About VHS Property Management

About Us

Why Choose Our Property Management Company

The Real Estate Store, Inc. / VHS Property Management is a Real Estate Brokerage licensed in the Commonwealth of Virginia. We have been managing properties since 2008. We are the best full service Property Management Company in Culpeper, Warrenton, Culpeper County, Fauquier County, Lake of the Woods, Locust Grove, Madison, Orange, Brandy Station, Rixeyville, Amissville, Jeffersonton, Elkwood, Goldvein, Bealeton, Remington, Sumerduck, Stevensburg, Midland, and the surrounding areas. We offer a full range of property management services tailored to you as an investor, homeowner, or landlord. We have an extensive portfolio of single family homes, townhouses and condos.

High Standards, Long Term Tenants, and Property Care That Feels Personal

In many towns, long-standing companies are often assumed to be the best choice, but traditional methods don’t always deliver quality property management—especially in repairs, customer service, technology, and market awareness. VHS Property Management stands apart by focusing on preserving your property, providing excellent service to owners and tenants, investing in technology, and staying ahead of trends. Our superior presentation standards attract quality tenants and help homes rent faster, often within 15–30 days. We treat every property as if it were our own, working with trusted contractors to ensure quality at fair prices, keeping expenses in check, and reducing turnover with proactive maintenance that leads to average tenancies of three years.

Meet the Team

Karen Souder Owner and Broker

Karen M. Souder is the Owner and Principal Broker of The Real Estate Store, Inc. / VHS Property Management and has been a licensed Realtor since 2003. Karen was born and raised in Fairfax County. Her roots are entrepreneurial stemming from a 50- year family history in real estate. After gaining market insight and experience in real estate investment properties and buying and selling real estate and property management, Karen decided to open VHS Property Management in 2008 and The Real Estate Store, Inc. in 2015. High quality standards, education, innovation, and expertise are high priorities for Karen and The Real Estate Store, Inc. / VHS Property Management. Karen and her husband have lived in Culpeper for over fifteen years, and today, enjoy raising their daughter and caring for their pets. An avid animal lover, Karen has a special passion for horses and ran a horse rescue organization for ten years. She had also volunteered for her local humane society for several years.

Carlos "Sam" Aguilar Maintenance Coordinator

Carlos "Sam" Aguilar is the Maintenance Coordinator for VHS Management, dedicated to ensuring all maintenance requests are addressed promptly and professionally. As the primary point of contact for work orders, Sam oversees the coordination between tenants, property owners, and trusted service providers to ensure repairs and maintenance are completed efficiently. A 2014 graduate of SLU and fluent in four languages, Sam excels in clear communication, making the maintenance process smooth and stress-free for everyone involved. His role is critical in maintaining the quality and functionality of properties, helping to create a positive experience for both owners and tenants.

We Take Pride in Our Well-Maintained Homes

We are in business to manage your property in the most financially affordable way and mitigate your risk as a landlord. We are people that enjoy building strong relationships with our clients, are hands on across the board and take pride in the properties we represent. We pride ourselves on properly maintaining homes for our owners that consistently attract and keep qualified tenants. We understand rural and suburban settings and bring expert knowledge to these areas.