Mortgage Strategy. Education. Experience
Buying or refinancing a home comes with a lot of decisions. The Wish Team helps homebuyers across Virginia, Maryland, Washington, DC, North Carolina, West Virginia and Florida understand their options, compare mortgage strategies and move forward with confidence. Whether you're buying your first home or your fifth, we'll make sure you understand not just what you're doing, but why.
"Leslie's expertise and dedication made our homebuying experience seamless. We felt supported every step of the way.
~ Satisfied Homeowner
Hi, I’m Leslie Wish, a mortgage loan officer dedicated to helping you during your home buying process, serving clients in Virginia, DC, and Maryland.
With over 30 years in the mortgage industry, I’ve had the privilege of assisting individuals and families across the DC metro area in navigating the path to homeownership. My approach is holistic and client-focused, ensuring every mortgage aligns with your broader financial goals and long-term vision.
Whether you're buying your first home, moving up, refinancing, or helping your children purchase their own home, I'm here with guidance, creativity, and care every step of the way.
Since my earliest memories of competitive gymnastics, growing up in a military family, and becoming a mom, I draw energy from people-driven challenges, solved through determination and a keen attention to detail.
The resilience I have used for decades to build my business into the Top 1% of loan officers nationwide is the same resilience I invest in my clients, as we work together to secure them a new home. I believe in the parallel power of hard work and a caring spirit to set my clients up for success – leaving them better off than where they began.
I want you to feel welcomed home.
Hi, I’m Richard, a Mortgage Advisor with more than a decade of experience helping people make confident financial decisions through homeownership and real estate.
Buying a home is one of the biggest financial decisions most people make, and I believe you should understand exactly what you’re getting into. My role is to simplify the process, explain your options clearly, and help you choose a mortgage strategy that fits both your immediate needs and long-term goals.
Every client I work with receives a Total Cost Analysis, so we can compare loan options side by side and see the real financial impact of each choice—not just the interest rate. I want every decision we make together to be grounded in real numbers, not guesswork.
My perspective on mortgage lending was shaped before I ever became a Mortgage Advisor. I watched the 2008–2009 housing crisis unfold and saw what happened when people were put into loans they didn’t fully understand or that simply weren’t right for them. It left a lasting impression on me and ultimately influenced the kind of advisor I wanted to become.
For more than a decade, I’ve carried that lesson with me: a mortgage should never be about simply getting someone approved and moving on to the next transaction. It should start with understanding the person, their goals, and the bigger financial picture.
That experience is why I put such an emphasis on education, transparency, and responsible lending today. I want my clients to know not only what I recommend, but why I recommend it—and to feel completely comfortable asking questions along the way.
My mission is to help families make financial decisions that create stability, opportunity, and peace of mind—not stress. Whether you’re buying your first home, moving up, refinancing, or using real estate to build long-term wealth, my job is to help you see the full picture and choose a strategy that makes sense for you.
My guiding principle is “Seek first to understand, then to be understood.” I bring that mindset to every relationship. I listen first, communicate clearly, and aim to be the person my clients and partners can call long after the closing table.
Services
Customized solutions that reflect your goals and financial comfort level.
Clear explanations so you can make confident, informed decisions.
Many clients return for future purchases and refer their friends and family—some even send their children!
Let’s talk about your homeownership goals and find the right mortgage solution for you.
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Fantastic team. My first home buying experience couldn’t have been more seamless thanks to this team.
So communicative, made everything easy to understand, and answered any questions quickly!
Leslie and her team made the process of buying this home so easy. It was literally the most stress free home process i have had and this is house four, so i have had some experience in this area. thank you!!
Super to work with. We had a little issue with another lending company and Leslie and Richard stepped right in and fixed everything.
Team support was very helpful. We got clear and fast communication. In special, Richard that help us a lot to understand all the process details and alternatives.
Communications, quick response time to requests for info, availability even on a holiday weekend, pleasantly repeated things when I was overwhelmed with unfamiliar info and processes.
Richard has phenomenal patience and the ability to clearly explain technical jargon and numbers that people who don't do this everyday don't understand. He was very responsive to every question I had no matter the time or day.
Richard was so responsive to every question I had no matter the day or time. He was always able to chat through and answer any question and I had a LOT. He was patient throughout the whole process and it was about 18 months for us. Would highly recommend!
Not only was Richard very well educated in his profession, but he was honest and kind. I came to him with a dream and a wallet full of lint and he made miracles happen. He explained things in depth so I could make the best decision for my lifestyle.
RICHARD! Richard made my experience great. I basically told him look, I don't know anything and I don't have any money, make it happen! he showed me options that i qualified for and gave me all the information so that i could make the best decision.