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DMV Residential Realty is a boutique brokerage serving Washington DC, Maryland & Virginia. Led by broker Sanovia Smith, we specialize in helping buyers, sellers, and investors achieve their real estate goals with confidence and ease.

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Invest with clarity and confidence

Sanovia helps you source, analyze, and acquire investment properties that fit your goals—cash flow, appreciation, or a balanced portfolio.

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Investor-first guidance

Deal sourcing

Identify opportunities across on-market and off-market channels, aligned to your buy box.

Underwriting support

Review rent comps, expenses, cap rate, and cash-on-cash so you can decide with confidence.

Negotiation and execution

Structure offers, manage due diligence, and keep the transaction moving to a clean close.

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What we do for investors

From first purchase to portfolio growth, we provide practical support at every step.

Strategy and buy box

Clarify target neighborhoods, property types, return thresholds, and risk tolerance.


Market and rent comps

Evaluate pricing, demand drivers, and rental performance to validate assumptions.


Offer and due diligence

Coordinate inspections, review disclosures, and negotiate repairs or credits.


Closing and next steps

Support lender timelines, coordinate with title, and plan for leasing or renovations.

Investor FAQs

Common questions we help investors answer before making an offer.

How do you evaluate a deal?

We look at rent comps, realistic expenses, financing assumptions, and exit scenarios to estimate cash flow and risk.

Can you help with out-of-state investing?

Yes. We can coordinate virtual tours, local vendor introductions, and a clear due diligence checklist to keep you informed.

Do you work with first-time investors?

Absolutely. We’ll walk you through financing, underwriting basics, and what to expect from inspections through closing.

What property types do you focus on?

We support single-family rentals, small multifamily, and select value-add opportunities based on your goals.

Can you recommend property managers and contractors?

We can share a shortlist of local professionals so you can interview and choose the right fit.

How quickly can we start?

Once we confirm your criteria and financing plan, we can begin sourcing opportunities right away.

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DMV Residential Realty is a boutique brokerage proudly serving Washington DC, Maryland, and Virginia. Led by broker Sanovia Smith, we help buyers, sellers, and investors achieve their real estate goals with confidence and ease.

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