Shanika Hopson

4/13/22Keyawna Griffith

Google Review

I highly recommend Shanika as a realtor! Shanika helped my boyfriend and I buy our first home as we were moving from Georgia back to the D.C. area. Because this was our first home, the process was very unknown and a bit overwhelming. But Shanika held our hands through the entire process. She was always in communication with us, whether it be to update us on our next appointment to see a house, educate us on an aspect of the home-buying process, or answer any question we had. No question was too stupid, which was important for us since we were first-time home buyers. Shanika ultimately got us into our dream starter home. She wrote a strong offer that the seller countered only by offering less closing help - something we only asked for as a bonus. We could not be happier with Shanika's high-quality service.

One huge benefit that Shanika brings is a good working relationship with lenders. She recommended several lenders to us. After consulting with all of them, we chose one of her recommendations. Because Shanika had a good relationship with the lender, she got them to call the seller and vouch for our financial qualifications. This support was very comforting to us and undoubtedly contributed to the smooth, quick process of getting our offer accepted within 24 hours.

To make matters even more exceptional, Shanika made sure we moved in okay and (5 months later) continues to check-in on how we are adjusting to our new home. She also recommended multiple contractors for various types of home improvement projects. We used one of the contractors to improve our electricity, and that process went smoothly and quickly. Shanika bends over backwards for her clients. She is as smart, professional, responsive, and skilled as they come. No one can go wrong hiring Shanika as their realtor.

4/12/22Calvin Jones

Google Review

Shanika is the best! She made my home buying experience an excellent one! She is very knowledgeable, efficient, and the ultimate professional! I couldn’t wish or ask for anything more!

3/24/22Danielle Jones

Google Review

Shanika was amazing. She helped us buy and sell our home within 365 days of eachother. She didn’t allow a crazy market to dictate us making bad decision. She walked us through all the processes and gave honest answers EVERYTIME a different scenario presented itself. TOP REALTOR in any market she touches!

2/27/22Branden Douglas

Google Review

Ms.Hopson was AMAZING!!! Not only was she very knowledgeable, she was also extremely patient with me. 10 out of 10 top tier service!

2/24/22Jane Polesnak

Google Review

My husband and I were first time homebuyers. We had no idea what to expect from house hunting, but none of that mattered because we had Shanika. She set up a few houses for us to look at with our very young children every weekend, each time building off of the feedback we gave her from the previous house viewings. She took all the stress and guess work out. She helped manage our expectations of the whole experience because homeownership is more than viewing a few open houses. When we did find our house, she was able to answer all our questions about inspections, mortgages, taxes, etc. And after months of paperwork and waiting, Shanika came with us to collect the keys and walk through our house for the first time as Our house. If you are fortunate to get Shanika as your realtor, you will get the most determined and kindest person guiding you the place you'll call home.

2/24/22Brittaney

Google Review

Shanika is amazing! She was able to help my long distance fiancé and I, find a home that met both of our needs & that was no easy task! Although you know you’re not her only client she makes you feel as though you are. She was always super responsive and reliable. As a first time home buyer, she made the process easy to understand and had no issues talking me through everything and answering my endless questions. If and when I decide to house hunt again, she’s always going to be my first call!

6/9/21Sharlene Simon

Google Review

Shanika is an incredible realtor. I became connected to Shanika through a recommendation from a friend.

Shanika is knowledgeable about neighborhoods, real estate trends, and very well connected. Not to mention super personable and had a confident ease and swag, really great to work with.

Early on, I said I was willing to look and live all over DC, but really wanted to stay in NW, love natural light, wanted a 2bd condo and near "things". (I don't have a car).

Shanika listened to me, watched carefully when we went to see condos, started to underhand my likes and dislikes, and never made me feel silly with all my questions and lack of knowledge.

We communicated regularly via text/phone and using a particular app, she was able to see they types of places I was interested in.

I saw a 2bd/1ba condo in Columbia heights that was going on the market in a few days, we saw it before it went live... and the rest is history.

The Coalition Properties Team hand held me (literally) through the entire process. I was also getting EHAP/HPAP monies making it a bit more difficult. They were on it. I was so impressed and still super thankful.

I also love that they work with and support many black owned businesses and contacts. (Shoutout to my lender, the coalition closing team and inspector!)

So, to say it long. I had a wonderful experience working with Shanika. I put an offer on and purchased my first condo. I'm a homeowner y'all!

Thank you again Shanika!!!

4/13/21Nicole Thompson

Google Review

Shanika was extremely professional and very helpful during my house search. She took the time to learn my needs and wants to land me in my home today. I highly recommend her services for anyone else.

1/10/21Lauryn Williams

Google Review

Shanika and the Capital Properties team helped me close on my first home in October. The process of home buying as a first-timer can seem intimidating, but from my first meeting with Shanika I knew I was in good hands. Shanika gave thoughtful feedback during every viewing and helped me feel comfortable that I did in fact know what I was looking for. She was flexible in working around my work schedule, and even then, it did not take long for me to find the right place. Shanika and the team helped negotiate better terms than I expected in the competitive D.C. market and were transparent throughout the process. I highly recommend Shanika and will be recommender her and Capitol Properties to others, whether first-time or experienced homebuyers.

1/9/21norag8235

Google Review

I was a first-time homebuyer, Shanika and the entire team at Coalition Properties were incredibly helpful, knowledgeable and enthusiastic. I was impressed with her dedication to finding me a space that would work for me. Would highly recommend.

1/8/21Star Makonnen

Google Review

I’ve known Shanika since college and have known for a long time that she’d be the one I choose to help me find my home. She was attentive, trustworthy, efficient and honest. I truly believe she went above and beyond to calm all of my fears and anxieties about purchasing my first home on my own. Often I’d say “let me talk to my mom first” bc she had been through this process before and Shanika never took offense always offering clear explanations for our questions and if she didn’t have an answer, she could point me in the direction of the person who did. She was extremely thoughtful and respectful of my time. I’m so thankful for her patience and knowledge. If you are looking to buy a home and want someone you can trust and who will make you feel like family during the process, please choose her. You won’t be disappointed!!! Thank you Shanika for everything!!!!!

1/6/21Stephanie Brown

Google Review

Working with Shanika was a great experience. She really got a sense of my style, must-haves and absolutely-nots. She didn’t suggest anything to me that wasn’t a fit and got excited with me when we found things that did. I can’t remember how many properties we ended up seeing, but she was encouraging when I was outbid on a couple properties and patient at points when I had to slow up the search.

As a first-time homebuyer, I had a lot of questions and she was was able to answer everything and allow me to be comfortable with the whole process. You spend so much time with a realtor, it was great that we had a fantastic relationship and could be honest with each other.

I would definitely recommend Shanika!

10/11/20natalie murray

Google Review

Working with Shanika was excellent for me to found my dream house....

7/22/19Sheina Mahomes

Google Review

Ms. Hopson was absolutely amazing and very professional. My family had to sell our home in a very short time to move out of the state. She got us an offer in one week. My family was very relieved. She handled any adversity that came her way, put us at ease, and our demands were met. She was very patient. Thank you Ms. Hopson. I definitely recommend her! She will take care of you.