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Testimonials



I just want you all know how much we appreciate the Capitol Realty Team and their collective efforts to make the purchase of our home a done. We are so thankful for the fact that Jim Lisowski encouraged us to sell in the summer months (when everyone else said to wait until the fall), that you launched a lovely website and pictorial impression, and that you were all at the ready to deal with the various mishaps along the way. We felt like we could finally exhale this evening -- and are now ready to embrace our new life! So, know that we send a heartfelt thanks and will, of course, recommend the Capitol Realty Team to all of our future buying/ selling friends.

- Kate F.



Tom Kavanagh was fantastic. He listened to us, both our needs and our wants. He presented us with a variety of options and helped us narrow it down. We got the home we wanted and Tom was with us at every step of the way; in the end being not just our realtor but also our friend.

- J.T.M.



James sold our house in 4 days for above asking! He went above and beyond to get the house in prime selling condition. James actually sold us the house 8 years prior, so we have seen him work from both sides. In each instance he produced excellent results. I highly recommend James Lisowski and am more than happy to act as a reference.

- Jeremy D.



Tom Kavanagh is one of the rare people that still represents what a real estate agent should be. When people tell us about how hard it was for them to find a home by weeding through the online world of realty, we can barely relate. Instead of spending hours combing through online listings and going to see houses that barely fit our needs, we only saw houses that Tom thought worthy of visiting based on our specific wants and wish list. He was our true advocate. In addition to being hard working, he is a pleasure to be with and we would hire Tom again in an instant.

- Melissa W.



Capitol Realty Team is truly one of a kind. Jim Lisowski and Ty Voyles NEVER stop working for you. Whether you are buying or selling they will make it their personal quest to help you in a very complex business. Believe me you need people who know what they are doing on every level and that they do!! FIVE stars to these guys! Happy hunting.

- Brad S.



Dixie Rapuano made buying our first home seamless and easy. She's friendly, very responsive to our many questions and knowledgeable about the area. She made my husband and I feel very comfortable with the process from beginning to end. Now we're enjoying our home sweet home!

- Morgan & Andrew V.



Ty Voyles was extremely diligent, trustworthy and honest as we sought to sell our condominium in the Washington, DC market. Each time that we had a questions, Ty was quick to reply with answers that we felt were genuine and most helpful. Even in times of uncertainty, Ty gave us advice that allowed us to make objective decisions that we felt comfortable with time after time. We could not have chosen a better realtor to partner with and in fact, in the final analysis, we felt as if we chose a "good friend" throughout the process.

- LaKecia S.



We've been working with Tom Kavanagh for more than a decade and in that time, Tom has helped us purchase and sell several homes. Most recently, Tom sold our house in just two days and for full asking price - impressive in any market, but in this market, truly a rate accomplishment. Over the years, I've felt comfortable referring friends and co-workers to Tom Kavanagh and will continue to do so.

- Sal & Daniela T.



The service and attention to detail that Jim Lisowski provided far exceeded any expectations I set. His effort and diligence went above and beyond the level of service provided by other Realtors I interviewed and worked with. My first home purchase with Jim was a long road, with my search taking 7 months and veering from one end of the city to the other. I looked at condos, row homes, and free standing single family dwellings. Jim was knowledgeable in all of the neighborhoods and took the time to talk through the advantages and disadvantages of each type of ownership. His feedback and input were honest and spot on. Jim also held a great wealth of information on the inner workings of every house, and was superb at explaining the home buying process to me. As you can tell from my return business, James Lisowski is a fantastic Realtor, and someone I would do -- and have done -- business with repeatedly.

- T.Z.V.



Tom Kavanagh of the Capitol Realty Team worked tirelessly with us to find a new home. He helped us to identify our requirements and then screened the Northern Virginia market to develop a prospective list of homes. He was patient, asked good questions, and willingly volunteered to show us countless homes without pressure. In a time of changing rates and financial requirements, Tom helped us adjust our requirements. He was strong in negotiations, and continued to support us through the inspection and move. Thanks to Tom, we are in a home and neighborhood that we love and can afford.

- K.



James Lisowski is one of the best real estate agents in D.C. He knows the city inside and out, and has a great sense about what his clients are looking for in a home. He is dedicated to finding the right house for his clients and very prompt and responsive throughout the entire process of buying a home.

- R.E.K.



We came to Dixie Rapuano not knowing a lot about where in Virginia we wanted to move and she really helped us understand where the best schools and values were. We also had some pretty unique requests in terms of lot and property that she worked through with us. In fact, when we had some questions on items that would need repair, she provided us with contacts to get an expert opinion. Dixie listened and gave us a huge variety of homes to look at until we found an area we liked, and then she found another huge variety of homes for us to choose from within that area.

- Nina and Mario G.



Ty did a fantastic job with a mutual client of ours. In this day and age of a serious lack of attention to detail and customer service, Ty has proven that it is not a lost art. He truly has his clients best interest in mind at all stages of the process. I highly recommend that anyone and everyone should give Ty a call for their real estate needs.

- Scott D.



