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Simplify your sale.

Maximize Your ROI.

We help owners cut through the complexities of selling multifamily properties for more.

Real Estate Expertise

Market your property in all the right places and in all the right ways.

Legal Proficiency

Navigate TOPA issues with the support of a multifamily real estate legal team.

CPA Savvy

Uncover tax saving opportunities to ensure you’re maximizing your sale.

Selling is not for the faint of heart.

It’s come time to sell your multifamily property, but selling is easier said than done. As the owner, you’re faced with:

● Tenants who won’t budge
● Taxes that shock
● Interest rates that pile on the pressure

It’s a zoo out there… and you shouldn’t have to navigate it on your own.

At The Small Multifamily Group, we believe:

You deserve the upper hand.

Dean Hunter 
“Mr. Small Multifamily”

Founder & CEO, SmallMultifamily.com | CoStar Ten-X Auction Specialist | Trusted Advisor to Small Apartment Building Owners 

Dean Hunter, widely recognized as “Mr. Small Multifamily,” is the visionary behind SmallMultifamily.com, the first and only digital ecosystem built specifically for small apartment building owners, operators, and investors. The platform serves as the home for the “small multifamily movement”—bringing together advocacy, education, deal flow, and capital to empower everyday housing providers.

The SmallMultifamily.com platform is powered by three mission-driven arms:

  • The Small Multifamily Owners Association (SMOA) – the leading voice for small landlords and rental housing providers in Washington, D.C. and beyond
  • The Small Multifamily Institute – a nonprofit think tank advancing education, research, and policy to support naturally occurring affordable housing (NOAH)
  • The Small Multifamily Group – a boutique real estate investment sales and advisory firm specializing in small and mid-sized apartment building transactions

Dean is a seasoned commercial real estate broker, former attorney, and national advocate for housing equity. As a CoStar Ten-X Multifamily Auction Specialist, he has direct access to a nationwide platform and a vast database of ready-to-buy multifamily investors. He uses this reach to connect property owners to motivated, qualified buyers—helping them maximize value, minimize taxes, and close deals with speed and discretion.

Through The Small Multifamily Group, Dean has advised hundreds of owners on successful exit strategies, equity protection, and legacy-building decisions. His reputation is built on trust, deep market knowledge, and fierce commitment to getting the best outcome for his clients.

Dean holds a J.D. from Howard University School of Law and a B.A. in Political Science from American University. He also holds certifications in Community Development Finance from Novogradac and the UNH Carsey School of Public Policy. He currently serves as Community Development Finance Consultant at Krimson Capital Partners, where he helps structure capital stacks for affordable housing, healthcare, and clean energy projects across the country.

Dean is also the executive producer of the upcoming documentary series Rent Burdened: The Fight to Save Affordable Housing, serves as Associate Minister at New Bethel Baptist Church, and is a member of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc.

Contact Dean: 202-660-1333 Direct

Here’s how we help.

Everything we do is carefully designed to save you from setbacks and surprises.

We start with a conversation.

Everything we do is carefully designed to save you from setbacks and surprises.

Then, we do an appraisal.

We will perform a certified appraisal to get the price right.

And, run it by our in-house CPA.

Our CPA gets in on the action around this time to understand your circumstances and look for every opportunity to limit capital gain taxes and other tax liabilities.

While we seek support from our legal team.

Simultaneously, our multifamily real estate legal team springs into action. Combined, our team of agents, lawyers, and title attorneys have completed hundreds of successful transactions involving TOPA and will not only take care of the regulatory element of your transaction but also help with the human element of the TOPA equation—the tenants.

So we can market the hell out of your place.

With high-quality marketing materials, a proprietary database of qualified buyers, and aggressive marketing campaigns, we have proven to attract the best suited buyers to hundreds of properties.

And, get you the sale you deserve.

A deal isn’t done until it’s signed, sealed, and delivered. We stay with you and your transaction to the very end to ensure nothing gets in the way of a top-dollar sale.

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We start with a conversation.

Everything we do is carefully designed to save you from setbacks and surprises..


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Then, we do an appraisal.

We will perform a certified appraisal to get the price right.


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And, run it by our in-house CPA.

Our CPA gets in on the action around this time to understand your circumstances and look for every opportunity to limit capital gain taxes and other tax liabilities. 


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While we seek support from our legal team.

Simultaneously, our multifamily real estate legal team springs into action. Combined, our team of agents, lawyers, and title attorneys have completed hundreds of successful transactions involving TOPA and will not only take care of the regulatory element of your transaction but also help with the human element of the TOPA equation�the tenants.


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So we can market the hell out of your place.

With high-quality marketing materials, a proprietary database of qualified buyers, and aggressive marketing campaigns, we have proven to attract the best suited buyers to hundreds of properties.


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And, get you the sale you deserve.

A deal isn't done until it's signed, sealed, and delivered. We stay with you and your transaction to the very end to ensure nothing gets in the way of a top-dollar sale.

Let’s talk about your place.

You might still be wondering…

What is TOPA and why might I need legal guidance?2023-02-16T20:48:50+00:00

The District of Columbia’s Tenant Opportunity to Purchase Act (commonly known as TOPA), gives tenants the right of first refusal for the purchase of residential dwellings in which they live. TOPA applies to all multi-unit apartment buildings and to single-family homes occupied by tenants who are seniors or have disabilities.

Before the owner of a tenant-occupied property can sell the building, the owner must first provide the tenant or tenants with the opportunity to purchase that residence. TOPA gives tenants the right to sell or transfer their purchasing rights to other parties. This is often much easier and more financially desirable for the tenants rather than trying to buy the property.

Owners of multifamily properties are not able to sell their property without demonstrating that all TOPA-related requirements have been met. This has resulted in the development of a predatory cottage industry of tenant activists, lawyers, non-profits, and developers, who aggressively work to buy and sell these TOPA rights. TOPA has done very little to convert a significant number of renters into homeowners and can add significant expense and delay to a transaction. We help you mitigate your risks and take advantage of often-overlooked opportunities.

Why do I need an accountant to look over the sale?2023-02-16T20:50:26+00:00

Avoiding unnecessary taxes and timing the sale are all things a certified accountant can help with.

Legal & accountant fees sound expensive—how much does it cost to work with you?2023-02-16T20:51:22+00:00

The costs are only paid upon a successful sale.

How do you market properties?2023-02-16T20:52:08+00:00

The real question is how don’t we market properties. Download this guide and take a look.

Why do you offer so much extra support?2023-02-16T20:52:40+00:00

To be frank, it’s a win for us both. There can be a ton of confusion (and frustration) when it comes time to sell a multifamily property and, since we live and breathe this work every day, there’s no reason we shouldn’t help you walk through it. To be trusted is an honor, really. Plus, when you sell for top dollar, we earn top dollar… so getting the details right is worth both our time.

What should I know about the market before I sell?2023-02-16T20:54:56+00:00

It’s no secret that the market changes all the time; we encourage you to subscribe to our quarterly marketing report so you don’t miss a beat.

Can you help me buy a property? Or develop land?2023-02-16T20:56:12+00:00

We can! Our associates have expertise in sales, acquisition, development, finance, and valuation, which extends to conventional apartment properties, condo development and conversions, student housing, and residential income development land. Click “Start the Conversation” to talk about your goals.

Have another question? Reach out!
We’re happy to demystify the process.

Let’s talk.

Simply click “Start the Conversation” to complete an interest form or call us directly at 202-888-7519.

Just don’t wait. Even if you’re not sure you’re ready to sell, it’s better you get all the facts sooner rather than later. It’s not our nature to pressure, so there’s no reason not to talk.

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