Lamont Merriweather, GRI Realtor

Lamont Merriweather, GRI Realtor Principal BrokerOwner ABR, GRI Master Realtor PSA, E-PRO, AHWD, CNHP
Cell: 731.616.4133 678.272.5888
TN Lic 325674
GA Lic 437977

06/03/2026

Most people don't miss out on buying a home in the Atlanta area because they don't earn enough. More often than not — it comes down to habits.
Car payments that seemed small. Credit cards that felt manageable. Income that climbed… but lifestyle climbed faster.
Your 20s and 30s aren't about being perfect with money. They're about positioning yourself for what's next.
The home you buy at 32 is often the direct result of the financial choices you made at 27. That timeline is real.
Confidence as a homebuyer doesn't start the month you begin searching Zillow. It starts years before that — with small, intentional decisions made consistently over time.
If owning a home in Georgia is even a quiet goal in the back of your mind, start treating it like a real one today. 🏡
Future you will absolutely be glad you did.
Save this and share it with someone who needs to hear it. 👇🏾

Lamont Merriweather, Broker/Owner | Merriweather Real Estate Group | 📍 Alpharetta | Metro Atlanta, GA | 📲 Cell: 731-300-3086 | 📞 Office: 678-272-5888

06/03/2026

A lot of buyers still think 20% down is the only smart move. But let's look at what the numbers actually say.
On a $400,000 home, the difference between 20% down and 3% down is $68,000 out of pocket at closing. The monthly payment difference? About $57 a month.
Ask yourself — does it make sense to part with $68,000 just to save $58 a month?
That money could stay in your account. It could cover updates, repairs, moving costs, or give you a solid reserve once you get the keys.
A bigger down payment isn't always the better strategy. It depends on YOUR goals and YOUR situation.

Comment GUIDE and I'll send you a simple buyer checklist to help you think through your next steps. 👇🏾

Lamont Merriweather | Broker/Owner | Merriweather Real Estate Group
📲 731-300-3086 | 📞 TN: 731-616-4133 | GA: 678-272-5888
📍 Jackson, TN | Alpharetta | Metro Atlanta, GA
merriweatherrealestategroup.com

🏠 JACKSON, TN — 21 days. Start to finish. CLOSED. 🏡🔑That's not a typo. From the very first conversation to handing over ...
05/14/2026

🏠 JACKSON, TN —
21 days. Start to finish. CLOSED. 🏡🔑
That's not a typo. From the very first conversation to handing over the keys — we got this family into their new home in just 3 weeks.
Here's the truth about buying in Jackson, TN right now — the process does NOT have to be long, stressful, or confusing. With the right broker guiding you, it can be fast, smooth, and seamless.
Want to know how we did it?

👇 Drop "21 DAYS" in the comments and I'll show you exactly how we make it happen.

Lamont Merriweather | Broker/Owner | Merriweather Real Estate Group
📞 731-616-4133 | 📲 731-300-3086 | merriweatherrealestategroup.com

04/24/2026

📋 2 Bed | 1 Bath | 1 Acre Lot | Built 2001
💰 Listed at $169,000 | USDA Eligible — $0 Down

This property checks every box for a first-time buyer or investor looking for value in West Tennessee. Updated kitchen and bath, brand new flooring throughout, covered front porch and deck, and a full acre lot — all move-in ready. USDA financing means qualified buyers can purchase with no down payment. Opportunities like this don't last in this market. Call or DM to schedule your showing today.
Lamont Merriweather | Broker/Owner | Merriweather Real Estate Group | 📞 731-616-4133 | 📲 731-300-3086 | merriweatherrealestategroup.com

Nobody hands you a roadmap when you decide to buy a home.So let me give you one. 🗺️Here's exactly how the home buying pr...
04/09/2026

Nobody hands you a roadmap when you decide to buy a home.

So let me give you one. 🗺️

Here's exactly how the home buying process works — step by step:

Step 1 — Check your finances
Know your credit score, your savings, and your monthly budget before anything else.

Step 2 — Get pre-approved
This isn't optional. Sellers won't take you seriously without a pre-approval letter in hand.

Step 3 — Find the right agent
You need someone in your corner who knows the market and negotiates hard for YOU.

Step 4 — Start your search
Now you can look at homes — with a clear budget and a strategy, not just a wish list.

Step 5 — Make an offer
Your agent will guide you on price, terms, and how to stand out in a competitive market.

Step 6 — Under contract
Inspections, appraisals, and negotiations happen here. This is where experience matters most.

