Merriweather Real Estate Group

Merriweather Real Estate Group If you're interested in buying, selling, or investing give us a call at 731.300.3086 or 731.616.4133

My Page is for those who are interested in the Sell and Purchase of Residential and Commercial Real Estate .

06/03/2026

After 14+ years in real estate, I can tell you this with confidence — most buyers who struggle to qualify didn't have an income problem. They had a habits problem.
The car note that felt affordable. The credit cards that stayed just below the limit. The raises that got absorbed by lifestyle instead of savings.
None of those decisions felt significant at the time. But they show up on a mortgage application every single time.
Here's what I tell every client I work with in the Jackson and West Tennessee area: homeownership preparation isn't a 90-day sprint. It's a multi-year posture.
The buyers who walk into the process with confidence and options are almost always the ones who made intentional financial decisions years before they ever called a real estate agent.
If homeownership is a goal — treat it like one. Start now.
Save this and pass it along to someone who needs the reminder. 📋

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

06/03/2026

If you're paying around $2,500 a month in rent here in Jackson, it may be time to take a real look at what buying could actually look like for you.
Not because buying is the right move for everyone right now — but because you deserve to know your options before you sign another lease and assume renting is your only path forward.
Sometimes the biggest shift happens when you finally see what's actually possible.

Comment HOME below and I'll send you a custom MLS search so you can see what may be available around that monthly payment right here in the Jackson and West Tennessee area. 🏡

If we haven't met yet — I'm Lamont Merriweather, your local Broker/Owner serving buyers across West Tennessee. Let's connect.

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

06/03/2026

A lot of buyers here in West Tennessee still think you have to put 20% down to buy a home. But let's actually look at what that means on a $400,000 purchase.
20% down = $80,000 at closing.
3% down = $12,000 at closing.
That's a $68,000 difference — and the monthly payment gap? Around $57 a month.
So ask yourself: does it make more sense to part with $68,000 at closing just to save roughly $58 a month? For a lot of buyers, that answer is no.
That $68,000 could stay in your account. It could cover updates, repairs, furniture, moving costs, or give you a solid reserve once you get the keys to your new home.
This isn't one-size-fits-all advice. But it IS a reminder that a bigger down payment doesn't always mean a smarter strategy.

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

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

21 days. Start to finish. CLOSED. 🏡🔑That’s not a typo. From the very first conversation to handing over the keys — we go...
05/14/2026

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

Congratulations to our own Gabrielle Merriweather, and we wish her much success next season.
05/12/2026

Congratulations to our own Gabrielle Merriweather, and we wish her much success next season.

05/12/2026

Before you search a single listing — do these four things.
This is the foundation every successful homebuyer in Jackson, TN builds on:
1️⃣ Credit check — Your score determines your rate. Your rate determines your payment. Know where you stand before anyone else does.
2️⃣ Savings audit — Down payment is just the entry fee. Budget for closing costs (typically 2–3% of purchase price), moving expenses, and a post-closing reserve.
3️⃣ Local lender — Big bank apps don't call listing agents to strengthen your offer. A West TN lender does. That relationship matters in a competitive market.
4️⃣ Start with a broker — In Tennessee, the broker works for YOU. I negotiate on your behalf, protect your earnest money, and make sure you never overpay for a Jackson home.
Skip any of these steps and you're playing catch-up from day one.

The buyers who win in this market are prepared before they ever step inside a house.

📲 Ready to start the right way? Call or DM me today.
Lamont Merriweather | Broker/Owner
Merriweather Real Estate Group
📞 731-616-4133 | 📲 731-300-3086 merriweatherrealestategroup.com

🌸 Happy Mother’s Day from Merriweather Real Estate Group! 🌟 Today, we celebrate the incredible strength, love, and dedic...
05/10/2026

🌸 Happy Mother’s Day from Merriweather Real Estate Group! 🌟 Today, we celebrate the incredible strength, love, and dedication of all mothers. Thank you for building the foundations of our homes and hearts.

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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

04/10/2026

I don't care if you change your mind three times. I don't care if we see 5 homes… or 25. I don't care if Zillow says something different.
This is a big decision. It should feel big.
My job isn't to rush you — it's to help you think clearly and move when it actually makes sense.
You deserve guidance, not pressure.

Comment READY and let's talk. No stress. No rush.

📲 Lamont | Merriweather Real Estate Group
Jackson, TN
731-616-4133 | merriweatherrealestategroup.com

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118 Devonshire Square. . , Ste 8
Jackson, TN
38305

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