Obtaining the services of a real estate agent is much more than "finding someone to sell your…read morehome". This is especially true if you are selling an inherited property as I was earlier this year. A good real estate agent will know the area, know the laws and rules and will help assess your home and get it listed and sold for a "good price". A great real estate agent is a counselor, a partner in your effort, someone who "has your back" throughout the process in addition to doing all of the real estate work. Philippa Main is an *outstanding* real estate agent and an even better person. My father passed away leaving a home in Woodbridge, Virginia - the home in which I grew up and which contained almost 50 years of possessions. I contacted Philippa in March of 2026 to discuss its potential sale even as the house was in significant disarray while I engaged in the slow process of cleaning it out and sorting through the many things my parents had accumulated over the years. When she visited the home, I looked around and threw up my hands. Philippa looked around and said, "we can make this happen." I sought her out specifically because she mentioned having expertise in sales of homes that are inherited - a particular niche that involves a delicate dance of handling family dynamics, wills, probate laws and determining what, if any, money should be put into renovations or improvements that will get a reasonable return on the investment. From our first conversation over the phone - which she took time to do in the middle of a busy weekend - Philippa was incredibly personable, easy to talk to and anticipated many of my questions and many of my concerns as we talked. By the end of our conversation, I felt like I was chatting with a friend who had expertise I needed. Over the following three months, she was a (rapidly-responded-to) text or phone call away as I navigated getting the house ready for sale. She helped outline a schedule and a plan to list the home. She connected me with a large network of trusted service providers from junk removers to contractors to painters to flooring experts from whom I obtained estimates and some of whom I contracted to help clear out the house and prepare it for sale. While she always reiterated that she would back any decision I made regarding the house, I always sought her counsel when making major decisions such as whether or not to spend money on renovations and, if so, which ones were most important. Of course, there were obstacles - some amusing, some less-so - but Philippa helped me handle each one with a confidence borne of having "seen it before". That is an incredibly valuable thing when dealing with a stressful situation. In the end, the home was listed in June and had nearly seventy showings in three days. The house sold for well over its asking price and after all of it I know some things: The home could have been sold by another agent. But few, if any, others could have been a partner in the process the way Philippa was for me. She was a trusted resource, a confidant, a person who knew when to inject humor into a situation and when helping me vent was what was needed - she understands people and the process of selling an inherited home in addition to being a brilliant real estate agent who knows the area and who knows how to get the job done. I couldn't recommend her more for ANY real estate work but, especially, if you face the task of preparing and selling an inherited property.

Philippa is a phenomenal realtor. She is very knowledgeable about the Arlington market and is…read moreespecially skilled around selling inherited homes. Her warmth comes though on every interaction. If you are selling a home in northern VA or selling an inherited home in this area, I highly recommend reaching out to Philippa. She is very generous with her time and skilled at what she does. You won't be disappointed!

Our experience working with Jin Wickwire to sell our home has been nothing short of wonderful. Over…read morethe past 13+ years, and across multiple moves (this was our third home in Virginia alone), Jin has consistently been thorough and professional--from the earliest pre-planning stages all the way through post-closing. This most recent sale came with several contingencies that could have delayed or derailed the process. We were understandably worried, but Jin took each one by the horns and resolved them one by one. Thanks to her skill and determination, we closed right on schedule. How else can we describe her? Simply fabulous. Her team was equally wonderful and a pleasure to work with. Thank you so much, Jin!

We don't usually leave negative reviews, but our experience with our former landlord and real…read moreestate agent, Jin Wickwire, unfortunately ended on a very disappointing note. While the home-buying process itself was smooth, our move-out experience was the complete opposite. As a family with young children, we were repeatedly questioned and made to feel uncomfortable over normal wear and tear......things like minor drywall nicks that are expected in any home with kids. These were already being addressed on our end with a contractor, as we had communicated. Despite agreeing to cover repairs and forfeit a $3,000 deposit, we were met with unnecessary comments and a level of aggression that felt unprofessional and unwarranted. It was especially disappointing given that we chose to work with her over many other options, expecting a level of trust and respect in return. We believe in accountability and were fully willing to take care of any legitimate damages....but respect and professionalism should go both ways. Based on this experience, we would not recommend doing business with Jin.

Shaun will shepherd you through the whole process! He makes everything easy and has 1 million…read moreresources to share!

Shaun makes the overwhelming process of selling a house as seamless as you could hope for. His…read morethorough knowledge of the market was evident in our first meeting. He put us at ease every step of the way by detailing the process and answering our questions with just the right amount of information. Not to mention he was highly responsive. It was clearly informed decision-making getting us multiple offers that was beyond what we expected to receive. He went above and beyond, making the prep, staging, open house, and then advice on the offers was invaluable. Shaun is the consummate professional and is the top choice when selling a house in Alexandria. You can't ask for better!

We had an outstanding experience working with Megan Fass and the Fass Results Group in selling my…read moreparents' home in McLean. From the very beginning, Megan and her team (Jenny Moore) demonstrated professionalism, market expertise, and a genuine commitment to understanding our goals. Thanks to her strategic approach and strong network, we received five competitive offers in a short period of time. What truly set Megan apart, though, was her ability to help us navigate those offers thoughtfully--not just focusing on price, but on finding the right buyer. It was very important to our family that the home not be sold to a developer who would tear it down, and Megan respected and prioritized that throughout the process. In the end, she helped us secure a buyer who aligned with our wishes while still delivering an excellent outcome financially. Her communication was clear, her guidance was steady, and she made what could have been a stressful process feel smooth and well-managed. The house was on the market in January and we had two snow storms that Megan and Jenny were able to take care of getting the snow on the driveway shuffled in time for the open house. We're incredibly grateful for Megan's dedication and would highly recommend her and the Fass Results Group to anyone looking to sell (or buy) their home.

