NextHome Tidewater Realty

I couldn’t have asked for a better team to work with than Rick and Alicia Rivas. They represented the buyer on one of my listings, and the entire transaction was seamless from start to finish.

Both Rick and Alicia were consistently accessible—whether early mornings, late evenings, or weekends—and their communication was always prompt and professional.

A particularly important aspect of this transaction was involving the inspection and appraisal. Through a series of collaborative phone discussions, we were able to work through each issue thoughtfully and efficiently. These conversations remained respectful and solution-focused, which helped maintain confidence on both sides that we were moving toward a successful closing.

Having a team like the Rivas team on the other side of the table made a meaningful difference. It allowed both parties to feel they achieved a strong outcome—something every client deserves.

Thank you, Rivas Team, for your hard work, professionalism, and dedication to making this transaction smooth. I sincerely look forward to the opportunity to work with you both again.

Alicia and Ricky were wonderful. They went above and beyond to help my mother, who is 82, to sell her townhouse in Greenbrier. They were hands on and guided us through the selling process every step of the way! We would highly recommend Alicia and Ricky Rivas if you are interested in buying or selling your home. They were extremely helpful, professional and knowledgeable. We were very pleased with their service.

I have bought and sold several properties over the last 15+ years and Melinda, by far, was the most attentive at addressing my needs and desires throughout the process. She searched my sometimes changing requests to find me the perfect house that met all of my investment needs. She advocated for me with the seller to get closing credits for items that were not required to be covered by the seller, but he agreed. The closing was done remotely and she kept me informed throughout the process up to and through remote closing out of state. I could not more highly recommend her for real estate needs, whether a personal home or investment. Thank you, Melinda!

I can’t say enough good things about working with Alicia Rivas to buy my home in Portsmouth, Virginia. I wasn’t looking for just any house…I was looking for the right house, and Alicia was patient enough to help me through that process for more than a year.

She never pressured me to settle or rush into a decision. Instead, she took the time to understand exactly what I was looking for, answered my questions honestly, and kept me informed as new homes came on the market. I always felt like she had my best interests in mind.

When the right home finally came along, Alicia was ready. She guided me through every step of the buying process, made sure I understood what was happening, and helped make everything as smooth and stress-free as possible.

If you’re looking to buy a home in Portsmouth, Chesapeake, Virginia Beach, or anywhere in the Hampton Roads area, I highly recommend Alicia Rivas with the Rivas Real Estate Team at NextHome Tidewater Realty. Her knowledge, professionalism, patience, and genuine commitment to her clients made all the difference, and I’m grateful she helped me find the perfect home.

I was looking for an apartment on a short timeline and had been calling many numbers without any luck. When I called Richard, he was the one to respond when no one else did and worked hard to get me set up with the apartment I was looking for! He was extremely knowledgeable and answered all my questions without ever delaying getting back to me for any kind of updates. I could not recommend him enough!

Rick and Alicia did an excellent job of working through options and positively managing expectations throughout the course of helping us select our new home. Since we were conducting the entire process while still located abroad, it was especially valuable that they took the time to capture and post videos that gave us a great understanding of our best fits, leading to a rapid successful selection. I would definitely seek their advice again in the future and highly recommend to those coming into the area.

Great job as a seller with Robin as our realtor. This was our first house sale and Robin made it easy to understand the process. She was always quick to reply and took the time to get to know us. If we move back to this area, we will seek out Robin to help us find a home!

Donna was awesome!! Despite a few false starts on a couple of properties (totally our fault) Donna helped us close on our dream home. She navigated a convoluted process and made it easy for us to close. She worked arm in arm with our lender, keeping everyone in the know. In my opinion you could not find a better nor more professional realtor to help you find or sell your home.

Bought and sold a Single Family home in 2026 in Great bridge, Chesapeake, VA. Robin did an outstanding job navigating a challenging home sale and subsequently a home buy. Bought two houses with her and sold one. She provided exceptional service every time!

Selling our home with Rick and Alicia was one of the best decisions we made. From our very first conversation, they set clear expectations, outlined a strategy, and delivered on everything they said they would do—and then went above and beyond in ways we never expected.

What impressed us most was how well they worked together as a team. Rick brought a calm, strategic approach to pricing, marketing, negotiations, and managing the overall process, while Alicia was incredibly responsive, detail-oriented, and proactive in keeping everything moving forward. Their communication was outstanding, and we always felt informed, prepared, and supported.

Selling a home can be stressful, especially when you're juggling timelines and big decisions, but Rick and Alicia made the entire process feel organized and manageable. They provided honest, data-driven advice about pricing and market conditions, helped us understand our options, and never pressured us into making decisions. Instead, they gave us the information we needed to feel confident every step of the way.

