When realtor Jason Dabish received news that a client’s stunning West Bloomfield home had multiple offers, the sale seemed all but certain. But when an unexpected rental opportunity entered the mix, Dabish’s advice surprised everyone.
“I told him, if I were in his shoes, I’d hold off on selling and rent it out instead,” Dabish recalls. “Even if it meant walking away from the commission, I knew it was the better move for the client.”
That kind of honesty is rare — but for Dabish, it’s second nature. A lifelong West Bloomfield resident and realtor with Max Broock Realtors (jasondabish.maxbroock.com) in West Bloomfield, he sees real estate not as a transaction, but as a chance to help people build the lives they want.
“Home has never been just four walls and a roof to me,” he says. “Home is your community. It’s where you grow your roots, raise your family and create relationships that matter.”
A devoted father and husband, Dabish balances a fast-paced career with quiet nights around the dinner table — living the very values he brings to his clients. His path to real estate wasn’t typical. After more than a decade helping run his family’s business in Detroit, Dabish stepped into real estate with a strong work ethic and an even stronger sense of connection.
He brings that same thoughtful approach to every buyer, seller and family he works with — treating their journey as if it were his own.
That kind of integrity may not show up on a spreadsheet, but it’s exactly why his phone keeps ringing. And it’s made Dabish a go-to for families all over West Bloomfield. From young couples buying their first home to longtime residents making a move, his clients know they can count on him.
“The most rewarding part of my job,” he says, “is when a client invites me to their housewarming or even their wedding. That means I did more than sell them a home — I became part of their story.”
But Dabish’s own story isn’t just about business. It’s about family and faith. It’s about finding balance. He and his wife, Mary – he calls her the anchor of their home – are raising four kids who keep them on their toes.
“She’s the reason I had the courage to go into real estate,” he says. “She believed in me before I believed in myself.”
And she keeps him grounded in his values and grateful for his roots. “I was born and raised here. I know the streets, the schools, the neighborhoods — and the people. It’s not just where I work. It’s home.”
Asked what defines success, Dabish doesn’t mention deals or closings. “It’s how people talk about you when you’re not in the room,” he says. “It’s about leaving a legacy of kindness, faith and doing the right thing — no matter the price tag.”
Jason Dabish was photographed on location at the iconic Churchill's Cigar Lounge (churchillscigarbar.com) in West Bloomfield. A special thank you to owners Nash and Eddie Zaitouna for their hospitality and for providing the perfect backdrop. Dabish’s look for the day courtesy of Albaron Men’s Wear (@albaronfashion) in Farmington Hills.