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District Invest Group

Agent
5.0 stars
44 Reviews

Markets served


Ellicott City, MD
Greenbelt, MD
Beltsville, MD
Burtonsville, MD
Olney, MD
Baltimore, MD
Springfield, VA
Burke, VA
Mount Rainier, MD
Columbia, MD
Laurel, MD
Hyattsville, MD
Fairfax, VA
Chevy Chase Section Three, MD
Chevy Chase View, MD
Chevy Chase Village, MD
Monrovia, MD
Urbana, MD
Germantown, MD
Potomac Park, MD
Frederick, MD
Falls Church, VA
College Park, MD
Alexandria, VA
Clarksburg, MD
Gaithersburg, MD
Arlington, VA
Silver Spring, MD
Bethesda, MD
Washington, DC
Rockville, MD

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301-893-4635

About us


District Invest Group of RLAH Real Estate is the premiere team in the DC and Baltimore metro areas who specializes in investment properties and working with the investment minded client.  The team consists of Russell Brazil, Sara Frank & Bem White. Listen to their local podcast at www.DCRealEstatePodcast.com. 

www.DistrictInvest.com

Specialties


Other Agents

Commercial
Residential

Reviews (44)


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a year ago
Reviewed by Nancy Jimenez
Russell is so selfless sharing his wealth of information and expertise. He has helped us purchase two homes (one rental and one primary) so far, and has served as a mentor to us new investors. We really feel like we lucked out in the Realestate agent pool, with the best. He has helped us with negotiations, with helping us see not only the good but also the possible issues in the future. We highly recommend Russell to anyone looking to purchase or sell their home or an investment property. He is the best.
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a year ago
Reviewed by Zakiya Randall
Russell is an incredible agent! He was responsive, knowledgeable about the DMV area, and patient with a lot of my questions and inquiries. He even walked me through some investment strategies as I was looking through homes that I wanted to put an offer in on which is a double win. If you want to have a great and seamless buying experience when it comes to buying a house, you want to contact Russell.
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a year ago
Reviewed by Alexander Petsopoulos
Russell was a spectacular agent for my wife's and my first home purchase!! Going above and beyond his responsibility as an agent, he also coached us through the investing process, providing guidance with respect to deal analysis, rental comps, tenant screening, home renovations, and strategy. He was 10 minutes early to every showing, and very patient with our indecisiveness :) I would 100% work with Russell again.
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a year ago
Reviewed by Shoshana Levenson
Russell was incredible to work with! As a first time homebuyer, I had a lot of questions. Russell had endless expertise and patience and helped guide me through each step of the process. Highly recommend working with him.
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2 years ago
Reviewed by Rahul Gurung
Russell was great in helping me find a home that met my requirements. He is very knowledgeable about the real estate market and the DMV area. I learned a lot from him during my home search. He was quick to act and respond to my questions. I believe I got a great deal on my home thanks to Russell. I highly recommend him.
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2 years ago
Reviewed by MLaw PlWa
Russell Brazil is an extremely knowledgeable, responsive and effective realtor and broker. More importantly, he knows the DC/MD/VA area inside and out. He knew the exact areas for us to invest in based on our price point and goals and is a great teacher for rookie investors. You will not make a mistake going with Russell.
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2 years ago
Reviewed by Adeel Ahmed
Russell is an experienced professional with tremendous expertise in the DC Metro area market. He maintains a no pressure attitude and patiently works with his clients to find the right property across any price point, a client seeking a 150k condo will receive the same expertise, care and attention as someone purchasing a 750k home. His knowledge of the real estate market and finance are key to assisting his clients in making sound real estate decisions and more importantly, long term financial decisions. We have worked with Russell for many years and will continue to do so. Highly recommend him to anyone seeking a professional in this market, whether its a first time home buyer or an experienced investor.
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a year ago
Reviewed by Justin Brady
I'll admit I am not a client of Russell's, but We have frequented real estate meetings together. I've known him for years and consider him a friend. While I can't speak to his "service" I can speak to him as a person. If his real estate services are even a quarter as good as he is a person, you're in GREAT hands!
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3 months ago
Reviewed by James Harvey
We just moved into our new home in Springfield, VA and the whole process was seemless with Russell as our agent. We had tough-to-meet criteria and were coming from overseas but he set up a viewing-to-purchase timeline that allowed us to hit the ground running. I'll definitely be seeking his advice regarding investments in D.C. / NOVA.
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3 months ago
Reviewed by Nat Rojas
Truly incredible the knowledge and service Russell has to offer! He's beyond kind and helpful. Russell is an expert in Real Estate and has the years of experience and accolades to prove it! Guided me on the right path and provided more than I could have hoped for. Highly recommend!!
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3 months ago
Reviewed by Lien Vuong
Russell is the quintessential investor agent. Having investment experience himself and intimate knowledge of the DC area and its metros, he expertly helps guide clients to whatever products you need for your goals. I trust to refer him to clients of mine in the region and know that he can execute with their best interest in mind.
