The Denny & Leyla Team

Denny and Leyla were phenomenal partners during our home search. As first time home buyers, we were looking for agents who could help us navigate the process of searching for and purchasing a home, and Denny and Leyla were there for us every step of the way, pointing out things we had not considered and ultimately helping us to land a great first home for a great price. We cannot recommend them enough to any prospective home buyers!

Denny and Leyla were wonderful to work with throughout the selling process. They were friendly, helpful, and responsive. They also did an excellent job explaining all the steps involved. I liked that they explained the “why” behind their recommendations and never pressured me. The work they did with staging and marketing was outstanding, and I was impressed with how fast they were able to get my property on the market. I’m so happy I went to Denny and Leyla, and I’d absolutely go back to them if I buy in the area.

Denny and Leyla are the best! We have used them to buy/sell property 4 times now in both dc and VA. They are responsive, organized and knowledgeable. They know the market well and helped us with both buying and selling of investment properties as well as our own home for one property. We had to do a 1031 exchange which we had never done before and they were knowledgeable in helping us to get it done timely. We HIGHLY recommend them for all real estate needs!

Extremely positive experience working with Denny and Leyla. They held our hands throughout the home-buying process -- truly from soup (initial outline of what we thought we wanted ) to nuts (actively participating in the closing to ensure our interests were protected). Anyone even thinking of buying in the DMV region should look to them.

I've used the Denny and Leyla Team since 2011, spanning three purchases and two sales, so I've come to know both of them very well. And I can honestly say I won't ever go anywhere else when I need real estate services. Denny and Leyla have always been professional, personable, knowledgeable, quick to respond, and a calming force when I needed it during the especially stressful moments. All real estate transactions are challenging, but I've had some uniquely rocky moments - from ending up homeless due to closing date changes, to navigating a home sale contingency that came down to the wire, to dealing with a challenging developer on a new construction home. Denny and Leyla were always there to step in, solve the issue, and make my life a bit easier. I am so confident in their skills that I routinely refer friends to them for their real estate needs as well. If you're looking to work with Denny and Leyla, don't hesitate!

Denny and Layla are an amazing 1-2 punch! They have helped us sell and buy multiple homes, and are absolutely amazing. They’re super helpful at explaining the process, patient with us through all of the home buying anxiety, and knowledgeable enough to find solutions to any twist and turn. We’ve recommended the team to multiple friends, and would absolutely recommend them to anyone looking to buy and/or sell their home.

Denny & Leyla made me feel so comfortable throughout the process with my first home purchase. I'm so excited to be moving into the first place I can call truly mine!

The Denny and Leyla team are professional, personable, and talented. My wife and I recommend them highly. We decided to purchase our first home in the midst of an absolutely crazy market, and we could not have managed it without the guidance and support of this amazing team. We worked with Denny, Leyla, and Buddee on several months of focused/exhausting hunting, strategizing, negotiating, bidding, and ultimately buying our incredible place. Their energy, expertise, honesty, and genuine care have been the guideposts of our journey from renters to owners. They began by helping us better understand the homebuying process and asked about our needs and priorities, which evolved as we grew into the homebuying process. They presented quality homes to us that we had missed while using the standard Zillow/Redfin approach, and pointed out important details on homes as we toured. We then worked together to analyze each bidding strategy and review what happened on the ones we lost (which was inevitable when facing all-cash offers, zero contingencies, waived inspections, and offers far above asking price). They moved with ease through our numerous decisions to change targeted areas as markets shifted in rapid succession and kept up our spirits as we lost several bids, each with a highly competitive offer well-informed by the Denny and Leyla Team's expertise. They were responsive and moved fast when we wanted to see a place, always finding time to fit us into a schedule or craft complex days of walk-throughs. Once we won a bid, they were right there with us to deal with the onslaught of process and paperwork to come --- working seamlessly with the sellers, our mortgage broker, and the title company. Afterwards they have kept in touch and made sure that we are happy and settled in our new home providing connections and advice as we navigate little updates around the house. We are grateful not only for their realty knowledge and prowess, but also for the genuine friendships that were formed along the way. And that is not to mention how wonderful they were with our two kids who were often in tow and didn't make viewings easy! Despite all the stress and frustration that high demand, low supply, and rising mortgage rates created, we enjoyed all of our interactions and correspondence with the Denny & Leyla Team and will continue to turn to them for any and all real estate decisions in our future.

