If you are looking to buy a house in the DC area, Simon Sarver is hands down the best person to guide you through this process. He is attentive, knowledgeable, thorough, and wonderfully personable. Simon began our conversation by making sure he understood exactly where we were at and meeting us there. Although I was not a first time home buyer, I wanted a refresher on the entire process. He offered and gave us a tutorial and Q&A session to walk us through the current housing market and what to expect if we wanted to move forward, while also encouraging us to work on whatever timeline made the most sense for us. He was attentive to all of our needs and customized a plan and search for us - explaining all the details along the way whenever we asked. Having worked with several real estate agents before, I so appreciated that Simon was easily reachable via text, email, and phone at all times. We were positively overwhelmed by Simon's knowledge of DC neighborhoods, pricing data, and trends. He took an analytical approach and listened intently to us - asking insightful questions along the way to tailor our search and help us think more clearly. Ultimately, he helped us win an incredibly competitive situation on a tight deadline. We couldn't be happier with our new home and are so grateful for the time and energy Simon put into our homebuying journey! read more

There is so much more that goes into buying a house than I realized. Simon made it a simple step by step process. From finding the house through making the offer, negotiating contracts, and finally closing on Valentine's Day, Simon supported us every step of the way! He also has a great network and was able to refer any additional help we needed in the process (inspectors, contractors, etc) Simon will work on your timeline without pressure and will help you find the perfect house when you are ready. Simon worked with us for almost 3 years to find and purchase our house! First he found us a great rental and stayed in touch until we were ready to buy. We couldn't be happier to be settled into our home and would refer Simon to anyone even thinking about buying a house. read more

Simon was just incredible to work with. I was a first time home buyer, purchasing as a single, and unsure of what type of home I wanted or even the location. Simon was not only a wealth of knowledge but was beyond patient, showing me around a variety of properties in a handful of different areas. Every time we saw something that I was even remotely interested in, Simon would compile a "report" on the property with any and every detail he thought might be important to me. He made the process so smooth and seamless. Simon went above and beyond to make sure everything was constantly taken care of and that I was always protected as the buyer which was an incredible relief. I cannot thank Simon enough and look forward to working with him again on my next home purchase. I highly recommend Simon to any home buyer! read more

I just wanted to take a moment to let folks know how impressed I was by how Simon handled the sale of my daughter and son-in-law's house in Hyattsville.  They had their hands full and were overwhelmed with getting a house ready to sell while preparing to move to Baltimore, which included simultaneously searching for temporary and permanent housing, my daughter wrapping up one job, starting a new one, and my son-in-law working full time while also looking for a new job in Baltimore.  They had too much to manage and getting their house ready to sell felt like the breaking point for them. My husband and I have bought and sold quite a few homes over the last 40 years, but we never had an agent as engaged and invested like Simon. Our kids did a good job prepping and staging, but his expertise and holding their hand throughout the process made all the difference. It was a huge relief when Simon stepped in, which in the end, along with his expertise and knowledge of the market led to an amazing result. We were stunned that they had an offer within 24 hours of going live, above asking and without contingencies. Our kids checked out several realtors and their companies, but decided to go with Simon, ruling out more established local realtors based on one meeting.  He was truly the consummate professional, but also connected so well with his clients on a personal level. I know they trusted his leadership throughout the process and were so grateful for all his efforts which in the end led to a most successful outcome. For anyone buying/selling a home in the DMV area, I can't recommend Simon highly enough. read more

Simon is INCREDIBLE. I truly wouldn't work with anyone else - he is responsive, forward-thinking, and most importantly, actually cares about you and your needs. Over the process of buying a home, he became a true friend to me and someone I would work with again in a heartbeat. At every step of the way, he made sure I was comfortable, confident, and getting my needs met. He checked in constantly and always brought humor and warmth to every situation. Highly recommend working with him if you ever need a realtor!!! read more

Simon has now helped us on both ends of the real estate process: Buying our home in 2015 and then selling it in 2020. Both times he did exemplary work. (We wouldn't have been repeat clients otherwise.) He was a great listener and strategist, and he gave sound advice all throughout the process. Communication was effortless. We were worried about selling our home during a pandemic, but Simon guided us through this uncharted territory masterfully. We couldn't have been more pleased, and if life presents us with another opportunity to return to Washington, we will seek out Simon's services for a third time. read more

