Where did you grow up?
Anaheim, California

What was your most interesting job before going into lending?
Working at the swap meet (flea market) with my grandfather.

What do you do to relax when you’re stressed?
Relax with my wife, cook, play with my four rescue dogs, fish, read.

If you could meet any well-known figure (living or not), who would it be and why?
Mark Twain. I would love to get his take on today, see what he thinks tomorrow would look like and enjoy his sense of humor.

Where is Houston’s best-kept secret?
The willow waterhole. It’s a great nature preserve/park area in southwest Houston. Great area to walk dogs, relax and fish.

What do you love most about the industry?
Real estate is the great equalizer We have the ability and the duty to use our skills to help pull people from generational poverty to generational wealth by virtue of our skills and talents. Acquisition of real estate is the first building block to gaining wealth and a semblance of control over your future … and the future of your family. It provides consistency, builds community and creates opportunity and is a major driver of wealth.

What is the most difficult aspect of your job?
The most difficult aspect of my job is working with people who are close … just not there yet … and keeping them motivated to get there to where they can get their home.

What are you binge-watching/reading/listening to lately?
I am binge reading everything that was written by James A. Michener(of course one book seems like a binge, the man was not at a loss for words).

What’s your favorite meal in Houston?
I love chicken wings at Prime Grill. The brisket nachos at Casa are pretty special too.

Architecturally speaking, what is your favorite building in Houston?
I love the water wall.

What’s one thing people might be surprised to learn about you?
Despite my outgoing personality, I’m a bit of an introvert.

What’s your favorite vacation spot and why?
I love road trips throughout the U.S. The ribbons of highway passing through this beautiful land have amazing views, stories and stops where we can experience almost everything.

In 10 words or less, what is your advice for someone new to the lending industry?
Take 15 minutes each day and read guidelines. Learn how to find things.

What are your social media handles?
Facebook: Rich Bonn
LinkedIn: Rich Bonn
Instagram: @rich.bonn
TikTok: @therichbonn