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Rising Mortgage Rates Cool Virginia's Housing Market in September 2026: What It Means for Richmond Buyers and Sellers
Virginia home sales fell 4.2% in September 2026 as mortgage rates rose, while the median price held at $420,000 and active listings jumped 20.4%. Curt Reichstetter of Two Dog Realty, 2026 President of Virginia REALTORS, explains what it means for Richmond buyers and sellers.
Curt Reichstetter
Oct 258 min read


Rising Rates Cool Virginia Home Sales in August 2026: What It Means for Richmond Buyers and Sellers
Virginia home sales fell 4.6% in August 2026 as mortgage rates rose, while the median price climbed to $449,000 and inventory hit its highest August level since 2019. Curt Reichstetter of Two Dog Realty, 2026 President of Virginia REALTORS, explains what it means for Richmond buyers and sellers.
Curt Reichstetter
Oct 235 min read


Should You Sell Your Richmond, VA Home This Fall or Wait for Spring?
Should Richmond sellers list this fall or wait for spring? Curt Reichstetter of Two Dog Realty explains why a ready home often does well in the fall, when waiting makes sense, and how to use the winter if you wait.
Curt Reichstetter
Oct 199 min read


Is Richmond, VA a Buyer's Market in Fall 2026? Not Exactly. Here's What a Normal Market Looks Like
Richmond isn't a buyer's market across the board. It's a more normal, seasonal market again. Curt Reichstetter of Two Dog Realty explains why a week or two on the market can still be fast, how sellers should price and weigh offers this fall, and what buyers can negotiate.
Curt Reichstetter
Oct 59 min read
Fall 2026 Market Check: Richmond's Housing Market Is Taking a Breather
For the first time in a while, Richmond's real estate market is taking a breather: more homes to choose from, more time to decide and fewer bidding races. Curt Reichstetter of Two Dog Realty explains what it means for buyers and sellers this fall.
Curt Reichstetter
Oct 44 min read


We Took Richmond's Housing Concerns to Capitol Hill. Here's What Passed.
Curt Reichstetter of Two Dog Realty met with Sen. Tim Kaine and Rep. Rob Wittman's office in June to urge passage of the ROAD to Housing Act. It became law July 11, 2026. Here's what it means for Richmond, Virginia buyers and sellers.
Curt Reichstetter
Oct 34 min read


Why the First 7 Days on the Market Matter When Selling Your Richmond, VA Home
The first seven days on the market matter because that's when a Richmond home is new to every active buyer at once. Curt Reichstetter of Two Dog Realty explains how preparation, honest pricing, clear presentation and early showing feedback shape a successful launch, even if the home doesn't sell in a week.
Curt Reichstetter
Sep 2911 min read


Spring 2026 Market Reality Check Richmond, VA
National housing headlines do not always reflect what is happening in Richmond. Here’s what local buyers and sellers were experiencing in the Spring 2026 Richmond real estate market.
Curt Reichstetter
Apr 274 min read


Renting vs Buying in Richmond VA: What Makes Sense in 2026?
Should you rent or buy a home in Richmond in 2026? Compare the real costs, timing, lifestyle considerations, and financial factors that can help you make the right decision.
Curt Reichstetter
Mar 234 min read


Richmond, VA Named One of the Hottest Housing Markets for 2026
Richmond has been named one of Zillow’s hottest housing markets for 2026. Here’s what the forecast, limited inventory, and continued buyer demand could mean for Richmond-area buyers and sellers.
Curt Reichstetter
Jan 214 min read
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