“After 17 years, raising two children, and living through three significant renovations, it was time to pick up stakes and move across country. Leaving Woodley Road was not going to be easy. Not only did we want to recoup our substantial investment in the house, but we also wanted to minimize the trauma of moving.

Lucky for us, we had real estate agent extraordinaire, Jean Hanan, to turn to. Jean looked over our house and came up with a few high-return improvements. When it came to staging, Jean transformed our “lived-in” abode to one with a clean and modern look.

Knowing our house was somewhat unusual, Jean avoided the shotgun approach and worked only with a few selected agents. As a consequence we never had hoards tromping through the house, but two weeks later we had an offer for more than we had expected.

The closing was equally painless. No last minute trauma or missing documents. All went well and we were on our way to California. When it was all done, Jean presented us with a beautifully bound book of all the photos that had been taken of the house. It’s a lovely memento we will cherish always. The kids say the house never looked that good, but they too love the book.

If you want to sell your house quickly, receive full value, and enjoy a hassle free experience, call Jean. You will not be sorry.”

“One of the best things about Jean is her real estate persona. She is not pushy like so many realtors are which I truly appreciated. When considering properties to purchase, she always objectively pointed out not just the pros but also the cons of whatever she was showing me. Jean also provided valuable advice on how to make my new home more to my taste while also adding value, and she continues to be available for insight on future improvements or other real estate matters. I always recommend her to my friends and
colleagues.”

“After many years in DC, we decided to move to Florida. Our DC condo was an exquisite property, but the building’s resale audience was especially specific and limited.

Due to Jean Hanan’s stellar reputation we never for a moment considered hiring any other real estate agent. She is always spectacularly professional in her dealing with both people and business. Her deep knowledge of the DC market, her beautiful staging of our condo, her wonderful choice of photographer, and her advertising acumen were all flawless.

Additionally, Jean sold our poolside cabana, helped with finding movers, supervised the final cleaning of our condo after we left town, and provided invaluable design advice for our new Florida house.

Our sale cannot have been an easy one, but Jean handled every aspect of it with ease, grace and warmth. We thank Jean profusely and enthusiastically recommend her as a terrific agent and a wonderful person.”

“I had the pleasure of working with Jean on selling not one but two homes in very different markets when I decided to relocate to the West Coast. Jean seamlessly prepared my home in Washington, DC to achieve highest value in the shortest time period. From closely working with her professional photographer to preparing a detailed list of small improvements, she instinctively knows what buyers are looking for and how to best market a property to highlight its strongest features. Jean knows the DC area market inside and out, and was in constant communication, which greatly enhanced my ability to make informed decisions.

My other property was located outside the city, in an area with very few sales, had been on the market for a long time, and needed a fresh approach. I asked Jean to take it on knowing that it would be a challenge. Once again Jean created a magnificent virtual tour, marketed the property to a new audience and achieved a sale at a great price. I cannot say enough about Jean’s tenacity, thoroughness, preparation, and negotiating skills.”

“After living in Paris for five years, we found ourselves moving to Washington, DC, and were unfamiliar with its many communities. In addition, with an international relocation, we had very little time to identify and purchase our new residence. Jean provided a house shopping experience that was very productive and rewarding.

The number of houses available during our house hunting trips to DC was limited, but Jean found properties on the market and not yet listed. She educated us on the various neighborhoods and was especially attuned to our criteria and gave special attention to the needs of our youngest child who would be entering a high school system quite different from his school experience in Paris.

The quality and quantity of information Jean provided and her advice on negotiations was focused and was also flexible to adjust to the circumstances. With her support, we were able to purchase a beautiful home in Georgetown, which met all of our requirements. After purchasing our home, Jean offered invaluable information on architects and contractors. She also introduced us to neighbors and made excellent recommendations on healthcare, restaurants and other matters that made our transition from Paris to DC so much easier.

We enjoyed working with Jean and greatly appreciate her guidance, support and
patience!”

“Jean was so helpful when I needed to sell my mother’s house. I live out of state, and she dealt with vendors and contractors to make certain the work was done on time and properly. She had recommendations about what should be done and what didn’t need to be done. Her knowledge of the area and the local real estate market were invaluable. She staged the house to help show up its best features and make it look fresh and appealing to a wide variety of people. We are very grateful for her help!”

“Jean Hanan helped our family find a new home, which involved a long search across a wide swath of the city and a challenging negotiation with an obstinate seller. She was a big help in visualizing what our new home could be — we were pretty picky buyers and needed to see beyond the existing backyard landscaping and flow of the interior in order to appreciate what a good fit the house could be. We did the work and couldn’t be happier in the house.

As soon as we completed the purchase we turned to the even more challenging task of selling our idiosyncratic house. Interest was limited because of some of its quirks (some we had inherited, some we had added, in fairness). Jean stuck with us through the fall, winter, and almost the entire spring. Her commitment never flagged and though lower offers emerged during that time, she encouraged us to hold out for our reservation price. Her patience was ultimately rewarded for which we are hugely grateful.”

“Jean Hanan sold my large home when I wanted to downsize and also found the perfect new home for me. First, when it came to selling my large home, we were faced with the dual challenge of being in the midst of the Great Recession, which was in full force, and having several other large homes for sale in my neighborhood. Nevertheless, Jean was able to find a unique buyer unaffected by our national economy and to close the sale at an excellent price. In showing the house, Jean used her considerable artistic skills to highlight its best features in a very wonderful way.

Jean also found the home I now live in and absolutely love. I knew the house needed a bit of work when I first saw it, but I thought it had great potential. Still, I would not have bought it if Jean hadn’t introduced me to the architect who ultimately worked with me on the renovation of the house. Jean, the architect and I spent much time in the house before I made an offer, and I became convinced that it could be exactly what I wanted. Jean helped me craft an offer that reflected the need for the work to be done. I couldn’t be happier with the final product.

Jean is thoughtful, diligent, kind and a true professional. She knows every detail of the market and is always up-to-date on the most current information and research. She’s well-liked and well-respected in the community. Those qualities make a difference. My two houses — one sold and one bought — are proof of that.”

“I worked with Jean for five years to find our dream home in the DC area. My husband and I were living in Brussels, Belgium, but we knew we wanted to retire in the DC area.

I had a clear idea of what I wanted in our retirement home and Jean was totally dedicated to helping me find it. She made time to work with me every time I came to DC, showing me homes with good potential, both inside and outside the District. She was always pleasant and easy to work with, even as a demanding client.

I remember the day Jean suggested that I look at a townhouse in Old Town Alexandria that was not yet on the market. It was clear that she had listened to me and that she understood exactly what I was looking for. It met all of my needs perfectly. Thanks to Jean’s hard work, dedication and knowledge of the market, we now live in our dream home.”