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Welcome to the Ruckart Real Estate blog! We love real estate, Richmond, and most of all, providing impactful service to our clients. We hope you enjoy our take on the city and what we do, or even learn something new. In the Ruckart Real Estate blog, we’ll cover everything from Richmond neighborhoods and communities, to architecture, to home-buying and selling tips. Take a look around and of course, please reach out to us if you have any questions or are interested in learning more about any of these topics!

Purchasing an Eco-Friendly Home

An Eco-Friendly Home -Embrace Sustainable Living As environmental consciousness continues to...
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Overlooked Staging Tactics

When you're preparing your home for sale, don't forget to consider staging. Remember, a...
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Home Inspections with Sidney Lucas of 360 Home Inspections

Home inspections are a crucial part of the homebuying process - yes, even in a hot market like the...
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Is an Old Home the Choice for You? 

Is an Old Home the Choice for You?  As you consider your next home, do you imagine a ca. 1910...
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Real Estate Assessments

How You Can Appeal a Real Estate Assessment You open up your mail. You see something ominous - a...
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The Richmond Housing Market

The Richmond housing market, and the housing market nationally, have been a whirlwind the past...
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Richmond’s best James River hikes

The James River Park System is such a huge part of Richmond's identity. As summer winds down...
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Small Business Spotlight – Belmont Pizzeria

There's a reason Belmont Pizzeria is our go-to for a good slice of pizza. Choosing...
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Grow Your Passive Income

Earn substantial income with the right investment strategy Earning passive income on a...
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Small Business Spotlight: Erma Jean

Local women's boutique, Erma Jean carries clothing, shoes, and accessories for all shapes, sizes,...
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Small Business Spotlight – The Jasper

We could not be more excited to partner with The Jasper for our very first Small Business...
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Thinking about moving to the Richmond area? We can help!

Nathan Wine is a Northern Virginia native turned Richmond transplant.  Three years ago, my wife...
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Why you should use an agent

Buying or selling your next home is a big financial and emotional commitment. That's why it's so...
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Strengthening our community through service

There are several local causes we support that do amazing work and help strengthen our...
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Happy Veteran’s Day from Ruckart Real Estate

  We at Ruckart Real Estate express our gratitude for our military community and their...
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Tips for the first-time homebuyer

We know the steps, requirements and expenses when becoming a first-time homebuyer can feel...
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Are we in a housing bubble?

A housing bubble is generally determined if there is a rapid price appreciation that is detached...
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Is Working from home driving real estate trends?

It’s no secret working from home has become the new normal for many of us. The past 18 months...
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The Homebuyer’s Guide to Henrico County, Virginia

Henrico County surrounds the city of Richmond like a warm hug, offering an impressive array of...
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RVA Architecture Tour: Italianate Homes in Richmond

Inspired by rural Italian villas and Renaissance town palaces, some of Richmond’s most striking...
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Tips for improving your curb appeal

6 quick curb appeal improvements that will help you sell your home Whether they’re browsing...
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5 smart upgrades to make to your home before listing

We’ve spent more time at home over the past year than ever before, so it’s no surprise that...
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Guide to the Westhampton Neighborhood in Richmond, Virginia

Head just west of Richmond to discover a charming neighborhood with a distinct village vibe:...
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Why real estate inventory is so low in Richmond — and why that’s good news for sellers

If you’ve been paying even the slightest bit of attention to Richmond’s real estate market...
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The Seller’s Guide to Navigating Multiple Offer Negotiations

We’ve already talked about navigating the multiple offer process as a buyer — a situation...
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Moving to Richmond, Virginia? Here’s your introductory tour

It seems like we’ve been seeing a lot of new faces in Richmond, and it turns out that’s not...
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How to win at house hunting in Richmond

In today’s highly competitive real estate market in Richmond, house hunting can seem like a...
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Guide to the Carytown neighborhood in Richmond, Virginia

Carytown may be best known as one of Richmond’s most popular shopping and dining destinations,...
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Richmond Architecture Styles: Bungalow Style Homes

Looking to buy a bungalow in Richmond? You’ll find this charm-filled, cottagey style scattered...
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Tips for Hiring a Contractor in Richmond

Whether you’re preparing to sell your Richmond home or purchasing a new one, there may be some...
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Should you work with a buyer’s agent in Richmond?

When you’re looking to buy a home in the Richmond region, you might think that any old real...
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Ask a Richmond Loan Officer: Answers to 5 common mortgage questions 

Whether you’re a first-time homebuyer applying for a mortgage or you’re a real estate expert,...
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Guide to the Fan District in Richmond, Virginia

When it comes to iconic Richmond neighborhoods, The Fan District is one of our favorites. Named...
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