I would strongly recommend Elvin Merlo to any first-time condo buyer. He worked extremely diligently on my search and was always friendly, supportive, and professional. He has excellent familiarity with the DC condo market and is skilled at using digital tools to help analyze the value of available properties. Finally, he was a great partner in crafting a winning offer, and I ended up getting under contract for my perfect place after searching actively for little more than a month. I can say happily that I've never had a losing offer with Elvin and that he is good at strategizing in competitive multiple-offer scenarios. On top of all this, I think Elvin stands out from most DC real estate agents due to his emotional intelligence, whether in his ability to understand his clients' needs or to interface skillfully with sellers and their agents. I interviewed a number of different buyers' agents before starting my search, but I chose Elvin because I felt he took the time to really listen and understand what I was looking for, and because he was extremely transparent in his answers. I felt I could trust him to offer an honest opinion, whether about property values, offer strategy, or general home-buying tips. I also think Elvin cares a lot about his clients and is really perceptive about the little things -- for example, he remembered small details I'd mentioned that I liked or disliked about certain properties, and used that knowledge when helping me strategize for my search. Finally, his communication skills were also great when interfacing with sellers' agents, which contributed to an extremely smooth offer and closing process. We have stayed in touch since closing, and he was quick to assist with follow up questions (I had something I needed to ask of the seller/ seller's agent, and also had some questions about contractors). I'm glad I picked Elvin!

To me and my husband, Isabella Pinto from Jenn Smira Team's, was not only a very professional agent to work with but also more like a friend who made the process of purchasing our first property transparent and enjoyable. She was very attentive and responsive to us during the whole process, and even after the closing she replied to any of our remaining questions immediately. She has good knowledge of the DC-area market, regulations, and market trends. We looked at several places with Isabella for a few months. Once we described our budget, and our preferences on the condo and location, she made an automated search on the Compass app where we could see in real time the new listings. We never felt pressured to make a quick decision for any of the places we got interested in. On the contrary, she gave us tips to make an informed decision and showed us some places more than once. She also gave us relevant comps of recently sold properties to set the offer. We worked together to finalize our offer, which was the first and the only one we made (and we won!) As part of the Jenn Smira team, once our offer was accepted we also got help from Danielle, who handled logistics. She kept us informed about deadlines, requirements, and other relevant information, and she usually answered our messages pretty quickly. Overall, the good team coordination helped made the process as smooth as possible. Even on the closing day, Isabella stood by our side when our bank made a last-minute request for additional information which was not applicable to our transaction. Her intervention was very helpful to let the bank notice their mistake, allowing us to go ahead with the closing as planned. We recommend Isabella and the Jenn Smira team to anyone looking to buy, and especially for first-time home buyers.

We are returning customers of Shelley Gold, we bought our first home in DC back in 2015. This time we were selling our condo and buying a house in Montgomery County. We knew the whole home buying/selling experience was going to be stressful at times, but working with Shelley Gold and the Jenn Smira Compass Team again was exceptional. Shelley is a true advocate for her clients and she guided us through the intricacies of both transactions. She was kind, patient and above all honest. It took us a whole year to find our perfect home. We were demoralized when we lost one we fell in love with, but Shelley cheered us on and gave us hope; and with her acute knowledge of the real estate market and the surrounding area, we found our forever home. Shelley also gave us amazing counsel on how to prepare our condo to sell in this unpredictable condo market, and yet again, with her wise guidance, we were able to sell our condo in less than a day and above asking! We were impressed with the way her team helped us through the entire process, through closing on both properties. Additionally, Shelley has proven to be a terrific resource as she is very knowledgeable about local tradesmen for home maintenance and renovations. The Jenn Smira Compass team’s sincerity and commitment to finding us the right home and selling our condo made the experience far less stressful and we highly recommend them, especially Shelley. You would be lucky to have Shelley in your corner. Thank you Shelley yet again for another incredible adventure! -Jeffrey & Chayim

Leslie, in her realty work, felt like both a loving mother and a master tour guide through the intricate layers of selling our house. She listened sensitively, gently guiding, embracing both our successes and our stumbles as we bumped along the process of leaving a house that had been home for 50 years. Leslie understood that and dedicated herself to making it as easy as possible for us. Her patience was phenomenal. She called routinely to check in on how we were doing. Leslie introduced us to downsizing service possibilities that she learned of through other clients. We gratefully followed through. She introduced herself to the downsizing team to enhance the coordination of house prep for the showing. That clarified a slow and messy process. She offered grunt work when she saw we needed it, like quickly disposing of toxic waste or clearing out a forgotten closet. She sensed, but nonetheless inquired of us, to what degree we wished to be involved in each stop of the sale process. We were deep divers here, wanting to understand all the paper work and the curiosities of the market. We found her so patient and explanations clear. And after all was done, after the house was sold, Leslie did not disappear. She celebrated with us. She felt like family.

