Long & Foster Real Estate welcomes Amanda Akbar to its Long & Foster Grove office in Richmond, Va. Akbar will specialize in working with homebuyers and sellers.
“We are very excited and fortunate to have Amanda join our team of highly trained professionals,” said Beth Dalton, manager of the Long & Foster Grove office. “The combination of Long & Foster and Amanda’s unique skills and knowledge will no doubt provide the highest level of service to local buyers and sellers.”
Akbar is participating in Long & Foster’s Success Path program, which offers extensive training and resources for agents at any stage of their career. The program’s curriculum includes tools for agents to build their business, mentor-style programs, techniques for prospecting and working with buyers and sellers, skills for negotiating and more. Akbar holds membership in the Richmond Association of Realtors.
“After relocating to Richmond three years ago—and falling in love with its charm, diversity, and lifestyle—I’ve made it my mission to help others find their place here, too,” Akbar said.
Akbar’s extensive background in marketing and advertising, from running her own nutrition practice, gives her clients a real advantage when it comes to pricing, presenting, and positioning homes in a competitive market. Whether it’s crafting a smart listing strategy or helping buyers see the full potential of a property, she brings a sharp eye and creative approach to every transaction.
“The dynamics of today’s residential real estate market are constantly changing. Participating in our Success Path program has provided Amanda with the right tools to meet those changing dynamics,” said Patrick Bain, CEO and president of The Long & Foster Companies. “We welcome Amanda to Long & Foster, a company that has helped local buyers and sellers reach their homeownership goals for over 50 years.”
Outside of real estate, Amanda teaches dance part-time in Midlothian and actively volunteers with nonprofit dog rescue organizations—two passions that reflect her love for connection, movement, and giving back to the community.
Whether a client is buying, selling, or relocating, Amanda combines strategic thinking, personalized service, and a heart for helping others find where they truly belong.
Long & Foster Real Estate is one of the nation’s top real estate companies as part of HomeServices of America. For more information, visit LongandFoster.com.