Realtor®

Donovan Kim

With a real estate career rooted in both industry experience and a deep understanding of mortgage financing, Donovan has been a licensed Virginia Realtor since 2010. His expertise began with his early work as a mortgage broker and his start with RE/MAX in McLean, giving him a strong foundation in both the financial and transactional sides of real estate. In February 2018, he joined Debbie Dogrul Associates (DDA), where he now serves buyers across Northern Virginia as part of the award-winning Buyer Team.

As a member of DDA, the #1 eXp Team in Virginia, Donovan contributes to a powerhouse organization known for more than 500 annual sales, over 1,842 client reviews, $365 million in 2024 sales volume, and a collaborative team of more than 35 full-time Realtors committed to exceptional service. This foundation allows him to pair the strength of a top-performing team with the personal attention and care of a dedicated buyer-focused agent.

Donovan’s background in mortgage lending provides his clients with a significant advantage throughout the home-buying process. He takes the time to listen, understand each buyer’s goals, and guide them through financing, market conditions, negotiation strategies, and contract details. Known for his patience, professionalism, and clear communication, he has helped countless clients successfully navigate the competitive Northern Virginia real estate market.

Outside of real estate, Donovan taps into his creative side through video production, illustration, and graphic design, skills that enhance his marketing eye and attention to detail. When he is not assisting clients, you can find him cycling, saltwater fishing, or exploring the region in search of the best pizza and cheesesteaks.

Whether you are buying in Fairfax, Burke, Springfield, Alexandria, Arlington, Centreville, Reston, or anywhere in Northern Virginia, Donovan is ready to be your trusted advocate from start to finish.

Learn more at teamdda.com.

Contact Info

[email protected]

(202) 998-5505

https://www.zillow.com/profile/donovan850

Contact Info

[email protected]

(202) 998-5505

https://www.zillow.com/profile/donovan850

Hear What our Clients Have to Say

"Kathlene Rocks!!! (sorry this is so long, but Kathlene deserves the attention) Kathlene Holzhauer of Debbie Dogrul Associates was our Realtor for the sale of our home at 10727 Shingle Oak Ct., Burke, VA. We first contacted Kathlene nearly two years before we actually listed the house, based on the enthusiastic recommendat… ion of a neighbor. At the time, we thought we might sell in a couple of years, but we weren't even certain we would move. Kathlene never pressured us. Instead, she patiently guided us through the process, helping us understand our options, anticipate potential challenges, and recognize opportunities. Her advice gave us the confidence to make informed decisions at every stage. When the time came to prepare the home for market, Kathlene brought in her staging partner, Laura. Together, they transformed our house into a true showcase, highlighting its strengths without unnecessary expense. Kathlene also sought the perspectives of several experienced Realtors on pricing and market positioning. Rather than relying solely on her own judgment, she gathered additional insights and used them to develop a thoughtful pricing and marketing strategy that proved highly effective. Once the offers began arriving, Kathlene was exceptional. She was responsive, communicative, and fully engaged throughout the negotiations. I still remember receiving our first offer around 11:00 p.m.—and she was right there, working through the details with us. By the following morning, a second offer had arrived. Her negotiation skills helped us secure a strong purchase price along with a clean, well-structured contract that minimized risk and gave us confidence moving forward. What impressed us most was that her commitment did not end once the contract was signed. Our move required a somewhat complicated closing schedule because we relocated before the buyers took possession. Kathlene and her team managed every detail with professionalism, clear communication, and careful coordination, ensuring the entire process unfolded smoothly. Looking back, we have absolutely no regrets about choosing Kathlene. She combines deep market knowledge with sound judgment, meticulous attention to detail, outstanding communication, and genuine concern for her clients. We recommend her without hesitation to anyone looking for a Realtor who will guide them through the selling process with expertise, integrity, and dedication."

"We worked with Jamie P and Melissa G to sell our townhome in Burke, VA on very short notice. We already had an offer accepted on a new home we were buying and needed to sell our townhome in under 50 days. We called them and said we need help! One week later, our house is prepped and on the market and we have open house sche…

"As empty nesters, we downsized and very recently purchased our new home with Harrison Willaims of TeamDDA as our buying agent. Harrison is no stranger to us this second time around. When we moved to Virginia, we found Harrison through online reviews, and he was kind enough to work with us and help us secure our first home i…

"Great experience working with Kathleen and DDA team associates to prepare, update our Fairfax, VA home for sale market. Our realtor was smart, caring and committed to helping us every step on the way! With fast timetable to get all projects completed and on the market, we were able to have house “show ready” and it sold fo…

"We are so happy with our experience buying our home in Woodbridge, VA. Raazia and Debbie Dogrul Associates were amazing from start to finish. Raazia helped us with everything and made the whole process easy and stress-free. We are so thankful for all of her hard work and kindness. We highly recommend Raazia to anyone lookin…

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