About Us
Our Company Story
My husband and I began acquiring rental properties in the late ’90s and as our property numbers increased we recognized the need for assistance. We looked at existing management companies and found them overpriced and severely lacking in services provided. This is what led us to the decision that we could do a better job doing it ourselves. We formed our own company.
Our personnel have extensive military background so we feel uniquely qualified to handle and understand the needs of military members when they receive transfer orders out of state or overseas.
We have a much different approach to managing residential rental property than most property management companies. We are a team of managers that also own rental properties. We understand the difficulties of paying a mortgage when the property is not rented. We work especially hard to keep properties rented with quality tenants. As owners ourselves, we are more dedicated to keeping your property rented and maintained.
Work With UsMeet The Team
Lisa Doud MPM® RMP®
Principal Broker, Owner
Upon graduation from High School in Rancho Cucamonga California, I joined the Navy. My first duty station was in Norfolk VA onboard the USS Gunston Hall LSD-44 (July 17, 1996). As an Interior Communications Electrician, there were great advancement opportunities, and working with cutting-edge electronics really appealed to me. The second tour of duty was at US Joint Forces Command Norfolk, VA. From July 2001 Until September of 2004. It was time to move on after 9 years in the Navy.
Using the skills acquired in the navy as a Telecommunications Analyst, I acquired a position at CACI as a government contractor. This job required travel to military bases, from Fort Lee(Southern Richmond area) to as far south into Fort Mcpherson Atlanta, Georgia. While working full-time for CACI, I obtained her real estate license.
In 2002 I married My husband Eric. We started investing in residential rental real estate. He had his house, I had my house, and we purchased our first house together. We have continued investing in Real Estate and we currently have a portfolio of 6 Single-family 2 townhouses, and 1 mixed-use building, 3 6 unit apartment buildings for a total of 30 units.
PROFESSIONAL REAL ESTATE EXPERIENCE
Doud Realty Services, Inc. 533 County St Portsmouth VA — Principal Broker/Owner
May 2013 - PRESENT
Doud Realty Services Inc., 533 County St Portsmouth VA — Licensed Property Manager
June 2012 - May 2013
Gallery of Homes Realtors, 1492 S. Independence Blvd #103 Virginia Beach VA — Licensed Property Manager
May 2010 - May 2012
All Pros Realty, 505 S. Independence Blvd #111 Virginia Beach VA — Licensed Property Manager
Oct 2009 - April 2010
PROFESSIONAL DESIGNATIONS
RMP®Residential Management Professional -October 2018 awarded by the National Association of Residential Property Managers NARPM, This designation is held by less than 795 property managers nationwide and is reflective of the professional commitment made to the industry. The professional designation is awarded to property managers who have comple
Summer Ray
Office Manager/ Maintenance Coordinator
I've been in Virginia for over 20 years and have over a decade of experience in property management. I like helping people as well as helping the owners maintain their homes as I would my own.
Elaine Bradshaw
Accounts Receivable/Payable Specialist
A native of Virginia, and having spent 30-plus years in the automotive industry, I came aboard Doud Realty Services in April 2025 as the Accounts Receivable/Payable Specialist.
Doreen Smalls
Assistant Property Manager
I grew up in New York City and have been living in Virginia for over 30 years. I have 2 Beautiful children, an Awesome Grandson, and an amazing son-in-law. I obtained a degree in Information Technology and Culinary Arts. I previously worked for a reputable car rental company for over 20 years, where I handled customer service, reports, databases, PC assistance, and macros.
I enjoy helping people, and being with Doud Realty Services has given me the opportunity to do so. I not only get to utilize my office skills, but also create memorable relationships with the people I work with and our tenants.
Belinda Galo
Real Estate Administrative Assistant
Born and raised in the beautiful province of Eastern Samar in the Philippines, I moved to Manila to pursue my college education, where I studied Pharmacy. My career, however, eventually took me into the world of customer service, administration, and property management—fields where I discovered my passion for helping people, staying organized, and keeping operations running smoothly.
I’ve been part of the Doud Realty Services, Inc. team for over seven years. I’ve taken on a variety of administrative and property management responsibilities, including lease renewals, delinquency management, running Comparative Market Analysis (CMAs) for property owners, utility management, and providing day-to-day administrative support. Over the years, I had the opportunity to grow professionally while working alongside a team I consider more like family.
With more than seven years at Doud Realty Services, Inc., I am grateful for the opportunity to be part of a company that has allowed me to learn, grow, and build meaningful professional relationships. Although I work remotely from the other side of the world, I say the support, trust, and camaraderie of the team make the company feel like family.
Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with my family, traveling, and appreciating the simple moments that help keep me grounded. I am grateful for the journey that brought me to Doud Realty Services, Inc. and look forward to continuing to grow with the company for many years to come.
Clarissa Sassan
Real Estate Administrative Assistant
Hi! I’m a Real Estate Virtual Assistant from the Philippines with over 8 years of experience in the industry. I started my VA career in 2018 and have been proudly part of the Doud Realty Team since April 2019.
My background combines real estate operations, accounting, property management, and administrative support. Before becoming a VA, I spent more than three years in the BPO industry, where I developed strong communication, customer service, and problem-solving skills. I also studied Business Operations Management and Accountancy, which strengthened my understanding of business and financial processes.
What I enjoy most about my work is being someone the team can depend on. I’m naturally detail-oriented, organized, and always willing to learn and take on new challenges. Being part of the Doud Realty Team for so many years has given me the opportunity to grow professionally, build meaningful working relationships, and contribute to the team’s success.
Eric Doud
Sales Agent, Realtor®
I grew up in San Diego California were I spent a lot of time building and remodeling homes with my father. I joined the Navy and that is what brought me to the Hampton Roads area. I bought my first house in Virginia Beach in1999. In that first property I was doing something that is called house hacking. I had two roommates that were paying me $350 a month each and my mortgage was less that $700. So I was living for free except for utilities.
I meet my future wife in 2001 and she had already owned a townhouse in Virginia Beach. We got married and bought a house together while keeping our original houses as rentals. In our first property together we did a live in flip. We lived there just over a year, did a complete remodel and sold for a profit. Since then we have purchased and rehabbed several single family homes that we still own as rentals.
Part of making the numbers work is looking at the after repairs cost and being able to cut costs by doing all the repairs your self. When the residential mortgage money dried up we started purchased Multi family properties with commercial financing.
As an investor, keeping repair cost low is the key to making a larger return on investment. In 2009 I got my Contractors license and started doing renovations, repairs and turnovers, for the property management business my wife started.
With my experience in purchases of investment properties (single family, and multi family units), I believe that I would be a perfect fit for you to help identify and purchase the right investment for your portfolio.