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3 months ago
Reviewed by Ned Carey
I Have worked with Russell and his team on two properties. In both cases I was extreemly pleased with the way he handled the deals. He was prompt, professional, gave great advice, and used great strategies to market and get the best price for me. If you are in the greater DC area there is no better agent to work with. If you are in the Baltimore area his team meber Sara Frank is also great to work with. She was the boots on the ground for both of these sales. I recomend them both highly
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3 months ago
Reviewed by Darrell Bratton
I have worked with Russell and have learned a lot from him. He has taught me about macro-economic trends and provided rental price information so that I can make an informed decision. I highly recommend him for anyone looking to Buy and Hold, BRRRR, or flip in the DMV. Dr. Darrell Bratton
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3 months ago
Reviewed by Matthew Harbeson
Great market knowledge and expert negotiator. Knows the value inside and out in terms of neighborhoods, price points, and rentability. Also an excellent resource for detailed market specific info on DC/MD real estate considerations. Nice to work with a fellow investor.
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3 months ago
Reviewed by Bryan Malonga
Highly recommended working with Russell! He is very knowledgeable about real estate and the DC market. I could not have asked to work with a better agent.
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3 months ago
Reviewed by Alexander Felice
Extremely knowledgeable about transactions, the market, and the region. Russell is the perfect combo of being really easy to get along with but he also has an approach towards business that's both sophisticated and impressive. If you're in this market, he is the best possible person to work with.
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3 months ago
Reviewed by Lola Ajilore
I have worked with Russell on three property purchases since 2017 as well as referred him to many people with successful results. My first property was $300K, my second was $470K and my third was $2M. I mention these price points because my third purchase he brought to me off market as I was looking to do a 1031 exchange. He knew it was above my proposed budget but I had mentioned that I had a partner that would be interested in partnering with me for the right property. As a young looking black woman, it is rare for an agent not to prejudge or assume things based on how I present myself. I am grateful to be working with Russell as he is extremely knowledgeable, diligent and interested in helping all who come to him. I recommend him to everyone.
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3 months ago
Reviewed by Natalie Kolodij
Russel is one the most knowledgable agents I've worked with. He was able to walk me through questions on a previous property purchase where my prior agent didn't know the answers.
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3 months ago
Reviewed by Ned Carey
I have know Russel for a long time via my real estate investing experience. He is my go to guy for information about the current state of the market. He is a font of knowledge. I trust and respect him. He also happens to be a nice guy.
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3 months ago
Reviewed by Kyle Boyce
Russell is very personable and knowledgeable with real estate, especially in the DMV area. Our first time meeting, he was able to keep the conversation interesting & able to tell me what areas of the DMV are his favorites & why. He is honest, transparent, and driven. I strongly recommend him for all of your DMV real estate needs / concerns.
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3 months ago
Reviewed by Zach Goldman
Russell Brazil is extremely knowledgable and has been a great help in finding me the perfect home!
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5.0 stars
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3 months ago
Reviewed by Beth Traverso
Russell is a top-tier agent and highly skilled negotiator. His knowledge of properties for investment or otherwise is vast. His experience and local knowledge are invaluable. He is my go-to referral agent for the the greater DC area.
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3 months ago
Reviewed by Nat Rojas
Truly incredible the knowledge and service Russell has to offer! He's beyond kind and helpful. Russell is an expert in Real Estate and has the years of experience and accolades to prove it! Guided me on the right path and provided more than I could have hoped for. Highly recommend!!
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3 months ago
Reviewed by Brendan Lawrence
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3 months ago
Reviewed by Kevin Leahy
Russell guided me through buying a duplex house hack in Washington DC proper. He was very knowledgeable about the entire process, from putting together our offer to TOPA to the inspection through settlement. He also has a strong network of vendors to share with new homeowners. If you are investor-minded and are looking to compete in DC, I highly recommend working with Russell.
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3 months ago
Reviewed by Adeel Ahmed
Russell is a great agent, and being an investor he truly understands what investors are looking for. My transaction on my first investment property with Russell went flawlessly. Russell knows the market well and got us in the door with an offer that beat out competition on a bank owned property. Russell also helped me a great deal with advice on advertising and preparing the property for rent as well as tenant selection. Russell continues to discuss investments and educates me on rental property and markets even post transaction. I highly recommend Russell for anyone looking for an investment property in the DC metro area.
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3 months ago
Reviewed by James Harvey
