Erik Amy Real Estate

10/11/2026

Finding common ground between Hokies 🦃 and ‘Hoos ⚔️ Michael Rocco and I both agree, this orange door POPS! 🤝🏼

For my newest listing at 246 Mantle, I’ve teamed up with Rocco Financial to help potential buyers!

🏡 SPECIAL FINANCING INCENTIVE AVAILABLE! 💰

Buyers purchasing 246 Mantle may be eligible to receive a lender credit of 0.75% of their loan amount, up to $5,000, when financing the property through Michael Rocco with Atlantic Bay Mortgage Group.

What you need to know: The credit may be used toward eligible financing costs, including options that could help reduce the buyer’s interest rate and monthly mortgage payment.
Want to see what the financing and monthly payment could look like on this home? Contact Michael Rocco with Atlantic Bay Mortgage at 434-944-0430 for a personalized financing scenario.

***Buyer is not required to use Atlantic Bay Mortgage Group to purchase the advertised property. Buyer must finance through Atlantic Bay Mortgage Group to receive the advertised lender credit. Eligibility and loan program restrictions apply.***

10/09/2026

🏡 Come home to comfort, space and convenience! 🏡

📍 246 Mantle Drive, Lynchburg VA

Looking for a home with great curb appeal, an open layout, and a location just minutes from Lynchburg and Liberty University? Look no further, this beautiful two-story home checks all the boxes!

✅ Spacious main level living
✅ Main level primary bedroom with en-suite
✅ Three additional bedrooms upstairs
✅ Rear deck perfect for entertaining
✅ A two-car garage
✅ A fenced in corner lot

👍🏼 Like this post, share it with someone searching for a home or tag a friend who needs to see this one!

Want more 📷 and all the details!? Find the Zillow link in the comments!

09/30/2026

🏡 Attention Virginia homeowners! 🏡

Did you know that Virginia is enacting a new Accessory Dwelling Unit, or ADU, law? As of July 1, 2027, ADUs will be by-right in single family residential zoning districts across the state.

What is an ADU? Virginia defines an ADU as an attached or detached dwelling unit on a residential lot that provides complete independent living facilities for one or more individuals and is located on the same lot as the primary residence.

If you've been debating on building that in-law suite, backyard rental cottage or even converting your garage, now may be the time to put that plan into action!

For more information, check out Virginia Code 15.2-2292.4 and always engage with your locality regarding your property zoning and building codes.

09/17/2026

I’m proud to have recently completed the Virginia Certified Planning Commissioners’ Program (CPC) through Virginia Commonwealth University, the Grace E. Harris Leadership Institute, and the Wilder School of Government and Public Affairs. Serving on the Lynchburg Planning Commission is a responsibility I do not take lightly, and I recognize that there is always more to learn and understand when it comes to making thoughtful, informed decisions about our city’s future. This program reinforced the importance of land-use decisions that are legal, fact-based, community-oriented, and equitable.

I remain committed to continuing my education, expanding my knowledge, and applying what I learn to help Lynchburg grow responsibly. This knowledge also benefits my real estate clients by giving me a deeper understanding of land use, zoning, development, and preservation, allowing me to better help them evaluate properties, understand potential opportunities and limitations, and make informed decisions. Whether serving our community or assisting clients, I believe lifelong learning is essential to being a better public servant and real estate professional, I look forward to continuing my personal and professional growth while doing my part to support Lynchburg’s continued growth and help build a strong future for the Hill City.

07/24/2026

For nearly every profession, knowledge & information is vital. Starting Thursday, I began a 12 week program to expand my knowledge on zoning and planning through the VCU Wilder School and the Grace E. Harris Leadership Institute.

The Land Use Education Program is great for elected officials, professional planners, engineers, realtors and even informed citizens. The aim is to make decisions related to land use development and preservation that are legal, fact-based, community-oriented, and equitable.

I look forward to this growth and being able to better serve businesses, citizens and clients!

07/16/2026

Council’s second approval updated zoning to allow a long vacant warehouse to be reimagined as a hotel, rental, commercial and/or event space.

1612 Concord Turnpike was built in 1899 and with this new vision, will continue to grow our downtown district. The Percival Island trail network, multiple restaurants and the new amphitheater are all within 1/2 mile. Visitors will have walkable access to all that downtown Lynchburg has to offer.

Thank you to Tony West and his team for the continued investment in our hometown!

A new event space could soon be coming to downtown Lynchburg.

07/16/2026

City Council has passed two of the most recent proposals and petitions that came before the City Planning Commission.

Previously, the City did not have any way to regulate or get public or Council input on any data centers. With this new update to our zoning, Lynchburg has restricted locations, noise levels, height (plus more) and requires an application/approval of a conditional use permit by Council.

The Lynchburg City Council unanimously approved new rules that will change how future data centers are approved in the city.

07/08/2026

In April, I was appointed to the City of Lynchburg Planning Commission. We meet the second and fourth Wednesday of the month and serve as advisors to City Council on matters pertaining local zoning, land use and development in the City.

Our meeting today, July 8th, was particularly interesting as both petitions concerned business and residential zoning and the designed buffer between the two. I feel our votes today helped to protect residential property owners while clarifying business use and helping to maintain a buffer between residential and business. These petitions now head to Council for approval or denial.

If anyone has any questions regarding the City Planning commission, please comment or message me. I look forward to my continued work to serve our community and Council!

Lynchburg Planning Commission 7-8-2026

04/10/2026

Luxury Real Estate News

If you live in Southern WVa, Central or Southwest VA, you’ve most likely heard of The Greenbrier Resort. Touted as “America’s Resort,” The Greenbrier has a rich history dating back to 1778 and offers owners and guest a wide range of luxury amenities.

Most recently known for hosting PGA and LIV professional golf tournaments (they have 4 courses total) and it’s casino, The Greenbrier is also known for its bold decor which includes bright colors, florals and bold prints throughout. The resort spans around 11,000 acres and has hosted Presidents, Royals and celebrities over the years. In the 1960s, a, then top-secret, massive bunker was built under the West Virginia wing.

The Resort owner, previous West Virginia Governor and current WVa State Senator, Jim Justice, and his family have had legal action taken against loans with Carter Bank and the Justice Family holdings.

At the end of March 2026, TRT Holdings, Omni Hotel & Resorts parent company, purchased over $200 million in delinquent loans from Carter Bank. Omni, which does not own The Greenbrier, yet, now has significant influence over the resort. This development will be interesting to see play out.

For those that have stayed to The Greenbrier, do you plan to go back? Have you been to the nearby Omni property at The Homestead? Which resort would you prefer?

03/06/2026

If you’ve applied for a loan, your phone may have looked like this after submitting your application.

This spam, known as a ‘trigger lead’ happens when a lender sells your information to other lenders when your credit is checked.

As of today, March 5th, bipartisan legislation signed by President Trump back in Sept. 2025, goes into effect. The Homebuyers Privacy Protection Act stops this practice of selling your information unless permission is explicitly granted by you, the applicant.

Be aware of ‘opt-out of selling my information’ clauses when filling out paperwork and if this happens to you in the future, report it to the FTC at reportfraud.ftc.gov.