About

Virginia | Maryland | Washington D.C.

Portfolio Realty was established with the internet-savvy real estate consumer in mind. The Internet and advancing technology are changing the Washington D.C. area real estate industry for the better. Nowadays consumers have a plethora of information and resources at their fingertips. We believe that empowering buyers and sellers through these methods allow us to provide better service and center our business around our clients. This is why we strive to constantly update our clients and provide all the tools necessary to make informed real estate decisions. We also provide the full MLS for anyone to use free with no obligation of any kind, ever.

Our Realtors® are dedicated to giving you the most rewarding real estate experience, helping educate you on all aspects of the current market conditions, trends, financing options, property values and endless knowledge of the communities of interest to you and your family. In a DC area marketplace full of Realtors, it can be a difficult task finding competent real estate representation. Our Realtors deliver results, not empty promises. We take pride in our commitment to providing professional, full-time real estate service done the right way. Utilizing strong communication and negotiation skills, high-technology and effective marketing tactics, we are dedicated to providing you with top-notch service unsurpassed in today’s real estate market. Whether you are buying, selling, investing or relocating to the DC metro area, our team of professionals work for YOU, and always maintain the utmost client loyalty and confidentiality.

Please feel free to use our site as a starting point and real estate guide throughout your adventure in buying or selling your Washington D.C. metro area home. Simply fill out the contact form if you would like more information, or if you’d like to view a home that interests you. You can also give us a call when you’re ready to take the next step forward. We’re always available to discuss your future real estate endeavors.

Meet Our Firm

David Dowies, Broker, B.S.

REO Specialist

David Dowies is Principal Broker of Portfolio Realty Solutions, a full service brokerage firm established in 2009. David has resided in Northern Virginia for nearly 30 years and has had the opportunity of living all over the region. Prior to real estate, David gained his business experience as a self-employed independent contractor in several business ventures focusing on marketing and technology.

Soon after beginning his real estate career at Weichert, David joined Re/Max in early 2005. While at Re/Max, he started two successful real estate companies and also managed REO assets for several corporate clients. Never one to stop advancing, David has continuously expanded his knowledge of the real estate industry through ongoing training, seminars, coursework and lectures. In 2009, David acquired his Broker’s license and founded the real estate firm Portfolio Realty Solutions.

David received both his high school and college education in Northern Virginia. He graduated from the School of Management at George Mason University in Fairfax, Virginia; where he obtained a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Management with a minor in Information Technology.

Throughout his career in Northern Virginia, David has attained an impressive number of titles, awards, designations and accolades. He is a graduate of Default School; and holder of the REO Default Certified Professional (RDCPro™) and Accredited Buyer’s Representative (ABR) designations. David is a HUD approved listing and selling broker, and is a member of the National Association of Realtors (NAR), Virginia Association of Realtors (VAR), Northern Virginia Association of Realtors (NVAR), Metropolitan Regional Information Systems (MRIS), Asian Real Estate Association of America (AREAA) and Real Estate Buyer’s Agent Council (REBAC).

David has distinguished himself among his peers by identifying creative solutions to complex real estate transactions. He is wholly dedicated to provided second-to-none service and expertise to each and every client.

Tyler Freiheit, Realtor®, B.A.

A native of Northern Virginia, Tyler earned a B.A. degree from Clemson University in Communications, with minors in Business and Information Technology. When Tyler isn’t sharing his thoughts as a proficient real estate “blogger”, he’s specializing home buyer representation, new construction sales, short sales and foreclosure properties. He has a passion for helping people and is equipped with a plethora of knowledge and professionalism in the real estate industry. With a remarkable attention to detail and a drive for results, he is able to provide superior service in all aspects of residential real estate.

Tyler worked for RE/MAX for several years before joining Portfolio Realty Solutions. Prior to his career in real estate, Tyler worked for Wachovia® Bank at their headquarters in Charlotte, North Carolina as a manager for the Corporate Sales department. He played a lead role in the merger with SouthTrust and Golden West Banks, resulting in enhancements of market presence, product set and mix of businesses. The merger enabled Wachovia to deliver a stronger value proposition for their customers and shareholders.

Greatest Accomplishment: Tyler has bicycled across the United States from San Francisco, California to Charleston, South Carolina raising funds (over $400,000) and awareness on behalf of people with disabilities. Tyler is also a volleyball coach for Fairfax High School, which stems from his volleyball career at Clemson University. In his free time he enjoys playing golf, volleyball, traveling, writing, and spending time with his family.

He is certified in all types of residential real estate sales in Virginia, Maryland and Washington D.C., and is a graduate of Default School; and holder of the REO Default Certified Professional (RDCPro™) designation. Tyler is a member of the National Association of Realtors (NAR), Virginia Association of Realtors (VAR), and Northern Virginia Association of Realtors (NVAR).