Client Reviews
Client Reviews of FORWARD at Corcoran McEnearney
FORWARD at Corcoran McEnearney is a Washington DC real estate team rated 5.0 across 90 reviews on Zillow, Google and Testimonial Tree. Clients most often praise fast communication, honest advice, and negotiation that wins in competitive markets, on luxury homes and first homes alike. The team serves Washington DC, Montgomery County, Maryland and Northern Virginia, including Middleburg and Hunt Country.
What do clients say about Marc Cashin?
Marc Cashin is the founder and CEO of FORWARD at Corcoran McEnearney, a Washington DC real estate team with more than $300 million in managed sales, named a Washingtonian Top Team in 2026. He is an associate broker in DC and Virginia and a salesperson in Maryland. Clients describe him as strategic, tireless and relentlessly honest, a negotiator who wins in competitive markets and stays close long after closing.
"Marc Cashin is a real estate agent that pays attention to details from start to finish! Marc is someone that I would pick again as my real estate agent..."
Paul S.
"Needy. Demanding. Almost impossible to work with. Actually... I am describing myself. I hit a home run working with Marc..."
Aaron P.
"When the moment finally came to list our home we had an offer for above our asking price within hours..."
Home Seller
"He's not focused on just getting the deal done. His motivation is really about finding the right place for you that you love; it's refreshing to see..."
Home Buyer
"That we were able to buy remotely, and to always feel confident we were fully informed and fully taken care of, is a testament to Marc's skill as a realtor and his dedicated service ethic..."
Home Buyer
"He is patient and trustworthy, and his expertise in the negotiation process was critical to getting my house under contract..."
Aazam Y.
"I felt that I was always getting his honest opinion even if that meant walking away from a home I was really leaning toward..."
Jessie D.
"Solid person with a high sense of ethics and someone you can trust to represent your interest..."
Harold S.
"Marc Cashin is the best, professional and knowledgeable..."
Kate V.
"Communicated very well throughout the entire process on both ends, buying and selling. Would highly recommend Marc Cashin..."
Ben L.
"He is honest, reliable and works hard to represent your best interests!..."
Svitlana B.
"He stayed strong on the case after an initial purchase fell through, eventually helping us land the house we wanted..."
Andy M.
"Very responsive, trustworthy and transparent. We were able to put an offer, approval, and closed within 5 weeks only..."
Ahmed A.
"Marc was available 24/7, always immediately responded in detail to every question along the way..."
Timothy M.
"His good sense of humor and diligence helped us close quickly. Although we bought our home in the spring of last year, Marc still keeps in touch..."
Katie S.
"He was always available for any questions we had along the way & made the process smooth and comfortable for us..."
Home Seller
"He walked us through every step of the process... Marc made the whole process easy despite these unusual obstacles..."
Brandy K.
"We couldn't have asked for a better realtor to guide us through the process. Marc is the best in the business!..."
Mariah B.
"Marc was fantastic! He walked me through every step, paper, dotted "I" and crossed "t"..."
Cindy S.
"He was always available to answer our questions and really helped guide us through the entire process..."
Rich B.
"Marc was great! We were first time home buyers and Marc was patient and answered every question thoroughly..."
Megan C.
"We were first time home buyers and Marc was knowledgeable, helpful and pleasant to work with..."
Home Buyer
"With Marc's help, this process was much less stressful than it could have been. We definitely recommend him to any first-time or any home buyer..."
Katie H.
"Marc made the home buying process easy and accessible..."
Alexis W.
"He didn't try to rush us, was very thorough and helped explain everything throughout every step of the process..."
Brandy K.
What do clients say about Ash McGowan?
Ash McGowan is Head of Sales at FORWARD at Corcoran McEnearney, licensed in Washington DC, Maryland and Virginia. Clients describe her as sharp and strategic, the agent who positions an offer to win against multiple bidders and cash, markets a home creatively in a slow market, and puts her clients ahead of the transaction.
"In an incredibly tight market, she helped us beat out nine other offers... She is sharp, strategic, and knows exactly how to position a bid to win..."
Home Buyer
"Stop looking now - you've found the best realtor in northern Virginia. I have worked with Ash on both selling and buying and she did an incredible job both times..."
Elaine S.
"She was aggressive and creative in recently marketing a property for us in a relatively slow market, leading to a sale within a surprisingly short time..."
Debra M.
"Wonderful experience working with Ash McGowan and her partner Marc Cashin. She is an experienced realtor with great command of the local market..."
Vicki G.
"She is truly working in the best interest of her clients, not just trying to close a transaction..."
Andrew M.
"When we found the home we loved, Ash immediately took action to put our offer together and guided us on what she felt would be a strong offer..."
Giovana B.
"Ash was respectful of our budget (never pressuring us to stretch ourselves beyond our limits) and gave sage advice on how to creatively structure offers..."