We just moved into our new home in Springfield, VA and the whole process was seemless with Russell as our agent. We had tough-to-meet criteria and were coming from overseas but he set up a viewing-to-purchase timeline that allowed us to hit the ground running. I'll definitely be seeking his advice regarding investments in D.C. / NOVA.
reviewer image
3 months ago
Reviewed by James Harvey
We just moved into our new home in Springfield, VA and the whole process was seemless with Russell as our agent. We had tough-to-meet criteria and were coming from overseas but he set up a viewing-to-purchase timeline that allowed us to hit the ground running. I'll definitely be seeking his advice regarding investments in D.C. / NOVA.
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3 months ago
Reviewed by Nat Rojas
Truly incredible the knowledge and service Russell has to offer! He's beyond kind and helpful. Russell is an expert in Real Estate and has the years of experience and accolades to prove it! Guided me on the right path and provided more than I could have hoped for. Highly recommend!!
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3 months ago
Reviewed by Lien Vuong
Russell is the quintessential investor agent. Having investment experience himself and intimate knowledge of the DC area and its metros, he expertly helps guide clients to whatever products you need for your goals. I trust to refer him to clients of mine in the region and know that he can execute with their best interest in mind.
reviewer image
3 months ago
Reviewed by Ned Carey
I Have worked with Russell and his team on two properties. In both cases I was extreemly pleased with the way he handled the deals. He was prompt, professional, gave great advice, and used great strategies to market and get the best price for me. If you are in the greater DC area there is no better agent to work with. If you are in the Baltimore area his team meber Sara Frank is also great to work with. She was the boots on the ground for both of these sales. I recomend them both highly
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5.0 stars
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3 months ago
Reviewed by Darrell Bratton
I have worked with Russell and have learned a lot from him. He has taught me about macro-economic trends and provided rental price information so that I can make an informed decision. I highly recommend him for anyone looking to Buy and Hold, BRRRR, or flip in the DMV. Dr. Darrell Bratton
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5.0 stars
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3 months ago
Reviewed by Matthew Harbeson
Great market knowledge and expert negotiator. Knows the value inside and out in terms of neighborhoods, price points, and rentability. Also an excellent resource for detailed market specific info on DC/MD real estate considerations. Nice to work with a fellow investor.
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5.0 stars
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3 months ago
Reviewed by Bryan Malonga
Highly recommended working with Russell! He is very knowledgeable about real estate and the DC market. I could not have asked to work with a better agent.
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5.0 stars
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3 months ago
Reviewed by Alexander Felice
Extremely knowledgeable about transactions, the market, and the region. Russell is the perfect combo of being really easy to get along with but he also has an approach towards business that's both sophisticated and impressive. If you're in this market, he is the best possible person to work with.
reviewer image
5.0 stars
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3 months ago
Reviewed by Lola Ajilore
I have worked with Russell on three property purchases since 2017 as well as referred him to many people with successful results. My first property was $300K, my second was $470K and my third was $2M. I mention these price points because my third purchase he brought to me off market as I was looking to do a 1031 exchange. He knew it was above my proposed budget but I had mentioned that I had a partner that would be interested in partnering with me for the right property. As a young looking black woman, it is rare for an agent not to prejudge or assume things based on how I present myself. I am grateful to be working with Russell as he is extremely knowledgeable, diligent and interested in helping all who come to him. I recommend him to everyone.
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5.0 stars
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3 months ago
Reviewed by Natalie Kolodij
Russel is one the most knowledgable agents I've worked with. He was able to walk me through questions on a previous property purchase where my prior agent didn't know the answers.
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5.0 stars
|
3 months ago
Reviewed by Ned Carey
I have know Russel for a long time via my real estate investing experience. He is my go to guy for information about the current state of the market. He is a font of knowledge. I trust and respect him. He also happens to be a nice guy.
reviewer image
5.0 stars
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3 months ago
Reviewed by Kyle Boyce
Russell is very personable and knowledgeable with real estate, especially in the DMV area. Our first time meeting, he was able to keep the conversation interesting & able to tell me what areas of the DMV are his favorites & why. He is honest, transparent, and driven. I strongly recommend him for all of your DMV real estate needs / concerns.
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5.0 stars
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3 months ago
Reviewed by Zach Goldman
Russell Brazil is extremely knowledgable and has been a great help in finding me the perfect home!
reviewer image
5.0 stars
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3 months ago
Reviewed by Beth Traverso
Russell is a top-tier agent and highly skilled negotiator. His knowledge of properties for investment or otherwise is vast. His experience and local knowledge are invaluable. He is my go-to referral agent for the the greater DC area.
reviewer image
3 months ago
Reviewed by Nat Rojas
