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Jim Bell - Real Estate Broker Executive Vice President & Associate Broker of TTR Sotheby's International Realty. Philanthropist. E

Over my career, I’ve worked as an assistant mortgage-backed securities trader, a Fannie Mae underwriter, and finally the head of First Union Bank mortgage division before making the shift to real estate. By having these launch points, I developed a solid banking knowledge foundation that has been crucial in allowing me to provide top-level service to my real estate clients today. My success in real estate and other ventures can largely be attributed to the fact that I love helping others and creating personal connections. Over the years, I have become a consistently high-performing business leader by primarily focusing on one thing: creating authentic client relationships built on trust. It’s the personal connection and trust from my clients that has led me to close over $600 million in real estate transactions, be named a ‘Power Broker’ by Washington Magazine, and one of ‘America’s Best Real Estate Agents’ by the Wall Street Journal. I believe that in order to be successful in business, you have to understand not only what your client wants, but why they want it. When you truly understand your client on a personal level, and they trust that you have their best interests at heart, that’s when you’re really able to make magic happen.

ASSOULINE Celebrates 50 Years of Sotheby’s International Realty
10/11/2026

ASSOULINE Celebrates 50 Years of Sotheby’s International Realty

My Recent Luxury Sold Properties Washington DC and Virginia. Thank you to our clients !!
10/08/2026

My Recent Luxury Sold Properties Washington DC and Virginia. Thank you to our clients !!

“America’s Newest Trophy Asset Is a Country Home in the Cotswolds” — WSJ Real EstateI’m seeing it firsthand. I was in th...
10/06/2026

“America’s Newest Trophy Asset Is a Country Home in the Cotswolds” — WSJ Real Estate

I’m seeing it firsthand. I was in the Cotswolds last week with my Sotheby’s International Realty UK colleagues, among the stone manors drawing American buyers.

Washington remains my base after 30 years. Increasingly, I’m also the bridge for Americans buying in England and British buyers looking at DC, with the same discretion and local knowledge on both sides of the Atlantic.

If the Cotswolds is on your list, let’s talk.

“Sold Out!!” Stephen and my friends at the News Stand on Conn ave had to call in a favor to find me two copies! Grateful...
10/04/2026

“Sold Out!!” Stephen and my friends at the News Stand on Conn ave had to call in a favor to find me two copies! Grateful to Washingtonian and the best News Stand on Connecticut Ave.

Grateful to be named a 2026 Industry Icon by Washingtonian. Thirty years in, and I still love this work. Thank you to my...
10/01/2026

Grateful to be named a 2026 Industry Icon by Washingtonian. Thirty years in, and I still love this work. Thank you to my clients, colleagues, and this extraordinary city. 🏛️ DCRealEstate LondonProperty Georgetown HouseWhisperer

In my recent interview with Forbes-Mortgage rates have now moved above 7%, and I told Forbes that I would not be surpris...
09/28/2026

In my recent interview with Forbes-Mortgage rates have now moved above 7%, and I told Forbes that I would not be surprised to see them reach 7.5% or higher by the end of the year.

For buyers and sellers the headline rate is important, but it is only one part of the decision. Price, monthly costs, liquidity and long-term plans all need to be considered together, particularly in today’s market.

Thank you to Lindsey Crossmier for including my perspective.

Visit our open today - 1730 21st st NW Kalorama - offered at $2.050,000 a former gallery transformed into a beautiful ho...
09/27/2026

Visit our open today - 1730 21st st NW Kalorama - offered at $2.050,000 a former gallery transformed into a beautiful home. Open from 1-3 Sunday.

Just Listed! Kalorama - 1730 21st Street NW $2,050,000Stunning top to bottom renovation of this charming light filled an...
09/08/2026

Just Listed! Kalorama - 1730 21st Street NW $2,050,000
Stunning top to bottom renovation of this charming light filled and spacious 3,200 sq ft. 5 bedroom 4.5 bath Federal in the heart of Georgetown. Every detail has been thoughtfully attended to from the high ceilings, custom finishes, designer lighting, wide plank wood flooring and captivating floorplan. All new electrical, plumbing, all chimneys relined, new roof, new windows, new flooring throughout, all new bathrooms and kitchen. The main level offers a formal extra wide living room with fireplace and alcove, separate dining room, stunning gourmet kitchen opening to a fabulous entertaining patio, and completed with a main level powder room. Upstairs on the second level one is welcomed with an inviting primary suite with fireplace, incredible wardrobe space and elegant primary bathroom. A second bedroom and second full bath complete this level. On the third floor, two additional bedrooms, (one the size of the primary below it), a third full bath, second laundry and exciting rooftop deck will delight the senses. The daylight walkout lower level accessed from within the home is a suite unto itself, with a full bedroom, sitting room, living room, laundry and full bath along with its own outside entrance.

I spoke with Aarthi Swaminathan at MarketWatch about mortgage rates approaching 7% and what that means for buyers and th...
09/03/2026

I spoke with Aarthi Swaminathan at MarketWatch about mortgage rates approaching 7% and what that means for buyers and the broader housing market.
 
While 7% remains an important psychological threshold, buyers have been adjusting to elevated rates for some time. We’re also seeing more interest in adjustable-rate mortgages as buyers look for ways to reduce their initial monthly payments.
 
My earlier experience in mortgage-backed securities trading, underwriting and mortgage banking continues to inform how I think about interest rates and advise buyers and sellers in today’s market.
 
Thank you, Aarthi, for including my perspective.
 
Link to the full story in the comments below.https://www.marketwatch.com/story/7-mortgage-rates-are-already-here-some-buyers-mortgage-experts-say-c51a7e04?mod=aarthi-swaminathan

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