We were grateful for Leyla and Denny’s assistance in helping us purchase our new home and sell our old one. We appreciated their division of duties where Leyla was mostly responsible for taking us to properties and Denny was mostly responsible for the transaction paperwork, while both handled discussion with the seller and answered our questions promptly and professionally. Because we were looking to substantially upgrade with this move, we had some specific wants, but also some unknowns. Leyla helped us navigate those issues, and house-hunting with her was a lot of fun. She had good insights about the properties and also asked good questions when owners or other realtors were around. She would even strike up conversation with neighbors if they were present, which helped us get a sense of certain communities. She was easy to schedule with and didn’t seem to mind making repeat visits to our favorite properties that we wanted to more closely examine. She also staged our old place in a lovely manner that really showed off its best assets. Denny’s work was more behind-the-scenes, but his efforts to ensure our closings went smoothly—both for buying a new place and selling our old one. Their efforts to competitively price and market our place meant it was only on the market a few days, which was a nice surprise, given that units in our old place stay on the market for months sometimes. These are very professional, knowledgeable and kind people, who we would recommend to anyone looking to buy or sell.

Denny and Leyla helped me find a wonderful house in the middle of an incredibly competitive winter/spring market. They encouraged me explore new neighborhoods and properties to find the right fit for my needs, while staying within budget. Leyla is very responsive, knowledgable, and patient as we looked at house after house. Once we found the right houses, they were on point with the pricing strategy needed to secure the house. They know the market and the process so that I was able to put in an extremely competitive offer while minimizing the risk through pre-inspections. Denny was fantastic submitting offers and following up with agents. In addition to all of their skills, they are amazing people that are fun to work with. I would highly recommend them to anyone who is buying or selling in the DC area.

We couldn’t be happier working with the Denny and Leyla Team! Not only are they so efficient and reliable, they are simply amazing people. As first-time home buyers, the entire process was daunting, especially in this highly competitive market. From the beginning, they took the time to educate us on the process and highlighted the key elements to a successful offer. Then, they helped us narrow down what was most important to us as we searched for our first home. Finally, when it came down to making an offer, they couldn’t have made it easier. We spoke to friends who had difficult experiences with all of this, and our experience was so much easier - we were in good hands with Denny and Leyla who made our experience seamless. Thank you, Denny and Leyla!!!

Buddee was an outstanding realtor - so patient, knowledgeable, responsive, and detail-oriented. This was my first time selling a property, and I was doing so remotely, from 4000 miles away. I was a bit apprehensive about the process and the market, but Buddee immediately put me at ease. He recommended excellent contractors to get my apartment ready for sale and he kept me updated every step of the way. I was so pleased that, thanks to Buddee's work, my condo sold much faster than most other units in my building. I recommend Buddee wholeheartedly and will definitely use him for my real estate needs in the future!

Denny and Leyla are fantastic! I was out of state and selling a property in DC and they handled EVERYTHING and sold my property and maximized my profit! Professional, knowledgeable, and easy to work with- they just handled it. I highly recommend and will work with them again in the future.

Denny and Leyla were fantastic partners in helping me, a first time home buyer, purchase a home in DC. We were navigating a challenging seller's market in late 2021 and 2022, and I was brand new to buying a home. Denny and Leyla have tremendous experience -- real experience, in that they've lived all over DC and have a deep understanding of each neighborhood, its culture, and what sets it apart from others. They also were knowledgable in pointing out flaws and concerns in several properties we walked through together. They were patient as my criteria evolved through the process, and were even able to "translate" my desires into tangible features of what to look for in a home. Lastly, they were immensely helpful in guiding me in submitting a winning offer in this market.

Denny and Leyla were my realtors and led me through my first home-buying adventure. I’ll be honest, going into this I knew very little about the whole process but they guided me through everything, explained each step along the way, and were always able to answer any questions I came up with or provide clarification when requested. Knowledgeable, attentive, and caring don’t even begin to describe these two. They are AMAZING people and are not only great at what they do but also a great pleasure to be around and work with. When you’re working with them, you know you’re being well taken care of and it truly shows. When it comes time for me to buy/sell again in the future or if any friends or family are in the market, I can guarantee I’ll be referring them over to Denny and Leyla. Thank you again!

As a first-time home buyer, I couldn't have asked for a better realtor team. Leyla normally conducted house tours with me. Both she and Denny were kind, genuine, honest about homes that weren't worth buying, patient when I was indecisive, and supportive of my decisions. I started house hunting with Leyla and Denny in June 2021, and didn't close on a home until early December. It was a long, and sometimes frustrating process, but Leyla and Denny made it a little easier. I would recommend them to anyone.

