Agent Highlight: Denisha Wiggins

 Introducing:

Denisha Wiggins

Realtor

Denisha, a Richmond native has been around Real Estate since a young age. Being the daughter of a successful Real Estate professional she says it has fueled her passion to make the buying and selling process as smooth as possible for her clients. Having a first hand understanding of what its like to be in her clients shoes gives her a sensitivity to her clients journey. In her free time she enjoys spending time with her family and friends!

New Agent Highlight!

Meet Kaylin Bradley!

Kaylin is go-getter and Richmond native.  Growing up on the Northside, she is no stranger to investment properties and renovation projects.  In fact, she had already bought, sold and leased two properties by the time she turned 26!  Having so much experience in it herself, she knows how to help her clients do the same.  Whether it’s finding profitable projects or newly renovated homes, Kaylin knows what to look for.   Having dentistry in her family background, she not only worked as an Office Manager for her mom’s dental practice for nearly a decade, but has been on several dental missions in Central America.  Still calling Lakeside home, Kaylin is a die-hard New Orleans Saints fan and loves spending time at her lake house with family and friends as well as finding new restaurants to try in her spare time. 

City Living Open House on Franklin Street!

We have another Happy Hour Open House TONIGHT from 4 pm - 6 pm! 212 W Franklin St. #105 is the ultimate pad for upscale Richmond City living.  Enjoy both the front entrance off of Franklin Street near The Jefferson Hotel or a private back entrance.  This one bedroom and one and a half bath condo features modern luxury and a big closet!

Other features include:

• Washer & Dryer
• Hardwood Flooring
• Granite Countertops
• Marble Bath
• On-site exercise facility
• Heated pool

A Serene Setting in Stony Point

You could not ask for a more beautiful home at such an affordable price.  There are a variety of buyers that this ranch style home would be perfect for.  A first-time homebuyer would be a great fit for example in this simple and elegant property.  With plenty of room to grow, this 3 bedroom, 2 bath is gorgeously remodeled and fits many different lifestyles like having roommates, working from home or growing your family.  If you are looking to downsize, this single floor, ranch-style home still has plenty of room for accommodating guests while providing easy access to all parts of the property.  Beautiful landscaping and mulched flower beds make this a picturesque home.

All the floors have been refinished and in the living room, you have built-in book shelves and a brick wood-burning fireplace!  Both stunning features for any home.  The kitchen has granite countertops and stainless steel appliances with an open floor plan.  From the kitchen, you can overlook the wrap around rear deck, while still enjoying your privacy— the back of this property is adjacent to Lewis G. Larus Park, home to almost 5 miles of trails and 106 acres beautifully wooded scenery.  “Bounded by Huguenot Road, Chippenham Parkway, and Stony Point Fashion Park, yet manages to remain virtually unknown to most Richmond’s.  It really is the city park system’s hidden gem,” says Richmond Outside.

Even more stunning are the 2 full bathrooms that have been newly updated with marble countertops and gorgeous, one of a kind, hand-painted sinks from Mexico.  Among all the new updates, you can count on your house running efficiently as well, with only a 1-year-old roof and a brand new heat pump, these big expenses are NOT in your future.

This location provides easy access to the river, shopping and dining, along with lots of other nearby amenities. This district has some of the best schools in the area and just a few minutes from the prestigious University of Richmond.  Drive to Carytown for a day of window shopping, get extreme at Peak Experiences Rock Climbing Gym or take an easy kayak from Huguenot Flatwater. The location really is amazing!

A truly versatile home in a serene setting, check out this hidden gem today!

9011 Old Holly Road
Richmond, VA 23235
$250,000

Hop in Before It Gets Crowded!

     The Real Estate Market is ever-changing.  Without a doubt.  There are predictions, trends, tricks, tips, you name it—  for every season.  But, because it’s ever-changing, what about the in-between times?  The Real Estate Market doesn’t  take a nap or a breather when it’s not quite spring, not quite summer, not quite fall— yet.  As is so apparent with my team’s recent trends, and my previous experience, that getting ready BEFORE the booming Spring market can actually mean you’ll be packing up before your boxes turn green with pollen and your neighbors green with envy.

     We are now experiencing the start of beautiful weather here in Richmond. People are starting to rustle out of hibernation, and if you’re smart, you’ll hit the ground running when trying to buy or sell a home.  During this time, both parties are highly motivated, hoping to avoid the crazy rush.  Buyers are hoping to nab a great deal before the competition inflates asking prices and sellers are hoping to reap the benefits of being the first homes listed in their development.  Which is the case with two of my most recent properties!  One sold within a few days and the other within a week of being listed! Because it was the only home listed in its development, the sellers got a great price and the buyers were happy because they were able to cherry pick the best of their preferred area.

 

    Don’t get lost in the sea of Spring Real Estate.  As a buyer, one of the best things you can do to take advantage of this in-between time is to get pre-approved! That way you can jump on any great deal you can find and your offer will hold more weight than if you weren’t pre-approved.  As a seller, take care to declutter your home, and have it be ready for viewings.  As I said before, you’re dealing with highly motivated shoppers and sellers, so the best thing to do is be on top of your game! 

Open House Today!

