Katie Dwyer came to real estate with a clear sense of purpose. “I was drawn to real estate because I wanted to help people and build trusted relationships,” she says. That foundation has held firm across years of shifting markets and complex deals, strengthening her adaptability and deepening her commitment to putting clients’ long-term goals first. Today, she understands that the work extends well beyond transactions. It is about educating clients, setting clear expectations and guiding them through one of the most significant purchases they will ever make.
As a partner on the Erich Cabe Team at Compass Real Estate, Dwyer brings that same intentionality to how she reads the market. She sees 2026 shifting toward a balanced market, one defined by gradually increasing inventory, more selective buyers and sellers who must be strategic. Affordability and interest rates continue to shape behavior. “It feels like a transition year, less urgency, more intention and one where success comes down to strategy and market knowledge,” she says.
At the core of her practice is a set of principles she does not compromise on: integrity, consistency and a genuine commitment to service. “I believe in being honest and transparent in every interaction, setting clear expectations and always following through,” Dwyer says. Trust is built through honest counsel, even when that means delivering advice clients may not expect to hear. Beyond the office, that commitment to others extends into her community. A longtime member of the Cathedral of Saint Matthew the Apostle, Dwyer volunteers every Monday morning through the parish’s outreach program, supporting those in need.
Contact:
Phone: 301.298.1001
Website: erichcabeteam.com/katie-dwyer
5471 Wisconsin Avenue, Suite 300, Chevy Chase, MD 20815