What was your most interesting job before going into real estate?
My first job in real estate was as an agent working for my father’s small property management and
development company in Woburn, Massachusetts. Before that I worked for his construction company. Anyone who has worked in the construction business before knows all too well there is never a dull moment.

Where did you grow up?
I grew up in Winchester, Massachusetts, just 15 minutes north of Boston.

What do you do to relax when you’re stressed?
I train regularly — strength work, boxing and jiu-jitsu — and prioritize recovery through hot tubs, sauna and other recovery techniques. I also enjoy traveling, getting to the beach or the mountains and going to a local pub or catching Boston sporting events with a beer in hand.

If you could meet any well-known figure (living or not), who would it be and why?
Warren Buffett for his approach to long-term thinking and disciplined decision-making.

What is Boston’s best-kept secret?
North End. Beyond the main streets, the pizza and cannolis are hard to beat, and it’s the kind of place where you can grab dinner and catch an improv show or live performance without it feeling like a production.

What is the most difficult aspect of your job?
Managing expectations in a competitive market, whether that’s helping buyers navigate losing out on
homes or guiding sellers through pricing decisions when the market shifts. In my experience, things
tend to work out for a reason when the right strategy and timing come together.

What’s your best advice for generating new leads?
Be consistent with Instagram and Facebook marketing, and don’t be afraid to ask friends and past clients for referrals.

What has been your greatest accomplishment?
Being a two-time Massachusetts state place winner in wrestling taught me discipline early on. Since
then, graduating with a finance degree from UMass Lowell, becoming a husband and father and
building a consistent top-producing real estate career across several respected firms have all been
accomplishments I’m proud of.

What’s your favorite meal in Boston?
Honestly you can’t beat the Vietnamese Pho restaurants. They hit the spot every single time.

What’s one thing people are surprised to learn about you?
People are usually surprised to learn that I spend a lot of time training in martial arts outside of real estate. It’s my way of balancing contracts and chaos. 

In 10 words or less, what is your advice for someone new to the industry?
Don’t focus on split, get yourself a great mentor.