I walked into this process a nervous wreck with fears about what it meant to be a black first-time home buyer. It was an area I knew so little about, yet I felt simultaneously had such big expectations since I had worked on this life milestone for a while. Jose helped me through the process, educating me as we went along to understand the critical parts of how I could approach this process. At the same time, grounding my fears in facts and knowledge allowed me to let things of the irrational fears I had of the process. He understood that, for me, a lot was tied up in this process, and he wanted to ensure I came through it with a home and a good feeling about the experience. He made himself available to answer all my nervous questions with due care and attention. He shepherded me through a very intense process, ultimately allowing me to go from selecting him as my realtor to closing in two months. He was a wealth of resources that helped me endure a stressful part of my life. If you need a steady hand, a light-hearted individual with great negotiation skills and knowledge of the DC market, Jose is your man. I'm so happy Jose was able to help me find a home. I'm so happy to be a homeowner in DC.

We worked with Marc Ross and it was an incredible experience. Our discussions with him started in March 2020 when the pandemic had just begun. We were unsure of the market and he gave us some advice that actually countered his needs as a real estate agent. We delayed selling for a few years but because of his advice, came back to him when the time was right for selling. He made everything so easy - a true one stop shop, which was exactly what we needed and wanted. He walked us through the selling process, listened to our hopes, and worked with us to make sure we made the right decisions that would get us the desired end results. He lined up a contractor, did the negotiating, and all we had to do was agree, disagree, sign, and pay. It was exactly what we wanted. Marc is a resident in the neighborhood we sold in, which was another key reason we worked with him. He knew the neighborhood both because he lived in it and worked in it. We believe he had a true understanding of what people were looking for because he himself was that person. Marc was prompt in responding to all of our questions and provided everything we needed. We loved working with him and highly recommend him. 5 start experience!

We have now used Marc Ross and the Jenn Smira team to navigate us through three transactions-- the purchase of our first home, the sale of our first home, and the purchase of our second home. Throughout each process, we were constantly impressed with Marc's knowledge of the DC market and his ability to seemingly make the impossible happen in a crazy competitive market. When buying our second home, we were facing a market with extremely low inventory and high competition. Marc got us into showings just as properties hit the market, and used his relationships with realtors to make sure we would be given strong consideration if we made an offer. Ultimately, we were able to buy our dream home much quicker than we expected and couldn't be happier. On the sale side, Marc made the process so easy. He coordinated all necessary repairs and staging before listing, and perfectly executed his marketing plan to fetch a price higher than we expected to get, all with a quick close and no contingencies. We can't say enough good things about Marc and the whole Jenn Smira team!

Isabella is an excellent real estate agent of the Jenn Smira Team at Compass, very professional and highly knowledgeable. She helped me buy a townhouse in DC in July 2022. I was living abroad at the time, with little knowledge of the DC area real estate market. Isabella was extremely helpful in explaining the market to me, showing me the different DC neighborhoods, and answering all my questions and concerns. Isabella is also very attentive to the needs of her clients. Whenever I was with her, I had her full attention, and she was not distracted by other customers. I also appreciated that she always found a way to organize her schedule to show me houses while visiting DC. During home visits, she was very helpful, pointing out important details of the house and neighborhood to pay attention to. During the negotiation and closing, she was an excellent advocate for my needs, making sure my needs and requests were all met. Overall, my home buying process went smoothly thanks to Isabella's commitment and expertise. I very strongly recommend her.

I met Elvin Merlo at an open house in Arlington while my wife and I were looking for an investment property to buy. He immediately let us know that the home he was selling was not the best investment property due to rental restrictions and high association fees in the building. He walked us through the home buying process and showed us the criteria he uses to evaluate rental properties. Within two weeks of meeting Elvin, he helped us go under contract on an off-market property that he found. The condo next door with the same exact layout went on the market weeks later and sold for $35,000 more than what we paid for our unit. Elvin proceeded to help us with securing tenants and we received 3 applications within a short period of time. I can honestly say that Elvin had our best interest at heart. He was very professional, highly responsive to our needs and concerns and was always available to chat or meet at any time. We highly recommend Elvin and plan on working with him again in the near future.

I cannot express how grateful I am for the exceptional service provided by Alex G. and the entire Jenn Smira Team at Compass Real Estate. From the moment I decided to buy a new home, they provided the necessary expertise, and a genuine commitment to finding me the perfect place. The team's knowledge of the real estate market is second to none. They guided me through every step of the process, explaining intricate details and ensuring I fully understood all my options. This level of transparency and honesty was truly refreshing and greatly appreciated. Communication was flawless throughout my home-buying journey. They were always available to answer my questions and address any concerns promptly. It was clear that they were dedicated to making me feel comfortable and informed throughout the entire process. I can confidently say that without their help, I wouldn't have found my dream home. Thank you for making this process so enjoyable and for helping me find the perfect place to call home.