This afternoon from 2 pm - 4 pm we are holding an open house at 4806 Sandburne Pkway in Sandston, VA! This cute all brick ranch home as been well maintained. It has 3 bedrooms with recently refinished and buffed hardwood floors in almost all parts of the home. The home has a nice sized screened in rear porch, perfect for relaxing or entertaining. The pull-down attic will not disappoint with all your storage needs. The windows have been replaced and recently underneath the home a vapor barrier and insulation has been installed. Outside you will find an oversized detached garage with room for a workshop space and a large asphalt driveway. Come see this lovely home today!

If you can't catch us today, come by tomorrow, Sunday, March 6th for another viewing from 2 pm - 4 pm.

Brand New Listings!

We had a wonderful last week in the Rhonda Howlett Real Estate Team.  Our amazing Shondra closed on a house and we gained 3 new listings along with a brand new listing today! Check out some of our new properties and stay tuned for Open Houses this weekend.

4806 Sandburne
Sandston, VA 23150
$134,900

Welcome to 4806 Sanburne Pkwy. This cute all brick ranch home as been well maintained. It has 3 bedrooms with recently refinished and buffed hardwood floors in almost all parts of the home. The home has a nice sized screened in rear porch, perfect for relaxing or entertaining. The pull down attic will not disappoint with all your storage needs. The windows have been replaced and recently underneath the home a vapor barrier and insulation has been installed. Outside you will find an over sized detached garage with room for a workshop space and a large asphalt driveway. Come see this lovely home today!

11506 Bailey Mountain Trl
Midlothian, VA 23112
$164,900

Welcome to this wonderful ranch home in Midlothian. This well kept rancher has 3 bedrooms 2 full bathrooms, and is located on a cul-de-sac street. This home showcases beautiful new laminate flooring in the bathrooms, fresh paint, new hot water heater last year, newer roof and so much more! The home sits on less than a half an acre and has a huge fully fenced rear yard! The possibilities are endless. Come see this home today!

2000 Albany Ave

Richmond, VA 23224

$25,000

INVESTOR ALERT!!

INVESTOR SPECIAL! Great corner home, just needs some TLC. This home is sold as-is where is. Cash sale only. In the much sought-after Manchester area of Richmond.

3625 Hastings Dr.

Richmond, VA 23235

$459,950

Welcome to 3625 Hastings Dr in the popular subdivision of Traylor Estates. This updated brick colonial is breathtaking & situated in the back on almost an acre w/great landscape all around it. Walking into the home your eyes are drawn to the gleaming hardwood floors & how well the attention to detail in this home is, w/crown molding & vaulted ceilings. The kitchen boasts a spacious eat-in kitchen w/tiled flooring, breakfast bar, dual pantry, corian countertops, a gas range, & elegant tiled back splash. The living room & family room do not disappoint w/built in shelving & each having their own fireplace. As you make your way to the french doors onto the Florida room, you will notice exposed beams, brick flooring & access to the freshly landscaped rear yard. The 1st floor bedroom w/private bath is perfect for an in-law suite or guest room. As you make your way upstairs you will find 4 other spacious bedrooms w/generous closet space, 1 being the master bedroom w/ private bath, chandelier & a spacious walk-in closet. NEWER HVAC system. Outside is such a beauty w/a gazebo to relax in & a brick patio to entertain on. You will not want to miss the opportunity to call this house your home.

3625 Hastings Dr

The Only Real Estate Investment Mistake You Can't Fix

      I love this article so much!  It draws a great comparison between real estate investing and learning how to play an instrument or sport.  While this may not seem comparable to some, I think the general advice imparted by the writer, Sterling White, is just all around great advice for any business practice and life for that matter! For those of you that know me, I'm all about motivation and I find this article encouraging and wanted to share it with you all. Don't waste another minute!



The Only Real Estate Investing Mistake You Can't Ever Really Fix
By: Sterling White

This might come across as strange, but I feel that real estate can be rather philosophical in a sense. While it might seem odd, this is actually a blessing in disguise. This is because it will allow you to see things in a range of gorgeous shades and hues instead of a boring, monochromic black and white.

There are a lot of shades that come with successful real estate investing. Similar to playing an instrument or a sport, it is a kinesthetic skill that molds the human mind and physical ability in such a way that they become flawless in the utilization of that skill.

The Loss of Flexibility Over Time

Obviously, similar to most things in life, the earlier a person starts learning a certain skill, the higher the chance this skill will be able to fully blossom and meet a fruitful outcome. For those of you who are wondering why, the answer is actually rather simple. It is because the longer we are exposed to the world, the more our minds and bodies are jaded/conditioned. They start to lose their ability to mold, and with their elasticity decreasing by the day, it becomes far too difficult to start learning how to be flexible again.

Therefore, once your body and mind reach that highly critical moment, it is nearly impossible to start bending them in such a way that they can fully grasp the difficult concepts. So regardless of whether it is learning how to play an instrument or a sport or first dipping your toe into the world of real estate investing, the earlier you start, the more pliable you will be.

Choose Action Over Waiting

If you choose to wait to begin, despite the fact that learning this trade is going to be a bit more painful and far less natural than if you had chosen to begin earlier, so long as you have the persistence and put in the hard work, there is no doubt that you will still be able to go far.


All in all, my firm belief is that most (if not all) mistakes definitely have the opportunity to be recovered — so as long as there is enough time to actually go in to fix them. In all honesty, the only mistake that we won’t be able to fix is missed time itself, and this is simply because once it flows on by, it is gone for good.

So if I were to change anything or act differently in any way, the only thing I would change would be the fact that I would have chosen to begin sooner! No excuses. Go take action and be great!

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