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.

A low appraisal doesn't automatically end a Richmond home sale. Curt Reichstetter of Two Dog Realty explains what the appraisal means, how to check it, four ways buyers and sellers solve a gap, and a real $10,000 example.

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.

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.

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.

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 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.

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.

Currie, a nurse, was the first client in Two Dog Realty's Community Heroes Project. Curt Reichstetter shares her story and the sale of her cabin on the river in Louisa.

A practical closing-day checklist for Richmond-area sellers: keep utilities on through closing, leave agreed keys, remotes and useful records, transfer smart devices securely, and remove anything the buyer has not agreed to accept. From Curt Reichstetter of Two Dog Realty.

Choosing the right real estate agent takes more than comparing résumés. Here are seven questions Richmond-area buyers and sellers should ask about honesty, experience, communication, and strategy.

Homeowners insurance protects more than the structure of your house. Learn what Richmond-area buyers and sellers should know about coverage, exclusions, rebuilding costs, flood damage and reviewing a policy before closing.

When a Richmond-area home sits on the market, the problem is rarely just one thing. Learn how pricing, condition, presentation, access, and marketing work together—and what sellers can do next.

Not every renovation pays off when selling. Learn which repairs and improvements help Richmond-area homes feel well maintained, move-in ready, and worth a buyer’s attention.

A practical Richmond-area guide to inspections, appraisal, financing, title work, final walkthrough, closing, and the steps buyers and sellers can take to reduce risk.

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.

A practical Richmond seller’s guide to comparing price, net proceeds, financing, appraisal exposure, inspections, contingencies, timing, and closing certainty.

A practical guide to repairs, decluttering, staging, photography, inspections, and preparation choices that help Richmond sellers avoid wasting money before listing.

Overpricing a Richmond home can cost sellers time, leverage, and money. Learn why the first days on the market matter and how an unrealistic list price can undermine a successful sale.

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.