We recently worked with Marc Ross to sell our house in NE DC and he was outstanding! Throughout the entire process he was amazing. He initially walked through our house with us and gave us a range of options and recommendations for how we could upgrade various features of our house to get it ready for market. Compass’s in-house team did the renovations which made the house shine and really helped us reach the next level market selling price point. Marc and his team took care of all the marketing, private showings, and open house. It was awesome. He was super knowledgeable about our DC neighborhood market and his pricing strategy was spot on. In the end we sold the house in under a week for well above asking price. Marc and his team made the whole process so easy for us. We could not have asked for a better experience and would highly recommend them to anyone who is looking to buy/sell a house in DC. We’ll definitely be working with Marc and his team when we buy our next house!

I have not stopped gushing to anyone who will listen about our wonderful experience working with Isabella Pinto for the sale of our condo and purchase of our first house. We needed to sell and buy in DC while living in California in the spring of 2022, so the market was very tough but Isabella expertly guided us and offered help and support every step of the way. She arranged very sleek and modern staging services, which she oversaw to make sure the style was just right, she arranged a skilled inspector to do walk through inspections for us and FaceTimed throughout, she connected us with contractors and painters and landscapers to achieve all of our goals even after we closed. She also has an excellent eye for design so she could help my husband see the vision for the house we purchased. Isabella is also just a very good, kind person who responds very quickly and wants to do everything she can to help you get the home of your dreams!

Isabella Pinto is one of the kindest, most knowledgeable and honest agents I've ever met and done business together. She went above and beyond to show us only and exactly what we intended to buy, she coached and taught us so much about the market in Washington, DC, and she facilitated the entire process by being there at all times and providing us with an extremely pleasurable experience. Compass is the name of the firm that backs Isabella and her associates, they are honestly the BEST IN BUSINESS. You should look no further if you are still searching for a Real Estate professional. Compass has amazing office personnel, the team led by Jenn Smira is pure bliss. We want to thank Isabella, Mark, Danielle and Jenn for for the wonderful experience we were provided. Compass is the way to go, and Isabella Pinto will NOT disappoint you, extremely hard worker, kind, honest and just a joy to be around!

As a first-time home buyer, I had an excellent experience with Isabella and I highly recommend her work. From the beginning, she explained the market trends, selected the property according to my profile and was always available to show me the apartments. She also guided me through the whole acquisition process including the search, negotiation and closure. I really appreciated her attentiveness and the fact that she was readily available to answer to all my questions and doubts quickly. Prior to the acquisition, she directed me to the right professionals specialized in different aspects. Personally, I think that Isabella is amazing, full of positive energy and good vibes! Working with her was a pleasure. She was very patient with me and never put any pressure, which I really appreciated. Together, we found the perfect apartment and I can guarantee you that you’re in good hands with Isabella!

We have worked with the Jenn Smira team during three separate transactions, as buyers, and sellers. We could not have been happier with their services each time. Jenn and her team get it done! We worked with Marc Ross, who is very pleasant to work with, extremely professional, and treats his clients with kindness and respect. He offered good advice and input when necessary, yet was never too pushy. Marc Ross is extremely knowledgeable, and very good at handling any bumps that may come along during transactions.The communication of the team was top notch, our questions were always answered right away, and the process was handled with utmost clarity. The team stayed on top of things, made sure deadlines were met, and paid attention to all details. I highly recommend the Jenn Smira Team for real estate transactions.

We just sold our home in SW DC using the Jenn Smira Team. First of all, JENN IS FAMILY. 12 years ago she sold us our home and became family after that. Once you work with her, she maintains a great relationship providing friendship and kindness all along. When we got ready to sell, Jenn gave us sound advice about preparing our home and recommended outstanding contractors to make needed repairs. Every one of her recommendations did excellent and timely work. Jenn brought Lauren Rondeau into our sale and Lauren also was great to work with. She kept us updated and informed throughout. Every one of the members of the Jenn Smira team was great to work with including Ashley and Kimberly. We aren't planning to get back into the market for a least a year, but when we are ready, the first call we will make is to Jenn.

I highly recommend Leslie Dembinski as a real estate agent. Throughout the entire process of getting my home ready to sell and selling it, Leslie was professional, supportive, and kind. I grew to trust and respect her completely. She explained every step of the way so that I felt comfortable, even though I was selling a home I had owned for 43 years. Leslie's years of experience became evident quickly. I followed her advice for what I should do inside and outside my home to make it look its best, and my home presented very well. There were many offers. Leslie was an excellent resource in finding a landscaper, painters, and moving company. Also, throughout the process, Leslie was available by phone 24/7 to answer any questions. I am very grateful she was my real estate agent.

