Testimonials

I can say with certainty that Rob is the best real estate agent you will find in DC. I called around ten agents before selecting Rob to represent me and interviewed about half of them. Rob immediately stood out because of his 1) responsiveness, 2) track record of representing either the buyer or the seller, and not both, 3) vast knowledge of the DC housing market and DC-specific laws, 4) commitment to working with you directly as opposed to handing you off to an associate as your primary contact, and 5) patience and general attitude towards your buying process - he does not encourage or pressure his clients to buy anything, he acts as a real estate consultant to help you make an informed and smart decision, and will not hesitate to point out the many negatives of various properties. When we finally found the right property, Rob crafted a competitive offer that kept within the property value that still beat out two others. Even with the two other offers on the table, we closed under the asking price on this one-bedroom in a great neighborhood. I cannot recommend Rob enough, and I will be referring all my friends to him for as long as I live in DC. His diligence, expertise, attention to detail, moral compass, and a caring approach in his own life and towards his clients are unmatched. You can't go wrong with Rob on your side!

Rob helped my daughter buy her condo in Washington DC, and he was extremely knowledgable about the area, professional and was responsive and accommodating about the whole transaction. He has taken care of her, even after the sale. She put her trust in Rob, and everything in the sale went well. Very satisfied.

If you are looking for a patient, honest, and incredibly knowledgeable realtor, look no further than Rob and his team! We took our time searching for a home in DC--over 2 years--and ultimately bought a house we love during the pandemic. Rob never pressured us, and in fact would be the voice of reason when we thought about making an offer on a house we liked, but didn't love. Ultimately, the offer, negotiation, and closing process is where Rob really shined. He explained every detail, promptly answered our questions, and shepherded us through despite unprecedented circumstances. I would highly recommend Rob, Andrea, and Mary-Lynn to anyone looking to buy a house in the DMV. They want the best for their clients!

I was a first-time homebuyer and was so fortunate to have had Rob Carter as my realtor. Rob was amazing! He answered my endless questions, helped me critically evaluate different homes for sale, and was incredibly responsive to my "wish list" for a new home. In the end, when multiple offers were placed on the home I wanted, Rob negotiated with the seller's agent (until late at night, I will add) to help me get the house that was perfect for me. I cannot recommend Rob highly enough! If you want a true partner in the home-buying process - someone who is always on your side - please give Rob a call. He is not only great at what he does, he's also a genuinely wonderful person.

I highly recommend Rob and we will use him again in the future. Andrea and Mary Lynn on his team were both great to work with, as well.

We've recommended Rob to several friends and will continue to do so. You will wind up a very happy customer if you have Rob on your side!

His knowledge and honesty about which houses would be good investments were invaluable and we really came to rely on that in our decision-making process.

Rob has now helped us with our first purchase and our first sale. He's extremely responsive and knowledgeable about the area, and the process. He's done a great job of shepherding us, and I'd recommend him to anyone.

Best real estate experience in over 40 years of buying and selling 23 homes. Rob knows his business and market, and absolutely delivered on every commitment he made. He sold our condo after 6 days on the market for an amount significantly over the list, we had backup contracts, and he worked through last-minute snafus quickly and professionally.

Rob is a first-class real estate professional: always on time, dedicated to his clients, knowledgeable, classy, and easy to work with. I would highly recommend him to anyone looking to buy or sell in the DC area; in fact, he recently helped me sell a house that he helped me buy 9 years ago! Both times, he was a god-send, helping with every detail along the way and making my 'job' so much easier!

Rob is a smart, professional, and thoughtful realtor. He was responsive to our numerous questions and patient with our ever-narrowing search criteria and corresponding frustration throughout our nearly one-year house search. When we finally found "the one," Rob and Andrea worked tirelessly over Easter weekend to help us put together an offer. As first-time home buyers, we cannot imagine going through the process without Andrea's hard work and tenacity, and Rob's good advice. We would recommend the Rob/Andrea team to anyone.

Rob has now helped us with our first purchase and our first sale. He's extremely responsive and knowledgeable about the area, and the process. He's done a great job of shepherding us, and I'd recommend him to anyone.

