Meet April
APRIL CONTEE: FOUNDER & PRINCIPAL BROKER, EXQ Real Estate
April Contee is a trusted advisor, strategic broker, and the driving force behind EXQ Real Estate. As Founder and Principal Broker, she brings over a decade of experience guiding buyers, sellers, investors, and developers across Washington, DC and Maryland. With a refined approach grounded in integrity, clarity, and high-touch service, she leads a boutique firm known for delivering smart, personalized results.
Clients turn to EXQ for more than just transactions—they come for a thoughtfully curated real estate experience. April’s leadership is supported by a skilled contract management team, ensuring every detail is seamless and client-focused from start to finish.
April holds multiple industry certifications, including specialties in residential real estate, luxury homes, divorce real estate, probate sales, and military relocation. Her commitment to staying ahead in a dynamic market reflects EXQ’s promise to deliver elevated service with expertise you can trust.
A passionate advocate for community and equity, April is also a founding member of Within Reach Development Collective (WRDC), a mission-driven organization focused on sustainable development in underserved neighborhoods. With deep experience in real estate development, she helps lead initiatives that create long-term, positive impact in the communities that need it most.
April is an active industry leader and educator. She currently serves as the Education Leader for the Maryland/DC Region of the Residential Real Estate Council (RRC) and is serving her second term on the Board of Directors for the District of Columbia Association of REALTORS®. In Montgomery County, MD, she contributes to the Public Policy Committee, where she advocates for responsible growth and equitable housing solutions.
Nationally, April represents the District of Columbia on the National Association of REALTORS®’ Broker Engagement Council, ensuring that broker perspectives shape key industry conversations. A dedicated RPAC investor, she is also a proud member of the National Association of Real Estate Brokers (NAREB), working to expand access to homeownership and wealth-building for all.
Whether advising clients, mentoring agents, or championing policy, April brings focus, discretion, and unwavering integrity to every aspect of her work. Clients trust her not only for her strategic expertise, but for her ability to manage complex transactions with professionalism and confidentiality—making her a go-to partner for those who value excellence and privacy.