I have built my distinctive real estate business by shifting my focus away from "selling" and dedicating myself to serving the needs of my clients. I take great pride in offering concierge services by adjusting and adapting the home buying and selling process to every individual and every unique situation. I go above and beyond to make certain that throughout your transaction, I anticipate your needs and offer you nothing less than a superior experience. My areas of specialization include: skilled contract negotiation, providing market analytics, guiding first time home buyers, facilitating new home construction purchases, working with investors and more! I hold both a Bachelor's degree and Master's degree from American University in Washington DC but am a native Marylander who currently resides in Howard County. I have had extensive experience working in Howard, Frederick, Carroll and Baltimore Counties. It would be an honor to help make your home selling and buying process a breeze!

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About Sean Der With 20+ years in real estate and a consistent record of $22M+/yr, Sean stands out as your trusted real estate authority. Expertise includes First-Time Home Buyers, Luxury Homes, Senior Communities, New Constructions, Maryland Grants, and Accelerated Mortgage Programs. His diverse background, from being a CFO to a Registered Investment Advisor, Real Estate Investor, Serial Entrepreneur, adds layers of depth to his real estate counsel, guaranteeing comprehensive and strategic insights throughout your property journey.

About Muhammed Iqbal I am a dedicated Real Estate Agent with Net Step Realty, proudly serving clients throughout Howard County, Maryland, and surrounding areas for 10 years. My mission is to make the buying and selling process as seamless, informed, and stress-free as possible for both buyers and sellers. Known for my exceptional communication skills and client-focused approach, I am easy to work with and highly attentive to each client’s unique needs. I provide strategic market analysis, skilled negotiation, and personalized guidance at every stage of the transaction—from initial consultation to closing. I specialize in residential buying and selling across Howard County, Baltimore County, Anne Arundel County, and other counties throughout Maryland. Whether you are a first-time homebuyer, upgrading to your dream home, or selling your property for top value, I am committed to delivering outstanding results. I am trilingual and fluent in English, Urdu, and Punjabi, allowing me to effectively serve and connect with a diverse client base. Contact me today to begin your real estate journey with confidence in Maryland.

About Dennis Thomas Dennis prides himself on his unique problem-solving capabilities, innate ability to truly understand his client’s wants, needs, and concerns, and his open and honest communication skills as an agent. He thoroughly enjoys getting to know his clients personally and truly embodies the mentality of “Clients For Life.” Within his business, Dennis supports many organizations/foundations in the Baltimore area, including the Baltimore Humane Society, First Fruits Farm, Wounded Warriors, and Grace Fellowship Church. In tandem with his Real Estate business, Dennis owns and operates one of Maryland’s most successful Wedding Officiating businesses. He has personally married over 250 couples since he started the business in 2017, and has won top awards from both WeddingWire and The Knot each and every year. This business allows him to continue to fuel his passion for consulting and guiding individuals and families through some of life’s largest events. It has only aided his Real Estate business in furthering the development of his communication, networking, and public speaking skills. Dennis graduated from Archbishop Curley High School in Baltimore, MD, in 2011, where he was captain of the baseball team, president of the National Honors Society and a member of the Mixed Martial Arts Club. From there, he attended Washington College in Chestertown, MD, where he was a Business Management major and a 2-year captain of the baseball team before graduating in 2015. Outside of work, Dennis can usually be found on his farm, Jolly Acres, in Reisterstown, MD, with his wife Liz, two Australian Shepherds, Chester and Biscotti, and many other pets and farm animals to include goats, pigs, ducks, chickens, bunnies barn cats and more. Dennis is also an avid outdoorsman and exercise enthusiast, actively engaged in Muay Thai, Archery, and other fun activities.

About Dani Rush Attorney turned real estate agent, Dani brings him methodical, logical, and client focused approach to residential real estate transactions. With a strong legal background, she offers valuable insight into contracts, negotiations, and compliance, guiding buyers and sellers comply from consultation through closing. Dani represents clients in all aspects of the buying and selling process, including pricing strategy, marketing, negotiations, and transaction management. She works closely with lenders, title companies, inspectors, another professionals to ensure smooth, time with closings with minimal issues. Dani is proud to be part of Next Step Realty, serving the Baltimore of Metropolitan area and surrounding counties. With her eight years of experience, she is committed to exceptional service and clear communication, while focusing on building lasting client, relationships, and delivering successful outcomes.

About Melinda Mente Born and raised in the local area, I grew up in a family of entrepreneurs—surrounded by both the vision of home transformation through my family’s remodeling company and the business acumen of those in commercial real estate. That foundation sparked my love for seeing a property’s potential and inspired me to build a career dedicated to helping people realize theirs. I earned my Bachelor of Science in Psychology with a focus in Business Management from Towson University. My professional journey began early, at age 15, working for a local high-end children’s boutique where I learned the value of servicing the customer and hard work, plus running a client focused business. After college, I became a recruiter for a local financial staffing firm, followed by a role in mortgages and wholesale banking, where I built a strong foundation in the financial aspects of Real Estate. In 2008, after the housing bubble burst and losing my corporate job, my passion for real estate kept calling. With my second daughter on the way, I took a leap of faith into residential real estate—first supporting an agent in the REO space, then obtaining my license in 2014 and co-founding a high-performing real estate team. Over six years, we grew a top local team, which we later sold before I moved into leadership as the Vice President of a Coldwell Banker branch. That role solidified my greatest passion: developing and inspiring others. From recruiting and coaching agents to supporting leaders in running their offices, I became a trusted resource for strategies, best practices, and systems that drive growth. This opened the door to my current path as a National Learning Consultant with Coldwell Banker, where I have served our agents and leaders across the country for the last 3 years. My mission is simple: to empower realtors to sharpen their skills, strengthen their systems, and elevate their results. I believe the “secret sauce” lies in the right mindset, discipline, and consistency. Creating structure through building systems, having a daily schedule, and building relationships. When we educate and advise our communities, we not only create unforgettable client experiences—we build lasting, thriving businesses. And most of all, I’m excited to meet every one of you—to be someone you can turn to in a multitude of ways. Think of me as part of the village you surround yourself with, helping you be the agent who leaves a lasting mark on our community. Outside of work, I am a mom to 3 amazing girls and a yellow lab! I enjoy spending time with family and friends while staying physically active. My happy place is the beach and that's where you will find me for some R&R!

About Michael Soper At Next Step Realty, Michael Soper leads brokerage operations, strategic planning, and performance standards across the organization. His role centers on building durable systems, enforcing accountability, and aligning people, process, and systems to deliver consistent results at scale. Michael entered real estate through investing starting in 2013 and brings an investor’s discipline to every aspect of the business. His experience spans asset evaluation, value creation, market positioning, and risk management—allowing him to guide both clients and internal teams with precision and clarity. His leadership philosophy emphasizes data-driven decision-making, operational rigor, and long-term value creation. Michael believes real estate functions best as a strategic instrument when approached with structure rather than speculation. Clients and partners engage with him for sound judgment, measured execution, and a governance-oriented approach to complex transactions.