Testimonials

We were looking to purchase our first home and were fortunate to find Dale Mattison to assist us with the process. When we originally contacted him, we were not ready to purchase but just wanted to see what was out there. He was consistent but not overly so. His daily email helped us to see what was on the market. He always gave his honest opinion on properties we looked at and that really helped. If we were unsure about anything he would go above and beyond to make sure we understood or felt comfortable. He was very patient with us throughout the entire process. There were several homes we visited and whenever we were interested in putting in an offer, he was there ready to do it ASAP. When we did find our home, he was there to walk us through the process and it was seamless. I highly recommend Dale and the Mattison Group if you are in the market for a home in the DMV area.

Dale has helped us purchase 2 homes as well as sell a home. He was professional and yet personal in each and every transaction. He has an extraordinary knowledge of the DC/MD/VA market. I would recommend Dale highly for any real estate transaction.

"Dale helped us buy this condo 8 years ago so my son could study in DC. We live in California and he made it easy to buy the property and kept in touch with us all this time. When we decided to sell, he facilitated people to help us fix it up and move our furniture to California. Made everything easy and provided outstanding service"

"Mr. Mattison is by far one of the best people in this world who provided me good old fashion customer service. He helped me buy my first home in 2001, and also helped my daughter buy her new home as well. Dale continues to provide us with tips to keep our homes in good shape updates new listings in the area and the customer service never ends, which is genuine. He is simple people friendly which matters the most when buying the biggest investment you could ever purchase." Jeff Schnider "I was particularly impressed with Dale's keeping me informed at every step in the selling process. He visited my condo and offered painting and tile suggestions. He reviewed the listing with me; then he kept me informed immediately after each showing and offered helpful suggestions regarding negotiations. Having sold multiple properties, the most difficult experience is when you feel not informed. Dale never let that happen."

"What can be said about Dale?! He is a consummate professional with 40 years of experience in the D.C. Metro real estate market. From our initial meeting, we knew we were in good hands. In such an aggressive market, he was very patient with us first time home buyers, answering our questions and helping us navigate a fast, complex process. It also helps that he's extremely friendly, kind, and owns his own family company as part of the larger L&F system. Dale will treat you right and get you your dream house."

"I have used Dale to purchase 2 properties, sell a property and he will be handling our forthcoming sale and purchase. His knowledge, insight and ability to understand and facilitate what can be a difficult decision for a family to make set him apart from any other Realtor I have known. I would highly recommend Dale to anyone serious about selling or purchasing a home."

"There is not a superlative to truly express the complete satisfaction with the experience with Dale. He is by far the primary asset we were able to utilize to purchase our first home. His customer service was extremely helpful as first time home buyers. To make the whole experience that much more rewarding he has a network of true professionals to accomplish even the most aggressive of plans. You would only be winning by going with Dale."

"Washington D.C. real estate moves quickly - luckily we had the help of Danai. Her open, honest, and experienced advice set us up for success in a competitive buying environment. She outlined our escalation clause and handled everything perfectly. The end result was my first home, at a great price, all within a two week time frame - more than I could have asked for. There was attention to detail, promptness, and a sense of confidence which relieved the stress of buying. All I had to worry about was moving in (and if our dog had enough space!) Thanks again Danai"

"I am so thankful I chose Danai as my realtor. I was originally on the fence about selling my home, but before I made my final decision Danai presented me with the most thorough information about the D.C. housing market, the value of my home, and a few small tips that would make my home that much more appealing to my future buyer. After allowing me to ask her a million questions about the selling process, I decided to put my home on the market. Even with me having a ton of things going on at the time, Danai was very patient with my tight schedule and made sure I stayed on top of things that were essential to making my home most appealing on the market. Although Danai had planned an open house, she ensured my house was being advertised properly on almost every real estate website you could think of. My home was only one the market for four days before I received a full price offer! I still can't believe it. During the negotiation process between myself and the buyer, Danai helped me understand what was being asked. And once my closing date approached, the process was seamless. Overall I had a wonderful experience with Danai as my realtor, and I will definitely reach back out to her when it's time to buy my next property!"