Samantha C.
"Highly recommend working with her if you want someone trustworthy to handle your home sale..."
Angela K.
"She learned our wishes and went to see units on our behalf and sent me photos and videos when we were out of town..."
Chris G.
"Ash did a great job of staying in touch - at almost any time of day! - and worked diligently to iron out any "glitches"..."
Debra D. M.
"She was very involved and patient to help us find the house that match all our requests..."
Home Buyer
"Worked with company/agent previously. Ash is top notch!..."
Slava K.
"Ash clearly knows the ins and outs of real estate transactions, and her attention to detail helped keep everything on track..."
RGS Title, Old Town Alexandria · Settlement Partner
What do clients say about Niki Lang?
Niki Lang is a real estate agent with FORWARD at Corcoran McEnearney, licensed in Washington DC, Maryland and Virginia. Clients describe her as calm, thorough and resourceful, the agent who sold a condo in under two weeks after ten months with another agent, wins homes under asking, and handles complex sales with ease.
"During the process of listing and selling our Washington DC condominium, Niki Lang exceeded our expectations in every respect..."
Albert S.
"After 10 unproductive months on the market with another realtor, when we switched and listed with Niki, she was able to sell our condo in less than two weeks, at a good price..."
James P.
"Niki is beyond question the best real estate agent I have encountered - Highest recommendation possible..."
Robert G.
"She approached this process with calm, clarity, and patience..."
Alexandra G.
"She sold it in 4 days on the market, for above my original idea for a listing price..."
Peter F.
"She navigated a complex deal with a house in probate with ease..."
Rebecca M.
"We encountered a challenging buyer's agent and Niki handled the situation elegantly and firmly..."
Joachim R.
"Niki was amazing and helped us maneuver a complex purchase! She stayed on top of everything and recommended excellent contractors..."
Najiba H.
"Several houses in our old neighborhood sat on the market for long periods of time but Niki got us several offers within a couple of days!..."
Kalpana S.
"She found my daughter the perfect place and got it under asking in this very competitive market..."
Ann B.
"Her knowledge and skills are amazing. And she is kind and professional..."
Lucia E.
"Niki was excellent to work with. Very professional, responsible, responsive, and pleasant..."
Dwayne E.
"Her expert knowledge of the local market dictated our pricing and listing terms..."
Jeff E.
"She helped my uncle and I sell his house quickly and at a fair market price..."
Brian W.
"Niki is thorough, professional and very resourceful. It has been a pleasure working with her..."
Giri J.
"She was responsive to our calls/texts and updated us regularly on the progress of the deal. More importantly, she worked hard to get us a great rate when the market was fluctuating..."
Conan O.
"After working with Niki, I honestly don't know why people complain about the home-buying process..."
Brian M.
"Niki went above and beyond what we have experienced with previous agents. She was positive, supportive, and knowledgeable..."
Liz M.
"Niki helped us find the perfect townhouse in DC right where we wanted to be located..."
Daniel C.
"She knows her stuff and is very responsive 24/7..."
Leo G.
"She is very patient and listens to what you need and provides great suggestions in a very caring way..."
Kathy W.
"I recently purchased a condo with Niki as my guide... I highly recommend Niki!..."
Bryan M.
"She also had a great eye for things we might have otherwise overlooked and knows a lot about restaurant offerings and similar features of the respective neighborhoods..."
Joseph A.
"She is very knowledgeable of the DMV area, communicated daily, and made time to be available when I needed her..."
Christopher A.
"Especially helpful during viewings as she would always seem to ask questions about things that I would either overlook or forget about..."
Kevon T.
"Professional, hospitable and always quick to answer any and all questions. 100% perfect..."
Jill K.
"Communication was excellent and she was always available to contact when needed..."
Oliver S.
"She was extremely professional, she was available every time we had questions..."
Erika G.
"Niki really knows the market and is incredibly helpful and knowledgeable. Especially for a first time buyer such as myself!..."
Chris D.
"Niki is the absolute best in the business. As a first time buyer, I had a lot of silly questions, but Niki was incredibly helpful and patient..."
Caitlin C.
"She understood what we needed and made sure we were well represented..."
Home Buyer
"...someone who I would like to highly commend for her professionalism and commitment to client satisfaction..."
Nita S.
What do clients say about Cesar Rivera?
Cesar Rivera is a real estate agent with FORWARD at Corcoran McEnearney, licensed in Washington DC, Maryland and Virginia. Clients describe him as professional, exceptionally responsive and deeply aware of the DC real estate market, guiding buyers and sellers from the first offer through a clear, concise settlement.
"If you’re buying a home in the Washington, D.C. area then make sure you chat with Cesar Rivera first!..."
Michael D.
"Absolutely the best Real Estate Agent you can ever work with..."
