Residential Real Esate Agent Serving Sterling, Virginia

My name is
Achmaa, and I’m a Realtor with a diverse background.

About me

Local agent in Sterling Virginia with diverser background

Since 2005, I’ve been a licensed Realtor. Alongside my real estate career, I earned a bachelor's degree in civil engineering and a master's degree in Structural Engineering. I worked as a structural engineer for nearly a decade, designing multi-story hospital and emergency buildings. I’m also a home desginer/builder. Feel free to checkout my Professional Resume.

On a personal note, I’m a wife and mother of two young children. For leisure I like to go on family bike rides, go to local farms, and watch movies. My kids are currently into Miyazaki movies. It amazes me how many times they can watch the same movie with the same intensity! I love to listen to podcasts, watch movie or TV shows with my husband, and work on home renovation projects around my house.

Let’s connect if you live or moving to Sterling, Potomac Falls, or Sugarland Run. If you’re selling, I can help you strategize how to sell for the highest price in the shortest amount of time. If you’re buying, I can assist you in finding your ideal home!

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You can glimps into my real estate philosophy from what I share with my clients who are selling their home.

Residential Neighborhoods Served

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Cascades

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Potomac Lakes

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Sugarland

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Countryside

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20164

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Potomac Falls

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Algonkian

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Sterling

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20165

• Cascades • Potomac Lakes • Sugarland • Countryside • 20164 • Potomac Falls • Algonkian • Sterling • 20165

Professional Resume

  • May 2005 - Present | License number 0225092992

    Real Estate Agent at Fairfax Realty Select, 3190 Fairview Park Dr Falls Church, VA 22042

    For my sellers, I tailor my services to their budget and timeframe, prioritizing a smooth and profitable sale. I offer consultations on home improvements that maximize return with minimal spending. I guide them through staging their home and arrange professional photography. I present a comprehensive Comparative Market Analysis (CMA) report and walk them through estimated closing costs. I market their homes on multiple online platforms, hold open houses upon request, and present offers, providing support through every step until closing.​

  • May 2005 - Present | License number 0225092992

    Real Estate Agent at Fairfax Realty Select, 3190 Fairview Park Dr Falls Church, VA 22042

    For my buyers, I help distinguish between their needs and wants, ensuring prudent financial decisions. I guide them on budgeting and recommend the best lenders. When we find their ideal home, I use market analysis to advise on the purchase price and help craft a compelling purchase offer. I provide comprehensive support from the initial search to moving into their new home, ensuring they feel confident and informed at every step.

  • June 2014 – February 2022 | License number 0402058106

    Structural Engineer at Walter P Moore, Consulting Engineers Firm

    I’m a licensed professional engineer in Virginia. When I worked at Walter P Moore, I designed mainly high-risk category, multi-story buildings including patient towers, hospitals with emergency room (ER) and specialty diagnosis departments. Some of the projects include UVA Health University Hospital Expansion in
    Charlottesville, Virginia, MUSC Jenkins Children’s Hospital / Tourville Women’s Pavilion in
    Charleston, South Carolina, and VCU Health Adult Outpatient Pavilion in Richmond, Virginia.

  • May 2004 – Present

    Home Designer and Builder, Self Employed

    I built two two-story single-family homes and renovated multiple of them in Northern Virginia. Building, renovating, fixing, and making improvements to houses brings me joy. I believe I inherited my carpentry skills from my grandfather who was a master carpenter and built custom wood houses decades ago in the countryside with limited tools and resources.

  • Market Analysis  | ​​Problem-solving | Home Improvements  | Budget Planning | Communication​  | Negotiating  | ​​Marketing​  | Staging

  • Virginia Polytechnic Institute
    and State University in Blacksburg Virginia - Virginia Tech

    B.A. in Civil Engineering 

    M.S. in Structural Engineering

  • Northern Virginia Association of Realtors, NVAR

What Achmaa’s Clients are Saying

  • “This is my third time working with Achmaa for buying and selling my home. Even though I've done this before, Achmaa explained every step of the process again, considering current market conditions, and kept me updated on trends and new ideas. Her strategic thinking, resourcefulness, and negotiating skills are impressive. Most recently we finally found a house we loved and got an amazing deal thanks to Achmaa’s negotiating the deal for us. Buying a house in this hot market was challenging! Each time Achmaa showed us a house, she always pointed out both the positives and negatives of each property and neighborhood. She even shared resources to check noise levels from street traffic and airplanes flying above. I always feel like I'm taking a crash course in real estate when I'm with Achmaa, which made me confident to make the best decisions for myself. Every time I worked with her, I feel more educated and informed. Achmaa’s dedication makes me feel like her top priority. I highly recommend her to all my friends and family. Thank you, Achmaa, for your exceptional service once again!”

    Anna V

  • "I bought my house over a decade ago as a fixer-upper and worked on it little by little. Recently, I sold it with Achmaa’s help. I thought it was market-ready, but when Achmaa came to consult, she offered invaluable insights into what buyers in my price range were looking for. She suggested rearranging furniture and repainting a couple of rooms—simple changes that made a huge impact. Achmaa's professional photographer showcased all my hard work beautifully. She also included the improvements in a booklet as part of our marketing. Achmaa didn’t oversell or undersell—she did exactly what I hoped a professional agent would do and, in some cases, exceeded my expectations. And best of all, I sold my house for the price I aimed for, with terms that perfectly aligned with my housing needs.” 

    Naran S

  • “I sold my home with the help of Achmaa, and I couldn't be happier with the process. From the start, Achmaa showcased her deep knowledge of the local market and gave invaluable advice on preparing my home for sale, while also thoroughly explaining the financial details. She even prepared us emotionally for the journey ahead. She cared for our house as if her own and it felt like she was selling her own home. Her dedication to securing the best price made us feel like a true team. Achmaa was always available for any questions, and her recommendations before listing proved essential. Thanks to Achmaa’s effort, my home was sold in a few days and for a price that exceeded my expectations. I’m so grateful for her guidance. Highly recommended!”

    Urtaa L

  • “We worked with Achmaa to sell the house we had lived in for over a decade. During our initial meeting, she took the time to discuss our financial goals and how much effort we were willing to put into improving and fixing the house to maximize its value. We opted for a challenging but financially rewarding route, and Achmaa was there to support us every step of the way, providing feedback, resources, and frequent check-ins. Once the house was ready, we were amazed by the transformation, beautifully captured in her marketing materials. We were proud of our work and confident in our asking price, which Achmaa helped us to determine with her detailed market analysis. We sold our house and are thrilled with the financial outcome. If you believe your home could be more valuable, I highly recommend working with Achmaa. She has the eye, the resources, and the problem-solving skills to get the best outcome. More importantly, she genuinely wants the best for you and is there to support you throughout the process. Good luck!”

    Crystal S