Tish Johnson-McCracken is the Broker/Owner of River Oaks Interest in Houston

What was your first job in the realty industry?
Horlock Corporation.

Where did you grow up?
Houston.

What is your favorite free-time activity?
Movies, travel, shopping and sports.

What do you do to relax when you’re stressed?
Clean!

Growing up, what did you want to be?
A doctor.

If you could have lunch with a well-known figure (living or not), who would it be and why?
George Clooney, because he is so darn cute!

Where is your favorite place to hang out?
Anywhere water is – the pool, bay, lake or ocean!

What do you love most about the industry?
Helping people find the perfect house, property or investment.

How do you distinguish yourself from the crowd of agents?
I return phone calls! I care about my clients and usually remain friends with them.

What is the most difficult aspect of your job?
Lenders

Where do you go to network and meet new clients?
Referrals are my life blood, and I talk to everyone!

What has been your greatest accomplishment?
My daughter and being a great “Mimi” to my grandson.

What was the last good movie you saw or book you read?
“Paranoia.”

What is your favorite restaurant?
Ruth’s Chris Steak House.

Architecturally speaking, what is your favorite building in Houston?
I like the IM Pei and Phillip Johnson Buildings.

What kind of car do you drive?
A Mazda Millennium, but I’m probably going to switch to an BMW or Mercedes this year.

Smartphone or paper?
Paper.

What is your favorite city after Houston?
Boston or New York City.

In 10 words or less, what is your advice for someone new to the industry?
Talk to everyone

What’s your favorite real estate iPhone/Android app?
HAR.com.

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