Military Real Estate & PCS Relocation
Washington, D.C. · Northern Virginia · Maryland
Full-Time Military Realtor®
Military Real Estate & PCS Relocation
I’m Diana Tommingo , a full-time Military Realtor® specializing in military relocation, PCS moves, VA loans, VA loan assumptions, and military home sales throughout Washington, D.C., Northern Virginia, and Maryland. I work with active-duty service members, veterans, and civilian buyers and sellers. From your initial consultation through settlement, I provide personalized guidance tailored to your assignment, timeline, housing needs, and financial goals.
A Personal Connection to Military Life
My husband, Elliot Tommingo, is a retired U.S. Marine Corps Major who served as Director of the DC Mayor’s Office of Veterans Affairs from 2019 to 2023. Having experienced military life firsthand, I understand how changing orders, demanding PCS timelines, BAH, VA benefits, and family priorities influence housing decisions. That perspective shapes how I guide military families through buying, selling, and relocating—with an appreciation for the service member’s mission and the needs of the entire family.
As a full-time Military Realtor®, I work with buyers and sellers throughout Washington, D.C., Northern Virginia, and Maryland, helping them buy and sell homes near the military installations listed below.
Homes within commuting distance of major military installations throughout Washington, DC.
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Residential options near major installations and federal workplaces throughout Northern Virginia.
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Home-buying guidance for military families relocating to the Maryland side of the DMV.
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Benefits for Military & Veterans
Whether you’re buying or selling, real estate costs matter. My buyer credit and reduced listing fee offer ways to save while receiving personalized real estate guidance.
For Home Buyers
Receive a credit equal to 0.5% of the purchase price at settlement, subject to lender approval. Eligible funds may be applied toward permitted closing costs, prepaid expenses, or a rate buydown.
Example Buyer Credit
| Purchase Price | Your Buyer Credit |
|---|---|
| $500,000 | $2,500 |
| $700,000 | $3,500 |
| $900,000 | $4,500 |
Credit amounts are illustrative and depend on the final purchase price and lender approval.
For Home Sellers
Receive full-service listing representation with a 2% listing fee plus a $395 broker fee. Why pay a traditional 3% listing fee when you can receive full-service representation for just 2% plus a $395 broker fee? Compare the difference below.
Listing Fee Comparison
| Sale Price | 3% Fee | 2% Fee |
|---|---|---|
| $500,000 | $15,000 | $10,000 |
| $700,000 | $21,000 | $14,000 |
| $900,000 | $27,000 | $18,000 |
Figures compare the listing-fee percentages only. The 2% listing fee is subject to the additional $395 broker fee.
VA Financing & Assumptions
Whether you're buying a home with a VA loan, looking for an assumable mortgage, or selling a home with an existing VA loan, I help you understand your options and navigate the process from offer to settlement.
Eligible active-duty service members, veterans, and surviving spouses may be able to use a VA loan to purchase a primary residence, subject to VA eligibility and lender requirements.
Explore My VA Loan Center →A VA loan assumption allows you to take over a seller's existing VA mortgage, keeping the seller's existing interest rate and loan terms. The buyer does not have to be a Veteran, but a Veteran buyer may be able to use a Substitution of Entitlement to help restore the seller's VA entitlement.
If your home has an existing low-interest VA mortgage, a VA loan assumption can be an attractive selling point for qualified buyers.
I can highlight the assumable loan and its potential interest-rate advantage in your marketing to attract buyers who may benefit from assuming your existing VA loan, subject to lender approval and VA requirements.
Military Relocation
Yes. The 0.5% military credit can be applied directly toward your lender-approved closing costs, prepaids, or interest rate buy-downs at settlement.
If you have an existing VA mortgage with a low interest rate, a qualified buyer can assume your current interest rate and remaining balance. I highlight the assumable loan and its potential interest-rate advantage in the marketing to attract buyers who may benefit from assuming the existing VA loan, subject to lender approval and VA requirements.
Yes. I conduct virtual video walkthroughs, detailed neighborhood previews, and remote contract negotiations so you can secure housing before arriving on station.
I assist military buyers, sellers, and families throughout Washington, D.C., Northern Virginia, and Maryland, including communities near major military installations. I may also assist with relocations to installations outside my primary service areas, depending on my availability. If your duty station isn't listed on my website, please contact me to discuss your relocation needs.
Yes. A buyer does not have to be a veteran to assume an existing VA loan. However, the buyer must meet the loan servicer's qualification requirements and receive approval. If the buyer is not an eligible veteran who substitutes their VA entitlement, the seller's entitlement may remain tied to the loan until it is paid off.
Recognized for Excellence
My real estate experience includes involvement in the high-profile sale of former Vice President Kamala Harris's Washington, D.C. condominium at The Westlight. The transaction was featured in Washingtonian in October 2021, where I was identified by my former professional name, Diana Flores.
I bring the same professionalism, discretion, and attention to detail to every transaction, from high-profile Washington properties to military relocations throughout the D.C. metropolitan area.
Featured in Washingtonian · October 2021
Read the Washingtonian Feature →Personalized Real Estate Guidance
Whether you're preparing for a PCS move, buying with a VA loan, exploring a VA loan assumption, or planning to sell your home, let's discuss your goals and develop a strategy that fits your needs.
Schedule Your ConsultationPrefer to reach out directly? 571-230-9686 | Diana@BestHomesByDiana.com
