He leads the referral team at Alberlet.hu, Budapest's largest agency focused primarily on residential rentals. Alongside that, he works as a real estate market analyst, researching trends and providing forecasts. He also lectures at Óbuda University and ELTE, teaching mainly economics-related subjects.

His referral portfolio at https://www.alberlettippek.hu features Budapest rental properties recommended especially for expats, all available at https://www.budapestexpats.com/.

1. Where did you grow up?

I grew up in a small village, but I ran away from home relatively early on. During my university years, I moved to Budapest and have lived here ever since.

2. If you could be an expat anywhere in the world, where would you choose?

For many, the destination would be the sea, a warm climate. I am the exact opposite. Mountains, cooler weather, the soothing sound of rain. So, if I had to name a country, it would be Norway. We had a great time every time we visited.

3. What would you miss most if you moved away from Hungary?

Two things, the first is the food. The style, the characteristic spices, the way the food is prepared here. Especially the traditional Hungarian dishes that are not available anywhere else. In the long run, I couldn't imagine not eating these. The other is the variability of the weather, hot, rain, snow. It's not always the same.

4. Friends are in Budapest for a weekend - what must they absolutely see and do?

The Fisherman's Bastion and Matthias Church are a must — touristy, yes, but there's a reason everyone goes. After that, a stroll through the Castle District, and in the evening, a table at one of the great ruin bars or restaurants in inner Pest. And if they've never had lángos before, that goes on the list too — ideally not at some tourist trap, but at a proper market stall.

5. What is your favourite food?

They're getting harder to find, but I have a real soft spot for the traditional Hungarian butcher's standing eateries — an authentic sausage sets you up for the whole day. The same goes for Laci konyha, a classic Hungarian street food stall you mostly find at events and festivals. That said, a good Italian restaurant can tempt me any time.

6. What is your favourite sport / form of exercise?

Growing up in a small town, football had an inevitable grip on me. I used to play at a fairly competitive level, but these days it's more of a hobby. Alongside that, I run regularly — it fits much better around a busy work schedule, but still keeps me consistently active.

7. What is your favourite place in Hungary?

We often spend time along the Danube — whether it's a riverside bistro, a restaurant, or just a food truck with a few chairs outside. It's a chance to break away from the hectic everyday routine, slow down, chat, read, or simply sit in silence and enjoy a quiet moment by the river. Szentendre and the Római part are where we find ourselves most often.

8. What career other than yours would you love to pursue?

Honestly, it's hard to imagine — I love what I do and don't often think about alternatives. But if I had to choose, it would probably be something involving children: talent development, coaching, perhaps something sports-related. Young people are the key to the future, and that feels like meaningful work no matter what shape it takes.

9. What’s a job you would definitely never want?

I don't think I'd find happiness in work that isn't creative in some way — not that those jobs aren't incredibly important and necessary, far from it. But if I really had to pick one, I'd make a terrible prison guard.

10. Where did you spend your last vacation?

Our last trip was a city break in Barcelona — lots of wandering, exploring, and soaking it all in on foot.

11. Where do you hope to spend your next one?

Perhaps no surprise given what I said earlier, but Norway. Northern lights, reindeer petting, and chasing orca migrations — the full package.

12. What was your favourite band, film, or hobby as a teen?

Back then, I was completely hooked on classic rock — Deep Purple, AC/DC, Black Sabbath, that whole era. The love for it never went away; if anything, my musical taste has just grown wider over the years, with other genres finding their way in alongside it.

13. Apart of temptation what can't you resist?

My son's laughter. When I'm working from home and my wife carries him past my door — he's six months old, not walking yet — he spots me, breaks into the biggest smile, and suddenly whatever I was doing just stops. For a moment, or several moments.

14. Red wine or white?

Red, without question. I honestly can't remember the last time I had a white. After a good dinner, a glass of red is the perfect companion for a long conversation.

15. Book or movie?

For winding down in the evening, a film or series. On longer trips, a book without question.

16. Morning person or night person?

Night owl, no question. Mornings come with a warm-up period before I'm fully functional. But in return, my mind runs just fine until two or three in the morning.

17. Which social issue do you feel most strongly about?

There are many, but if I have to pick one, it's something that doesn't always get enough attention: we all start from different places, with different backgrounds and resources, and that shapes our opportunities. So equal opportunity — whether it's giving talent a chance to flourish, or making sure those who've fallen behind have a real way to catch up.

18. Buda or Pest side?

I've always lived on the Pest side — several different spots, but never Buda. So I'm firmly in the Pest camp of this two-sided city.

19. Which achievement in your life are you most pleased about?

From a career perspective, it would have to be my PhD in economics. That one stands out.

20. What would you say is your personal motto? 

"Everything comes to an end." It's about cycles — when things are hard, they won't last forever. But the good times end too, and that's a reminder to keep creating new reasons for things to be good again. Everything changes.