Bio
With over 9 years of experience and a proven track record in guiding sellers and buyers through complex real estate transactions, I provide clear, empathetic advice to help clients make informed decisions. I have extensive experience working with a diverse range of clients, from first-time homebuyers to seasoned real estate investors. Additionally, I specialize in assisting aging clients, offering compassionate support during the often emotional process of selling a long-time family home.
Having called Carroll County home for over 30 years, I’ve raised a family here and developed a deep understanding of the real estate markets in central Maryland and south-central Pennsylvania. My local expertise ensures that my clients receive personalized guidance tailored to their unique needs.
Whether you’re buying your dream home, selling a cherished property, or investing in real estate, I’m here to help every step of the way. Let’s make your real estate journey smooth and successful!
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Client's Success Stories
Testimonials
"Nataliya was awesome during the entire process of getting our first house! She listened thoughtfully and was patient with all of our questions. More importantly, she answered the questions we were not smart enough to ask.
We were moving from out of state and before we even got here, she created a list of potential homes and then drove to them to give us a video tour of not only the house but the … Read Moresurrounding neighborhood.
That made the process so much easier and efficient when we were actually able to physically tour homes. She guided us through the process of putting in an offer, and thanks to her guidance and expertise, it was accepted in less than a day.
The Veterans Administration (VA) needed a plethora of information from the HOA before they would approve the loan. Nataliya was able to track all that down and stay a step ahead of the VA. This facilitated a quick closing so we were in the house before I started my new job.
Nataliya didn't stop there though. We knew we wanted to fix up a few things in the house before our furniture arrived. She had a contractor in the house literally the day we closed preparing to clear items off the home inspection list (the cost of which was covered by concessions she negotiated with the seller), new carpets went in the next day, and she recommended a cleaning service so everything was spotless when our moving truck pulled up.
Nataliya is fantastic and I highly recommend her to anyone. We could not have found the right house, closed on it, and moved as quickly and seamlessly as we did without her." Read Less
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"I had the pleasure of working with Nataliya as my real estate agent, and I can't recommend her enough! From start to finish, she went above and beyond to meet my needs as a seller. Nataliya’s professionalism and attention to detail were unmatched. She was always available to answer my questions and kept me updated throughout the entire process. Her communication was not only consistent but also pe… Read Morersonalized, making me feel valued and well-informed every step of the way. If you're looking for a real estate agent who truly cares about your goals and delivers exceptional service, Nataliya is the one to choose!" Read Less
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"Both my husband, my nephew and I are amazed at the care and professionalism Nataliya exhibits! I first contacted her through a Google search in 2018 while single and looking to buy my first property. Nataliya was amazing and was so dependable. No matter what time I called her with questions, she was always available, as if I were her only client. I knew from that point that she would always be the… Read More one to reach out to. Fast forward, it is now 2024. I got married; told my husband about her, and she not only assisted me with finding excellent tenants to rent the townhome and the eventual sale, but helped us purchase our first beautiful home together in Hughesville. She also assisted my nephew with the purchase of a new townhome and the rental of his previous townhome in another city. After enjoying our Hughesville home for 2 years, my husband had a great idea💡...lol! He wanted more land, and who did I call? Nataliya! She held an open house to sell the Hughesville home and got 3 solid offers in one day! We are now in our beautiful forever home that again, she helped us purchase. Lastly, Nataliya helped my husband with selling another property he had in Upper Marlboro! She is also very sweet and a joy to work with! I say all of this to say that we truly have a solid history in working with Nataliya, always cheerful, generous with her attention and time, and if we ever need her again, we have her on speed dial!" Read Less
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"From a Real Estate Investor
“I’ve worked with Dionne on multiple investment properties, and she’s my go-to agent. She has a sharp eye for great deals and a deep understanding of the market. Her professionalism and attention to detail are unmatched, and I trust her completely with my portfolio."
Marcus T., Laurel, MD
"From a Seller
“Dionne is an absolute pro when it comes to selling homes. She walked me through preparing my home for listing, staged it beautifully, and used her market expertise to attract multiple offers. I ended up selling for over asking price in just a week! I highly recommend her to anyone looking to sell their property."
James R., Washington, DC
"From a First-Time Homebuyer
“As a first-time homebuyer, I was nervous about the entire process. Dionne went above and beyond to guide me every step of the way. She was patient, knowledgeable, and always had my best interests at heart. Thanks to her, I found the perfect home in my budget and couldn’t be happier!"
