Gates Realty LLC

06/08/2026

Want a kitchen island in your next home? Here are some great design examples to give you some ideas.

As the hub of the kitchen, a great island is part prep station, part gathering spot and part dining area. See how top kitchen designers and HGTV fans, just like you, create kitchen islands that are both hard-working and stylish.

06/06/2026

If any of these projects are on your to-do list, call in the pros unless you’ve got plenty of related experience. Find out why...

A do-it-yourself approach for home improvement projects may reduce your initial costs — but for certain jobs, the risks far outweigh any potential savings. If any of these projects are on your to-do list, call in the pros unless you’ve got plenty of related experience. 1. Roof replacement Roofin...

06/04/2026

Thinking about selling your home? Get your seller guide today and learn about the process of home selling!

Everything you need to know about selling your home in one place! Learn from the experts

06/03/2026

🎉 JUST SOLD! 🎉

Congratulations to our clients on the successful sale of this beautiful townhome in highly sought-after Sherwood Lakes! We thank them for trusting us to guide them through the selling process of their wonderful home in a fantastic community! 🙌🤩

Melissa Gates, Realtor at The Bryant Group

06/02/2026

First-time buyers, listen up! We see these all the time - don't make these mistakes!

➡️Mistake #1: Not getting pre-approved for a mortgage.
➡️Mistake #2: Overlooking hidden costs.
➡️Mistake #3: Skipping the home inspection.

Avoid these pitfalls by doing your research and working with experienced professionals.

05/31/2026

Work from home - with a view!

05/29/2026

🌻Helpful tips to remember when landscaping your home. 🌴

05/27/2026

"The true beauty of nature is in its simplicity." - Unknown.

05/25/2026

Here's the current inventory for Virginia Beach. This metric represents how many homes are on the market right now.

05/23/2026

Think you need a perfect credit score to buy a home? Not true! ✅

While higher scores may get you better rates, many loan programs accept a range of credit scores. Plus, lenders often help you find ways to improve your score before applying.

The bottom line: perfect credit isn’t required to become a homeowner. 🙌