2 Virginia rentals: should I opt out of the VRLTA?

[Laura H.]

Hello, I am preparing a lease for a SF rental in Virginia.  There were changes made to the law in 2017, basically stating that the VRLTA (Virginia Residential Landlord Tenant Act) applies to all residential leases but a landlord w/ 2 or fewer SF rentals can opt out by so stating in the lease (Va. sec. 55-428.3:1(B)).  If the landlord opts out, then a different code section (sec. 55-225.01 - 55-225.48) applies.  

This is my second rental.  I've looked over both code sections and my impression is that the non-VRLTA sections are slightly less onerous than the VRLTA but don't see any big differences.  would like to know if anyone has insight here?  TIA.