Where did you grow up?

Monterrey, Mexico

What was your most interesting job before going into lending?

Horse riding, especially dressage and jumping. 

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

TikTok with the kiddos and date night with my wife!

If you could meet any well-known figure (living or not), who would it be and why?

Albert Einstein – To patent his work and study his ideas! A close second is Martin Luther King Jr. 

Where is Houston’s best-kept secret?

Everywhere! Houston is a best-kept secret!

What do you love most about the industry?

All the people we work with every day… Our clients, partners, Realtors, etc.

What is the most difficult aspect of your job?

Time management. 

What are you binge-watching/reading/listening to lately?

The Liberty of our Language by Thomas Blackwell. 

What’s your favorite meal in Houston?

Taste of Texas or Fogo de Chao. 

Architecturally speaking, what is your favorite building in Houston?

The old Enron building. 

What’s one thing people might be surprised to learn about you?

I’m a native Spanish speaker. 

What’s your favorite vacation spot and why?

Disney and Destin, Florida – Fun and Sun!

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

Get with a good team and learn the basics!