In 1997 I walked into a real estate office and told the owner of the company that I wanted to buy my first rental property. He politely told me, "You can't do that, you don't have the means." I thanked him for his time, walked out and proved him wrong within a month. Two years later I got my real estate license and dedicated myself to helping others achieve their real estate goals. I love the process of buying homes and found that I had a knack for making others feel comfortable and confident about investing in real estate.

As an East Coast transplant, it seemed appropriate to call SE Portland my new stomping ground. It makes sense to live in a vibrant neighborhood where you can walk to everything and always see somebody you know along the way. When I'm not helping people with their Real Estate needs, I may be hiking, camping or maintaining my culinary skills by throwing an impromptu dinner party.

Joel Roth Facts and Curiosities:

• Has a degree from The Culinary Institute of America
• Likes to fish
• Enjoys trips to his Eastern Oregon cabin that he built with his father and brother
• Can be seen entertaining the masses in Portland's own roots rock band, The Low Bones (www.thelowbones.com)
• Likes Cheese
• Is a frequent contributor to the humane society and spoils his dog