The Ampuero Group

Real Estate, Reimagined.

Where every client is treated like family.

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Carolina Ampuero, founder of Ampuero Group
Our Story

People at the center of everything we do.

At the Ampuero Group, people have always been at the center of everything we do. Founded by Carolina Ampuero, the team was built on the belief that buying or selling a home is far more than a transaction, it's a deeply personal milestone. The experience should feel thoughtful, supportive, and genuinely cared for from beginning to end.

Rooted in Maryland and Virginia, Ampuero Group works closely with first time buyers, sellers, growing families, bilingual clients, and seasoned investors who want both strong guidance and a more personal experience. Every client relationship is approached with calm communication, intentional strategy, and an understanding that no two stories are ever the same.

Whether it's helping sellers maximize their home's value through thoughtful preparation and staging, or guiding first time buyers through financing options, grants, and seller concessions, every detail is handled with care and purpose.

This is real estate done differently, with warmth, honesty, and attention to the details that matter most. An experience where you feel informed, protected, and truly seen every step of the way.

Carolina Founder & Team Lead
What We Do

A full service experience, personally guided.

Whether you're searching for your first home, preparing to list, or growing your portfolio, we bring strategy, modern marketing, and steady support to every client we serve.

Buying

Calm, informed guidance through one of life's biggest decisions. We walk with first time and seasoned buyers from pre approval to keys in hand.

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Selling

Editorial marketing, sharp pricing strategy, and luxury level presentation. We position your home to attract the right buyer at the right number.

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Investing

From your first rental to a curated portfolio. We help you identify long term value, smart neighborhoods, and properties that move you forward.

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The Team

Three women. One philosophy.

Bilingual, deeply local, and quietly obsessed with the details. Meet the team behind Ampuero Group.

Carolina Ampuero

Carolina Ampuero

Founder · Team Lead

Carolina Ampuero built the Ampuero Group around the kind of experience she would want for her own family, thoughtful guidance, honest communication, and someone who truly cares through every step of the process. She specializes in helping sellers maximize the value of their homes, guiding first time buyers, supporting bilingual clients, and helping families make long term decisions.

Over the course of her career, Carolina has closed over $50 million in lifetime sales, been recognized as a Coldwell Banker 30 Under 30 member, Top 250 Latino Agent 2025, Top Washingtonian Agent 2025, Northern Virginia Magazine Top Producing Agent 2025, Top 1000 Agent by NOVA Real Producers and the GCAAR Gold Award.

First time buyers · Negotiation · Bilingual · Sellers · Investors
Marisol Merino

Marisol Merino

Buyer & Seller Specialist

Marisol Merino is a Realtor with a strong passion for helping clients find the perfect place to call home. Having grown up around real estate with her father working as a builder, she developed an early understanding of the industry and a deep appreciation for quality homes. She studied IT at George Mason University, bringing a detail oriented and problem solving approach to every transaction.

Buyer strategy · Seller representation · Showings · Client care · Listing Prep
Viviana Ampuero

Viviana Ampuero

Transaction Coordinator · Client Care

Viviana Ampuero is our transaction coordinator, social media, events and client care manager, known for her reliability and people first approach. Raised in Northern Virginia and a George Mason University graduate with a degree in Business Information Systems, she brings a strong attention to detail and organization to every client experience.

Marketing · Client Care · Social Media
Kind Words

Relationships over transactions.

Every home we help close becomes a chapter in a longer story. These are a few of those stories.

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★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Carolina was an absolute joy to work with! From our initial consultation through closing day, she was consistently responsive, knowledgeable, and truly had our best interests at heart. She always took the time to answer our questions, negotiated hard to get us a great deal on our home, and made herself available for quick calls whenever we needed guidance. As first time buyers, her reassurance, patience, and clear explanations made the entire process feel far less overwhelming. We felt supported every step of the way and couldn't be happier with the experience. I truly could not recommend Carolina more!