Alicia's local market knowledge and attention to detail were invaluable. She was always one step ahead, helping coordinate the countless moving pieces involved in preparing, listing, and selling our home. Her responsiveness and willingness to go the extra mile made a huge difference and gave us peace of mind throughout the process.

Rick's professionalism, leadership, and negotiation skills were equally impressive. He kept everything on track, communicated clearly, and handled every challenge with confidence and composure. We always felt like he was looking out for our best interests and working to achieve the best possible outcome for us.

Beyond their expertise, what really sets Rick and Alicia apart is how much they genuinely care about their clients. We never felt like just another listing. They took the time to understand our goals, answer our questions, and make sure we felt comfortable with every decision along the way.

If you're thinking about selling your home, we can't recommend Rick and Alicia highly enough. Their knowledge, integrity, communication, and dedication made the entire experience far smoother and more successful than we could have imagined. They are true professionals who go above and beyond for their clients, and we're incredibly grateful to have had them on our side.

Five stars all the way!

Working with Rivas Real Estate was truly one of the best experiences we’ve ever had. From the very beginning, they demonstrated exceptional professionalism, knowledge, and dedication to helping my daughter find the perfect rental. They took the time to understand exactly what she was looking for and worked tirelessly to ensure every option met her needs.

What impressed us most was their responsiveness and commitment. No question went unanswered, no concern was overlooked, and they consistently went above and beyond to make the entire process smooth and stress-free. Their attention to detail, honest communication, and genuine care for our family’s needs made us feel valued every step of the way.

Finding the right place can often be overwhelming, but this team made it an enjoyable and exciting experience. Their expertise, patience, and unwavering support gave us confidence throughout the entire journey.

If you’re looking for a realtor team that truly puts their clients first, I cannot recommend Rick and Alicia highly enough. They exceeded every expectation and turned what could have been a stressful process into an outstanding experience. We are incredibly grateful for everything they did and would gladly work with them again in the future.

Alicia and Rick were AMAZING! After working with a few other realtors in the past and interviewing a few for the sale of our home, I was blown away with not only the initiative they took to be well-researched and informed but also the genuine desire to create a meaningful experience . They were extremely communicative every step of the way the, provided excellent advice, were proactive throughout the entire transaction to make sure nothing was missed on our end, and I believe are the reason we received so much interest in our property with an excellent offer in hand. Very military-savvy and knowledgeable about the region as well. I can’t recommend Alicia and Rick enough to anyone looking to buy or sell in the Hampton Roads area.

I cannot recommend my realtor enough! From start to finish, they went above and beyond every expectation I had. They were professional, responsive, knowledgeable, and genuinely cared about making the process as smooth and stress-free as possible. No question was ever too small, and they were always willing to go the extra mile to help.

What stood out most was their dedication and commitment. They consistently advocated for my best interests, kept me informed every step of the way, and handled every challenge with professionalism and grace. It’s rare to find someone who truly cares about their clients the way they did.

If you’re looking for realtors who are hardworking, trustworthy, and willing to go above and beyond, I highly recommend them. I am incredibly grateful for everything they did and couldn’t have asked for a better experience.

Alicia Rivas is the ONLY AGENT you need!
My wife and I were comfortable in proceeding to purchase our first home in Virginia Beach STRICTLY because of Alicia’s clear communication, professionalism, and deep understanding of any and all aspects surrounding housing questions we had as new buyers.

As an active duty military member using a VA loan, I needed someone knowledgeable about the process, and she exceeded expectations every step of the way. Alicia will always treat you with respect and explain things plainly - her work ethic and wizardry are above and beyond, as any concerns / negotiations we had were swiftly settled between both parties prior to closing.

She was responsive, detail-oriented, and truly understood the unique timelines and challenges that come with military relocation. I highly recommend her to any first-time home buyer, especially those in the military looking to use their VA benefits in the Virginia Beach area.

Dever is hands down the best real estate agent we’ve ever worked with. From start to finish, she went above and beyond in every possible way, making what can often be a stressful process feel smooth, organized, and even enjoyable.
From the beginning, Dever took the time to really understand what we were looking for and made sure we felt confident every step of the way. She’s incredibly knowledgeable about the market, super responsive, and always on top of the details. She made herself available whenever we needed her—whether it was answering questions, jumping on a call, or making time for showings—and we always felt like a priority. Her communication was always friendly, clear, timely, and incredibly helpful, which made the entire process so much less stressful.
What truly sets Dever apart is her genuine and engaging personality, along with her dedication and commitment to her clients. She was in our corner every step of the way, making sure we got the best outcome. She consistently went the extra mile, guided us through every step (and obstacle), and made sure nothing fell through the cracks. Whether it was finding the right place or navigating negotiations, we ALWAYS knew she had our best interests front and center.
You can tell she genuinely cares about her clients—not just closing a deal but making sure everything feels right and that you’re 100% happy with the outcome. If you’re looking for someone who is dedicated, responsive, and absolutely the best at what she does, Dever is it! We wouldn’t work with anyone else!

