Bio
With over 25 years of experience in real estate, Lisa brings a depth of knowledge and dedication that clients can count on. Recently stepping back into the residential resale world, Lisa resides in Towson, and specializes in the Baltimore County market and surrounding area where she helps clients navigate every step of the buying and selling process with confidence and care.
Lisa began her real estate career in 2000, starting in residential resale before moving into new home construction sales, where she spent two decades helping hundreds of families find their perfect homes. After relocating to the Baltimore area in 2015, she continued her success in new construction sales, building strong relationships with local builders and homeowners alike.
Her well-rounded background also includes two years in the mortgage industry as a loan office assistant, giving her valuable insight into the financing process and allowing her to guide clients seamlessly from pre-approval to closing.
Whether working with first-time buyers, upsize or downsize buyers, Lisa is known for her professionalism, integrity and client-first approach. Her deep market expertise and genuine passion for helping people, make her a trusted real estate partner in the Baltimore area.
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Reviews
Highly likely to recommend
“Lisa Gilden was instrumental in eliminating my stress and a key element in my decision to choose our new home. As a result I am very grateful to Lisa for her expertise, patience and kindness. My purchase was a wise choice and smart investment.”
Mary Wiggins
Highly likely to recommend
“I was moving to a new home, a new state, and a new way of life. Lisa made it easier for me to leave the comfort of my old life and to embrace the new. She held my hand as I made so many decisions that one must make when relocating. Thank you, Lisa.”
Evelyn McLaughlin
Highly likely to recommend
“Lisa Gilden, our sales representative, is so well versed in her knowledge of sales, offering the best advice and suggestions and without a lot of sales pressure. Lisa is very patient and accommodating. With her warm and caring personality she made buying our home very easy.”
Mr. and Mrs. Vincent Della Torre
Client's Success Stories
Testimonials
"From start to finish of selling my home, Rodney was so patient, kind and professional. Selling my home as-is made me quite nervous for offers but he eased my fears and made me feel very confident and comfortable. The house had multiple strong offers and sold with a full price offer in less than two weeks! He kept me very informed throughout the process, was always available by text and call to ans… Read Morewer all of my questions and made the closing day fast and smooth. I highly recommend Rodney to any buyer and seller in the area! He’s absolutely amazing!" Read Less
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"Rodney was really the best! From the beginning to the end he thoroughly walked me through everything I needed to know and do to sell my home and purchase my new home. He told me all of the repairs I needed to do before putting my house on the market and explained why some of them that I didn’t think would make much of a difference did. He also showed me a lot of things to consider when we toured p… Read Moreroperties during my home search. I was able to sell my home and close on my new property all in the same week. I already referred him to at least three people!" Read Less
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"Working with Rodney Hicks to sell my current home, and purchase a new home was a Great Experience from start to finish. He is very Professional and knowledgeable of the current market and keeping me informed. He had a professional photographer take pictures , stage my home, and sold it in less than three weeks for a Great Price! What stood out most was his personal care in making sure this was a … Read Moresmooth and stress-free process. Mr. Hicks also sold my Mother’s home in less than one month. I would highly recommend Rodney Hicks, as your Realtor to help in buying or selling your new home. Thank you, Cummings & Co. for having someone like Mr. Hicks on your Team." Read Less
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"I don't normally jump online to write reviews but I had to in this case. Rodney was the best agent we have ever worked with. He was very knowledgeable, patient and reliable. Every time we had a question he would pick up his phone to answer. He understood the market and knew how to list the home at the right price. He also is very thorough and pays attention to detail. I can go on and on about how … Read Morehe helped and guided us through the process. Bottom line, if you are looking for an agent that will help you buy or sell your home Rodney is the agent you want representing you." Read Less
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"Thanks for being so responsive throughout the entire process of selling my home! You have gone above and beyond expectations of an agent. Thank you Nigel!"
Stacey Loeschner
"Nigel helped us sell our house in Baltimore County. He was such a wonderful person to work with! He was an excellent guide and kept us abreast throughout the process. His effective communication is unmatched and his professionalism unparalleled. We highly recommend him!"
Mamadou Sy
"Very prompt and responsive with active communication throughout the sales of my home. He proactively pursued the plan of actions to tackle the challenges. Our family sincerely enjoyed his service and will recommend him to others."
Steve Yoon
"Maria has been my real estate agent for many years and has helped me purchase multiple properties. She consistently provides expert guidance on improvements that maximize profit while controlling costs. Her contractor recommendations and attention to detail make the process seamless. Her knowledge, advocacy, and dedication make her my #1 choice for real estate services."