Truly incredible the knowledge and service Russell has to offer! He's beyond kind and helpful. Russell is an expert in Real Estate and has the years of experience and accolades to prove it! Guided me on the right path and provided more than I could have hoped for. Highly recommend!!
reviewer image
5.0 stars
|
3 months ago
Reviewed by Brendan Lawrence
reviewer image
5.0 stars
|
3 months ago
Reviewed by Kevin Leahy
Russell guided me through buying a duplex house hack in Washington DC proper. He was very knowledgeable about the entire process, from putting together our offer to TOPA to the inspection through settlement. He also has a strong network of vendors to share with new homeowners. If you are investor-minded and are looking to compete in DC, I highly recommend working with Russell.
reviewer image
3 months ago
Reviewed by Adeel Ahmed
Russell is a great agent, and being an investor he truly understands what investors are looking for. My transaction on my first investment property with Russell went flawlessly. Russell knows the market well and got us in the door with an offer that beat out competition on a bank owned property. Russell also helped me a great deal with advice on advertising and preparing the property for rent as well as tenant selection. Russell continues to discuss investments and educates me on rental property and markets even post transaction. I highly recommend Russell for anyone looking for an investment property in the DC metro area.
reviewer image
3 months ago
Reviewed by James Harvey
We just moved into our new home in Springfield, VA and the whole process was seemless with Russell as our agent. We had tough-to-meet criteria and were coming from overseas but he set up a viewing-to-purchase timeline that allowed us to hit the ground running. I'll definitely be seeking his advice regarding investments in D.C. / NOVA.
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5.0 stars
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a year ago
Reviewed by Nancy Jimenez
Russell is so selfless sharing his wealth of information and expertise. He has helped us purchase two homes (one rental and one primary) so far, and has served as a mentor to us new investors. We really feel like we lucked out in the Realestate agent pool, with the best. He has helped us with negotiations, with helping us see not only the good but also the possible issues in the future. We highly recommend Russell to anyone looking to purchase or sell their home or an investment property. He is the best.
reviewer image
5.0 stars
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a year ago
Reviewed by Zakiya Randall
Russell is an incredible agent! He was responsive, knowledgeable about the DMV area, and patient with a lot of my questions and inquiries. He even walked me through some investment strategies as I was looking through homes that I wanted to put an offer in on which is a double win. If you want to have a great and seamless buying experience when it comes to buying a house, you want to contact Russell.
reviewer image
5.0 stars
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a year ago
Reviewed by Alexander Petsopoulos
Russell was a spectacular agent for my wife's and my first home purchase!! Going above and beyond his responsibility as an agent, he also coached us through the investing process, providing guidance with respect to deal analysis, rental comps, tenant screening, home renovations, and strategy. He was 10 minutes early to every showing, and very patient with our indecisiveness :) I would 100% work with Russell again.
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5.0 stars
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a year ago
Reviewed by Shoshana Levenson
Russell was incredible to work with! As a first time homebuyer, I had a lot of questions. Russell had endless expertise and patience and helped guide me through each step of the process. Highly recommend working with him.
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5.0 stars
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2 years ago
Reviewed by Rahul Gurung
Russell was great in helping me find a home that met my requirements. He is very knowledgeable about the real estate market and the DMV area. I learned a lot from him during my home search. He was quick to act and respond to my questions. I believe I got a great deal on my home thanks to Russell. I highly recommend him.
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5.0 stars
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2 years ago
Reviewed by MLaw PlWa
Russell Brazil is an extremely knowledgeable, responsive and effective realtor and broker. More importantly, he knows the DC/MD/VA area inside and out. He knew the exact areas for us to invest in based on our price point and goals and is a great teacher for rookie investors. You will not make a mistake going with Russell.
reviewer image
5.0 stars
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2 years ago
Reviewed by Adeel Ahmed
Russell is an experienced professional with tremendous expertise in the DC Metro area market. He maintains a no pressure attitude and patiently works with his clients to find the right property across any price point, a client seeking a 150k condo will receive the same expertise, care and attention as someone purchasing a 750k home. His knowledge of the real estate market and finance are key to assisting his clients in making sound real estate decisions and more importantly, long term financial decisions. We have worked with Russell for many years and will continue to do so. Highly recommend him to anyone seeking a professional in this market, whether its a first time home buyer or an experienced investor.
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5.0 stars
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a year ago
Reviewed by Justin Brady
I'll admit I am not a client of Russell's, but We have frequented real estate meetings together. I've known him for years and consider him a friend. While I can't speak to his "service" I can speak to him as a person. If his real estate services are even a quarter as good as he is a person, you're in GREAT hands!

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