Working with Jose made my experience as a seller really low-stress and smooth-running. He was proactive in suggesting ideas and following up with viewings and sales leads. He always kept me informed and welcomed questions throughout the process. Most importantly, I felt that he really listened to my concerns and worked flexibly to address them. I would definitely recommend Jose to others and work with him again to buy or sell. The Jenn Smira Team, in general, has lots of market expertise and contacts with other reliable professionals. It was a good experience to work with people, especially Jose, who take pride in their work to help others to navigate through what's usually a major financial and personal life change.

We had a fantastic experience working with our realtor, Jose Ramirez from Compass team Smira. He was knowledgeable, professional, and dedicated to helping us find the perfect home. He took the time to thoroughly explain a home’s details before we decided to move forward with it. He also ensured that we knew of any potential risks of purchasing a particular property. He was extremely accommodating regarding scheduling viewings and making himself available on short notice when necessary. Jose’s expertise in negotiation was invaluable during the purchase of our home. His knowledge of local market trends allowed him to get us a great deal while ensuring that both parties felt they had a fair outcome from the transaction.

We have had such a great experience with the Jenn Smira Team. We have been working with Kaushik Rath, who has been such a Godsend! He helped us buy our new home and honestly don't think the sellers would have chosen us if it had not been for Kaush. He had formed a great relationship with the seller and so even though we were not the highest bidder, or even the second, they ended up choosing us because they could trust that our agent was the real deal and could get the job done. Kaush also helped us sell our convo extremely quickly with an offer over our asking price. He is easy to communicate with and you never feel like you're doing this alone! I would highly recommend Kaush and his team!

Shelley Gold has gone above and beyond the call of duty, serving as a trustworthy guide and advocate, as well as becoming a friend. Shelley helped me buy my first house in 2003, and just helped me sell that house. I've worked with her on three transactions. Her hard work, honesty and practicality have helped me to make good purchases and avoid bad ones. She's advised me not to buy a property far more than she has encouraged me to buy one. Shelley is a seasoned professional who is quick to respond and has always been available when I had questions. She keeps an eye on my money and makes sure my interests are the top priority. Shelley is an expert in her field and I highly recommend her!

Years ago, Jenn helped my husband and I buy our first home as young professionals in D.C. With no car (!), she kindly drove us youngsters around to open houses and ultimately guided us to buy the best home within the best community for us at the time and we met our lifelong friends and forever grateful for her experience to steer us in the right direction in home selection. Six years later, the Jenn Smira team helped us sell our home and guided us in buying our dream home that accommodates our family and the grandparents as well. Forever grateful to the Jenn Smira team for their professionalism and guidance, but also their personal customer experience and care.

Jenn and Lauren are the dream team. We had a few realtors to choose from, but it was clear that Jenn and Lauren were in another league. And they delivered. The listened to us from the start; then they advised spectacularly. The entire process was bespoke, and they were always a step ahead and anticipating our needs and questions. And they made great use of our time by showing us only the best properties, prepared with smart analysis and sound advice. From the very start until the close...and beyond -- we felt like we had trusted partners we could trust. We can't wait to work with them again, and introduce friends and colleagues to this terrific team.

We have known Marc and Jenn since 2013 when we bought our first house and were fortunate to get to work with Erica too this time around. They are AMAZING!! Both are incredibly knowledgeable about home buying/selling, offering many insights that we would have never thought about. They are thoughtful, warm, and laid back so that you do not feel pressure throughout the process, while also diligent in terms of responsiveness and assistance throughout the entire process. They were patient and quick to answer our many questions and requests. The rest of the COMPASS team was absolutely wonderful to work with as well. We would HIGHLY recommend them!!

Annie Richardson was such a great realtor to have for the purchase of our first home. She was so wonderful about guiding us through the process (we really had no idea what we were doing) and setting us up for success when it was time to submit an offer. In fact, Annie's negotiation skills were so good that our very first offer was accepted despite being outbid by another prospective buyer by over 40K! She could often set up home tours the day we emailed her about a place and always arrived to our appointments on time. She was incredibly responsive, encouraging, and most importantly, a straight shooter. We appreciate her so much!

Alex is an absolute standout in the real estate industry. With a deep understanding of the local market, Alex's knowledge sets him apart as the go-to agent for anyone looking to buy or sell properties in the DC area. Alex goes above and beyond, tailoring his approach to clients' unique needs. His attention to detail and genuine care for client satisfaction are evident in every interaction. For anyone in search of a real estate agent in DC, I wholeheartedly recommend Alex. His expertise, dedication, and outstanding results make him the ideal choice for a seamless and successful real estate experience!

