Name: Sarah Nezhad

Title: Broker Associate

Company: RE/MAX Grand

What was your first job in the realty industry? Realtor. I sold my first house 20 days after getting my license, which was a foreclosure and the most difficult transaction ever.

Where did you grow up? Iran

Growing up, what did you want to be? A painter/artist

What do you do to relax when you’re stressed? Drink wine and listen to music

If you could have lunch with a well-known figure (living or not), who would it be and why? Steve Jobs – to hear about his life and get advice

Where is your favorite place to hang out? Local restaurants

What do you love most about the industry? Meeting so many different people and being able to help them. Making new friends for life.

How do you distinguish yourself from the crowd of agents? I care about people and help them anyway I can. My paycheck is the last thing on my mind.

What is the most difficult aspect of your job? Sometimes it is very difficult to find a house when husband and wife buyers have different needs and wants. It is difficult when in a transaction someone like the lender is not doing their job properly.

Where do you go to network and meet new clients? Local gatherings and Facebook, but mostly I get new clients through referrals.

What has been your greatest accomplishment? Starting from zero after my divorce ten years ago and getting to where I am today. Getting my Broker’s license last year, doubling my sales every year for the last seven years, and beating cancer three years ago.

What was the last good movie you saw or book you read? Movie: The Notebook. Book: The One Thing

What is your favorite restaurant? Alicia’s Mexican Grille

What kind of car do you drive? Lexus

Smartphone or paper? Paper

What is your favorite city after Houston? Rome, Italy

In 10 words or less, what is your advice for someone new to the industry? Always follow up with leads and always answer your phone

What’s your favorite real estate iPhone/Android app? RPR or HAR