Director of Emotional Support, Team mascot
The member of the team who has dedicated her entire life to countering stress with unconditional love!
Saba loves bringing joy and peace to peoples lives. It is her designed calling. She can often be seen visiting agents in their offices throughout the market center in downtown McLean. Also available for in-home emotional support visits by request !!
When Saba is home you will usually find her running through the woods, swimming in the creek, sleeping in the sun, or snuggling with her family.
Co-Founder, Associate Broker
A career Real Estate professional in her THIRD DECADE of business! Lisa is a respected industry leader, having earned awards in her roles as Regional Vice President, Managing Broker, and Agent.
Lisa has guided clients through everything you can imagine. – she has the wisdom to conquer obstacles that threaten your transaction. A life-long entrepreneur, she has been a real estate investor since 1994. After graduating from SDSU with a degree in Marketing and Advertising she honed her marketing skills representing clients such as the City of San Diego and the Olympic training center in Chula Vista CA. She found her life’s passion in 1999 and became a Realtor. She has been licensed in 5 different states, gathering client success stories in high-end boutique luxury markets, leading multiple #1 offices, and running regions for multi-billion-dollar companies. Lisa and Brett have been married 30+ years and have 2 amazing adult sons. In Lisa you have found an unmatched mentor, protector, and guide.
When not leading in the office or working with clients, Lisa loves spending time with neighbors and loved ones, and also expressing her creative gifts by throwing pottery, getting her hands dirty gardening, and singing to all kinds of music.
Co-Founder, Realtor
With over 20 years of experience in the real estate industry as investor, contractor, back office, and agent this passionate expert is beyond prepared to help you with your home buying and selling needs across the Capitol Region.
Brett’s approach to serving clients comes from his 25-year background as a US Navy pilot and before that growing up as a commercial fisherman in the family business, and being a life-long Eagle Scout. This translates to a culture of honor and integrity, tireless effort on your behalf, plus dedication to the highest ethical standards and expertise in your complex journey of buying and selling a home. Clients love his unmatched negotiation skills honed serving on The Hill, and his detailed analyses that will help you make great decisions with confidence and keep you away from financial missteps. Coupled with his gregarious love for life and his mentoring heart, when you choose to work with Brett you are choosing a REALTOR who believes in commitment, integrity, and success.
Brett enjoys working with his hands, cooking HUGE meals for dinner parties, competitive shooting, and doing life with people of all ages as a mentor and guide. He and Lisa spent many years leading the Preparing for Marriage ministry at their church, coaching engaged couples and mentoring the team of married coach couples.
Social Media, Marketing, Administrative Assistant
He only looks like he is twelve LOL!! Jeremiah uses his creative gift to bring an amazing and insightful approach to getting our listings maximum attention on all channels.
Jeremiah takes on the exciting role doing all of the Social Media and Digital Marketing. With a background in social media management, entrepreneurship, and administrative tasks, he brings fresh ideas and strategic plans to increase brand awareness. Jeremiah's main focus is supporting client goals by constantly enhancing LAB Realty Group’s online presence and engaging with the community. His dedication to detail and creativity makes him a valuable asset as he helps the LAB Realty Group thrive in the digital landscape.
In his spare time, "The Bullfrog" (as we like to call him) enjoys traveling and taking road trips to explore. Podcasts and music are another passion he pursues to satisfy his endless quest for knowledge.
Transaction Manager
A veteran of the real estate industry with huge amounts of experience in operations and transaction management
The Contract-to-Close phase (aka Escrow Period) is where the most risk is introduced to real estate transactions. Melissa has all your details on lock down! You will spend significant amount of time appreciating how she sees things that are not yet problems, and then helps you avoid them. Melissa has been a passionate part of the real estate industry since 2014. She has assisted in closing well over 500 successful transactions. “What we do is important. I never underestimate the value of this work. I understand that for most people, buying or selling a home is one of the most important personal decisions, and possibly the largest financial decision they’ll ever make. It is my main concern to tailor each sale to the individual needs of each of my clients, buyers and sellers, in order to make this process as easy and stress-free as possible."
When Melissa is at home you might find her watching Food Network and either planning a new recipe creation or dreaming of her next foodie excursion with her partner, Jon.
Melissa is part of our Real Advantage Transaction Management team
Listing Manager
Liesl's experience in real estate began in 2017. Since then, she has worked as a Transaction Coordinator and a Listing Coordinator assisting in 100+ closings per year in Virginia, Maryland, and DC. Liesl believes providing excellent customer service to everyone involved in any transaction is of utmost importance and attention to detail is a priority when assisting in helping someone buy or sell a home. It’s one of the biggest decisions someone will make in a lifetime, so being able to work with someone who is trustworthy, reliable, and knowledgeable is key.
In her spare time, Liesl enjoys spending time with her husband, her daughter, and their many fur babies. She also enjoys kickboxing, traveling, and baking.
Liesl is part of our Real Advantage Transaction Management team