Name: Raechelle Kay
Job Title: Agent/Owner
Company: Home Expert of the Kay Team Realty
What was your first job in the realty industry? I was a Realtor for KW Realty.
Where did you grow up? Fort Bend County
Growing up, what did you want to be? I wanted to be a dentist.
What do you do to relax when you’re stressed? I like to watch fixer-upper type of shows.
If you could have lunch with a well-known figure (living or not), who would it be and why? My mom. She passed away but is the wind beneath my wings.
Where is your favorite place to hang out? I love Biggios downtown.
What do you love most about the industry? I love meeting new people and making their dream homes become their homes.
How do you distinguish yourself from the crowd of agents? I am focused on customer service and I have a great deal of compassion.
What is the most difficult aspect of your job? When I can’t get someone a loan right away and we need to work towards it that hurts me to have to tell them.
Where do you go to network and meet new clients? Professional networking groups
What has been your greatest accomplishment? My greatest accomplishment other then being a mom is becoming a successful agent.
What was the last good movie you saw or book you read? I loved the movie Forever My Girl
What is your favorite restaurant? Brennans
Architecturally speaking, what is your favorite building in Houston? I would say the Co-Cathedral
What kind of car do you drive? An SUV but I pull out my sports car on the weekend
Smartphone or paper? Smartphone
What is your favorite city after Houston? There is no other for me.
In 10 words or less, what is your advice for someone new to the industry? Don’t give up. Be consistent.
What’s your favorite real estate iPhone/Android app? Har.com app
Who are your favorite people to follow on Twitter? I don’t do Twitter