César Novaes is a real estate consultant with PalmerHouse Properties in Atlanta/Buckhead

What was your first job in the realty industry? As a real estate agent with Keller Williams, representing a buyer.

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

Where did you grow up? Salvador-Bahia, Brazil.

Growing up, what did you want to be? An actor/screenwriter.

If you could have lunch with a well-known figure (living or not), who would it be and why? Helen Mirren; she is one of the best in her field as an actor.

Where is your favorite place to hang out? Piedmont Park in Atlanta.

What do you love most about the industry? The flexibility and the social networking.

How do you distinguish yourself from the crowd of agents? My background in civil engineering and hospitality.

What is the most difficult aspect of your job? As long as you know your role and responsibilities, there’s no difficult aspect; everything is part of the process.

Where do you go to network and meet new clients? I use online tools, friends, family members and acquaintances.

What has been your greatest accomplishment? An exclusive sales agreement with Bank of America to sell several foreclosed properties worth millions of dollars.

What was the last good movie you saw or book you read? The movie Disconnect.

What is your favorite restaurant? Fish Market/Bistro VG.

Architecturally speaking, what is your favorite building in Atlanta? Terminus in Buckhead.

What kind of car do you drive? Nissan Murano.

Smartphone or paper? Smartphone.

What is your favorite city after Atlanta? Paris.

What is your advice for someone new to the industry? Do your homework, take continuing education classes to improve your knowledge, enhance your social skills and find your own nitch in real estate.

What’s your favorite real estate iPhone/Android app? Go FMLS.

Who are your favorite people to follow on Twitter? I don’t use Twitter.
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