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Johnette Barham

I’m a self-proclaimed lover of all things real estate, having been bitten by the real estate bug more than 10 years ago with the purchase of my first fixer-upper investment property. Today as a Realtor®, I continue to fuel this passion by helping buyers, sellers, and investors navigate real estate transactions and achieve their goals.

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1436 CHAPIN STREET NW #F, WASHINGTON

$969,000

502 EDGEWOOD STREET NE #2, WASHINGTON

$859,000

1429 5TH STREET NW, WASHINGTON

$1,595,000

615 IRVING STREET NW #2, WASHINGTON

$965,000

1451 GIRARD STREET NW #2, WASHINGTON

$625,000

503 RANDOLPH STREET NW, WASHINGTON

$1,099,000

3916 13TH STREET NE, WASHINGTON

$1,995,000

301 GALLATIN STREET NW, WASHINGTON

$1,299,990

4508 SOUTH DAKOTA AVENUE NE, WASHINGTON

$629,900

1420 MICHIGAN AVENUE NE, WASHINGTON

$795,000

611 TOTTEN MEWS NE, WASHINGTON

$675,000

1410 S STREET NW #1, WASHINGTON

$1,299,900

4200 12TH STREET NE, WASHINGTON

$700,000

1321 BELMONT STREET NW, WASHINGTON

$900,000

2913 GEORGIA AVENUE NW, WASHINGTON

$985,000

1710 3RD NE, WASHINGTON

$979,000

124 TODD PLACE NE, WASHINGTON

$799,000

2363 CHAMPLAIN STREET NW #3, WASHINGTON

$789,900

226 S STREET NE, WASHINGTON

$1,150,000

1444 FLORIDA AVENUE NW, WASHINGTON

$1,595,000

1237 EMERSON STREET NE, WASHINGTON

$714,999

1664 EUCLID STREET NW #B, WASHINGTON

$699,000

1934 11TH STREET NW, WASHINGTON

$750,000

1867 PARK ROAD NW #1, WASHINGTON

$669,900

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REAL ESTATE SERVICES

This isn’t just a job for me, it’s my life. What drives me is helping you realize your goals and I'm always eager to address and prioritize the things you are looking to achieve. Bottom line, I'm here to help guide you to the best opportunities, and not just what’s most convenient.

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Testimonials

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Johnette's professional background includes sales and project management in the pharmaceutical and biotech industries, and she possesses an MBA in International Business from George Washington University. As a fun fact, she spent a brief period of her early career as a celebrity personal assistant and assistant road manager to the legendary late Aretha Franklin, which she credits for her current ability to remain calm and focused with the most exacting clients.

This was my first time purchasing a property. I found Johnette to be very knowledgeable and able to offer good advice. She was very understanding, receptive to my needs, and easy to communicate with. Her ability to analyze comps was my favorite aspect about working with her. I appreciate that she spent so much time researching the neighborhoods and sharing information via video chat (even for hours at a time).

We actually met Johnette by happenstance when we found a house that we were interested in and she fit us perfectly in her style and attention to our needs. She is friendly, personable and ended up feeling like family to us. She was efficient in her job at helping us purchase our home and met all of our needs.

She is caring and most of all so passionate about what she does. Through out the process she always kept us informed, which is very comforting for first time home buyers. Now our boys have a wonderful home to grow up in.

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REAL ESTATE TIPS AND LOCAL LIFESTYLE INSIGHTS

Your experience living in the DC metro is about more than your address. It’s about how you live, from where to dine to the nearest spa and everything in between. The Blog and Lifestyle section is devoted to valuable insights that will not only help you make smart buying and selling decisions, but will help you live your best local life.

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live.dwell.dmv Last week was the TTR Sotheby’s annual holiday party and a such blast was had!! 🥂 I’m normally the photo snapping queen 📸 but I was having so much fun that I didn’t get as many as planned. Great seeing colleagues I don’t get to see often and meeting new ones 💙 💙💙 #ttrsir #holidayseason @movewithtianni #agentsofinstagram #sothebysagent
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live.dwell.dmv Had a wonderful time celebrating the Maryland Black Chamber of Commerce (MBCC) at their 10th-anniversary gala last night. It was inspiring to see so many local entrepreneurs recognized and to support an organization that truly works to educate and advocate for businesses across the African and Caribbean diaspora throughout Maryland. Nice reconnecting with MBCC President and CEO Ken White again and meeting other amazing folks from the MBCC team and local business community 🤎 #mbcc #communitysupport #galaseason
live.dwell.dmv Part 2: Interior Setup & Smart Documentation 🛋️ Furnish Thoughtfully Diplomats need move-in ready homes, so offering your home fully-furnished is a must. Opt for clean, modern finishes and high-quality, like-new furniture to stand out. 🛠️ Clarify Repairs Upfront Define who handles routine vs. emergency maintenance before move-in to avoid confusion later. 📝 Get Coverage + Stay Organized Update your homeowners insurance for diplomatic use and keep clear records of all lease docs and communication. Stay tuned for part 3 where I’ll cover security, and international tenant considerations. 🚨 Have a furnished 2BR high-rise in Adams Morgan or nearby? I have an immediate need for a diplomatic client. Guaranteed rent and 2-3yr lease! Budget: up to $4K/mo. DM me! 🤳🏽 #livedwelldmv #dmvrealtor #diplomatichousing #diplomats #dcrealestate
live.dwell.dmv Renting housing to diplomats can be a rewarding landlord strategy. Benefits include: ✔️ Guaranteed rent ✔️ Long lease terms ✔️ Professional tenants As a realtor experienced in working with diplomats & foreign missions, I help landlords navigate this process. In this 3-part series, I’ll share my top tips to help make your property embassy-ready. Be sure to save this post and follow along 📌 Part 1: What Embassies Look For First—Lease, Location & Logistics 📄 Lease Flexibility Diplomatic leases usually run 2–4yrs. Early-out clauses are req’d but rarely exercised. Flexibility makes your home a top choice for repeat embassy rentals. 🚗 Location + Lifestyle Diplomats desire properties within 20 mins of their embassy. Solo diplomats prefer newer high-rise condos while families need detached homes in quiet n’hoods. 🏠 Hire a Property Manager Embassy tenants expect quick, professional support. Hiring a property mgr will cover this base & mean less stress for you. Stay tuned for part 2 where I’ll cover getting your interior and documentation in order. 🚨 Have a furnished 2BR in Adams Morgan or nearby? I have an immediate need for a 3yr embassy lease. Budget: up to $4K/mo. DM me if interested in this OR a future lease oppty 🤳🏽 #livedwelldmv #dmvrealtor #diplomatictenants #dcmetrorealestate
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@goliathpremiumtees Awww! Thanks Ed! 🙏🏽❤️
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