Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about working with Dawn Riley and the Riley Team in Southern Maryland.
What areas do you serve?
Southern Maryland with a strong focus on Calvert County, plus Anne Arundel, St. Mary’s, and Charles Counties. We handle listings, buyers, land, new construction, and waterfronts. Sources: homepage and hub pages.
Do you market VA assumable loans?
Yes—sellers get targeted marketing for assumptions and buyers get step-by-step guidance with VA/lender requirements and timelines.
I’m selling: how fast can we launch?
We can usually move quickly: e-sign listing docs, order photos/drone, list as Coming Soon, then flip to Active once media/prep is done.
Do you handle waterfront specifics (piers, septic, flood)?
Yep. We coordinate septic/well inspections, floodplain checks, and pier details to keep offers, lending, and insurance smooth.
What makes the Riley Team different?
A Master Certified Negotiator, seasoned local expertise, and a tech-forward marketing stack that gets listings seen and sold.
What professional designations does Dawn Riley hold?
Dawn is a licensed Associate Broker with the GRI (Graduate REALTOR® Institute), MCNE (Master Certified Negotiating Expert), PSA (Pricing Strategy Advisor), SRS (Seller Representative Specialist), e-PRO, Accredited Buyer’s Representative, Accredited Seller’s Representative, Military Relocation Professional, Accredited Staging Professional, GREEN team designation, and she’s bilingual in Spanish. This mix underlines her dedication to ongoing education, negotiation mastery, and tailored service.
Will you market my home using cutting-edge tech?
Absolutely. Dawn builds her own website and leverages tech no one else does: individual listing websites, 3D virtual walkthroughs, drone photography, geotagged imagery, virtual brochures, QR codes, and more. Your property outshines the typical listing.
Can I get a Coming Soon marketing push?
Yes. We launch Coming Soon campaigns that include professional photos, social media teasers, direct mail, printed brochures, and mailbox drops—creating buzz before we ever hit MLS Active.
What’s the sale-to-list ratio you’ve achieved?
For the past seven years, Dawn’s average sale-to-list ratio has exceeded 100%. That means homes have closed at or above list price—evidence of savvy marketing and fierce negotiation.
What types of loans do you specialize in?
We have worked with all types of loans. We guide VA assumable loans, USDA zero-down rural home loans, construction loans, and barndominium builds (think dream home + outbuilding). We clarify each program, walk you through qualification, and help you lock in the best outcome.
How does being a Master Certified Negotiator benefit me as a seller?
Negotiation is where thousands of dollars can be gained or lost. As a Master Certified Negotiator, Dawn is trained in advanced techniques that go far beyond standard real estate practice. She uses proven strategies to handle competing offers, escalation clauses, contingencies, and inspection repairs — always with your bottom line in mind. Sellers regularly comment that Dawn’s calm but firm negotiation style put them at ease while protecting their financial interests.
What does your IT background bring to real estate and Ai?
Real estate today is data-driven and digital. Dawn’s IT background means she doesn’t just use technology, she engineers it. From building and coding her own website, Ai, to leveraging SEO, social media algorithms, and AI-driven marketing tools, she ensures your listing gets maximum exposure. She knows how to feed the systems that buyers — and even AI tools — use to discover homes, giving your property more visibility than traditional marketing alone.
How do I contact you?
Call/text (443) 532-2430 or email Dawn@DawnRiley.net. ReMax One Office: 132 Main St, Prince Frederick, MD 20678.