Sometimes, the most obvious path to take is the one you're already on. In my case, it should be, because real estate is in my blood. My father, Thane McCall, started McCall Realty before I was born. As I was growing up, I remember being immersed in all kinds of conversations about Lake Tahoe real estate. The subject was all around me and looking back, I realize it made a long and lasting impression.

Professionally, my first steps down that path ...