The efforts of Tom Kavanagh and his team, which led to the purchase of our home, was an experience I will always remember. It was the kind of service that I have always expected of a realty team, but never personally experienced until we met the Capitol Realty Team. Tom’s attentiveness to our family's needs and desires were highly commendable. Due to his diligence and drive to find us the right home within the time frame we proposed, our daughter was able to begin school on time and our family was provided with everything we were looking for in a home. We would not have been able to find our perfect home without his relentless pursuit and continual review of the homes available in the area we were seeking. I often recommend the Capitol Realty Team service to my peers and anyone who asks me for advice on finding a home in the area. As a career military family, we have moved often, but have never enjoyed the process of moving. Tom Kavanagh's efforts made this last move into the Northern Virginia area the most memorable. The ease and efficiency that he orchestrated the many actions and processes necessary for a home's purchase is worthy of high praise. Great job!

- Robert E.



James Lisowski was very easy to work with. He has a wonderful ability to be able to put himself in my shoes and was able to get me the best possible deal for my situation. He taught me a lot about the process. When it comes time to buy another home in the DC metro area, I will be certainly seeking Jim's services again.

- Michael G.



Working with Dixie Rapuano to find our first home (in the United States) was an easy, enjoyable and successful experience. She is outgoing, warm and very friendly, always willing to be available for house hunting or a review of complicated paper work. She has a wealth of information - everything from good neighborhoods to qualified mortgage lenders and was able to fine-tune the house hunting experience to meet our specific needs. Dixie’s assistance was instrumental, not only in finding the perfect home, but was also critical in helping us to locate the right lender (who would consider our unique situation). Without her dedication, hard work and perseverance I sincerely doubt that we would have been able to purchase our beautiful home in Arlington. Dixie continues to offer assistance long after the closing date; providing local information such as reputable home repairman, unusual furniture outlets, and a plethora of other information that is indispensable for newcomers to the area. I have and will continue to recommend Dixie to friends in search of a home in the NOVA and DC area.

- C. Staley



I really appreciated Ty's continued diligence and advocacy on my behalf throughout the home buying process. In dealing with common and uncommon challenges, Ty Voyles was always good at alleviating my concern and working to keep things right course! Not to mention, he is quite effective at navigating the wheels of consideration and all of the people with a role making me a happy home owner.

- Madeline S.



Over a period of five years I have used Tom Kavanagh for business matters and always been extremely satisfied with his performance. I like his integrity, his work ethics and also his moral ethics. I have no hesitation in working with Tom in the future and have no doubts ever when referring him to my friends and colleagues.

- Judy P.



As a first-time home buyer, I had a lot of questions, fears, and doubts. The last thing I needed was a pushy salesperson dragging me around DC trying to shove me into any home for sale. Ty Voyles took the time to understand my "must haves"/"can't stands" and guided me through the process like an old friend (who just happens to know a ton about real estate!). He and his team are patient, responsible, and a pleasure to know.
Who knew buying a home could be so fun?! Thank you!

- Mika I.



I am so grateful for real estate agent Tom Kavanagh. Tom is patient, knowledgeable, and "on top of the market." Our beautiful condo is exactly what we were after. I'd recommend Tom to anybody.

- Tom S.



Jimmy Lisowski is a great real estate agent. Whether buying or selling he's a fierce advocate for his clients. I've used him exclusively for the last 5 years. He always provides good counsel and sound advice. I would highly recommend him. He's flexible, timely and can get anything you need done.

- Charles T.



James Lisowski is the best real estate agent we've ever had the pleasure of working with. He is deeply involved and hustles at every stage in the process proving that he truly wants to serve his clients. From giving smart recommendations on staging the selling house and providing options to store our belongings, to making mortgage miracles happen at the 11th hour, James is truly a rock star agent. I would recommend him to anyone who is serious about buying or selling a house, or needs good sound advice for entering the real estate market.

- Rachel C.



I just wanted to say thank you to Tom Kavanagh for his assistance in selling my home. His personal attention to detail is what I believe made my home sale such a success. The fact that Tom made me feel like I was his only client (when in fact I know that wasn't the case) allowed me to place the sale of my home in his capable hands. I knew that everything was going to be fine with Tom’s help and I was right. My house sold so fast and for more than what I anticipated.

- Robin K.



We bought our first house in 2009 and James Lisowski was great to work with. When we started searching for a home we weren't really sure what we wanted, what we could afford, and where we wanted to live. He was very patient, insightful and most importantly... we trusted his judgment. Now, we have a great house and are very happy. We'd definitely use James again.

- Erin G.



Tom Kavanagh is great to work with. He helped us buy and sell homes and we would without a doubt work with him again. Tom knows this market very well and was straight forward and transparent throughout the entire process. I also appreciated the fact he was very accessible, extremely prompt in responding to any questions we had and skilled at negotiating on both sides of a transaction. He was also patient as our home search initially covered a large territory. I have a lot of trust and confidence in Tom, which is critical in the real estate business.

- Matt & Jennifer E.



Nobody surpasses James Lisowski in helping a person find the right row house or condo in DC, especially in the Capitol Hill neighborhood. I've worked with at least nine realtors over the course of moving around the country over a number of years, and I believe that Jim is the most trustworthy, efficient and knowledgeable in meeting my particular needs. He also found me a much better price for my home purchase than I anticipated!

