Jan Allen

Helping people achieve their real estate goals

What do Clients Say?

We recently worked with Jan to purchase our home. We were moving to NoVA from another state which always adds complexity to an already stressful process, however, Jan's knowledge of the area and real estate process, and her dedication to her clients really made it quite painless. She was able to accommodate our schedule for showings and setup appointments on a whim. She took the time to understand our desires and recommended houses that she felt would be appropriate for our budget and location. Jan's expertise really comes through in the negotiating/closing process. Her years of experience give her an invaluable edge in reading people and understanding what motivates them, thus positioning us well to place an acceptable offer. As issues arise during settlement, as they typically do, Jan handles them head-on and involves you when necessary. Her knowledge extends beyond typical real estate so she is able to offer excellent advice on financing and she worked seamlessly with our mortgage company. Her dedication to protecting us, and our new investment, put us at ease throughout the buying process.

S&B Schuck

I have worked with many brokers and agents in the past but I found Jan Allen to be most efficient, dedicated, and one of the most knowledgeable brokers in the Northern Virginia area. It has been very pleasant working with Jan and I hope to work with her in the near future. (Jan has since handled 5 of my properties.)

P. Park

I wanted to write you a quick note to thank you for your top-notch service over this past year that we’ve been working together. As you know, I contacted you from overseas over a year ago after two colleagues from the State Department referred me to you. You wowed me right off the bat with your responsiveness—you answered my email in almost no time and we were off and running. We started working immediately to fine tune my needs and preferences, and your knowledge and experience was instrumental in getting me up to speed on the Washington DC, Virginia, and Maryland markets. The wonderful thing is Jan, that during the last year, you NEVER faltered. You always responded to my emails, you always picked up your phone when I called (this sounds like a small thing, but it is so rare these days), and you were always prepared with well thought out, comprehensive answers to my questions. In sum, I feel like we made a great team because it is so easy to communicate with you. When I arrived in DC with a short timeframe to find a place, you were available, prepared and attentive. You arranged a packed itinerary and put together an incredibly useful notebook of all of the possibilities with key details on each place. Of course, when we found a steal and I decided to make an offer, you were everything I could have asked for in a negotiator—informed, persistent, and with my interests in mind throughout. From start to finish, I couldn’t have been happier with your services Jan. I would happily and wholeheartedly refer you to everyone I know who is looking to buy a place in the area; it has been fantastic working with you. I wanted to write you a quick note to thank you for your top-notch service over this past year that we’ve been working together. As you know, I contacted you from overseas over a year ago after two colleagues from the State Department referred me to you. You wowed me right off the bat with your responsiveness—you answered my email in almost no time and we were off and running. We started working immediately to fine tune my needs and preferences, and your knowledge and experience was instrumental in getting me up to speed on the Washington DC, Virginia, and Maryland markets. The wonderful thing is Jan, that during the last year, you NEVER faltered. You always responded to my emails, you always picked up your phone when I called (this sounds like a small thing, but it is so rare these days), and you were always prepared with well thought out, comprehensive answers to my questions. In sum, I feel like we made a great team because it is so easy to communicate with you. When I arrived in DC with a short timeframe to find a place, you were available, prepared and attentive. You arranged a packed itinerary and put together an incredibly useful notebook of all of the possibilities with key details on each place. Of course, when we found a steal and I decided to make an offer, you were everything I could have asked for in a negotiator—informed, persistent, and with my interests in mind throughout. From start to finish, I couldn’t have been happier with your services Jan. I would happily and wholeheartedly refer you to everyone I know who is looking to buy a place in the area; it has been fantastic working with you.

A.Masliyah

Have you ever had a realtor not return your phone calls when you had a burning issue to talk? When you call Jan Allen, you get not only your call returned, but your real estate issue resolved, as well. Jan’s extensive experience in the real estate industry and knowledge of banking and the banker’s mentality, make the way smoother and more intelligible for her clients. Jan Allen is one of the very few real estate experts whose advice comes with a retinue of contacts to help you sell your home, help coordinate the mortgage process with your lender and help you to buy a new home for the best price and terms. She will estimate the amount of time it takes to fix your property, put it on the market, give you a fair notion of how it will do in your current market, and help you stage your property so the sign on your place says “Sold”! I could not have had such a successful and pleasant journey in selling my home without her.

A. Cahoon

We've used Jan to buy a home and sell two of our condos and would recommend her to anyone. We are also currently using her as we look to purchase our next single family "dream" home. She has helped us through issues we could have never foreseen and provided experience, knowledge and guidance through some difficult situations. For those who think realtors are not necessary in this day and age, I have to say we would have stood to lose a lot of money had we not had a realtor who navigated, researched and brought prior experience to the table in our situation. I have referred Jan to several of my friends and they, as well, have nothing but great things to say about her. Her commitment and dedication to her clients is incomparable. She takes the time to walk you through all the steps and scenarios when it comes to selling and buying a home. She listens to your concerns and will come up with several strategies to facilitate a transaction that is financially sound, which is a skill set that is very hard to find in realtors/brokers - she truly looks out for your best interest. I could go on for days about Jan's outstanding level of dedication, commitment and, most importantly, integrity - she truly is one of a kind!

R & G Jackson

About Jan

As Realtor/Broker, I am available to address all of your real estate needs. I've been in the Industry for over 40 years of which 20 years was in the real estate financing arena.  I also have expertise in real estate trends analysis, Marketing, Negotiations, Mortgage Financing, Staging and Title which means that I offer my clients extensive experience to advise and service my clients.

 

I service clients in Northern Virginia, Washington, DC and Maryland.

 

Please give me a call or email when you are ready to make a change. I also offer complimentary buying and selling consultations. I look forward to working with you!

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