Step 7 — Close the deal
Sign, get your keys, and become a homeowner. 🔑

The process isn't complicated — but every step matters.

I've walked hundreds of buyers through this in West Tennessee and Alpharetta, GA.

Ready to start YOUR journey? Comment "STEPS" and I'll reach out directly.

— Lamont, Broker/Owner
Merriweather Real Estate Group
Serving West Tennessee & Alpharetta, GA
📞 Cell: 731-300-3086 | Office: 731-616-4133
🌐 merriweatherrealestategroup.com

03/18/2026

This one right here is a perfect example of what I’ve been telling buyers lately 👇

More space. More value. Less competition.

724 Paula Street in Bolivar, TN checks a lot of boxes—especially if you’ve been feeling priced out in Jackson.

Over 2,100 sq ft, updated, and priced under $240K… that’s the kind of opportunity that doesn’t stay quiet for long.

Shoutout to Stephanie Cox for bringing this one to the market 👏🏾

If you’ve been waiting on the “right time”… this might be the opportunity instead.

DM “BOLIVAR” or reach out and we’ll get you inside.

Lamont Merriweather
Broker/Owner, Merriweather Real Estate Group
📲 731-616-4133 | Office: 731-300-3086

Listed by Stephanie Cox, Affiliate Broker

UNDER CONTRACT 🚨🔥And this is exactly what I’ve been telling people…Homes ARE still moving in Jackson—but only when every...
03/18/2026

UNDER CONTRACT 🚨🔥

And this is exactly what I’ve been telling people…

Homes ARE still moving in Jackson—but only when everything is dialed in.

The right price.
The right presentation.
The right timing.

Miss one of those?
That’s when listings sit.

Nail all three?
This is what happens 👇

(Under contract.)

If you’ve been thinking about buying or selling but unsure what move to make…

Let’s figure it out before the market makes the decision for you.

Comment MOVE or DM me and let’s talk strategy.

Lamont Merriweather
Merriweather Real Estate Group
📞 731-616-4133 | 731-300-3086

03/18/2026

Rates to drop.
Prices to soften.
Bidding wars to calm down.
Or help with upfront costs.

But here’s what most people don’t realize…

You don’t need ALL of those to change.

You usually just need ONE shift that makes the numbers work for you.

And in this market? That shift is happening for people every day.

Spring is bringing more inventory, more options, and more movement.

The real question is 👇
Are you waiting on perfect…
or watching for opportunity?

If you’re even thinking about buying this year, let’s map it out the right way so you’re not guessing.

Comment PLAN or send a DM—I’ll break down what’s possible based on YOUR situation.

— Lamont Merriweather
Merriweather Real Estate Group
📞 731-616-4133 | 731-300-3086

A seller recently asked me something I hear a lot"Why can’t we just price it based on what the neighbor got?"Fair questi...
03/12/2026

A seller recently asked me something I hear a lot

"Why can’t we just price it based on what the neighbor got?"

Fair question.

But today’s market works a little differently.

Buyers now have more choices.
And most of them are touring multiple homes in the same weekend.

If they walk into your home and think:
"It’s nice… but that other one felt like a better deal,"

That’s when momentum slows down.

That’s why my pricing strategy isn’t based only on what sold last month.

It’s about positioning your home to stand out right now.

I analyze:

• What homes buyers are seeing today
• Where buyers perceive the most value
• How to position your home as the strongest option in its price range

When buyers walk in and feel “This is the one,”
you protect your price and often reduce days on market.

If selling in Jackson, TN is even on your radar this year, it’s worth having a strategy conversation early.

Comment VALUE or send a message and I’ll show you how we position homes to attract serious buyers.

Lamont Merriweather
Broker/Owner | Merriweather Real Estate Group
📱 731-616-4133
☎️ 731-300-3086

03/12/2026

Buyers ask me all the time, “What’s the market really like in Jackson right now?”

Here’s the truth 👇

Homes that are priced correctly are still selling.
Prepared buyers are still winning offers.
And the right opportunities are still out there if you know where to look.

The biggest difference today isn’t luck.
It’s being informed and being ready when the right property hits the market.

If you're thinking about buying in Jackson, TN, the first step is understanding what’s actually available right now — not what you saw online last week.

Comment MARKET and I’ll send you the latest homes available in Jackson so you can see what buyers are really looking at today.

Lamont Merriweather
Broker/Owner | Merriweather Real Estate Group
📱 731-616-4133
☎️ 731-300-3086

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541 Wiley Parker
Jackson, TN
38305

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