Buyer Reviews

I began my home buying journey two years ago with a different agent. They told me that I could not find my dream home in my current neighborhood and encouraged me to look elsewhere or consider a condo. I met with Michael and within five minutes I knew that the issue wasn't my wishlist, it was my agent. I signed with Michael and six weeks later I closed on my dream home, in my current neighborhood, under budget. I cannot recommend this agency enough. They were thorough, detail-oriented and easy to work with. He even found me a lender that offered a $10,000 grant when every other lender told me I didn't qualify for assistance. This is by far the best home buying experience I've had and I look forward to working with them in the future. If you're looking for a realtor that will listen to you, advocate for you, and make sure you get exactly what you want, call Michael!

Josh Relin and the rest of the Davenport team made my home buying experience a breeze. Even during a period with low inventory on the market, Josh worked relentlessly to find me homes that fit my criteria and spent countless hours and late nights touring them with me. Once we found the one, he helped walk me through entire process all the way through closing. He continues to check in, months later, to make sure things are going smoothly. The level of customer service and care is unparalleled and I'd suggest Josh and the Davenport Group in general to anyone looking to make a move in the real estate market, especially in Arlington and Fairfax counties.

Tyler Sylvestri was a terrific realtor who helped us find and buy our dream home in Falls Church. He grew up in the area, so he's super knowledgeable about all the neighborhoods in Northern Virginia and was able to give us helpful feedback on the homes we flagged for showings. In this tough market, it was so valuable to work with a realtor who was super responsive and could advise us on how to put in a competitive offer. Highly recommend his services, especially for first-time home buyers!

Tyler is an exceptional realtor whose expertise, patience, and communication skills make the first time home buying experience enjoyable. Without Tyler, I would not be in the home I am in today. I'm forever grateful for the hard work he put into my home search all the way through to my closing. He successfully negotiated the price down and ensured I worked with the best mortgage loan program available me in the DMV. This resulted in me receiving money at closing. I couldn't be happier! Give Tyler a call to talk through your ideas. No matter what stage of the home buying process you're in he will help you.

Lia recently helped my wife and I purchase our first home in Falls Church. She was always quick to respond to any questions we had and made sure the entire process was as painless as possible. Her and the Davenport group had plenty of great resources available for us as first time homebuyers from education to vetted service providers. We ended up using several throughout the process who all had great rapport with Lia and made any inter-group communication easy and streamlined. I would highly recommend Lia and her team to anyone looking to purchase in the area!

My spouse and I recently had the pleasure of working with Lia during our home buying process, and we were so impressed with her dedication, communication, and professionalism. Throughout the entire process, Lia demonstrated exceptional communication and availability, always going above and beyond to accommodate our needs.

Something that is extremely important in a realtor is availability. Lia's flexibility and availability proved to be invaluable, especially during the competitive spring market. She always ensured that we were able to make progress throughout the buying process at times that suited both of our work schedules. This flexibility not only eased the stress of the home-buying journey but also helped us act quickly in the incredibly fast-paced Virginia market.

What truly set Lia apart was not only her professionalism but also her friendly and approachable demeanor. We felt extremely comfortable working with her, and her easygoing nature made the entire process enjoyable. We cannot recommend Lia highly enough!! If you're in need of a reliable, knowledgeable, and personable realtor who will go above and beyond for you, look no further than Lia.

Working with Lia was an extraordinary experience that far exceeded our expectations. Her innovative strategies and deep knowledge of the market set her apart from the competition, and her dedication to securing our perfect home was truly remarkable.

From the outset, Lia demonstrated an exceptional understanding of the competitive landscape. She recommended a pre-inspection, which gave us a significant edge by addressing potential issues upfront and presenting our offer as the most attractive option. Her keen insight into timing played a pivotal role; by strategically playing with waiting times, Lia ensured our offer stood out when it mattered most.

One of the most impressive tactics was the escalation clause Lia included in our offer. This smart move allowed us to stay ahead of other bidders without overextending our budget. It was clear that Lia was always several steps ahead, anticipating the moves of our competitors and positioning us for success.

Thanks to Lia's extraordinary efforts, we now own our perfect home. Her professionalism, strategic acumen, and unwavering commitment made a complex and often stressful process remarkably smooth. We cannot recommend Lia highly enough for anyone looking to buy a home. Her expertise and dedication are truly unmatched.

In September, my husband and I closed on our first home in Falls Church and it truly could not have been a better experience. Joe worked with us not just as our realtor but as our friend. He was thoughtful in his recommendations and honest as we toured each home. Joe was so mindful of our requests and understood how important the location was to my husband in terms of commuting and to me and my small, local business. Throughout the home search Joe demonstrated a deep knowledge of the DMV area and he made sure that we were aware of any listings that fit our preferences. It was always a lot of fun to walk through homes with Joe, even when it ultimately wasn’t the right fit for us.
When we toured THE house, Joe had arrived at the address early and texted us “I think you guys are really going to like it.” Joe never pressured us one way or the other but he intently learned our preferences and he was exactly right. This brick home in Falls Church, near the metro, in the McLean school pyramid, with a yard, checked all of our important boxes. Joe got right to work and quickly put in our offer that afternoon. We were thrilled it was accepted.

During the home search process, Joe also gave excellent recommendations for financing. We were able to lock in a low interest rate with a local mortgage company who Joe was well connected with. Joe was always incredibly flexible in coordinating the home inspection, the appraisal, and closing. He and his team were with us every step of the way and even when it should have been overwhelming, we knew we could count on Joe to help answer our questions and quell any concerns.

Throughout this process, so many of our friends and families have shared how terrible their first time home-buying experience was. We are SO thankful that ours was truly the opposite. Working with Joe and the Davenport Group was the best decision we made. We cannot recommend Joe enough. His expertise and thoughtful approach to home-buying and selling in the DMV area is unmatched. While we will certainly enjoy living in our first home for the next several years, we know we will reach out to Joe when the time comes to sell and buy again.

Joe Gunerman is an exceptional realtor who went above and beyond to find our dream home in Del Ray, despite the tough market. His expertise and dedication were evident from start to finish.

Joe's deep knowledge of the local area was evident right away and he was very calculated with how to best approach our offer. He was always transparent but also kept our needs top priority. His communication was prompt, direct & informative, making us feel like valued clients throughout the process. We were not able to be there for the weekend the house went on the market and he was able to book the first time slot and promptly provide us detailed videos and notes on the house so we could make a decision from a far. We really trusted his judgement and know he wouldn’t lead us astray. He’s a very trustworthy agent.

When it came to negotiations, Joe skillfully advocated for us, ensuring we got the best deal possible. Throughout closing he was dialed in and helpful every step of the way along with the rest of The Davenport Group team involved who made the entire experience seamless and stress-free.

In short, Joe is the go-to realtor in Alexandria. Can’t recommend him enough!