James came recommended from the realtor selling our house. His initial talent was that even though he clearly does a lot of business, he made us feel like we were his most important clients. He spent over an hour with us on a call, listening to our hopes for the sort of home we wanted, as well as our deal-breakers. Over the course of a few months, we drove to Chesterfield multiple times to see houses, and he offered vital insight into the benefits and detriments if we were to try to compete for each house. Which houses were going to go for significantly over asking? What would be the problems with each house that we'd need to deal with over the next five years? He was blunt and honest, and his greatest talent is his unrivaled knowledge of both the market and the needs of a house, so that we had as clear a picture as possible. When we found a house we loved, he did not sugarcoat what it would take to get it, and we met those terms and came away with it. We HIGHLY recommend James!

We just closed on the sale of the third house with James and his team. Every experience has been a positive one and I cannot imagine ever working with anyone else. We know that we are in good hands and he makes what is often one of the most stressful financial transactions in one's life easy to navigate and stress-free. There is a reason that he and his team are consistently ranked as the best of the best in Richmond. He is the consummate professional and a truly good and caring human being.

James is hands down the absolute BEST agent we've ever worked with. We've now closed on seven real estate transactions with James from both sides - as buyers and sellers. Needless to say our first encounter with James was by chance as we were relocating to Richmond from Vermont 13 years ago as a family of 6. James' assistance relocating from Vermont to Richmond was nothing less than exceptional. As hard as it is to believe, each transaction since has increasingly elevated the level of personalized service and professionalism James has provided. His responsivness, knowledge, expansive networking across the real estate marketplace is unparalled!! Whatever, your real estate needs, James is certainly the real estate professional you can TRUST and RELY on.

Mike and Lynn Herron

When making the move to the Richmond, VA area I wanted to find a realtor that was rooted in RVA and had a great reputation. I asked my seller's agent in WV for a recommendation and she suggested James Strum, and I am sure glad she did! James made the experience of buying a home in an unfamiliar area stress free and seamless. We were able to find a great home in the amazing community of Brandermill in Midlothian, VA. James had our back the entire way, he saved us time and money more than once and even connected us with contractors to make some updates before we moved in. James is my trusted go to Real Estate agent, his advice and friendship have been priceless along the way. If you're looking to buy or sell in the Richmond area, reach out to James and his team of agents at The Strum Group!