Had a fantastic experience working with Kaush in purchasing a new home. Kaush is diligent, available, and honest - he doesn't beat around the bush which we appreciate. We literally would not have gotten our dream home without Kaush as our agent - the sellers indicated that they chose our offer (which was not the highest/best) because they trusted Kaush. Moreover, life circumstances caused us to have to sell our old home on short notice - and he helped us competitively price our unit and sell it within 1 day of listing!! He knows real estate inside and out, and is a professional through and through.

I bought my condo with Isabella in November 2022 and having her guiding me through this process was one of the best decisions I made. Isabella has a very good understanding of the housing market, and somehow she met every goal on my very long list of demands. As a foreigner in DC, she was able to explain the implications of every single choice considering the marketing rules and my lifestyle. It took me a couple of months to find the perfect place, and Isabella never hesitated to walk me through properties even when they were just educative. I highly recommend her with no reservations.

I had the great pleasure to have Isabella Pinto as my Realtor and she made made my first time home buying experience simple and easy. She was patient enough to explain everything that was happening as the process went along and made me feel and showed that she had my best interest at the forefront of the entire purchase process. Her team is very well connected with a network of reliable home inspectors and mortgage lenders and this made the process even smoother. Even after the I purchased my home she was there to help me. I would Highly recommend Isabella Pinto and Jennifer's team!!

Jose Ramirez has been the best real estate agent that both my fiancé and I have worked with. Jose helped us throughout our entire journey of finding exactly what we wanted in a home. He has been professional, helpful, and reliable, both during our home tours and helping us close on our home. He also connected us with an amazing home inspector, who gave a thorough review of our property. I felt like both Jose and his team were critical in making this a smooth process from start to finish. I could not recommend him enough to anyone looking to find exactly what they want in a home!

I cannot say enough about how positive my experience was working with Greg Schneider and the Jenn Smira Team at Compass. Greg is *beyond amazing*; he’s extremely engaged, communicative, strategic, informed, collaborative, flexible, and very, very astute in understanding the fluctuations of the market. In other words, he’s who you want by your side when selling a property. The support of the Jenn Smira Team (marketing, logistics, etc.) is an added bonus that makes you feel *completely* supported from start to finish. I highly recommend Greg and the Jenn Smira team!

Highly recommend the Jenn Smirna team. Marc Ross made a tricky sale easy, working closely with the buyers agent to make sure everything closed smoothly. He had great recommendations on everything from price to staging. Erica Breaux helped me at every step of the purchase process - from figuring out offers in a competitive market to getting in to view new construction as soon as it was available for tours. She was responsive and available to answer questions throughout the process. Since my purchase, Erica has stayed in touch, helping me navigate the market.

Nothing but positive feedback for Jenn Smira and her team! My husband and I sold our downtown condo while being out of state, and Jenn's team made the process painless, providing regular communication and helping us understand the market as first time home sellers. Jenn and Arielle provided keen and fair insight around staging, setting a price point, and navigating offers. Throughout the process, Jenn and Arielle took the time to get to know us, were thorough in their strategy, and earnest in their guidance. Full trust in and appreciation for this team!

We strongly recommend Isabella Pinto as a realtor!! My fiancee and I worked with her to purchase our first home and really can’t say enough good things about her. As a first-time home buyers, we were not very familiar with the house hunt process. She was extremely helpful; she took time to sit down with us to explain the entire process, step by step. Isabella also provided excellent advice regarding the mortgage process and she was willing to meet with us late in the weekday evenings and during weekends over the course of several months.

Working with Lauren Rondeau was just the best, easiest experience. She knew what we were looking for, helped us understand the market and put together a competitive offer, and then shepherded us through all of the other conversations with the seller's agent, inspectors, etc. She made sure to ask all the questions we didn't think to, explain how the process worked at every turn, and followed up with us after each meeting. We love our brand new house, but would use Lauren and the Jenn Smira team again in a heartbeat if we ever need to!

Lauren Rondeau was an incredible realtor to work with as first time home buyers. We weren't really sure what we were looking for or where and Lauren was extremely patient and understanding towards us. Her expertise in DC/Northern Virginia is unmatched. Lauren always gave her honest opinion when we were looking at houses, which was a huge help since we were truly out of our element. We felt as though we could truly ask her anything. I would recommend Lauren from the Jen Smira team to anyone, but especially first time home buyers.

Lauren and Jenn are fantastic; cannot recommend them highly enough. We worked with Lauren on buying our first home in DC when the market was really hot. Lauren gave us great advice throughout the process and was a very calm, cool, collected head. She's extremely quick to respond and was willing to go to open houses with us at a moment's notice. Jenn and Lauren also seemed to know exactly how to structure our offer so it was accepted when we were bidding on a place with multiple offers. Will definitely work with them again!