I was referred to Denny and Leyla from a friend and they were fantastic throughout the home buying process. I was a first time home buyer, and much of the steps were foreign to me, and they were patient and incredibly responsive to any questions that I had. Because I was not settled on exactly what type of property I wanted, or location, they provided me with a wide scope of options as we worked to narrow down what was most important to me. Leyla was great walking me through multiple properties (and the inspection), and Denny was so helpful throughout the offer process through closing. I will recommend Denny and Leyla to anyone I know looking to buy or sell in the DMV area.

Over the course of a year and a half, we went from looking for a condo in DC to a townhouse in Alexandria, back to a condo in DC, and then ultimately bought a house in Alexandria. Leyla and Denny were with us each step of the way, honestly explaining the implications of each decision and providing advice but never made us feel rushed or pressured. They adeptly managed the search process during pandemic restrictions and were understanding and flexible each time we shifted priorities. When we ultimately decided that we wanted the independence and autonomy of a house, they were great about explaining the basics to nervous, first-time house buyers and also put us in touch with great contractors. They provided excellent guidance during the offer and settlement process, which was truly effortless. Leyla and Denny make a great team, with each managing a different part of the process. Their colleague Buddee was also great to work with. They all made what is generally a stressful experience as smooth as possible. We would highly recommend Leyla and Denny to anyone looking to buy or sell in the DMV.

Denny & Leyla are fantastic! I never ceased to be impressed by how responsive and resourceful they are. If we emailed them early in the morning or late in the evening, we'd often be surprised to find we got a response in minutes. They never pushed us to make a decision and instead provided us with the information and time we needed to make the decisions that were best for us.

I had an excellent experience working with Denny and Leyla, and would highly recommend them! As a first time home buyer, I really appreciated that they guided me through every step, and made the process as stress free as possible. I bought in a hot housing market, and I don’t think I could have ended up in a place that I love without their efforts. They were very proactive, always available to check out new places, had great advice on the pros and cons of each place we saw, and were very helpful at negotiating with the seller. I will definitely work with them again next time I buy or sell a home!

Denny and Leyla took the worry out of selling our home! Though we have sold homes before, you always want to partner with the experts who understand the market and will be honest with you throughout the process. Denny and Leyla have the experience to know what works and what is just a waste of time and money.

It is our pleasure to write this review for Denny and Leyla who recently helped us purchase our first home in Maryland. D&L were recommended to us by a family friend. As first-time homebuyers and recent transplants to the DMV area, we needed a lot of hand-holding every step of the way! We had no clue about the homebuying process and only had vague ideas about the type of home and neighborhoods we were looking for. D&L patiently shortlisted and toured a wide variety of homes in DC, MD, and VA over several months with us as we realized what exactly we wanted or did not want. We were also quite happy with the way D&L have split the tasks amongst themselves, with Leyla managing the home tours and Denny handling the contractual stuff. We could not have asked for better agents to help us navigate the craziness of the real estate market during this global pandemic. We look forward to our continued engagement with them over the years!

We absolutely loved working with both Denny and Leyla. They are very experienced and knowledgeable about the entire DMV. We toured homes with Leyla, which we really enjoyed from the very beginning. She always had great questions about the homes and pointed out details that we never would have considered on our own. We came to value her honest advice and input. We felt like she was looking out for our best interests, and we never felt pressured to buy anything. Denny and Leyla explained every step of the homebuying process and answered our questions thoroughly and patiently. They continued to help us navigate the homebuying process during the pandemic and understood our needs as a more vulnerable family. They arranged FaceTime tours and helped arrange a curbside closing. They also helped us be more competitive in a very competitive market. We are very happy with our new home! We highly recommend the Denny and Leyla Team for anyone looking to buy a home in DC, MD, or VA.

The team made what could have been a nerve-wracking experience relatively smooth and ultimately successful. My wife and I found them to be highly professional. extremely knowledgeable about the market, patient, and conscious about trying to meet OUR needs and desires. I highly recommend them to anyone looking for a home in this very competitive market. You will.be in great hands!

We were buying our first home and Leyla and Danny were absolutely amazing. Leyla's knowledge of all of the neighborhoods and properties was second to none, as well as patience with first time home buyers, especially during the COVID 19 pandemic. Denny's expertise regarding the monetary processes involved with the actual purchasing of the home was great. He answered all of our questions expertly and really helped alleviate any stress involved with making such a major purchase. As a team, they really walked us through every step of the way and made it a very easy process. I would recommend Leyla and Danny to anyone looking to buy a home.