What was your most interesting job before going into real estate? I was a manager at a dry cleaning store.
Where did you grow up? In Colombia and moved to the U.S. when I turned 15
Growing up, what did you want to be? A firefighter
What do you do to relax when you’re stressed? Play video games (COD and FIFA), spend time with the family, especially with my daughter.
If you could meet any well-known figure (living or not), who would it be and why? Walt Disney.
What is Boston’s best-kept secret? The Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum
What do you love most about the industry? The fact is that everyone has a fair chance to achieve a dream which is homeownership.
How do you distinguish yourself from the crowd of agents? I am bilingual and I pour my heart into every transaction.
What is the most difficult aspect of your job? The lack of housing available and the misinformation.
What’s your best advice for generating new leads? Social Media is a big way to generate leads but the best way is your own sphere of influence.
What has been your greatest accomplishment? Being able to achieve everything I have in a short time and also being able to help others get there.
What are you binge-watching/reading/listening to lately? “Go Pro,” “Rich Dad Poor Dad,” “The Richest Man of Babylon.”
What’s your favorite meal in Boston? Cioppino at D’Parma Restaurant
Architecturally speaking, what is your favorite building in Boston? The new State Street building
What’s the weirdest thing that’s ever happened to you on the job? A broker owner fighting for listings with the agents in the firm.
What’s one thing people are surprised to learn about you? That I am a DACA recipient.
What is your favorite vacation spot and why? Puerto Rico and Orlando.
In 10 words or less, what is your advice for someone new to the industry? Surround yourself with go getters that are present in the office at all times.
What’s your favorite real estate iPhone/Android app? Captions, Canva, Zillow
Who are your favorite people to follow on social media? I like to watch funny videos. It doesn’t matter who it is.
What are your social media handles?
Instagram: @JuanLopera_theRealtor, @soldbyJuan
Facebook: Juan D. Lopera, Juan Lopera Realtor