The Choque Family
Lakeridge · First Time Buyers
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★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Working with Carolina was such a great experience. I first contacted Carolina in 2022. She sat with me and went through the entire process. Fast forward to 2025 and we picked up right where we left off. We were in such great hands! She led us to our mortgage broker, was SO knowledgeable of the different programs and grants counties offer which helped us save so much! Carolina was understanding, patient and we never felt rushed to make a decision. Her knowledge and negotiation skills got us the best deal we could have asked for! If you're looking for a reliable, understanding, patient, and just overall best in the real estate industry, reach out to Carolina!

The Guerrero Family
Dumfries · First Time Buyers
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★ ★ ★ ★ ★

I truly had an exceptional experience working with Carolina throughout my homebuying process. From the very beginning, she made everything feel clear, manageable, and tailored to my pace, even though my journey was a bit unconventional. Two years ago, I met with her for a first time homebuyer consult so I could understand what I needed to prepare for. She was patient, informative, and never once made me feel rushed. I spent time getting everything in order, and one day I visited an open house on my own and ended up loving the property. I reached out to her immediately, and she jumped right in with full support. I told her exactly what I had and what I needed the numbers to look like, and she delivered beyond my expectations. She negotiated confidently and strategically, always advocating for me as if she were buying the home herself. I can genuinely say she got me the deal of my dreams. She also connected me with an incredible team, from my lender to my inspector, and I felt completely supported by everyone she brought into the process. Because of her knowledge, responsiveness, and attention to detail, I truly feel like I worked with the best of the best. I'm incredibly grateful and would recommend her without hesitation.

Ana V.
Arlington · First Time Buyer
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★ ★ ★ ★ ★

80k over the list price is just impressive and Carolina has been the key for getting such a great deal on the sale of my parents' house. Thank you Carolina for your professionalism and attention to detail. You really impressed me with your knowledge of the market and how everything works. From the moment my parents met you, they felt good about you and your direction and now they feel blessed to have hired you to sell their house. They loved their house and it wasn't an easy decision to get rid of it, but all their years of hard work have now paid off. Thank you again and keep up the good work!

The Zapata Family
Arlington · Sellers
Client Impact

Numbers that mean something.

Real dollars saved, real grants found, real families moved. A look at what advocacy actually adds up to.

2025 Recap
$237,002
Negotiated in closing cost help for our buyer clients
$70,235
Found in first time buyer grants
2024 Recap
$187,698
Negotiated in closing cost help for our buyer clients
$63,149
Found in first time buyer grants
Featured Listings

A curated selection of homes we are proud to represent.

Listing in Fort Washington, Maryland For Sale
$800,000
Fort Washington, Maryland
4 Beds 4 Baths 4,842 Sq Ft
Listing in Woodbridge, Virginia For Sale
$332,900
Woodbridge, Virginia
2 Beds 2 Baths 1,392 Sq Ft
Listing in Fort Washington, Maryland For Sale
$415,000
Fort Washington, Maryland
4 Beds 2 Baths 1,203 Sq Ft
Upcoming Events

Come spend a little time with us.

Educational seminars, client appreciation moments, and seasonal gatherings. Save the dates below and we'll share locations soon.

The Ampuero Group team
June
First Time Buyer Seminar
Date TBD
August
Credit Repair Seminar
Date TBD
October
Client Appreciation Event
Date TBD
December
Pictures with Santa
Date TBD
Let's Connect

Let's find your home.

Whether you are starting to dream about your first home or quietly thinking about your next move, we'd love to hear from you. No pressure, no scripts, just a real conversation.

Email
homes@soldbycarolina.com
Call or Text
703 725 6183
Serving
Virginia and Maryland
Complimentary

Schedule a free 45 minute consultation.

A relaxed conversation about your goals, your timeline, and what would actually feel like a great next step. No pressure, no scripts.

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Or call or text 703 725 6183