Washingtonian Newsletter

The September Issue:
Proud Husband and Business Partner Moment

Dear friends-

When I was younger, I had dream of marrying a supermodel like Cindy Crawford, but never imagined I would actually marry a cover girl—until now. Seeing my wife, Sara, on the cover of a magazine as prestigious as Washingtonian is truly incredible. It is both exciting and terribly gratifying to know others will get to see her “magic”. There is, however, so much more to Sara than this two-dimensional image. She's an MBA, a fantastic mom of twins, deeply involved in her community, and a world-class realtor representing her clients zealously. Her altruism is matched only by her skill as a negotiator—I can rarely win a debate at home, so just imagine what she achieves for her real estate clients. 

Sara is the complete package, both in business and in life, and I am incredibly proud to have her as my partner in both. And now, the best part of going to the grocery store is seeing Sara look back at me, reminding me to get eggs and milk—but also reminding me how terribly grateful that I get to call her wife and business partner every day!

Warmly,
Arash

P.S. Click here to see our kids' reaction to seeing Sara on the cover!

// NAR LAWSUIT & 
BUYER REPRESENTATION //

A North Bethesda home we secured for our clients this week!

Buyer representation is more important than ever! We recently helped our clients win over eight other offers, including a cash offer. You may have heard about the upcoming practice changes by the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR), and our goal is to simplify the two key changes that went into effect on August 17.

1) Every buyer represented by a NAR-affiliated agent is now required to sign a Buyer Representation Agreement formalizing the relationship between the buyer and broker before touring properties.

2) Buyer’s agent compensation can no longer be advertised on the MLS. Compensation has to be advertised, offered, and negotiated outside of the MLS.This can be done through phone, email, or in-person conversations with the listing agent.

Together, we will navigate the changes to rules and regulations in our industry while continuing to provide the same exceptional service we always have.

// August Birthday - Our Twins Turn 7 //

We can't believe Rumi and River turned 7 this month! Time has flown by, and we still remember the first day we brought them home when they were so tiny! Watching them grow over the years has been an incredible journey filled with joy, laughter, and countless cherished memories. As we celebrate this milestone, we're excited to see what the future holds for the kiddos! Here's to many more years of love, adventure, and unforgettable moments together! Happy Birthday R&R!

CURATED JUST FOR YOU!

What We're Reading: The Women 

The Women by Kristin Hannah has not only captured the #1 spot on both the Washington Post and New York Times best-seller lists for weeks, but it has also captivated the attention of readers nationwide, including myself. My neighbors, both avid readers, also highly recommended it, calling it one of the best books they've read this year.

Set in 1965, the story follows a young woman who enlists as an army nurse to join her older brother in the Vietnam War. The novel vividly depicts the war and its aftermath on both the nurses and veterans. It’s a gripping page-turner about love, loss, friendship, during one of the most turbulent eras in American history.

Order here!

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Sara Azani &
Arash Shirazi

REALTORS®
M: 240.938.6640
M: 202.365.1899
sara.azani@compass.com
arash.shirazi@compass.com
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Office: 301-298-1001

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