social media are Alex Hormuz, Ed Mylett and Tim Grover to name a few.
What are your social media handles? @jorge.sariego on Instagram