Rob was patient, encouraging, and knowledgeable. He did not pressure us in any way, and in fact, encouraged us to look at additional houses rather than settle. Also, he quickly followed up on all details that enabled our closing to run very smoothly. Great Realtor®!

Rob is a great Realtor®! He was so helpful and knowledgeable throughout our entire search/buying process. He is very attentive to his clients and I felt like he looked out for our best interest. Highly recommend!

I was very happy with Rob's work and professionalism in selling my condo. His knowledge of the market and neighborhood allowed him to price effectively and select the best offer, leading to a very successful outcome. He was responsive and has a good team. Recommend.

Rob was always incredibly responsive and available to us. Every week he called and emailed us to see if there were any properties we were interested in touring. He also pointed out potential flaws or benefits to the properties seen. Most importantly though, we wouldn't have gotten our house without his expertise and recommendations for the offer!

He did what he said and got us more than the asking price and multiple offers within the first week of being listed. He presented the home the way it should be presented, was transparent, and was very professional. I look forward to working with him on future home purchases and sales.

In late July 2017, we contacted Rob Carter via Yelp and quickly learned how professional and responsive he is. (We have had mixed or very negative results with other real estate agents.) Rob provided us with information quickly and answered important questions we had about an area in Spotsylvania, VA. We highly recommend him for real estate needs!

We just purchased a condo with Rob. He was honest and professional and made us feel like he was truly on our side through the whole process. The developer we purchased from was a little difficult to work with, but Rob took care of everything and made us feel in charge of the situations that came up. We highly recommend him and will use him again in the future.

Best real estate experience in over 40 years of buying and selling 23 homes. Rob knows his business and market, and absolutely delivered on every commitment he made. He sold our condo after 6 days on the market for an amount significantly over the list, we had backup contracts, and he worked through last-minute snafus quickly and professionally. We unequivocally recommend rob!

Rob's knowledge of our neighborhood and the market was an incredibly valuable resource when selling our condo. Rob (and his team) were responsive, professional, and knew just how to price our listing. Bonus: he's extra good at calming first-timers who are anxious about the real estate process. I would recommend him to anyone in the greater DC area, and especially to that selling in the District!

You should only use Rob if you want somebody who is professional, responsive, knowledgeable, and that will ensure you get the most from the sale of your property. My wife and I couldn't be happier with our decision to use Rob and it's no wonder he has so many positive reviews. We no longer live in DC, but we would recommend Rob to any of our friends interested in buying or selling in the area.

Rob is a first-class real estate professional, always on time, dedicated to his clients, knowledgeable, classy, and easy to work with. I would highly recommend him to anyone looking to buy or sell in the DC area; in fact, he recently helped me sell a house that he helped me buy 9 years ago! Both times, he was a god-send, helping with every detail along the way and making my job so much easier!

We thoroughly enjoyed our experience with Rob and Andrea during our home buying and selling experience. Both are extremely knowledgeable, hard-working, and professional. We have recommended the Rob Carter group to a number of friends and co-workers. Rob takes a very honest approach to sales, offers, and listing. It is clear that he does his homework and knows the local hosting market very well. I highly recommend his group.

My husband and I worked with Rob to sell a house and really enjoyed working with him. Rob is extremely responsive, creative, and attentive to details. He has excellent knowledge of the area and provides great guidance and counsel. Rob is also persistent and a real advocate for his clients. We would highly recommend working with Rob and really don't think we could have sold our place without his expert leadership.

I would recommend Rob to family and friends looking to buy or sell a place in the DMV. He is professional, expedient, and got back to us within hours, if not minutes, any day of the week. With his savvy and knowledge of the market and the players, Rob was able to pull a magic deal out of his hat for my family. I still can't believe we got the place for the price we paid. Thanks, Rob. I am so grateful that you were recommended to me!

Rob was incredibly responsive, knowledgeable, patient, and understanding! He expertly helped us research our options, navigate the market, and eventually purchase our first home together!! He was so awesome that we referred him to two other families, who also purchased their new homes from him. If we ever decide to move again, Rob will definitely be our go-to Realtor® for selling our current place and buying our next one! He's Awesome!