Marc Ross and the Jenn Smira team were tremendous in navigating me through the entire process of selling my home. They understand the market, share recommendations home improvements, and connected me with top-notch contractors for home improvements. My house was under contract within 4 days of going on market and all offers were above asking price. Most importantly, I always felt valued and a highly cared for customer. There is no one else I'd rather have by my side then Marc and the Jenn Smira team. Thank you so much!

Lauren Rondeau from the Jenn Smira team was simply fantastic. In an incredibly difficult market, Lauren was knowledgeable, decisive, and patient (with us!). We cast a wide net (DC, MD, VA) and she was on top of all three markets, which let us find exactly what we needed. She helped us not only get a great offer in just a few days of our home being listed, but worked to write a winning offer on our new home. Absolutely the person we needed and we are so grateful we had her to guide us!

Marc was recommended by a friend. He and his team were amazing in both buying and selling. When buying, Marc was patient, had a good eye on the Hill and when we found our house he spent a lot of time connecting us with contractors and on the many walk throughs before closing. On selling, he helped us ensure top dollar for our home from improvements to great photography to picking a good day to list. His network is strong and overall we’re very happy and would recommend Jenn’s team!

We bought our first home with Jenn Smira back in 2009 and have bought and sold two times with Jenn since then (in DC and NoVA). Jenn is a trusted partner on both the buy and sell side, always - I mean always - looking out for her clients’ best interests. She was patient with our search yet was also professionally and respectfully questioning when we were being unrealistic (or stubborn). A great sounding partner and a tenacious negotiator. So grateful to have Jenn as our realtor!

Jose Ramirez and the Jen Smira Team continue to impress us with their knowledge of the real estate market. With Jose helping us find another piece of DC real estate, we were able to navigate the process with ease and find the perfect property. Jose and the Team are one of kind when it comes to catering to a clients needs. He was always available for phone calls and meetings. We would absolutely use Jose and the Jen Smira Team to find our third and possibly fourth property.

Shelley Gold and the entire Jenn Smira Team were a dream to work with. Shelley took all the stress out of selling our home. She was patient and diplomatic, and always willing to go the extra mile with a smile on her face. The turn times between upgrading the home, to putting it on the market, to closing far exceeded our expectations. We truly felt like she always had our best interests in mind. We highly recommend Shelley and the entire Jenn Smira Team.

I cannot say enough about how positive our experience was working with Doug Morningstar and the Jenn Smira Team at Compass. Doug was great to work with and kept us informed throughout our home search and purchase. He was very engaged, communicative, and flexible during our search. This was our first purchase in the district and Doug's support along with the assistance of the Jenn Smira Team made us feel totally supported from start to finish.

I purchased a property as a first-time homebuyer with Lauren Rondeau in 2021 and could not have been happier with the process! Lauren was highly knowledgeable about the market and process, patient with and responsive to my questions, and well-researched on each of the specific properties we visited. I recommended Lauren to a friend who also had a great experience consistent with my own. Thanks to Lauren & the whole Jenn Smira team!

We recently worked with Jose Ramirez and Jenn Smira team @ Compass. He is an outstanding realtor and his extensive knowledge of the local market, clear communication, and unmatched professionalism made our home buying experience a breeze. Jose's attention to detail, negotiation skills, and willingness to go the extra mile resulted in an excellent deal. I wholeheartedly recommend him to anyone looking for a top-notch realtor in DMV.

Shelley Gold is fantastic. She is focused on long-term relationships with her clients, so her interest is not making a quick buck but making sure you actually get what you want and need, working with you over many years. For instance, she advised me not to sell my apartment at one point, even though she would have been the listing agent. She is smart and honest and responsive, and you will love working with her.

Alex Guckenberger (part of the Jen Smira team) was our agent and made the home buying process so simple! We were first time home buyers and it could not have had a more seamless experience. It was a pleasure working with him, as him and his team always replied very promptly and were very knowledge. I would highly recommend using him as your future agent, you will not regret it! Thank you Alex!

Jose was wonderful to work with! We are first time home buyers and he was patient and informative every step of the way. We found a fixer upper and he helped us connect with a contractor who could give us a quick quote on update costs that informed our offer. He also connected us with an incredibly knowledgeable home inspector. We are so thankful for his availability and kindness.

Jenn and her team of experienced and knowledgeable agents are the best on the business. They go above and beyond to understand what their clients want, and when it comes to selling a place they are not only creative in the structure of the listing but they are relentless toward making sure clients get the maximum gain out of their sale. I love this top-notch team!

Shelley Gold, part of the Jenn Smira team, was not only my realtor, she’s become one of my dearest friends. So much so that I’ve referred three other friends to her, and she took as good care of them and their needs as she did of me and mine. I wouldn’t think of using any other realtor than Shelley Gold. She and her team members put the client first. Five stars!