Simon went above and beyond expectations of what we thought a realtor does or can do. We cannot recommend him enough - in fact, within weeks of closing we've already recommended him to two close friends in the early stages of home buying. Here are just a few of Simon's core characteristics: Patience: For any first time (or some tenth time) home buyer, the process is long, stressful, and rarely straightforward. Simon met with us months before we were ready to look, went as fast or slow as we wanted, and gave us incredibly helpful tips to pick the right neighborhood, house, and every detail in between. He never made us feel rushed, confused, or without options - thank you Simon! Financially and Economically Mindful: Many people work in real estate because they are "relationship" minded. Great, you certainly need to be! Simon, however, also brings a strong background in economics, looking outward into the housing & broader economic market and couples that with your unique financial situation to identify the value / fit of the house, and ensures it works for you. He doesn't sell you on too much house, doesn't discourage waiting if that makes sense for you / the market, and comes to every conversation with up/down side models to help you make the right call. All realtors should do this. Simon sets the bar! Transparency: Simon tells you the good, bad and unknown. If a home is going to stretch you too thin, he'll be straight with you. If you are overpaying just because you can, he'll tell you. When he doesn't know about a neighborhood, construction style, etc, he'll be honest and get you answers from someone who does. He also does this with empathy and amazing follow up to make sure you understand all the details of your decisions. Insightful: He knows homes and he knows this market. He can help you with a range of decisions like the cost/benefit assessment of various home improvement projects, the pros and cons of lot type and zoning laws, and most importantly the skill to help you with a risk tolerance analysis as you consider the various levers at your disposal to win your dream home. Simon has helpful insights on all of them Well-respected and connected: Simon works with the best to get you the best. The people and companies he works with are fast, reliable, reputable, and thoughtful. His entire Thrive team blew us away with their availability and hustle, never losing a beat to support us as Simon spent time with his new baby. Yianni, Sandi, and Ameer all pitched in, and Simon ensured we got the best support from his team and all others in the space. Bottom line, Simon helped us to secure an amazing house in the exact neighborhood and price range we wanted in the middle of the most competitive market in recent DC history (during covid - everyone wanted a yard!). The sellers accepted our offer even though it was slightly lower than the highest because Simon developed a strong relationship with the sellers' realtor, built goodwill with the sellers, and fine-tuned even the smallest details of our offer. Seven days later the house appraised over our sale price, and 14 days later we closed. Simon delivered and now we immediately have equity! After our offer was accepted, someone in our family commented "sounds like someone was looking out for you guys." They were right - his name is Simon Sarver. read more

Simon helped me buy my house as a first time homebuyer in DC several years ago. When a relocation to Baltimore left me weighing my options between renting or selling, working with him was a no-brainer. Simon not only helped me navigate the DC rental market as landlord, but we stayed in close contact over the course of the lease as I planned to sell. He kept tabs on the market and we had several brainstorming sessions as the year--and pandemic!--unfolded. When the timing was right, Simon and his team were all-in getting the house prepped, staged, and listed within two weeks, and I got multiple offers over asking. In my time working with Simon, I have gained not only a trusted advisor, but a friend. Simon is a true professional, and should I move back to the DC area, Simon will be my first call. read more

As new first time homebuyers we couldn't have asked for a more knowledgeable and accessible agent. Simon made what could have been a very stressful process an easy and enjoyable one. Simon has vast knowledge of the DMV area and its housing market. He was always available and willing to take our calls or set up viewings. I would not hesitate one second to recommend Simon to anyone looking for a new home. Simply put, we couldn't have asked for a better experience. Simon is the best. read more

Simon is a great realtor and person! We spent a few months searching for homes but couldn't settle. Simon happily showed us every house we wanted and with a huge smile on his face each time. We finally found the right house, but it already had 7 offers before we could submit ours. Simon gave us all the right suggestions to outbid all the offers and we got the house! Once we got into contract, there were many issues popping up with the sellers. Simon communicated wonderfully with us every step of the way and even went above and beyond with handling the situation. He was doing work that wasn't expected of him, but wanted to make sure we could settle and finally move into our new home. It would be a huge mistake to not work with Simon. read more

2018 was a great year. I met the Super Agent in Washington DC; the one who will accomplish your real estate goals. I met him around February in an Open House in my building; I was very impressed by his knowledge professionalism and cordial attitude. He got a contract for my condo unit in 8 days !!!!! Was very happy and totally convinced he will assist me in my next goal..Guess what December 2018 I purchased my first DC single family house thanks to his expertise and assistance in this process. Seriously He is the best and totally recommend him; he made this process very smooth from start to finish. read more

Simon was fantastic to work with! From our initial meeting, we could tell that he was very knowledgeable about the home buying process. He has a great attention to detail and truly cares about finding you the right home. Being first time homebuyers, we also really appreciated the time he took to explain every step of the process to us. He is very punctual with communication and is always available to answer any questions. We felt very confident and informed thanks to Simon's guidance and we would definitely recommend him to anyone! read more

Simon is the cream of the crop of real estate agents. Friendly, professional and responsive; he knows DC and the surrounding areas like the back of his hand. He knows the home buying process cold and has a great working relationship with all the other parties who are part of the process. As a first time hime buyer, I was particularly lucky to have Simon on my side to guide me through the process. I trust him immensely and would recommend to anyone. read more

