Success isn't just about reaching the destination; it's about the journey itself and the lessons learned along the way. With the support of my wife, I continued to navigate real estate entrepreneurship, leaning into my faith, personal growth and finding my purpose. Honor God and serve others in order to make a positive impact on the world.

 

One conversation in 2010 changed everything, reigniting the fire for real estate that I had lost. My wife and I were on a date night in a restaurant at the North Shore Mall. As we sat there, I couldn't help but be acutely aware of our financial struggles. Four years into my real estate journey, I was grappling with a sense of disillusionment. I watched another couple shop without a care in the world, and it struck me that they didn't have to stress over money like I did. I couldn't help but say to my wife, Anny, “Maybe it’s time I get a job and leave real estate behind.” 

 

 The 2008 market crash had turned my dreams of entrepreneurship into something of a nightmare. Right out of college, I began working for a marketing company and was making great money. It didn’t take long before I was promoted to be the company's sales director, had a company-paid sportscar, and even got Patriots Superbowl tickets! With all the success I had found, I bought my first apartment building—it was a huge achievement, and I wanted to help others reach their own milestones. I quit my job and became a full-time real estate investor and REALTOR® in 2006. The market crashed, and in just a year, everything changed.

 

In those initial years in real estate, the crash hit us hard. Money was tight, and every expense felt like a weight on our shoulders. With a growing family, I feared for our future. The concept of a stable job in corporate America had started to look appealing. We were racking up debt and living frugally. I couldn’t help but feel I had taken a step back in life, chasing my dreams that simply weren’t working out.

 

My wife surprised me that evening at dinner with her unwavering support. She said, “I think you are almost there. You are “six inches from gold.” You just need to keep going.” So, I did.

 

 I doubled down on my efforts and focused on helping families achieve their real estate goals and was able to help many avoid foreclosure during that turbulent market. By 2012, my skills in the business grew, and the market improved. I was able to become one of the top agents in Greater Boston. I then advanced to become a coach and trainer, and I even grew my own team of 10 people. Currently, I am enjoying my business life even more by running a smaller team where my primary focus is helping families reach their goals on a one-on-one basis.

 

I’ve used those challenging first years in the business as a source of strength and experience to better serve my clients. While it was a difficult period in our lives, it taught me how to withstand adversity and continue chasing my dreams no matter the obstacles in my way.

My growing Christian faith has provided me with the strength to endure these trials. Our church community offered solace and purpose, and it was during these trying times that we truly learned the value of faith, hope and love.

 

 In my free time, I discovered a renewed passion for long-distance running, which had been dormant since high school. As of this writing, I am up to 5 marathons and plan on running more! I recently took on the role of coaching the JV boys' basketball team at my kids' school. Whether it’s with my own children or the kids I coach, I enjoy passing on the values I have learned to the next generation.

 

I've always believed that real estate is not just about transactions and properties; it's about the people. My passion in real estate is helping people achieve their goals and dreams. The heart of my approach is to honor God by serving others, and this has been my guiding principle. Whether this is your first home or your fifth, I want to help you enter this new chapter, creating a smart, strategic pathway to help you achieve your goals.

 

Over the years, I've had the privilege of working with a diverse range of clients. Many have become friends, not just clients. I cherish the relationships I've built over time and look forward to deepening these connections with more clients in the future. My goal is to go beyond simply growing my business; I want to invest more in the people I work with because I believe that by helping them, I am making a positive impact in this world. It is an honor and privilege to serve others.