Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Eastern NC Real Estate Experts Since 1972
Founded in 1972, The Rich Company has served Eastern North Carolina as a family-owned real estate leader. With over 50 years of local expertise, we specialize in residential and commercial property sales, rentals, and property management. Our team of licensed agents combines 350+ years of collective experience to deliver personalized service tailored to waterfront properties, historic homes, farms, and timberland. As the only major independent real estate firm in the region, we reinvest commission dollars into local communities through events, charities, and economic development.Our commitment to innovation includes advanced digital marketing strategies, aerial photography, and a top-ranking website averaging 2,300 daily visits. We maintain seven strategic billboards and a robust social media presence to maximize property exposure while preserving the personalized touch of a locally owned business.
Services
Residential Sales
Commercial Properties
Waterfront Homes
Property Management
Land Sales
Historic Properties
New Construction
Rental Services
Farm & Timberland
Relocation Services
Details
- Year established: 1972
Highlights and features
- 50+ years serving Eastern NC real estate market
- Only major independent local real estate firm
- 350+ years combined agent experience
- Specialized marketing for waterfront properties
- Community-focused business model
What people say
Super support
Great communication
Professional and caring
Patient and thorough
Exemplary customer service
Services
Residential Sales
Our residential sales specialists help clients buy and sell single-family homes, townhouses, and condominiums across Eastern North Carolina. With deep local market knowledge and advanced digital marketing tools, we ensure optimal pricing and exposure. Our agents provide personalized guidance through every transaction stage, from initial consultation to closing.
Commercial Properties
We offer comprehensive commercial real estate services for office spaces, retail locations, and industrial properties. Our team handles lease negotiations, property management, and investment analysis while leveraging regional market insights. Clients benefit from targeted marketing strategies and a strong network of business connections throughout Eastern North Carolina.
Waterfront Homes
Specializing in Intracoastal Waterway and riverfront properties, we connect clients with luxury waterfront homes and land. Our expertise includes dock permitting, flood zone considerations, and coastal construction requirements. We utilize aerial photography and virtual tours to showcase these premium properties to national and international buyers.
Property Management
Our property management division handles residential and commercial rentals with comprehensive services including tenant screening, maintenance coordination, and financial reporting. We maintain strict compliance with local regulations while ensuring property owners receive regular updates and transparent accounting for their investment properties.
Land Sales
We specialize in vacant land sales for residential, agricultural, and commercial development. Our services cover farm and timberland transactions, subdivision planning, and investment property acquisitions. With detailed knowledge of zoning regulations and environmental considerations, we help clients maximize their land investments across Eastern North Carolina.
People
Tom Atkins
President General Manager Broker-In-Charge
Leading The Rich Company with over 50 years of local real estate experience, Tom oversees operations while maintaining hands-on client engagement. He specializes in waterfront property transactions and community development initiatives.
Ashley Webb
Agent
Recognized for exceptional client service, Ashley specializes in residential sales and relocation services. She has received multiple 'Million Dollar Plus' awards from the local real estate board for outstanding transaction volume.
Laura Gerard
Agent
With expertise in both buying and selling processes, Laura provides comprehensive market analysis and negotiation strategies. She maintains consistent top-producer status through personalized client relationships and market knowledge.
Tim Mordecai
Agent
Specializing in land and investment property transactions, Tim combines technical expertise with practical advice. He has facilitated numerous complex deals involving multi-acre parcels and development projects.
Rosie Smith
Agent
Recognized for expertise in historic property sales, Rosie offers specialized knowledge of preservation requirements and local architectural heritage. She has successfully marketed numerous heritage homes to preservation-minded buyers.
Questions
What areas does The Rich Company Company serve?
We specialize in Eastern North Carolina, including Washington, Bath, Chocowinity, Belhaven, and surrounding communities.
What property types do you handle?
We manage residential, commercial, waterfront, historic, farm/timberland properties, and new construction developments.
Are your agents licensed professionals?
Yes, all our agents are fully licensed with combined experience exceeding 350 years in real estate services.
How do you market listed properties?
We use digital marketing, aerial photography, 7 regional billboards, social media, and 100+ syndicated platforms including Zillow and Trulia.
Do you offer property management services?
Yes, we provide comprehensive residential and commercial property management including tenant screening, maintenance, and financial reporting.
What makes The Rich Company Company unique?
As the only independent major firm in the region, we reinvest commission dollars into local communities while maintaining national marketing standards.
Reviews (5)
Witsend
Oct 23, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Responsiveness
Many thanks to Christie at Walker and Associates; she has provided such professional care and friendship for many years anticipating every need and ways to help. Thankful for her responsiveness and service! Best agent ever!!!
Many thanks to Christie at Walker and Associates; she has provided such professional care and friendship for many years anticipating every need and ways to help. Thankful for her responsiveness and service! Best agent ever!!!
Melonie Walston
Mar 14, 2021
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Working with Laura is a pleasure. I would recommend her for all your real estate dealings. You wont be disappointed.
Bonnie Potter
Dec 22, 2020
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Thank you Juliette Sykes for helping us thru Our Home Buying Experience ! You are a Very Talented & Experienced Realtor. You were so patient and and accommodating .We Love Our New Home! Thanks for checking off our every request Our Daughter Victoria appreciates that you also accommodated her and the boys needs as well in finding us all the Perfect Home. We truly Love and appreciate you Not just as Our Realtor but Our Friend💕💞
Ashley Boyd
Dec 23, 2019
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Heather Osborn was an asset with the selling of our land in Washington. She's knowledgeable about the market, attentive and responsive. Heather was extremely helpful with the closing process since it was a long distance transaction. I would highly recommend The Rich Company and specifically her for purchasing/ selling in the area.
Dale Quidley
Aug 23, 2019
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Bryan Sawyer is Number One in our book. He is so Awesome . He assisted us in purchasing a commercial
Building . He was extremely responsive and treated us like we were his most important client. Hes a great communicator, and goes above and beyond for his clients. I highly recommend him and the Rich Company.
Building . He was extremely responsive and treated us like we were his most important client. Hes a great communicator, and goes above and beyond for his clients. I highly recommend him and the Rich Company.