Michael Smith, Clinton, MD
"Maria helped prepare my home for market when I wasn’t in a position to handle the updates myself. She arranged landscaping and power washing, allowing the expense to be recovered at closing. The improvements resulted in beautiful photos and multiple offers over list price. I truly felt she went out of her way to help me maximize my profit."
O.E., Columbia, MD
"In a super competitive seller’s market, Maria helped us secure a home against nearly 20 competing buyers. Purchasing from across the country could have been overwhelming, but her market expertise, strategic negotiation, and steady guidance made the entire process seamless. She truly went above and beyond every step of the way."
K. Shin, Ellicott City, MD
"Maria was absolutely exceptional throughout our home sale. She took a hands-on approach in preparing the property, even personally overseeing projects when we couldn’t be there. Her market knowledge, strategic pricing, and strong negotiation skills resulted in an outstanding price and terms for our home. She made the entire process feel manageable and exciting, and we felt supported and confident … Read Moreevery step of the way." Read Less
Danise Luster, Catonsville, MD
"Coming from a small but mighty family-owned brokerage, my biggest question was whether I’d still have the personal autonomy I value—along with the strong backend systems needed to grow. After sitting down with Dave, the path forward became crystal clear.
Now, two years later, I can honestly say the growth has exceeded my expectations—personally, professionally, and relationally. My business has… Read More expanded, my confidence has grown, and the friendships I’ve built with colleagues have been an incredible bonus.
I only wish I had made the move sooner—but as they say, better late than never. And I couldn’t be more excited about what’s ahead." Read Less
Brian Magill, Associate
"Moving to Cummings & Co Realtors in 2017 after 17 years of being in Real Estate was the smartest career move I ever made. I only wish I had done it sooner. The sense of Community and Professionalism surpasses all other brokerages from what I hear. Dave is encouraging and supportive; if you need to find something out ,our network of seasoned agents is always so helpful and knowledgeable . Cumming… Read Mores offers an open door convenience with all the offices around the beltway and now PA. All of the staff are kind and efficient, and willing to help. The offices are beautifully designed and I am proud to say I work with Cumming & Co Realtors!" Read Less
Louisa Townsend, Associate
"I’m proud to be aligned with a forward-thinking brokerage defined by strong, visionary leadership that begins at the top. The depth of experience among our agents creates a culture of excellence, collaboration, and integrity. Coupled with beautifully designed office spaces that reflect our standard of professionalism, it’s an environment that truly supports both elevated service and continued grow… Read Moreth." Read Less
Lynn Gurley, Associate
"Joining this brokerage has been one of the best decisions of my real estate career. The level of support here is unmatched—whether you’re navigating a complex transaction or simply need a second opinion, there’s always someone willing to step in and help. The culture is built on true collaboration, not competition. Agents openly share ideas, strategies, and encouragement, creating an environment w… Read Morehere everyone grows together. Beyond the business side, the sense of community stands out. From team events to everyday interactions, there’s a genuine camaraderie that makes coming to work enjoyable. It’s a place where you feel supported professionally and valued personally." Read Less
Marie DeVries, Associate
"After more than 26 years in real estate, my business continues to grow, largely through referrals and strong relationships. Choosing the right brokerage matters, and Cummings & Co. has been an outstanding partner and the perfect option for the expansion of my team. It truly feels like the best of both worlds: a locally owned company with a supportive culture, paired with smart technology and conve… Read Moreniently located offices. Most of all, it’s a brokerage where people genuinely work together and support each other’s success." Read Less
Audrey Bullock, Associate
"Kevin did an outstanding job with helping me look for a home.. and he also did it at a timely matter. Kevin ! Sent me homes everyday to look over. I would tell him the ones i liked. He would have reach out to the places , and I would have a viewing fast. I felt like I was picky , but he told me I wasn’t. I found my home with only looking at 3 houses. He stayed on top of everything. And even though… Read More, I been in my house for a month now. He still managed to check on me. I think you so much Kevin , I will recommend you to anyone who need help in finding their new home." Read Less
Aleasha Larry
"Kevin did an excellent job going above and beyond . Kevin's passion and integrity is unparalleled, he really made my first time home owner experience pleasant and easy."
Christopher Newmuis
"We highly recommend Justine. She will be our realtor for life. I’ve bought two houses with her and sold one and I don’t feel like it could have gone smoother in any of the deals. She is friendly, knowledgeable, and always available. She made the whole process a breeze. She will fight for you and always has your best interests at heart. Thank you for everything you do Justine!"
Pete & Kelli
"You epitomize what's good, not only in our industry, but in humanity! It's been a pleaseure & I hope to work with you again soon."
A Co-op Realtor