Proven ways to value a rental property

Richmond property management companies are reporting that real estate is approaching or surpassing all-time record-setting values here locally. Homeowners are thrilled with the increased equity they are accruing on a monthly basis. Investors are also flocking to the area, in an a...

Screen Applicants Finding Tenants

Having the right tenants in your commercial or residential rental property can make all the difference in the world. Even a single uncooperative tenants can create situations that can cost you dozens of hours and thousands of dollars to handle. The most important thing ...

Shop Local for Richmond

A huge focus throughout the year 2020 has been placed on community, or maybe more so the lack of it, and it has almost wholly been a side effect of the pandemic. This year we have traveled less and stayed closer to our communities in the Richmond, Virginia, area. Even within our ...

Should I hire a property manager for my Richmond rental property?

Have you been trying to decide if you should hire a property manager? This is a common decision that many landlords face. Some landlords decide to do it on their own, others hire a single resident manager and some choose a property management company. Your time, needs and financi...

Should you allow pets in your rental property

An integral part of being a pet owner is learning to deal with how labor intensive it can be to care for them. It seems like If you ever miss a day or two of cleanup, the mess can get out of control before you know it. This is one of the principal reasons that when somebody decid...

Six ways to attract high-quality tenants

Thinking about turning your Richmond area home into a short-term rental income property? Your property can provide an easy way for you to earn passive income that covers the ongoing costs of property ownership and maintenance — and then some. Quality rental homes are in high de...

Spring Yard Maintenance and Cleaning

Spring time is here and spring cleaning is in full swing. Not only do the insides of our homes need inspection and cleaning, our yards also need yearly maintenance done. Often times we forget about the simple things that should be done to our home each year, so here is ...

The importance of good photographs

Got a home for sale or rent? A great property can sell itself but you’re not doing yourself any favors by making the home do all the work. There are many tactics you can use to get your property in tip-top shape before potential buyers take a peek but it all starts in one place...

Things Richmond real estate investors should do before showing a vacancy

When you have a vacancy, it’s important to reevaluate your listing. Of course, the point of listing your property is to find a tenant as soon as possible. Vacancies can be expensive, hurting your bottom line. However, if you don’t take the time to get your vacancy ready befor...

Three frightening films to watch this Halloween

A coolness is in the air here in Richmond. The leaves have begun to change their colors and fall from the trees, which is a tell-tale sign that Halloween is just around the corner. As with many events throughout 2020, Halloween may not be the same as in years past thanks to the p...