Dever is hands down the best real estate agent we’ve ever worked with. From start to finish, she went above and beyond in every possible way, making what can often be a stressful process feel smooth, organized, and even enjoyable.
From the beginning, Dever took the time to really understand what we were looking for and made sure we felt confident every step of the way. She’s incredibly knowledgeable about the market, super responsive, and always on top of the details. She made herself available whenever we needed her—whether it was answering questions, jumping on a call, or making time for showings—and we always felt like a priority. Her communication was always friendly, clear, timely, and incredibly helpful, which made the entire process so much less stressful.
What truly sets Dever apart is her genuine and engaging personality, along with her dedication and commitment to her clients. She was in our corner every step of the way, making sure we got the best outcome. She consistently went the extra mile, guided us through every step (and obstacle) and made sure nothing fell through the cracks. Whether it was finding the right place or navigating negotiations, we ALWAYS knew she had our best interests front and center.
You can tell she genuinely cares about her clients—not just about closing a deal, but about making sure everything feels right and that you’re 100% happy with the outcome. If you’re looking for someone who is dedicated, responsive, and absolutely THE BEST at what she does, Dever is it! We wouldn’t work with anyone else!

Alicia and Rick were a breath of fresh air and a very welcomed change after having dealt with lack of responsiveness and unclear communication from other listing agents during our search for a rental home. We were fighting a tight deadline on finding a place, and I couldn't be more thankful that we found them to help just in time! They were prompt to respond, communicated clearly, and were diligent in advocating for us throughout the process. They acted as a liaison between us and the listing agent on the property, and they got things done for us when we couldn't get them done ourselves. I honestly don't think we would have been able to get into the house we wanted without them. 10/10 recommend!

We were shocked at how responsive and helpful Rick and his wife were when we reached out about finding a house to lease. We had already looked at quite a few houses and spoken with a number of realtors and property management companies before we found Rick and Alicia. They went out of their way to coordinate showings and helped us get into a great house. They are friendly, professional, and helpful. I highly recommend them.

We were shocked at how responsive and helpful Rick and his wife were when we reached out about finding a house to lease. We had already looked at quite a few houses and spoken with a number of realtors and property management companies before we found Rick and Alicia. They went out of their way to coordinate showings and helped us get into a great house. They are friendly, professional, and helpful. I highly recommend them.

Alicia and Rick were a breath of fresh air and a very welcomed change after having dealt with lack of responsiveness and unclear communication from other listing agents during our search for a rental home. We were fighting a tight deadline on finding a place, and I couldn't be more thankful that we found them to help just in time! They were prompt to respond, communicated clearly, and were diligent in advocating for us throughout the process. They acted as a liaison between us and the listing agent on the property, and they got things done for us when we couldn't get them done ourselves. I honestly don't think we would have been able to get into the house we wanted without them. 10/10 recommend!

Renee was beyond helpful. From start to finish she was a wealth of knowledge in the home buying process. Her response time was extremely quick and always personable. She genuinely cares about your wants and needs, while providing useful insight from both a personal and professional point of view. I could not have successfully navigated buying our first home without her.

Melinda helped me purchase my home and was great throughout the entire process! She was very responsive, knowledgeable, and walked me through each step in the process to make home buying feel easy!

"If you’re looking to sell your house, choose Bridgette and get it done!"

Bridgette was the essential factor in our home sale. Since we were out of town, she managed everything — from market strategy to scheduling last-minute repairs and painters. She is efficient, effective, and delivers results that exceed expectations. She previously helped our daughter buy a home with the same level of care, and we cannot recommend her highly enough for anyone wanting a seamless real estate experience.

Bridgette is an expert on the Hampton Roads market! She went above and beyond to sell my (very challenging) property. She will be my go-to agent in all future sales!

Bridgette did an outstanding job as my realtor and got me a very competitive offer for full asking price within only 3 days of listing, thanks primarily to her expert knowledge of the local RE market & unique capability to bring a home sale seamlessly to a close. Definitely recommend and thanks again, Bridgette!