What was your most interesting job before going into real estate?
I worked for my godfather, former famed Disney animator Don Bluth.
Where did you grow up?
Pittsburgh, Salinas, California, Palm Springs, California and Phoenix
Growing up, what did you want to be?
An actor
What do you do to relax when you’re stressed?
Work out
If you could meet any well-known figure (living or not), who would it be and why?
Jesus, so I could ask him why my mother was diagnosed with leukemia and how long we have left with her.
What is Phoenix’s best-kept secret?
Its western history.
What do you love most about the industry?
The ability to build and form genuine relationships and to become someone’s lifeline unknowingly.
How do you distinguish yourself from the crowd of agents?
I live according to my faith and what God puts in my heart.
What is the most difficult aspect of your job?
Dealing with the multitude of different behaviors as well as personalities that either influence or are adverse to this industry.
What’s your best advice for generating new leads?
Build genuine conversations that are not real estate driven. Allow it to grow organically, which it will.
What are you binge-watching/reading/listening to lately?
“Kitchen Nightmares” with Gordon Ramsey
What’s your favorite meal in Phoenix?
Baked breadless calamari
Architecturally speaking, what is your favorite building in Phoenix?
My previous listing that closed this week at a staggering $4.75 million.
What’s one thing people are surprised to learn about you?
I am actually a gentle-hearted giant.
What is your favorite vacation spot and why?
Los Cabos. We have a family vacation home there with multitudes of past memories.
What is your favorite city after Phoenix?
Cottonwood
In 10 words or less, what is your advice for someone new to the industry?
Be prepared for absolutely anything.
What’s your favorite real estate iPhone/Android app?
Homesnap
Who are your favorite people to follow on social media?
Gary Vaynerchuk
What are your social media handles?
Instagram: @thephxazrealtor