Leslie helped me to close a real estate transaction made complicated by the fact that I was living in another country. She navigated the logistical challenges this posed efficiently and easily, leading to a seamless process. On top of that she was an absolute pleasure to work with and I would recommend her to anyone seeking a home in the DMV area.

We've worked with Jenn for many years now- both buying and selling homes and have had the opportunity to work with Lauren on her team as we buy and sell this year. They are prompt, friendly and excellent advocates for their clients, especially in such a challenging market. We've put a great deal of trust in them and haven't been disappointed.

Having worked with many agents over the last several years, it’s not a competition - Alex and the Smira team are second to none. As we continue to purchase properties through the DMV area, I wouldn’t consider anyone else. They are both a buyer’s and seller’s DREAM. No one has made our lives easier during these typically stressful moments.

Working with Jenn Smira and Lauren Rondeau from the Jenn Smira Team at Compass was a phenomenal experience from start to finish. They have deep knowledge and expertise in DMV real estate, and we loved their practical, can-do approach. This is the second time we have engaged them, and we couldn't recommend Jenn and her team more highly.

Jose Ramirez and the Compass team went above and beyond for us as first time home buyers. They have fantastic connections with everyone in the industry from lenders with the best rates, all the way through to amazing contractors once we were in our new home. We love our new home and they made the process enjoyable and minimized stress!

Jill Patel is exceptional! Her unmatched real estate expertise, seamless communication, dedication, strong negotiation skills, and unwavering professionalism make her the go-to realtor. She guided us with confidence for last 10 years, provided invaluable insights, and secured a fantastic deal. I highly recommend Jill Patel. Five stars!

Isabella Pinto was the best realtor I have ever had. She could explain all differences real state markets and rules between different countries and helped me to navigate in all steps for buying my third property. She is very didactical and supportive for a such important decision of anyone life's. Congratulations for Jenn Smira time.

Working with Lauren Rondeau was a dream! As a first time homebuyer, she worked through each step of the process with me, allowed me to see the property more than once, juggled my inspection and other tasks while I was out of town and more. I truly felt apart of the family and have recommended her to several friends. 10/10 recommend!

If you’re looking to sell, buy or invest in the DC area, I’d 1000000% recommend The Jenn Smira Team! Working with them has been a fantastic experience. They provide the full 5-star experience from start to finish. From the second you meet them, you can tell they truly care about each and every one of their clients.

Lauren is fantastic! She was incredibly knowledgeable, helpful, and responsive throughout the process of selling our home. She took care of repairs, staging, and photos, kept us up to date on showings and feedback, and guided us through the negotiations/closing. We really enjoyed working with her!

Jenn and her team are fantastic. They helped us find our dream home during a very competitive buying season. They ensured that the houses did not have any problematic issues, they were dogged and thought creatively to help us make a successful offer. We would work with them again!

My husband hired Jenn Smira’s team to purchase his first apartment, and liked her so much that several years later we hired her to sell the apartment and purchase our next place. She made the process really fun and easy for us, and we will definitely hire her again in the future!

I used Jessica Bachay to sell a brand new single family home I developed in the Anacostia neighborhood of Washington, DC. She set a record selling it for $810k when the highest previous sale was $572k. I strongly recommend using Jessica for any of your listings. She's the best!

Lauren Rondeau was fantastic to work with on the sale of my DC condo. She is super knowledgeable about the market, responsive, and diligent about following up. Highly recommend working with her and the Jenn Smira team whether you are looking to sell or buy in the area.

I think our house was one of the first sold from the team maybe 15 years ago..Jenn Smira spent hours with us and was always enthusiastic..filled with possibility in every property we viewed. We will always use Jenn and her team for our house buying/selling needs!!!

I highly recommend Leslie for all your real estate needs. She rented our house in D.C with the utmost professionalism. She was thorough and very responsive to the process and to answering all our questions. Literally, Leslie is awesome and a pleasure to work with.

Jenn Smira is amazing! She helped us find our forever home and we are still there 11 years later. Jenn’s attention to detail, knowledge and professionalism shine through. We had a very positive experience and highly recommend Jenn and her team for your needs.

It's always a pleasure working with The Jenn Smira Team. Their general attitude is amazing, they have excellent systems/processes and are determined to make sure their clients get results. For anyone looking to buy or sell in DC, I'd recommend them 100%.

Shelley was outstanding! The sale of a home is always complicated, Shelley took the complication out of it. Shelley helped us navigate the market and insure that we received the best price for our home. Her responsiveness and professionalism were great!