Rob Carter can be counted on to provide top-notch professional guidance and help as a real estate agent in the DC and surrounding area. His approach is professional, his reliability unmatched and he knows the market extremely well. His top attribute is his ability and intent to point out not only the pros of a property but equally if not more importantly, the cons as well. It's been a pleasure doing business with Rob and I highly recommend him as an agent you can trust from start to finish.

Rob Carter is a top-notch agent. We spent about a year together looking at condos before I found the one that had all the right features. He provided excellent advice on the market and on the value of particular units in particular areas. Knows the DC market well, and most importantly, told me when he thought something was over-priced. Was an honest broker for my interests. Recommend him highly and would send my friends and family to him.

Rob is an incredible agent. We worked with him for the past 2 years to find our current home in Shaw and we couldn't be happier. He's professional and patient. He knows a lot about the DC market and provides great insight without pressure. We dealt with some last-minute difficulties on closing day and he stayed calm and focused on getting a resolution. I highly recommend rob and we will use him again in the future. Andrea and Mary Lynn on his team were both great to work with, as well. Thanks again!

Rob was an absolute pleasure to work with. Totally professional, responsive, and helpful throughout the entire process. After a so-so Realtor® experience when I purchased my first home, I really didn't know what to expect. Rob is extremely knowledgeable, both about neighborhoods and potential pitfalls or problems when looking at properties. For example; upon entering one house rob immediately smelled mold and found the source of the problem within minutes. I can't speak highly enough about working with him.

Rob is exceptional. He helped me sell a family home. This was my third one in three years and what a difference an outstanding Realtor® makes. He responded quickly from my first contact and every time thereafter. He is so knowledgeable. Rob made the process easy and his attention to detail kept the sale on schedule. I got a great price for the home. We closed on time. I can't say enough good things about him or the team. Andrea is fantastic. If you're searching for a Realtor® and have found Rob. Stop searching. You've found the best!

Rob is a smart, professional, and thoughtful Realtor®. He was responsive to our numerous questions and patient with our ever-narrowing search criteria and corresponding frustration throughout our nearly one-year house search. When we finally found "the one," Rob and Andrea worked tirelessly over Easter weekend to help us put together an offer. As first-time home buyers, we cannot imagine going through the process without Andrea's hard work and tenacity, and Rob's good advice. We would recommend the Rob and Andrea team to anyone.

Rob was very helpful during my recent condo search and purchase. A friend referred me to Rob and now I'll definitely refer other friends to him. He made sure I had the right search and reassured me that my expectations were reasonable and I'd find the right condo. He checked in regularly and always got me into the condos I wanted to see. He gave great guidance when I found my new home, including walking me through the process and offering support when I needed it. I'm now in my new home and couldn't be happier. I definitely recommend Rob to anyone looking to buy or sell a home!

It's such a pleasure to work with Rob. He is very professional and very responsible in what he does. He helped us to compare market prices of houses and made the best offer. He is good at negotiating prices. After the home inspection, he was very attentive and thoughtful of choosing the items for the seller to fix. He is sharp at locating the most important issues to address. He made sure we got all the permits we requested from the seller and that's a great relief. The mortgage company and title company he referred are very professional and nice as well. Rob is always responsive and very honest. We are glad we found Rob as our Realtor®!

My husband and I have worked with Rob for our two home purchases in Washington, DC, in the past 7.5 years, and could not be happier with our experiences. Rob is the consummate professional - he is extremely knowledgeable about all the ins and outs of the industry, prompt with responses, and patient with never-ending questions and concerns. Both of our home purchases have been under unusual circumstances (the first a foreclosure, the second a pre-market sale) and very well might not have happened without Rob on our team. We've recommended Rob to several friends and will continue to do so. You will wind up a very happy customer if you have Rob on your side!

We worked with Rob to sell our condo or rental property this year. He was the only real estate agent we interviewed who initially told us not to sell when we originally reached out to him last spring. We first took his advice but reached out again 6 months later when the market swung in our favor. At that time, he clearly laid out the pros and cons of our decision to sell and helped us to make an informed decision. Rob patiently answered all of our questions and walked us through an off-market sale. He was professional, strategic, transparent, honest, and incredibly knowledgeable. You can't ask for much more in a real estate professional!