- Elizabeth P.



My wife and I have worked with Tom Kavanagh on our last two home purchases and we can honestly say, "Tom was able to find the perfect home for our family each time, he knew what we were looking for before we did." In looking back on the home buying process with The Capital Realty Team, we were most impressed with the preparation and hard work that Tom did before we ever walked into our dream home. As we looked at other homes and discussed our likes and dislikes with Tom, he ever so accurately used that knowledge to find our perfect home. On both occasions, he knew he had found exactly what we envisioned before we ever stepped foot in them and as a result of his hard work we purchased with Tom on both occasions and will absolutely use Tom Kavanagh and The Capital Realty Team the next time we are in the market for a new home.
Thanks Team.

- Matt & Mitzi T.



We used James Lisowski twice, in 2004 moving from Annapolis, MD to Capitol Hill, DC and again in 2010 for moving from Capitol Hill to Chevy Chase, DC. We listed our house with him both times as he helped us find a new place. Both times he was able to get top dollar for our listings and helped us negotiate great deals on the places we were buying. He went above and beyond the call of duty more than once to sort out unexpected issues that arose along the way. He works well with other Realtors which is important when negotiating deals and terms. I would definitely recommend James!

- Jay G.



I am a loyal customer of the Capitol Realty team and I received above and beyond service from Tom Kavanagh. He was responsive, went the extra mile for me and my wife, and we will always use him for my future housing needs and have referred several friends to his services.

- Chris E.



James Lisowski is a detail-oriented real estate business owner who goes above the call of duty to help people find, buy or sell, and close on their homes. He helped me a single, female, first-time home buyer navigate a complex real estate world during a delicate time in the market. Twelve months later I am celebrating my first year in my home and I could not be happier. I would not have found this house, nor negotiated the offer, or feel so content with the value without his expertise and support.

- Tiffany P.



I have found Tom Kavanagh to be honest and he puts his clients' financial well being first. I have recommended him to coworkers, family and friends. Tom was referred to me by a friend who also had a positive experience, and I am happy to have received the referral. I will use Tom in the future and will continue to recommend him to others.

- Matt S.



James helped my wife and I purchase our first home, and ensured that our move across the country to Washington, D.C. was a smooth transition. He understood what we were looking for and was very flexible when our priorities shifted and needs changed. James has continued to be a great friend and his help didn't end on closing date - he was there when we moved in, helped us learn the area, and has always been just a phone call away with advice or a helping hand. I will definitely use James Lisowski again and happily recommend him to family and friends!

- Kyle P.



To anyone in need of a realtor in D.C. or Virginia: The experience I had with Tom Kavanagh as my realtor was truly remarkable. My partner and I were not exactly on the same page in terms of what we were looking for in a property. Tom patiently took us to see many properties all over the D.C. area. Soon he was able to find properties in which we could both find something to like. We never felt pressured to settle and ended up with a great condo in the District. Tom's negotiating skills were also top notch. We got the best deal of all the units sold in our condo building. We paid less than identical units plus we got a free parking space in the deal! I unequivocally recommend Tom to anyone looking for or selling a property.

- Gregg T.



As a first time homebuyer I was all over the board with where I wanted to live, what I thought I could afford and had tons of questions. Jimmy was nothing but professional and patient through every step of the process and ultimately I ended up with the most perfect place I could have never even dreamed of owning thanks to him. 
Whether a first time homebuyer or in the market for the 2nd, 3rd, 4th time... I highly recommend working with Jimmy Lisowski on your next purchase and you will be nothing but pleased. He certainly has the knowledge and personality to make what can be an intimidating process extremely pleasant.

- Brynna M.



Jimmy provided real estate advisory services to me in 2007 and 2008. I have continually been impressed with his knowledge of the market, integrity, reliability and results-driven work ethic. Jimmy Lisowski is my go-to guy for real estate in DC and I would highly recommend working with him.

- Heather T.



Tom Kavanagh went beyond expectations for our new home search in NOVA. Due to a corporate relocation, Tom and I connected through a referral. Tom spent four weeks with my wife and I, searching high and low for the right house. We were incredibly particular in our search efforts, and I am certain other realtors would have given up on us! I did not have a car so he picked me up at the airport and dropped me off. Same for my wife when I was out of town. He was just always there and always available.

- Steve & Celaine B.



Tom Kavanagh has been my realtor of choice since 1999, having completed nine purchase or sales transactions, including primary residences and investment properties, and several lease transactions. Tom is fully committed to his client from the initial meeting to determine the requirements of the transaction through closing. He is highly knowledgeable of the market and/or conducts thorough research to learn of the available product and/or comparable sales so that he can obtain the best deal possible. During the entire purchase/sale process he communicates frequently about the status, fights on your behalf and prods the client along as necessary. In addition, Tom has the necessary contacts and resources to assist with home inspections, financing, staging, repairs, cleaning and just about any other need. As an experienced real estate purchaser, I highly recommend Tom and his team, with the trust that they will provide high quality, full service transactions that will leave each client completely satisfied.

- Chuck C.




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