Doug was extremely helpful, professional, knowledgeable, and responsive. He was a pleasure to work with and very patient and understanding during our home buying process. I would highly recommend Doug to guide you through the home buying process

Doug Morningstar of Compass helped us find a condo in the Navy Yard area. As soon as we reached out to him, he identified a number of potential places, arranged for us to see them and in short order we made an offer on a unit. Doug provided

I had such a wonderful experience working with the Jenn Smira Team on the purchase of my new property in Dupont Circle. As a first time home-buyer, I had so many questions about the process, and Jenn's team was always available and eager to

Alex Guckenberger was a really lucky find. Happen to be the contact on one of the first properties I looked at and ended up helping me through the next month of my condo search. Was extremely helpful in figuring out what I truly wanted and

What an amazing team at Jenn Smira. From our introductory phone conversation Lauren and Jenn were spot on understanding our needs and wants for an apartment . Their deft knowledge of the market showed us only units in our desired range and

Alex Guckenberger was my realtor and he did a fantastic job. Found me multiple options to check. Went on multiple visits with me and after I found the condo l liked, he managed getting me a lot of credit. Very good and highly recommend him.

My husband and I absolutely loved working with Lauren Rondeau from the Jenn Smira Team. At seven months pregnant, we found ourselves in the market for a new home after an unexpected change of plans. We had little confidence that we could

My husband and I were very lucky to have Isabella Pinto, from the Jenn Smira Team, as our realtor. This was our first homeowner experience, and Isabella’s commitment to excellence greatly facilitated this purchase-process. Before meeting

We got in touch with Jenn’s team through Zillow. Isabella worked with us in finding a property that could meet our expectations. She helped us refine our search and identify properties. She was super fast in arranging visits to potential

We had such a fantastic experience with Shelley Gold! She answered all of our questions, was patient with us, and guided us to the perfect home. We couldn't be happier with the process and happily give 5 stars and our full recommendation.

Can't say enough about how fantastic it was working with Marc! He went above and beyond every step of the way to advocate for us and make sure we had the best buying experience possible. He was incredibly knowledgable and an invaluable

The Jenn Smira team is amazing! Highly recommend their personalized service. My realtor Leslie did an exceptional job helping me find my dream home in Northern Virginia! Be sure to use Jenn Smira team when looking for your dream home.

We recently sold our home in the H Street Corridor with Marc Ross and the Jenn Smira Team and can't recommend them highly enough. Marc introduced us to the concept of "off market" which was appealing for a number of reasons: no open

We love everything about working with Jenn Smira! She makes buying and selling houses easy. And is a wise and helpful advisor through what can be a stressful process. We can’t imagine selling (or buying!) without her!

Working with Jill Patel was lovely and we found the perfect condo with their help. We have continued to build our relationship with their team and I am certain when we buy our next home, we will be working with them!

Shelley Gold is fantastic. She got me into my first home and helped me sell it 10 years later! She was a trusted real estate advisor the whole time, always accessible and responsive. You will love working with her.

I've had the chance to work with the team on a few transactions, specifically with Alex G. Each time, it has been a professional and seamless experince. I highly recommend the Jenn Smira Team and Alex Guckenberger!

We had a great experience with Lauren selling my home in DC. She was communicative, strategic and helpful throughout the entire process! Would definitely use Lauren Rondeau and the Jenn Smira team at Compass again!

Isabela was great to work with! We had a great experience buying our home and we are happy with how the process went from start to finish. If we buy another property one day, we would love to work with her again.

As a consultant I know how important it is to not only be a good expert ( eg neighborhoods, contract) but also to listen and ask questions. I love Jenn’s team not because of what they know but what they ask

It's always a pleasure to work with Kaush Rath and the Jenn Smira Team at Compass. Kaush provides the best advice and support through both the buying and selling process. Highly recommend working with him!

We have just arrived in the US and Isabella was the perfect help we needed to find a place to live. Thanks to her and her team, we bought the right house with great professional support. Thank you all!

I did business with Isabella Pinto last year to buy a town home. I was new to the whole process and I found that Isabella's advice was key during the bidding, which it as the most critical part to me.

The Jenn Smira team helped buying my first property look easy. Jose was my realtor, and he did an awesome job. Ashley was always on top of everything, and helped us stay on track. Thank you team!

My roommate and I had a fantastic experience with Jessica Bachay from the Jenn Smira Team. She was extremely communicative and helpful. I have never had such a smooth apartment hunt and signing.

Kaush helped us rent two commercial properties in the District of Columbia. He was wonderful to work with. He always responded promptly and was very knowledgeable. I felt safe working with him.

Lauren from the Jenn Smira Team was a fabulous partner during our home search! She was proactive, responsive to our needs, and helped us navigate the complexities of the market.

Loved working with Doug Morningstar on the purchase of a condo. He did a great job educating us about the market, understanding our needs, and finding us a great place!

We bought our house with Isabela Pinto from Jenn Smith’s Team. Our experience was great and Isabela’s knowledge and professionalism made everything go well.

The Jenn Smira Team recently helped me in the process of buying a condo for the first time. My real state agent was the amazing Isabella.