I have worked with Rob on three separate transactions however on our most recent transaction, my wife was a first-time buyer. He walked her through the various steps of the process and answered all of her many questions. He has a great deal of local knowledge and thought to look into things that never would have occurred to us. Rob definitely does not push you to buy a house; he gives good advice and makes sure you are spending your money wisely. Due to circumstances beyond our control, our closing date was pushed back twice due to problems with the seller and Rob consistently kept us updated and advocated for us. We definitely recommend Rob and have done so on many occasions to family and friends.

As first-time home buyers, my spouse and I were completely unaware of what it took to find, put in an offer, and close on a home. When we reached out to Rob at the start of our search he was extremely attentive and went out of his way to help us through the home buying process. Rob handled everything with grace and the highest degree of professionalism. He even ferried us from property to property on our schedule and gave his honest opinions about units. Also, because Rob knows the market and other Realtors® he was able to strategically get us the best property for the best price. We couldn't be happier with his help and would recommend Rob to anyone. Without him, we wouldn't have purchased the home of our dreams.

Rob came highly recommended by a colleague, and he did not disappoint. As first-time buyers, we knew little about the home buying process. Rob is very knowledgeable about the DC market and provided valuable insights about the neighborhoods we were targeting. We appreciated his cool, calm demeanor and his ultra-responsiveness. He took the time to understand our needs and took careful notes when we toured properties with him. He was clearly interested in helping us find the right home for us, not just making a quick commission. In the end, he helped us purchase a great home in our target neighborhood in a highly competitive market. We have and will continue to recommend him to others.

Cannot say enough wonderful things about Rob. He always acted with our best interest in mind and gave us excellent advice, even when things got pretty sticky. He is highly professional, very knowledgeable, and incredibly thorough and detail-oriented. Always got back to us immediately when we had questions (even when on a rare vacation) and was proactive about reaching out to us in anticipation of our needs. After spending a full year on the market with us and seeing us through some hard times with the contract and negotiation process, he definitely earned his commission and then some! Thanks to Rob, we are moving into our dream home in a dream location that we honestly never thought possible on our budget. He is truly a talented professional.

I worked with Rob for nearly 2 years searching for the perfect property to buy in DC. My list of requirements for my future home was quite difficult to meet, but Rob worked closely with me to find just the right properties. At every turn, he warned me off properties that didn't fit my needs and desires, told me about issues he saw with the property and neighborhood, and truly at all times kept my best interests in mind. I never felt pressured in any way to move forward, and Rob was exceptionally knowledgeable about not only various parts of DC, but also the myriad concerns that go into purchasing a property. He was always responsive and held my hand through the whole process (and through multiple offers) and I am finally (and happily) in my first home thanks to Rob!

Rob recently helped us purchase a condo in Montgomery Country. We had an excellent buying experience with Rob, we look forward to working with him again, and we would recommend him to any of our friends or family moving into the D.C.-area. We were relocating from New York City, and we were referred to Rob by friends in the area. Working with clients remotely must be difficult, but Rob made every effort to make the process easy. Rob previewed and videoed multiple properties for us so that we could "see" the properties without having to make a trip down to the D.C.-area. We were also first-time home buyers, and Rob made the process very easy and answered all of our questions (no matter how many times we asked the same question). Thanks for everything Rob!

Rob is fantastic to work with and I'll definitely be working with him in the future. He helped me purchase a condo in Logan Circle and was extremely helpful throughout the process. This is my second home and having some experience with the process already made me a bit more picky about who I worked with. Rob really stood out among the other Realtors® I checked out. Rob is very easy-going and no-pressure (unlike some other Realtors® I met). I appreciate his data-driven approach that removes the emotional swings in trying to find a home. He used past sales to pinpoint a lower purchase price and negotiated the seller down. He also used past sales comparisons to make sure I was making the right decision. Throughout the entire process, he was responsive and kept on top of the details I needed to close.

We cannot say enough great things about Rob. He is exceptionally professional. He was able to accurately predict what was over or under-priced and was able to quickly spot potential issues during walk-through's. Rob took the time to truly understand our preferences and timeline, answered our questions clearly, and he was available when we needed his help. When it came to actually bidding on a home, Rob was invaluable. We had two homes that we were torn between. Rob knew exactly how to handle the other agents and knew exactly how we should bid. Rob was able to help us get a great deal on our home and we absolutely love it! Further, Rob helped us walk through the month of paperwork and bargaining to finish the deal. Sufficed to say, Rob is a fantastic negotiator too! We will be recommending Rob to all of our friends.

