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!
American Foursquare Homes in Richmond
From Battery Park to Forest Hill and beyond, it’s not hard to find American Foursquare homes in Richmond. This no-frills architectural style rose to popularity in the early 1900s across the United States, and most of these houses are still going strong a century later. Whether you already own an American Foursquare in Richmond or […]
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Are you ready to downsize your Richmond home?
After months of living through the COVID-19 pandemic, many of us are rethinking what we want out of our homes. Some are choosing to take advantage of historically low interest rates and upgrade to a larger, more expensive home. Others are being inspired to move into a smaller, less expensive home. Those who are opting […]
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Thinking about investing in real estate in Richmond? Here’s what you need to know
As a city on the rise, Richmond has seen a surge in real estate investing over the last few years. Renters and buyers alike are on the hunt for quality homes, and savvy investors are meeting that need — often at great financial gain. It may be a seller’s market, but with interest rates at […]
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Guide to the Bellevue neighborhood in Richmond
If you’re searching for a wonderfully walkable area just outside of the bustle of the city, the Bellevue neighborhood in Richmond is a consistently popular choice for homebuyers. With charm-filled homes, a thriving retail district, proximity to Bryan Park, and a tight-knit community, it’s no wonder Bellevue homes tend to get snatched up within […]
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6 ways to make your Richmond home more attractive to buyers
When you work with Ruckart Real Estate to sell your home, you’re working with a proven game plan that our team has developed from years of experience. This three-part home selling strategy starts with getting your home primped and ready for its moment in the spotlight. We like to call this step “winning the beauty […]
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Richmond Architecture Styles: Farmhouse Style Homes
With their wide front porches, welcoming layouts, and homey touches, it’s no wonder farmhouses have us all dreaming of making like Chip and Joanna Gaines and moving to the country. But while rural Virginia has plenty of fixer-upper farmhouses just waiting for buyers who aren’t afraid to roll up their sleeves, you actually don’t even […]
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How we help buyers win in a multiple offer scenario
After months of searching, you’ve finally found the house of your dreams. The problem is, other people are dreaming of the same house — and they’re making offers to compete directly with yours. You’ve heard us say it’s a seller’s market, and multiple offer scenarios are more common than ever before. Ruckart Real Estate’s Lead […]
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What’s it like to live in Church Hill, Richmond?
Church Hill may be Richmond’s oldest neighborhood, but it’s also one of the city’s most vibrant places to live. With some of the best restaurants in Richmond, active and diverse residents, and ongoing revitalization efforts bringing new life to neglected homes, Church Hill gives off a distinctly youthful vibe despite its centuries of history. Where […]
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Should you sell your home during the pandemic? The answer may surprise you
By Tommy Waterworth There’s still a lot of uncertainty surrounding COVID-19, but we’ve come to find a number of facts about the real estate market during the pandemic. Honestly, the results make sense although the overall outcome sounds surprising. In short, the real estate market is white-hot for sellers and for buyers despite the effects […]
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Richmond Neighborhood Guide: Forest Hill
A quick drive over the James River from downtown Richmond, the Forest Hill neighborhood is a leafy enclave with a colorful history. Back at the turn of the century, it was marketed to Richmond families as a rural retreat from city life. Today, this highly sought-after ‘hood is known for its diverse architecture, tight-knit community, […]
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