Paul's the best realtor around. Paul was not only knowledgeable, communicative, and quick to get…read morethings done- he also provided sound guidance when I asked for it; was encouraging and checked in on me when several hurdles presented along the way; was always flexible and thorough... The list goes on. As a first time homebuyer, there was so much I didn't know and so much I was anxious about- he is trustworthy and made me feel grounded through the whole process. All in all, my buying experience with him was more than I could have asked for.

Update: I was genuinely concerned with Ms. Delgado's response, as I certainly wouldn't want to…read moremisattribute negative comments. I checked my phone records and do see that her number called mine while my home was on the market, but I do not see any record of a number associated with the Maria Delgado she believes I interacted with calling me. Again, this wasn't the biggest deal and it was only one interaction - YMMV. My original post was flagged because "it lacks a substantive consumer experience". I'm not sure why the below isn't a substantive experience, but I'll restate it in more verbose terms. I was selling a home and she was showing my home to her client. She called with short notice to show my home and then did not arrive during the window she requested. She arrived 35 minutes after without calling. Further, she did not apologize for the tardiness, possibly because she didn't want to look bad in front of her customer. Opinion - based on my experience and Brian S's experience, it seems like Ms. Delgado could afford to go through some professional growth. I wouldn't say she is hopeless, I just would want my friends to know I didn't have the best experience AND I would want Ms. Delgado to know I would appreciate more professionalism. This was my experience with her and I would think others would want to know - which is the purpose of yelp. If yelp deems this unrelated to the customer experience, I'll move my crowd-sourcing needs and reviews elsewhere. Here was my original review: Pleasant, however, arrived 35 minutes after showing window without calling. Made for a needlessly awkward situation for all parties involved. Certainly more understandable before cell phones.

Maria has demonstrated a level of dedication to my husband and i on our new journey of buying our…read moredream home. George and I started this venture a year ago and decided to wait for personal reasons and she stood by us and never pushed us on our venture but showed patience and genuine interest in our thought process and remained close to us. We decided this month to once again start our venture for our dream home and Maria came through with flying colors. She was so precise in finding the perfect house for us! We didn't even need to view a bunch of houses, she knew EXACTLY what we wanted and found it. During our process Maria had surgery but as soon as she came out of her surgery she was on her A game like no other! She didn't miss a beat. We not only put on offer on our dream house but she ensured that we ratified on it the same day! If you are looking for a dedicated, loyal and exemplary agent to provide you a stress free journey for your dream home she is it! No question she will find it for you.... Thank you Maria for everything you have given us! Lorena and George

Sold for Above List Price with No Contingencies -- in a Buyer's Market -- Thanks to Sandra & Alex!…read moreWe couldn't be happier with the results Sandra Crews and Alex Crews delivered on the sale of our home in Greenbriar. We sold above list price, with no contingencies, at a time when 3 nearly identical homes were also on the market -- and ours sold for more than all of them. In fact, of all comparable homes sold within 90 days, ours achieved the highest price per square foot. And this was with mostly original windows, yellow vinyl siding, an ancient furnace, and an aging roof! From the beginning, Sandra and Alex provided strategic advice that was truly invaluable. They helped us prioritize which improvements would give us the best return and referred us to excellent professionals -- a painting company, hardwood floor refinishers, and carpet installers. Alex's expertise with technology and marketing brought maximum exposure -- the photo quality, order, and online presentation were fantastic and drove lots of buyer interest. They also patiently worked with us when our timeline shifted by a week. What really stood out was how professional, detail-oriented, and available they were throughout the process. We never felt any pressure -- just helpful recommendations and guidance. Sandra is an outstanding negotiator. She proactively reached out to generate multiple offers, and expertly leveraged them to help us select the best one with the highest likelihood of closing quickly and smoothly. We interviewed 3 excellent local agents, but Sandra and Alex clearly stood out. Their preparation was incredibly detailed (almost too thorough -- they love what they do!). Having two highly skilled professionals on our side gave us great peace of mind. Their commission was very fair, and the level of service we received was exceptional. If you want a team that works tirelessly, brings expert strategy, and delivers fantastic results -- Sandra and Alex are it!

Sandra and Alex did an excellent job working with me throughout the process. Both were very…read moreresourceful and knowledgeable in regards to purchasing the property. They were very helpful during the offer phase and were very good at accomplishing tasks in a timely manner. Because of their high level of professionalism, I felt confident and assured during the buying process and will retain them in the future.

Our Mother passed away earlier this year - we utilized Traci to sell our Mother's condo. Traci was…read moreincredibly helpful and supportive during a very difficult and stressful time. She provided us with information on all of the angles and what we could potentially expect given current market conditions. Traci was available to us whenever we needed her. She is very responsive. Traci is highly professional and a joy to work with. I can recommend her enough!

It was surely a great experience to work with Traci. We are impressed by her ethical and…read moreprofessional way of working. She finds a win-win solution for any complicated situation comes in your way while selling your house. We will highly recommend Traci Oliver & Team as a Realtor.

My experience with PJ was exquisite. He's extremely knowledgeable, and was always willing to guide…read moreme through the process whenever I had a question. He's patient as well, so he will not pressure you to pursue a home just to close the ordeal. I highly recommend him if you need a realtor, and I will use him for my next home purchase.

PJ just helped me purchase my first home! It was an amazing process and far less stressful than I…read morewas worried about. PJ never pressured me to do any particular course of action, he just guided me through it and handled what needed to be handled. I'm going to be recommending him to all of my friends and family in the area.