About Chris Handy and Associates

Founded in 1999 by Chris Handy, Chris Handy & Associates is a team of like minded, highly professional Real Estate brokers, agents and administrative staff. We pool our collective talents to deliver an unsurpassed level of personal and professional service to our clients. With over 10 years serving the Real Estate needs of buyers and sellers in Rockville, Gaithersburg, Darnestown, North Potomac, Potomac, Bethesda, Chevy Chase, N.W, Washington DC and Northern VA, we work tirelessly to help our clientele achieve their goals. Our long standing presence, deep roots in the community and focus on the Montgomery County, Maryland luxury home market means that we hold a deep understanding of the unique aspects of buying and selling Real Estate in the Washington DC Metro area.

Chris Handy & Associates provides award winning, top tier representation for all of its clientele. From first-time buyers and sellers to luxury home owners, sophisticated investors and large commercial builders/developers; we have the size, knowledge, tools and experience to help you achieve your Real Estate Goals. We pride ourselves on a unique strategy that has proven successful for our clients though the best and worst times the real estate market has had to offer.  Our strategy combines innovative web & technology-based marketing tools mixed with tried and true Real Estate practices. It is our ability to listen to the needs of our clients and interpret for them the forces at work in our unique market that sets us apart from other brokers.

We are dedicated to your success!


OUR TEAM

Chris Handy, Associate Broker

A native Washingtonian with over Ten years experience selling Real Estate, Chris lists and sells distinctive properties throughout the Washington D.C. area, utilizing an in-depth knowledge of the premier neighborhoods most highly desired by his clientele. Unparalleled dedication, service and loyalty have propelled him to numerous awards including a ranking among the top 1% of Real Estate Agents in the United States.

 Awards and Commendations:

• Associate Broker with RE/MAX Realty Group 
• Graduate Realtor Institute ( GRI )
• TOP PRODUCER
• 2009 Affiliated with RE/MAX Realty Group as Assocaite Broker and manager of the Chris Handy & Associates Team Offices 
• 2009 Opened Chris Handy & Asso Team Offices at 1400B Darnestown Rd.
• 2009 Ranked in the TOP 50 Long and Foster Agents out of over 15000 Agents
• 2008 Ranked in the TOP 50 Long and Foster Agents out of over 15000 Agents
• 2008 Ranked TOP TEN TEAMS in the Washington DC Metro Region
• 2008 Ranked Top Producer of the office.
• 2007 Ranked Top Producer of the office.
• 2006 Long and Foster Masters Club
• 2006 Ranked Top Producer of the office.
• 2005 Named Top Producer of the Office
• 2004 Named Top Producer of the Office
• 2004 Long and Foster Service Award Winner
• 2004 Gold Team Member
• 2004 S.T.A.R.S
• 2004 Long and Foster Chairman's Club
• 2003 Long and Foster Top Producer
• 2003 Long and Foster Gold Team
• 2003 Long and Foster S.T.A.R.S.
• 2003 Long and Foster Chairman's Club
• 2002 Long and Foster Top Produce
• 2002 GCAAR Achievement Award
• 2002 Long and Foster Gold Team
• 2002 Long and Foster President's Club
• 2001 GCAAR Achievement Award
• 2001 Long and Foster Gold Team
• 2001 Long and Foster President's Club

Collin Kendall, Realtor

Collin Kendall is a dedicated and knowledgeable real estate agent who can provide you with the highly specialized information that will help you make the right decision.  Its the combination of this unique market-knowledge and excellent negotiating skills that allows Collin to get you the optimal price for any property you plan to sell or buy.

As a real estate agent in Maryland, Collin Kendall can provide you with helpful insights about the area, and can show you why the Washington metropolitan area is truly something to be desired.  With a professional yet friendly approach, Collin helps clients feel comfortable about what can be a stressful decision.

Trust is hard to come by in today's fiercely competitive real estate market.  Collin is here to provide you with the professionalism and integrity needed to ensure that you feel secure in what can feel like one of the biggest decisions of your life.

RICK BOOTHE, REALTOR

Rick Boothe, Realtor®

Rick is a top-producer in Montgomery County real estate which he credits to his service –first business philosophy. Buying a home is often the largest purchase a person will make in their lifetime and Rick has developed an approach that offers both professional advice and service . His clients know his integrity and willingness to do whatever is necessary, and they appreciate his low pressure, no-stress approach to the client relationship. A Washington DC  native, Rick Boothe has focused his Real Estate career exclusively in Washington DC ‘s unique and dynamic real estate market. Ricks 20 plus years of Real Estate investment, design and renovationexperience has made him well versed in all aspects of buying and selling in the varied communities in and around Montgomery county. From the areas leading neighborhoods and top schools to luxury equestrian and golf communities. Ricks knowledge of the Real Estate market is equaled only by his desire to see his clients achieve their goals!

Criag Thakston, Realtor, Licensed General Contractor

Licensed as a real estate agent in the state of Maryland for five years, Craig has a 21 year background in  home building, remodeling and general contracting.  He is the sole owner of Mid Atlantic Construction, a licensed and bonded home improvement  company based in Bethesda, MD.  Craig’s knowledge of home condition and repair issues are invaluable to the success of Chris Handy & Associates because he knows how to prepare a home for sale and how to solve any deferred maintenance issues that may come up on a home inspection.  He has worked diligently and in a timely manner on any problems associated with the team’s listings over the past ten years.