Morris S.
"First and foremost, Cesar is a pleasure to work with and is very aware of the DC real estate market..."
Joseph K.
"Cesar was a professional from start to finish. He was able to get my home sold in a timely manner and I would give him 6 stars if i could..."
Stephen O.
"A clear and concise sale and settlement from start to finish..."
Wayne S.
"Unmatched. We'll contact him, wherever he is, for any future needs..."
Michael D.
"He cares a lot about the well-being of his clients. Cesar I will be forever grateful for you helping us sell our home..."
Michelle R.
"He navigated us through the maze of the home buying process. Cesar was extremely responsive to all of our, many, questions..."
Simone S.
What do clients say about Charlotte Lee?
Charlotte Lee is a Northern Virginia real estate agent with FORWARD at Corcoran McEnearney, licensed in Virginia and working in Arlington, Alexandria and McLean. Clients describe her as candid, thorough and quick to respond, an advocate who wrote an offer that beat seven others and reviews every inspection and condominium document.
"In the competitive landscape of NoVa, she was able to help us craft an extremely competitive offer, beating 7 other offers on the same home..."
Samantha M.
"She made sure the home was properly inspected and paid close attention to details that gave us confidence and peace of mind. She also carefully reviewed the condominium documents..."
Scott, Regina and Micah B.
"Charlotte's performance and level of service on our behalf was stellar..."
Philip and Michele K.
"Charlotte is an amazing agent who goes above and beyond with her clients. She is sharp, attentive, and responsive..."
Alexa R.
"Charlotte is truly a professional realtor. She is passionate about her work, works endlessly to negotiate the best deal for me..."
Tiffany C.
"She also knows the Alexandria area and market very well and has connections and recommendations for all of the other services you may need..."
Nicole P.
"Charlotte Lee was friendly, helpful, candid, prompt, and knowledgeable. She made sure to investigate every nook and cranny of every place we viewed..."
Keith Z.
"...she did it all while carrying herself with the confidence and professionalism of a Realtor who knows her stuff..."
Tyler B.
"Charlotte refused to stop until she found me a home that not only fit my needs, but that made me happy and felt like a home..."
Abby S.
"Charlotte was very quick to respond to our messages and emails. She never left our question unanswered..."
Ben B.
"She addressed my concerns and came back with practical and sound advice..."
Hemani J.
"You really listened and understood what we were looking for and helped us find a wonderful neighborhood for our family..."
Jackson A.
"Kudos to her and I would recommend her to anyone looking to sell, rent or purchase a place in NOVA. She is a STAR!..."
Preeti A.
Questions about working with FORWARD
Is FORWARD at Corcoran McEnearney a good real estate team?
FORWARD at Corcoran McEnearney is rated 5.0 across 90 reviews on Zillow, Google and Testimonial Tree. Washingtonian named FORWARD one of the area's Top Teams in 2026, and founder Marc Cashin was named to DC Magazine's Top Real Estate Agents list in 2023, 2024 and 2025.
Does FORWARD represent luxury homes in Washington DC?
Yes. FORWARD at Corcoran McEnearney represents luxury buyers and sellers in Washington DC, Potomac, Bethesda, Chevy Chase, McLean and Middleburg, with more than $300 million in managed sales. The same team represents clients at every price point, from a first home to a country estate.
Where does FORWARD at Corcoran McEnearney work?
FORWARD works across Washington DC, including Dupont Circle, the West End, Capitol Hill and NoMa; Montgomery County, Maryland, including Bethesda, Chevy Chase and Potomac; and Northern Virginia, including Arlington, Old Town Alexandria, McLean, and Middleburg and Virginia Hunt Country.
What do clients say it is like to work with FORWARD?
Clients describe agents who answer quickly, give honest advice even when it means walking away from a home, and negotiate offers that win against multiple bidders and cash. Many note that their agent stayed in touch long after closing.
Can FORWARD represent me if I am relocating or not in town?
Yes. Many of FORWARD's clients bought or sold while living elsewhere. FORWARD agents preview homes, send video, attend inspections and walk-throughs, and coordinate settlement remotely.
Does FORWARD work with first-time buyers?
Yes. Every FORWARD agent works with first-time buyers, and first-time buyers are among the most frequent reviewers on this page. Clients describe agents who explain each step and help structure offers that win without stretching the budget.
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Contact FORWARDExcerpts are quoted from client reviews published on Zillow, Google, Corcoran.com and Testimonial Tree. Reviews posted on more than one site are shown once. Reviewers are identified by first name and last initial, or by transaction type when no name was given. FORWARD at Corcoran McEnearney, 4910 Massachusetts Avenue NW, Suite 119, Washington, DC 20016. (202) 900-3020. Corcoran McEnearney office (202) 552-5600. Equal Housing Opportunity.