Gloria Ayers, Affiliate Broker, First Realty Co. 931-528-1573

09/04/2026

If you've been on the sidelines waiting to buy, your time may be just around the corner.

You've been waiting for something to change before you buy. It just might not be the thing you expected…

08/28/2026

If the water heater fails or the roof starts leaking as a renter, you call the landlord. As a homeowner, you are the landlord, which is why experts say it's important to budget not just for your mortgage, taxes and insurance, but also for ongoing maintenance and unexpected repairs that many first-time buyers overlook.
Homes.com suggests a good rule of thumb is to set aside about 1% of your home's value each year for upkeep, helping cover everything from routine fixes to major expenses like a new roof, HVAC system or appliances. The most financially prepared homeowners build those reserves consistently, treating home maintenance like a long-term investment rather than waiting for a costly surprise.

08/25/2026

Where is commercial real estate demand building? NAR’s index measures jobs, migration, and economic growth across 300+ metro areas. St. George, UT leads at 128, while Raleigh-Cary, NC ranks at 121.
Check out your market: https://www.nar.realtor/news/economists-outlook/where-is-commercial-real-estate-demand-headed-introducing-nars-commercial-real-estate-demand-index

08/21/2026

Foreign buyers purchased $45.3B of U.S. existing homes from April ‘25 through March ’26, a 19.1% decrease from the previous 12-month period. International buyers purchased 67,100 properties, down 14% from the prior year.

08/18/2026

Homeownership remains a powerful wealth-building tool. A $50K IRA investment could grow to ~$130K in 10 years, while the typical homeowner gained $232K+ in equity. Yet the IRA homebuyer withdrawal limit remains $10K—just 2% of today’s median home price.

08/14/2026

Gen X buyers are driven by life’s many transitions. While 22% bought simply to own a home, 11% wanted more space, 10% moved closer to family and friends, and 9% purchased due to family changes.

08/11/2026

Gen X remains a major force in today’s housing market. Buyers ages 46–60 made up 25% of recent home buyers and 23% of sellers, showing their continued influence on housing trends.

08/07/2026

A lot of homeowners have outgrown their first house but talked themselves out of moving because of rates or the headlines.
Here's the thing: starter homes are still in short supply, which puts you in a strong position to sell. At the same time, there are more move-up homes to choose from, and your equity could help bridge the gap more than you'd expect.
If you've been assuming you're stuck, it might be worth a second look. Give me a call so we can discuss.

08/07/2026

What an honor to help both families as they move on to the next chapter in their lives. If you're ready for a move it would be an honor to work with you. Let's get together. 🙂