Posts by ashackleford@hrra.com

Hampton Roads REALTORS® Foundation Awards $10,000 Grant to ForKids   Chesapeake, VA, January 14, 2025 – The Hampton Roads REALTORS® Foundation is proud to announce a $10,000 grant awarded to ForKids, a local organization dedicated to ending the cycle of homelessness and poverty for families and children in the Greater Hampton Roads area. ForKids, established…

Showcasing REALTOR® Value on The Hampton Roads Show Portsmouth, VA — 2025 HRRA President, Jay Mitchell, and President-elect, Phil Kazmierczak, were featured on WAVY-TV 10’s The Hampton Roads Show on January 6, 2025. During their appearance, they highlighted the significant benefits of working with a REALTOR® as opposed to a non-member licensee. Jay Mitchell, from BHHS…

REALTORS® Have a Heart Supports Salvation Army’s Christmas Toy Drive HAMPTON ROADS, VA – REALTORS® Have a Heart, the community service initiative of the Hampton Roads REALTORS® Foundation, recently partnered with The Salvation Army Hampton Roads for their annual Christmas toy drive. Through the Angel Tree program, volunteers helped sort toys, clothing, and other items…

New Year, New Leaders: HRRA Installs 2025 Board and Recognizes Top Achievers Virginia Beach, VA – On December 9, 2024, the Hampton Roads REALTORS® Association (HRRA) installed its 2025 Board of Directors during the annual installation luncheon held at The Westin in Virginia Beach. Jay Mitchell of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices RW Towne Realty was installed…

REALTORS® Serve Up Support for Families and Veterans at Chili Cook-off Event Chesapeake, VA – The REALTORS® Have a Heart (RHAH) taskforce with the Hampton Roads REALTORS® Foundation (HRRF) hosted a successful toiletry drive at their association’s annual Chili Cook-Off, benefiting Chesapeake Public Schools and the Cypress Landing Veterans Community. Thanks to the generosity of…

HRRA Hosts Successful Legislative Reception, Featuring Senator Angelia Williams-Graves Chesapeake, VA– The Hampton Roads REALTORS® Association (HRRA) brought together local legislators, REALTORS® and industry partners on Thursday, October 10, 2024, for its highly anticipated Legislative Reception. Held at the HRRA headquarters, the afternoon offered a unique opportunity for members to connect with lawmakers in a…

Portsmouth, VA ranked No. 1 on Realtor.com’s® 10 Best Markets for First-Time Homebuyers in 2023   Beyond affordability, these 10 markets have many attractive features for first-time buyers – from nearby amenities to job opportunities.   Hampton Roads REALTORS® Association, Chesapeake, VA – Jan 20, 2023 – Portsmouth, VA, one of the market areas served…

Hampton Roads REALTORS® Association Reports Positive Growth in Home Sales and Inventory for July Chesapeake, VA – The Hampton Roads REALTORS® Association (HRRA) is pleased to announce that the July 2024 Market Indicators Report, prepared by Virginia REALTORS®, reflects continued growth in the local real estate market. The report highlights significant increases in sales activity, pending…

Hampton Roads REALTORS® Association Announces Endorsements for Local Office Candidates Across Southside Hampton Roads   Chesapeake, VA (August 16, 2024) — The Hampton Roads REALTORS® Association (HRRA) is pleased to announce its endorsements for local candidates running for office across Southside Hampton Roads. Following interviews with over 40 candidates, the HRRA Government Affairs Committee has…

HRRA’s Young Professionals Network Revitalizes Historic South Norfolk Community Garden Chesapeake, VA – [June 26, 2024] – The Hampton Roads REALTORS® Association (HRRA) Young Professionals Network recently gathered to rejuvenate the Historic South Norfolk Community Garden, promoting community well-being and sustainability in the city of Chesapeake. Volunteers from HRRA, including members and staff, dedicated their…