I'm a first-time homebuyer and going through that process with Simon was a pleasure and a breeze. He was very helpful in finding properties, had a good eye when visiting, and was very knowledge about the market. I only worked with Simon for about a month before finding and closing on my ideal apartment. His expertise and patience put me at ease when making pretty big decisions in a small amount of time. I would recommend Simon with no hesitation, he really went above and beyond to make the process as easy as possible and was readily available for appointments and phone calls. As a pretty clueless homebuyer Simon was very patient and communicative with me. No appointment felt rushed and Simon's personality made the whole experience really enjoyable, not something I imagined when beginning the home hunting process. You can't go wrong with Simon! read more

Choosing Simon as my real estate agent was easily the best decision I made while buying my condo. From the beginning, Simon met me where I was as a first time home buyer. In our first meeting he set aside over two hours to walk me through the process front to back. I was immediately at ease, and question was too basic or too complicated to be asked. In all ways, Simon in exceptionally attentive. Communications are returned within hours, but more often within minutes. He took no time in zeroing in on my "must haves" and easily narrowed down our search. Simon doesn't just show you listings; he introduces you to the neighborhood and takes the time to help you imagine a life there. When I decided put in an offer on a condo, Simon made sure I was informed and empowered every step of the way. He has a Rolodex of contacts in the DC area that made finding lenders, inspectors, and other professionals a breeze. When unthinkable happened and the seller failed to show up on my closing date, Simon pulled out all the stops to save the deal. I wouldn't have closed on my home if it weren't for his creativity and dedication. If you are seeking detail-oriented, hardworking, and energetic agent who will be YOUR advocate above all else, look no further. read more

I don't have the words to express my gratitude for Simon. As a first time homebuyer, he took me through every step of the process with care and professionalism. He treated me as though I was his most valuable client (I certainly was not), he knew DC neighborhoods better than anyone, and was always available. Hire him and you won't regret it. read more

There is a reason why Simon has been named "Washingtonian's Best" for several years in a row! We have known this exceptional real estate professional and just a great guy for over 5 years. Over the years, we had the pleasure of buying our first home with Simon, then buying our 2nd home and selling the first one as well. Having been through the process of both buying and selling, we can say that Simon has absolutely everything you could ask for in a real estate agent, and more! His exceptional market knowledge, excellent work ethics and unlimited supply of patience are truly remarkable. Simon goes above and beyond and makes sure you win the very first house you bid on, even in this crazy competitive sellers market with its endless bidding wars. Selling with Simon is a breeze as well! He has the best contractors, stagers and photographers whose orchestrated collaboration brought us 17 offers to choose from! Simon will remain our go-to realtor for any future real estate needs. read more

I would very highly recommend Simon as a realtor. We recently closed on a house and had an outstanding experience. We spent months sifting through homes in DC, and we were extremely impressed with Simon's breadth and scope of knowledge of housing styles, architecture, local attractions, vibes, and home values. He is a patient, honest, and professional agent, but even more importantly he is very personable. He took the time to learn our interests and styles, and guided us in the right direction to ultimately find precisely what we were looking for. He professionally and ably handled all transactions and made the home buying process as stress free as possible for us. He is a tremendous resource and we consider ourselves very lucky to have encountered him on a chance meeting at an open house. We're sending any friends or family members ready to buy or sell a house directly to Simon! read more

The Oxford dictionary defines "real estate agent" as a person who sells or rents out buildings for clients. I define it as Simon Sarver. As an agent, as a man, and as a friend, he is of the highest kind, quality and order. Supreme. Okay - I stole that quote from The Office, but it doesn't make it any less true. Simon got my family (first time home buyers) into our dream house in one of the most competitive markets in the nation (NW DC). He was a much welcomed source of humor, positivity, and perspective in what can often be a stressful and frustrating experience. He is patient, skillful, trustworthy, and always fought for our best interests. We love him. You'd be lucky to work with him. read more

Simon helped my wife and I buy our first house. We were both quite picky in divergent ways -- I wanted something with a lot of historic integrity, she wanted something nice and clean. We ended up with a house we both love. Simon was great throughout the process. He knows a lot about every corner of this city, was very knowledgeable throughout the bidding and closing processes, and was just a pleasure to be around. We still chat every now and then to catch up. I highly recommend him. read more

Simon was an absolute pleasure to work with. He took the time to explain everything about the home buying process prior to my home search so that I felt prepared and equipped to find the perfect one. Once the time came to put in an offer, Simon was responsive, available at all times, and was able to do what it took to win and get me in my dream home! From the first phone call with Simon to closing, it was a seamless experience. Could not recommend him more! read more

Honestly a top-notch professional. He walked us through the pros and cons of many DC neighborhoods, as well as condo v house purchase. We ended up getting the perfect starter home in Brookland/Woodridge NE DC. We definitely wouldn't have found this without Simon. He was patient and helpful through the process from start to finish. Definitely recommend him for first (second, or third) home buyers or if you want to understand the DMV real estate market. read more