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By Gem Realty Group - Tuesday, December 9, 2025

Tune In: Gem Realty CEO Stephanie Michael on the Intelligent Real Estate Brokerage Podcast 🎙️

We’re excited to share the latest episode of the Intelligent Real Estate Brokerage Podcast featuring our own CEO and Principal Broker, Stephanie Michael of Gem Realty. Interviewed by Dean Provence, Stephanie dives into crucial issues for landlords, property managers, and re...
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Blog Post Can You List a Property for Sale and for Rent at the Same Time?
By Gem Realty Group - Sunday, December 7, 2025

Can You List a Property for Sale and for Rent at the Same Time?

Your mortgage clock is ticking, property taxes are due, and that freshly staged Fredericksburg home is getting more views from squirrels than buyers. “Do you pull the 'For Sale' sign, pivot to 'For Rent,' or try both and keep every door open?”Dual...
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Blog Post Virginia’s 60-Day Non-Renewal Rule: What Fredericksburg Landlords Need to Know
By Gem Realty Group - Friday, November 21, 2025

Virginia’s 60-Day Non-Renewal Rule: What Fredericksburg Landlords Need to Know

Your rental is humming until turnover season sneaks up. The lease ends July 31, you line up an August renter, send a non-renewal notice, and start showings. Then the tenant replies that your notice isn’t valid. The new applicant walks, your calendar slips, and cash flo...
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Blog Post 2025 Cost Hikes for Fredericksburg Landlords: Utilities, Taxes & Inspections
By Gem Realty Group - Friday, November 7, 2025

2025 Cost Hikes for Fredericksburg Landlords: Utilities, Taxes & Inspections

When you closed the books on 2024, the cushion you count on wasn’t really there. The Dominion bill crept up, water and sewer bumped in July, the tax bill added a fire levy, and an inspection recheck fee showed up the same month your HVAC decided to quit. Nothing catast...
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Blog Post The Virginia Tenant Rights Form: The Move-In Document Fredericksburg Landlords Must Include
By Gem Realty Group - Tuesday, October 21, 2025

The Virginia Tenant Rights Form: The Move-In Document Fredericksburg Landlords Must Include

Stop the week-one blame game. The leaky faucet, the scuffed walls, who pays? In Virginia, there’s no gray area when you use the Statement of Tenant Rights and Responsibilities. Hand it over with the lease, get the acknowledgment, and you lock in clear expectations from...
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Blog Post Zoning Watch: How Fredericksburg’s Technology Overlay District Could Shift Rental Demand
By Gem Realty Group - Tuesday, October 7, 2025

Zoning Watch: How Fredericksburg’s Technology Overlay District Could Shift Rental Demand

Imagine flipping a switch on 253 acres near Gordon W. Shelton Boulevard. With the new Technology Overlay District (TOD), data centers and tech facilities can now be built by right, without requiring special approvals beyond the existing rules. For landlords, that means new d...
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Blog Post How to Navigate Section 8 Housing and Maximize Rental Opportunities
By Gem Realty Group - Sunday, September 21, 2025

How to Navigate Section 8 Housing and Maximize Rental Opportunities

Let’s be honest: when landlords hear “Section 8,” visions of endless paperwork and surprise inspections often come to mind. But here’s the real deal: this federally funded program, backed by the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), offers gua...
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Blog Post Fredericksburg Rental Property Tax Guide: Rental Income and Capital Gains Explained
By Gem Realty Group - Sunday, September 7, 2025

Fredericksburg Rental Property Tax Guide: Rental Income and Capital Gains Explained

Being a landlord in Fredericksburg isn’t just about fixing leaky faucets. It’s also about navigating the tax implications of your rental property income. Whether your property is a primary residence turned rental or one of several investment properties, the Internal R...
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Blog Post Real Estate Taxes: What to Know When Buying or Selling a Rental Property
By Gem Realty Group - Thursday, August 21, 2025

Real Estate Taxes: What to Know When Buying or Selling a Rental Property

Buying or selling a rental property isn't just a matter of negotiating a good price—it’s a complex financial transaction with serious tax implications. For landlords, missing even one detail in the tax process can mean thousands lost in potential deductions or une...
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Blog Post Turning Your Primary Residence Into a Rental: IRS Rules and Tax Strategies
By Gem Realty Group - Thursday, August 7, 2025

Turning Your Primary Residence Into a Rental: IRS Rules and Tax Strategies

Converting your home into a rental property might seem like an easy next step, especially if you’re relocating, downsizing, or testing out the landlord lifestyle. After all, why sell a perfectly good property in a strong market when you can earn passive income instead?...
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