My wife and I really enjoyed working with Rob Carter. Rob is always prompt in responding to e-mail or phone messages. He is also very knowledgeable about the Northern Virginia area. Further, my wife and I really appreciated Rob's candid advice about whether a property was a good buy, or whether a property was likely a problematic buy. For example, on more than one occasion, my wife and I would be interested in buying a property merely based on external appearances. However, Rob would see hidden mold in the basement and advise us "not to buy." My wife and I really appreciated how Rob would look out for our best interests, even if it meant extending the search process. Finally, when my wife and I finally decided to submit an offer on a house, Rob's advice helped us to beat out 11 other offers! My wife and I now have a great home! Thanks, Rob!

I'm a homeowner two times over thanks to Rob, Andrea, and Mary Lynn. Rob is the consummate professional: he's responsive, attentive, organized, and happy to answer or obtain answers to any and all questions and concerns. Rob took care to factor in my red-lines and preferences in the home search; in this regard his deep knowledge of the tight DC market was invaluable. When I finally came across the place I wanted this past May, Rob's experience and negotiating skills resulted in my offer being accepted the day it was made, against others. His strategies in preparing the subsequent contract worked to ensure that my interests were protected. Rob and his team went above and beyond for me both times I've worked with them, and I wholeheartedly recommend them whether you're a first-time homebuyer or have gone through the process multiple times.

As first-time home buyers, we could not have asked for a more patient, knowledgeable, and professional agent. Rob was referred to us by a work colleague who has enlisted his services on two home buying occasions and heartily recommended him. Our initial telephone consultation with Rob helped us define our priorities in our home search, and allowed him to understand our needs and preferences. Rob's expertise was readily apparent when we viewed homes: he immediately examined the "bones" of the house, alerting us to possible problem areas and pointing out both strengths and weaknesses of a home, especially as related to potential resale down the road. When the time came for a bid and subsequent negotiations, Rob was a pro, helping us to reach a very favorable settlement. He was firmly in our corner. A military-friendly agent, Rob's knowledge of the VA home loan process, as well as tax advantages, was a huge plus. We wholeheartedly recommend Rob, and he will be our first call when the time comes for us to either buy or sell again.

We dove into our home search knowing little to nothing about the process. Rob took the time at each step to explain and answer any questions we had, whether focused on financing options or what to look for in a property. We had a very focused search and he quickly helped us whittle down our options. The property we wanted to go under contract before we got an offer in and we thought all was lost. Rob reached out to the seller agent just in case and found out that the property was coming back on the market. He walked us through our best options for submitting a competitive offer, and 24 hours later our offer had been expected. All of our friends talk about how stressful the home buying process is but we experienced none of that. I give Rob the credit for that as he kept us informed and was in touch regularly to ensure our questions were answered. He kept track of the details so we didn't have to. Rob is highly recommended. He helped get us into our first home and we will be back again when it is time for our second!

Despite the ups and downs of looking at houses, we look back on our search as a positive experience, mostly because of Rob Carter. He stuck with us and made us comfortable and confident in our search. Having heard stories from friends about their experiences buying homes, we feel we got very lucky with Rob. His attention to detail (looking at houses closely for warning signs, staying on top of paperwork, making sure we were always informed about coming steps in the process) was one of the things we got most lucky with. We can't say enough about how much feeling confident in Rob made us confident in our purchase. His knowledge and honesty about which houses would be good investments vs. Which wouldn't be invaluable and we really came to rely on that in our decision-making process. We felt very comfortable that the house we ended up buying was not only the right one space- and location-wise, but money-wise. He was also great at explaining the tools we had at our disposal for winning a contract. He also made the stressful process easy. We knew we trusted him and, in a process in which you deal with a lot of different people from different places, it was a huge weight off our shoulders to know we could run anything by Rob before moving forward. We valued most of the time he took to explain things (sometimes multiple times) so that we always felt comfortable with and informed about the decisions we were making.