For many Deaf and Hard of Hearing individuals, the real estate process has long been shaped by communication barriers rather than opportunity. Important conversations often require careful coordination to ensure full understanding, and professional interpreters play a vital role in making these exchanges accurate, respectful, and legally sound. ASL Realty was created to expand access and improve this experience by placing clear, direct communication and community centered service at the heart of every transaction. Based in Florida and serving clients nationwide, the company provides specialized real estate services designed specifically for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing community. ASL Realty connects clients with real estate professionals who communicate fluently in American Sign Language while also working in partnership with qualified interpreters when needed. This dual approach allows buyers, sellers, and investors to participate fully in discussions, negotiations, and planning while ensuring that every legal, financial, and technical detail is communicated precisely. The company was established to address long standing accessibility gaps in the real estate industry and to ensure that Deaf and Hard of Hearing clients receive clear guidance, professional advocacy, and equitable representation at every stage of a transaction.
The roots of ASL Realty are closely tied to the personal experiences of its founder, Maria. She learned American Sign Language before spoken English, shaping her understanding of communication and Deaf culture from an early age. When she was twelve years old, Maria helped her parents purchase their first home by supporting communication with real estate professionals, working alongside interpreters to ensure her family fully understood the process. That experience revealed both the importance of language access and the impact it has on financial security and decision making.
As Maria built her career in residential real estate, she became increasingly aware that Deaf and Hard of Hearing clients were often underserved, not because of a lack of interpreters, but because too few professionals understood how to work effectively with them. She saw how misunderstandings could arise when Deaf culture, real estate practices, and interpretation services were not well integrated. This insight reinforced her belief that true representation requires collaboration between ASL fluent professionals and skilled interpreters who are treated as valued members of the transaction team. Her advocacy work led to the creation of ASL at Compass, an affinity group designed to bring together ASL fluent real estate agents and promote best practices for working with interpreters and Deaf clients. The initiative focused on raising awareness about language access, cultural competency, and professional standards, showing that inclusive real estate services thrive when everyone involved communicates with care and respect. Building on this foundation, ASL Realty was established as a Florida based national platform dedicated exclusively to Deaf and Hard of Hearing clients. The company became the first real estate organization to formally structure its services around ASL communication, interpreter collaboration, and client advocacy across multiple markets in the United States.
ASL Realty offers comprehensive residential real estate services, including buyer representation, seller representation, and transaction guidance. The company works with single family homes, condominiums, townhomes, land, and residential investment properties. Every service is designed so clients fully understand each step of the process, from property selection and contract review to negotiations and closing. ASL Realty operates with a strong ethical focus, ensuring that Deaf and Hard of Hearing clients are supported by professionals who respect their language, culture, and legal rights. Maria’s guiding philosophy, often expressed through her motto “Just Try,” reflects a commitment to openness, teamwork, and continuous learning. Beyond individual transactions, ASL Realty plays an important role in advancing inclusion within the housing industry. By formalizing ASL based services and honoring the essential role of interpreters, the company helps set a higher standard for accessibility, trust, and equity in real estate.
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