"We purchased a condo in DC with Danai's expert guidance. Danai invested time to understand what we were looking for then highlighted features that matched our interests while showing the condo and building. In addition, she provided expert information about the surrounding areas and life style that we valued and knew about different financing options that we were considering. Danai's guidance proved to be accurate in each instance throughout the purchase process. July 6, 2010" back to top Tessa Edison "Working with Danai with the City Vista Condo project has been a wonderful experience. She stepped in at a very busy time and it was seamless. She has become our go to person on ALL transactions, she knows her clients well! I hope to work with her on a nother project in the future! March 2, 2010"

"Dale helped me to look at houses in the DC area when home prices were out of control. He looked with me for 7 months until I finally found and purchased the house I still live in now. He knew the city very well and listened to what I could afford and took me to the places I requested for months until I finally chose the right property. He was awesome! For the record, my house doubled in value!" Leigh Reed "Dale is a rarity in the real estate realm - not only does he possess superior sales skills, but he is a student of his craft - he has a thirst for market and statistical knowledge that helps him better serve his clients. Whether it is technology, agent to agent networking to increase the exposure to his listings resulting in faster sales (because who wouldn't want to work with Dale as the agent on the other side of the table?) or just sitting down to catch up, he listens first, thinks...and then gives his input. Imagine - someone who actually listens to your needs in this day and age! Brilliant!"

"Dale Mattison is a top quality Real Estate professional and Associate Broker at Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc. Well experienced, exceptionally knowledgeable, truly the total package that one would want to represent them in a real estate transaction. He was the team leader for a property that was purchased by my client. The collaboration, cooperation, and coordination from his team was flawless, nothing less than one would expect from Dale Mattison. I strongly recommend Dale Mattison and his Long & Foster Mattison Group for business. Again, he is a top quality real estate professional!"

"I can highly recommend Dale Mattison for your real estate search/sell. When I was in less than desirable living arrangements and eagerly looking to purchase my first condominium, Dale and his team took me under their wings, found exactly what I was looking for, within my budget, and I was moving into the place within a month. Perfect communication, positive professional demeanor and perhaps most importantly, excellent results!"

"Friends who had a fantastic result selling their home referred us to Dale Mattison. We worked with Dale and his team to sell our home in 2006 as the housing market was hitting the downturn. We were very concerned, but Dale set the correct expectation from the beginning and led us through the process with the highest level of professionalism. We had an offer within a week of putting the home on the market and closed within our desired timeframe. From start to finish, Dale and his team were seamless. Dale is the first and only real estate professional we'd think of working with to sell or purchase our next home!"

"Dale and I just closed another transaction that went off perfectly without a hitch. Dale strives to make certain all the details are taken care of well in advance of settlement. He strives to make every step of the way a wonderful experience. I can't wait to work with Dale again!

Dale is the best. Trust is a key component in making this work, and Dale put us at ease immediately from the first meeting. We trusted him, his instincts, his knowledge of the market, and his experience. Dale provided not just information, but also guidance, and gentle pushback based on his knowledge and experience. He gave us things to consider, and while he may have had other clients at the same time, we never felt like we came second place. When Dale is working for you, he's working for you, and he is there and present. He's available for communication whenever, and is driven to help you find not just a house, but a home. We are first time home buyers and Dale made what could have been a nerve-wracking experience, something that was enjoyable and as painless as possible. We would happily recommend Dale to friends and family who are in need of a great real estate agent.

Recently my wife and I moved from Orange County California. While in California I was referred by a close friend and business associate, whom I trust, to use Dale Mattison as my real estate agent as I relocate to Northern Virginia. Now I know why Dale was recommended to me. Simply put, Dale is an extraordinary Agent, consummate professional exceeding all our expectations. Dale has to be one of the most professional Realtors in the industry. It is not only his knowledge (expert on the D.C Metro real estate and all phases of purchasing a home) and experience that differentiates him, but his personal skills. He makes you feel like you are his only client. Dale is dependable, very smart, quick to adapt to changing situations. He is also a wonderful human being. It is now my turn to highly recommend Dale Mattison. Dale needs to be your top choice for your real estate agent too.