Sarah M., Baltimore, MD
"Sydney was amazing in helping me sell my house! Seriously, she made the whole process a breeze. From start to finish, her expertise, constant communication, & professional approach took off so much stress. If you're selling, do yourself a favor and contact Sydney. If I’m ever buying or selling in MD again, I will definitely be contacting her :)"
Calystah Carr Mt. Washington, MD
"Sydney has been our agent for the past 4 months and we can't imagine working with anyone else who is more enthusiastic, patient, optimistic, and genuinely interested in helping us find the right home for us. She takes the time to get to know you and what you're looking for. She maintains contact with you and is always willing to make the trek out to show you a house. What makes Sydney the best age… Read Morent is that you can tell that she truly loves what she does. She approaches each house with an openness that is refreshing and allows you to see potential that other agents would have missed in their quest to quickly sell you a house. We not only came out of this experience with an amazing home that exceeded all of our needs, but with a new friend, as well. We will miss working with her and will continue to refer her to friends, family, and strangers for that matter... as she is truly the best." Read Less
Savage MD
"Sydney’s endless energy and positivity, knowledge about real estate in our area, and professionalism gave us optimism and confidence throughout the process. She has a good instinct for what a house is worth on the market, what the owners and sellers are thinking, and any pitfalls that might arise in the process. She balances well what we want versus what is most sensible. I recommend her services … Read Moreto anyone looking for a top notch agent, and if we ever decide to sell or purchase again in the area, we will choose Sydney for sure." Read Less
Laurel MD
"A friend recommended Michelle to us, and she did not steer us wrong. Michelle was fantastic. She met with us to truly understand what we wanted in a home, and sent us lots of fabulous listings. When we viewed the homes, she pointed out important things we would not have recognized on our own. She was incredibly knowledgeable, responsive and patient with our many questions and helped walk us throug… Read Moreh the entire process - even after buying the home she has been kind enough to answer our lingering questions!" Read Less
Meghan
"We have worked very happily with Michelle since 2004 in both of her professional personae, architect and realtor. In the past year she helped us to sell one property and buy another. Both of those efforts presented challenges, but Michelle was well prepared to guide us through them to successful conclusions. Michelle’s professional qualifications ensure that her insights and recommendations are in… Read Morevaluable. More important, however, is her tireless commitment to her clients. Working with Michelle is a true partnership." Read Less
Bob
"It was so easy to sell our house thanks to Michelle. She is truly a wonderful realtor and a lot of fun to work with. We have had the pleasure of working with Michelle to purchase our home several years ago. We had such a great experience that we called her back to be our listing agent when we needed to sell. As always she was professional and efficient with the paperwork and dealt with our crazy s… Read Morechedules and many, many questions about what we were signing. She patiently walked us through every page and we felt like we always knew what to expect and what came next in the process. She helped us locate a few professionals to come do some touch ups to the house and she also put us in touch with a professional stager for some furniture. We listed our home just before the COVID-19 pandemic and no one knew what to expect. Michelle made sure to advertise the home and held some showings with all the precautions in place. She worked around our schedules and gave us all the space we wanted and time we needed when things got scary and locked down. Still she had no trouble at all finding buyers. Michelle continued to assist with the inspection scheduling and any additional paperwork we needed. In the end I had to sign the documents from another state and she helped me navigate that too. Having Michelle as our agent really reduced our stress." Read Less
Summer
"Ben Garner and team are amazing at what they do. I finally decided to take the plunge on my first rental property in the Baltimore area, and I could say confidently that Ben knows the ins-and-outs of the region. We discussed if we would be appreciation or cash-flow specific and decided on a property that met my needs as a first-time investor. As we looked through properties, Ben was able to identi… Read Morefy needs/pros/cons of each property with curated market analysis on the spot. Along with all of this intel, Ben made himself approachable and available for all important talks and decisions. I'm truly grateful to have met him and his team. This is definitely a people business, and Garner and Co. does not take that fact lightly. Looking forward to more deals with Ben in the near future!" Read Less
Jae
"Ben and team both sold our house and helped us buy our new one. Ben is incredibly responsive and knowledgeable & made our lives as easy as possible as we made the transition to our new home. We are so thankful for his wisdom & tenacity - highly recommend Ben and Garner + CO."
Adam
"Look No Further!
Garner + Company are so great to work with. They helped me to sell a house that three other agents couldn't. They informed me of what needed to be done, and I listened. My house got 3 offers and I am happy to say it is sold. We just closed on my 5th property, and I couldn't be happier. They actually answer the phone and your questions. Thanks to Ben and his team for doing such a … Read Morestellar job!" Read Less
Christina
"Maggie made my home buying process so smooth. She made sure we knew EVERYTHING we needed to know. Plus it was so much fun shopping for houses. She gave us so many great ideas about furniture placement, etc. And she was so great during our offer placement, giving great advice and guiding us smoothly through the process. Couldn't recommend Maggie enough!!!"
Megan Clark
"We met with Maggie to decide if this would be a good time to sell one of our rental properties. Maggie did a great job analyzing the market relative to our house and gave us insights that helped us make an informed decision. She is helping us identify new investment targets now. Along with responsive follow up and a clear ability to understand this real estate market, Maggie is also as personable … Read Moreas they come...We highly recommend working with her." Read Less
Ken Purce
"There are not enough positive adjectives to describe how great our experience was with Melissa. We began as strangers and are now like family. She is professional, courteous, friendly and diligent. She was tenacious in ensuring our interests were met and considered. We sold our home and purchased a condominium, on the same day. She was our agent, confidant and advocate throughout the process. She … Read Morealso respected our decisions, listened to our concerns, nudged us when we needed it and got us off the ledge when necessary. We HIGHLY recommend her!" Read Less
Client
"Working with Melissa was a dream. She is knowledgeable, responsive, market savvy, and incredibly thoughtful. She's fantastic at listening to you and understanding your needs. Every step of the process was fantastic. Every professional she put me in touch with was responsive and stellar at what they do. When I started this process, I thought I would have to make a lot of compromises in what I final… Read Morely got. Instead, the place I ended up with is so far beyond what I had hoped: it's truly a forever home." Read Less
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"Our house had been languishing on the market for four months, and the process had been beset with unanticipated pitfalls. We sought a fresh start and a neighbor had recommended Melissa, telling us she was “tenacious.” So true, and we found many other positive applicable adjectives — friendly, assertive, resourceful, available, comfortable and fun. She supported us magnificently through the nail-bi… Read Moreting moments of the home-selling process." Read Less
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