Rhonda Howlett's (rhowlett) Blog

Enjoy a Large Porch to Relax on in Richmond VA       http://view.paradym.com/applets/flashviewer2/viewer.asp?t=3718378&sk=59&prt=10007 OverviewMaps $99,950 Single Family Home Description: Welcome to 3328 Walmsley, located at the corner of Walmsley and Angus St. Relax on the front porch and enjoy...

**********OPEN HOUSE ON FEBRUARY 27 & 28, FROM 2-4 PM!!*************     Virtual Tour   OverviewMaps Price:  $224,900 Single Family Home Description: Welcome to 11402 Homestead Ln in Henrico. This adorable ranch home is very well maintained and is in a cul-de-sac. There are hardwood floors in al...

Renovated Gem in Colonial Heights  OverviewMapsPhotosDescriptionOpen House $129,900 Single Family Home Description: Welcome home to this newly renovated gem in Colonial Heights. This custom home offers two bedrooms downstairs and has a master suite upstairs that used to be an attic. There are ne...

Donating Is Not Just Money But Also Time    Sometimes we want to do something good for our community but when we're busy and we have a business that is thriving, it may be hard to find the time. The easiest thing you can do, if you are able to, is write a check to a charity. It takes no time to d...

The 4 Keys to a Successful Flip      The one thing that home buying and property investment projects have in common is the amount of preparation you have to do to make sure your experience is a successful one.  Being prepared and informed about what it takes to flip your first house is the first ...

So Much Good From One Single Non-Profit      When I first got involved with the Good Samaritan Ministries I thought it was just another organization that helped those who were down on their luck and just needed a little boost. Maybe a place to eat and sleep for a few months while they got their l...

It’s All About (Online) Relationships      Any successful business person will tell you that having referrals from other clients is one of the best way to get leads. When someone recommends a real estate agent or any other individual that provides a service, they are more likely to hire them thro...

Home Maintenance & Inspections 101      As I was watching my Facebook feed get inundated with my friends' houses suffering water damage because of frozen and burst pipes, it got me thinking that a lot of the time we take home maintenance and care for granted. We procrastinate and forget because w...

5 note-worthy restaurants in Richmond  Being blessed with a hint of good weather a few weekends ago, my winter hibernation habits were throttled by an urge to explore all Richmond has to offer…at least, for my tastebuds.  One of my favorite pastimes is eating all the wonderful food Richmond chefs...

5 Of The Most Common Homeowner Tax Breaks  Mortgage InterestLike most things that accrue interest, they can be taxed. In this case, that tax actually works in your favor as a tax break. I think this one of the most important tax breaks that most homeowners can take advantage of because it applies...