Alisa FitzPatrick Realtor

06/10/2026

The hardest conversation I have in this job isn't closing day. It's pricing day.

I had a seller recently who wanted to list higher than the data supported. I get it. It's their home and the number feels personal. But my job isn't to agree with you. It's to tell you the truth about what the market is actually doing, even when it's not the number we were both hoping for.

So I do the work. I go back through the recent sales, line by line, and show you the real story the numbers are telling. Not a guess. Not what the house down the street is asking. What the homes are actually selling for, right now.

Here is what I've learned: chasing the market with price drops almost never wins. Every drop is public information buyers see. The moment buyers sense hesitation, the leverage shifts to them. Price it right on day one and the home does the work for you.

If you want an agent who'll just tell you yes, I'm probably not your person. If you want someone who'll have the honest conversation early, so you don't pay later, that is what I am here for.

05/02/2026

Are you stressed about an inspection?

There is nothing to worry about. Hear me out. First thing to note is we hire an inspector to find problems. If they don't, you might be upset and feel like you wasted money. Not all problems are major. Sometimes, they are pretty minor. It is their job to check all major functions of a home. The plumbing, HVAC, electrical, roof, check for moisture or organic/fungal growth, attic and structural integrity are all parts of their report. They are not looking for cosmetic issues.

Sellers can do an inspection ahead of listing. Sometimes this makes sense. A lot of buyers do inspections before purchasing the house.

Once the inspection is completed and you receive the information you have choices. 1. Negotiate repairs. 2. Negotiate money 3. Negotiate a combination 4. Worst case, walk away from the home. The forth option is not ideal, but happens on occasion.

The best solution is for buyers and sellers to come to an agreement that makes sense to everyone involved.

Keep this handy for the next time you decide you want to buy or sell a home. You always have options.

04/06/2026

Just Listed in Mt. Juliet! 🏡

2177 Erin Ln is everything you have been looking for and more! This stunning 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath home offers 1,893 sq ft of move-in ready living in one of Tennessee's fastest growing communities.
Here is what makes this one special:

✅ New roof & hot water heater (2024)
✅ Brand new HVAC (2025)
✅ Gorgeous kitchen with quartz countertops, island seating & stainless appliances
✅ Luxury vinyl plank flooring & plantation shutters throughout main level
✅ Vaulted ceilings & cozy fireplace
✅ Main level primary suite with soaking tub
✅ Bonus room upstairs
✅ Covered front porch & covered back patio
✅ Fully fenced backyard
✅ Resort-style neighborhood pool & playground
✅ Refrigerator stays!

All of this just minutes from shopping, dining, and easy highway access.

Priced at $480,000. Click the link below to view the full property website, photos, floor plans, and more!

3 Beds. 2 ½ Baths. Move-In Ready Mt. Juliet Gem with Modern Updates and Resort-Style Amenities!

04/01/2026

There’s something special about a home that just feels easy the moment you walk in 🤍

This one in Groves Reserve offers exactly that—main-level living, thoughtful upgrades, and just enough extra space for guests, hobbies, or a quiet retreat upstairs.

✨ End unit
✨ Office/flex room on the main level
✨ Bonus room with full bath upstairs
✨ Private courtyard for morning coffee or relaxing evenings
✨ Plantation shutters throughout

And the best part? It’s all in a 55+ community designed for connection, simplicity, and low-maintenance living.

If you (or someone you know) have been looking for that next chapter home that doesn’t feel like a compromise, I’d love to share more.

📍 Mt. Juliet, TN
💬 Message me for details or a private showing

2 Beds. 3 Baths. End-unit in 55+ Groves Reserve with office/flex room, bonus suite upstairs, private courtyard, and plantation shutters throughout. Nearly 1,900 sq ft of low-maintenance living.

03/28/2026

This week was a good reminder why I love what I do.

Time with clients, connecting with military friends, preparing a home for the market, working with my photographer, and continuing to learn and grow.

No two weeks ever look the same. Honestly, that is one of my favorite parts.

Real estate is more than buying and selling homes. It's walking alongside people during some pretty big life moments.

I am grateful for the trust, the conversations, and the relationships along the way.