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!
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 just because we’ve spent the last year social distancing. New data from LinkedIn shows that Richmond is one of the top three cities in the United States to draw new residents since the onset of the […]
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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 combat sport. With multiple offer scenarios now the norm and homes consistently selling for well above their asking prices, it’s easy to get caught up in the madness — which can quickly lead to costly house-hunting mistakes. You may have […]
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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, but the quirky neighborhood is also home to hundreds of residents. With its supreme walkability and village-like feel, it’s no surprise that Carytown is one of the city’s hottest neighborhoods for homebuyers. Where is Carytown in Richmond? Carytown is a […]
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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 all throughout the city and beyond. With their generally compact size, open floorplan, and artful aesthetic, bungalow-style homes are particularly popular with first-time homebuyers and small families in Richmond. The history of the bungalow Though it’s been known as a classic […]
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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 projects that are just too big for you to take on yourself. In those cases, a professional contractor can help you get the job done properly — if you hire the right one, that is. A bad contractor can […]
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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 estate agent can help you find and close on the right place. Some rookies might even just call the listing agent of a property that interests them and move forward from there. But that would be a […]
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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, the process of securing funds to purchase a home can seem daunting. That’s why having an experienced, knowledgable loan officer on your team is crucial. Bonus points if they’re local to Richmond. With that in mind, we chatted with Courtney […]
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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 for its streets that fan out westward from Monroe Park to the Boulevard, the historic Fan neighborhood is beloved for its elegant homes and diverse businesses tucked neatly onto street corners. Whether you’re looking to buy a home in […]
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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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