Derry Haws

What do Clients Say?

"Derry Haws demonstrated that she is more than just a real estate agent. She guided us through a major transition that involved selling our home in Washington and moving to California for a new position. This required quick decisions with little time to prepare. Yet she came up with a sound strategy to market the house in time for the summer peak in Washington real estate sales. No detail was too small. She recommended structural upgrades, landscaping enhancements and minor repairs to improve marketability of the property. She understood our constraints and was always careful to review every option without pressuring us one way or another. Once we decided on a plan, she was meticulous in the execution, ensuring that we attracted a good cross-section of potential buyers with several offers above our asking price. Her careful staging of the house and the montage of photographs made the property sparkle, so it truly stood out among the many similar properties in the neighborhood."  

Janet Miller- Client

"Derry masterfully assisted in selling our house in Georgetown in 2015. She is exceptionally professional, a top-notch communicator and a delightful collaborator. She knows DC's neighborhoods and buyer trends, navigates city government obstacles, and is available at all hours to solve problems. While most agents simply recommended repairs and improvements to our home, Derry made them happen. She sourced contractors, oversaw the work, and ensured quality and timeliness -- then arranged staging delivery and pickup! -- all of which accelerated the sales process and ensured we received the best price for our home."

Christopher Johnson-Client

"Derry has sold a property to me and she has recently rented a property for me - in both the sale and rental she was superb to work with. On the rental, she helped me prepare the property wisely for marketing; she marketed it actively and smartly. She was persistent and went way beyond what I ever would have asked throughout the entire process. In the end, the apartment rented in a short amount of time and at full asking price. In the closing of the rental she was meticulous (but not at all menacing!) in the details of the contract and very helpful to me in preparing the apartment so it met the needs of the new tenant. She was also very helpful to the new tenant - creating a nice working relationship between us all. On the property sale several years ago, Derry showed the same care in helping me close on the property and move in without headaches and hassles. The depth of service and concern she showed in that sale brought me back to her again for the rental property. "

Linda Bond-Client

"We met Derry through a mutual business associate. She assisted us with a rental property, which ultimately evolved into a sale. Derry handled all aspects that sale for the property in NW DC. While we reside in metro Atlanta, we had total peace of mind that every detail would be handled in a prompt and professional manner. In every instance, she was extremely responsive, patient, sensitive to our needs, and insightful as to potential strategies. Derry possesses an exceptional knowledge base in terms of the market and the process. However, if she did not have the answer for an issue, she could quickly obtain it through her Rolodex of contacts. This proved especially valuable for us, as there was an need for several contractors in order to complete our sale. We were completely satisfied with Derry, and would recommend her to anyone looking for assistance in selling, renting, or buying a home"

-B. St Pierre, Client

"I inherited a lovely property and needed expert help arranging for the disposition of its contents, analyzing whether to sell or rent based on all the market and other information a stellar agent can provide, identifying contractors and providers of the many services required to ready the property for sale or rent, ultimately vetting applicants wishing to rent. I have some experience buying and selling properties and dealing with a variety of real estate agents, but what I had to do this time was new to me. I never have felt so relieved as I was upon our first meeting. Pursuant to our telephone conversation a few days earlier Derry had prepared a package of resources for me that was invaluable. I was impressed by her professionalism, the contacts and relationships she had, her inspired ideas, her reliability and her availability. When I sell this or any property in Washington, DC I will offer the listing to Derry because I know and appreciate her command of the marketplace."

-Louise Eighmie Turner, Client

About Derry

Derry Haws is a great believer in always learning and adapting. Early in her career in film and television with the BBC she was taught that it was important to be able to work together in a positive professional way to achieve the very best outcome. Derry says the BBC taught her the meaning of the word excellence and launched her into a successful career as a freelance makeup artist, making up stars such as David Bowie in Labyrinth, Paul and Linda McCartney in several videos, The Rolling Stones, Queen, Heart, Stevie Nix, Diana Ross and many more during the age of the glamorous rock and roll videos.

Working under pressure, meeting deadlines and caring for people’s reputations are just as much a part of Derry’s experience as a Realtor® today as when she was a makeup artist.

Derry and her husband relocated from London to Georgetown in 1998 and remodeled their historic home on N street, so not only is she familiar with relocation first-hand but she completely understands and can advise on the process that is involved in remodeling historic homes. Derry’s international experience, keen ear for listening to her clients’ needs and keen eye for helping her clients visualize possibilities are just a few of the qualities that Derry brings to the table. She is passionate, caring, knowledgeable and professional and able to find creative solutions to challenges.

This past year has given her a sense of great pleasure as she provided each of her buyers or sellers a gift of a tree at settlement. As Derry says, "She likes to leave her clients smiling!"

As an agent who's an expert in Washington, Derry bring a wealth of knowledge and expertise about buying and selling real estate here. It's not the same everywhere, so you need someone you can trust for up-to-date information. Derry is eager to serve you. Here are some of the things I can do for you: