Tamara Kucik, a native of Maryland with over 25 years of residence in the Silver Spring and Kensington communities, has established an impressive career in the real estate industry. Prior to her real estate journey, Tamara served as a flight attendant for US Airways for seven years. Subsequently, she transitioned to a different career path, dedicating her talents to The Humane Society of the United States, where she served as a research assistant and webmaster in the video department from 1995 to 2004, actively contributing to animal advocacy and rescue efforts. In 2004, Tamara obtained her Realtor® license and embarked on her real estate profession.
With nearly 23 years of experience in the field, Tamara consistently ranks among the foremost real estate performers in the D.C. area, positioning herself in the top 10% of agents nationwide. Her team has successfully maintained annual sales exceeding $60 million since 2010. Beyond her accomplishments, Tamara is sought after by local media for her authoritative insights on the local real estate market and has earned recognition in prominent publications such as the Washingtonian's Best Real Estate Agents, Best of Bethesda, The Wall Street Journal, and Real Trends. She has also made notable appearances on HGTV's "My House is Worth What?" and "Get it Sold."
Erica embarked on her career in mortgage banking in 2001, commencing as a loan processor for a mortgage broker. After six years within the mortgage banking sector, Erica transitioned to the real estate settlement aspect of the home-buying process. For three years, she worked as a transaction coordinator for a local title company in Bethesda. Sixteen years later, Erica embraced a pivotal role in the sales side of the home-buying process, serving as both a buyer and seller agent with the RLAH Brokerage in Potomac. Her background in mortgage banking and real estate settlements equips her with the ability to effectively communicate with all parties involved in a transaction, ensuring that clients are well-prepared throughout the entire real estate process.
From preparing homes for sale to overseeing the transaction's closing, Tamara and Erica manage the entire process meticulously, guaranteeing a smooth and timely experience for their clients. They take great pride in delivering a high level of customer service, marked by close attention to detail and a profound understanding of their clients' needs, both of which have contributed to their success as Realtors®. As seller's agents, Tamara and Erica possess a keen insight into what buyers seek in a home, allowing them to present robust offers that provide their clients with a competitive edge.
Tamara currently resides in Kensington, Maryland, with three of her four children. Her eldest, Meredith, now serves as the Marketing Coordinator for the team, while her oldest son, George, is pursuing his education at the University of Tennessee. Her younger daughter, Jules, is attending Clemson University, and her son, Joe, is a senior at Gonzaga. The family also includes their beloved pup, Boomer. Tamara's deep belief in the strength of communities fuels her active involvement in her local community. During her leisure time, she enjoys hiking in the Shenandoah Mountains, and she is an enthusiastic oil painter, potter, gardener, and devoted practitioner of hot yoga.
In parallel, Erica actively engages with her community in Woodmoor, Silver Spring, by coordinating local food truck deliveries, fostering connections among neighbors while supporting local restaurants. Her youngest daughter attends the Saint Bernadette School, where she actively volunteers on the Home and School Association and participates in various other activities. Her oldest daughter, Chloe, is a freshman at Georgetown Visitation, and her son, Cole, is pursuing a Construction Science Major at Clemson University.
