Austin Futch, Century 21 Smith Branch, LLC.

06/25/2026

1443 Madison Ave is ready for it's next owner, and here's a great opportunity to see the real numbers! This 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom home is over 1700 square feet and has all that you're looking for and more. Spacious backyard, well-kept living area, and an enclosed garage? At this price, you can't beat it. Call today for your private showing!

“Your Journey Home, Backed by Expertise.”
Austin Futch
Associate Broker | ABR, SFR
Century 21 Smith Branch, LLC
1814 US HWY 41 N Tifton, GA 31794
📞 229-425-7822 | 📧 [email protected]

06/23/2026

06/18/2026

‼️PROPERTY SPOTLIGHT‼️Listed affordably at $169,500💵

Situated in one of Fitzgerald's most convenient neighborhoods, 163 Washington Avenue is the perfect home to fit your needs! This home is located near highways to take you straight to Tifton and Douglas and is walking distance to Fitzgerald's historic downtown. "NEW" is the best word to describe this home. It has been almost fully renovated. Inside the home you'll find new LVP and carpet throughout, new countertops and cabinets, stainless steel appliances, HVAC, and roof. This home also features cozy bedrooms offering plenty of space to relax without having to clean a mansion. Don't miss this incredible starter home. It's a rarity at this price point! Seller holds an active Georgia Real Estate License.

Call me today for your private showing!

Your Journey Home, Backed by Expertise.
Austin Futch, ABR, SFR
Associate Broker
📲229-425-7822
Century 21 Smith Branch, LLC
📲229-386-8737
1814 US HWY 41 N
Tifton, GA 31794.

04/26/2026

It’s my birthday today 🎂

Another year older… and somehow still explaining to people that you don’t need 20% down to buy a house 😂

Real talk though—I’m grateful.

Grateful for the people who trust me with one of the biggest decisions of their lives.
Grateful for the conversations, the deals, and even the stressful moments that somehow always work out.

If you’ve supported me, referred me, or worked with me—I appreciate you more than you know.

Now if you really want to get me a birthday gift…
👉 Let me help you buy or sell a house this year 😎

04/25/2026

House hunting in South Georgia be like:

“Nice home, good price…”
scrolls photos
…and there’s a random room with carpet in the bathroom. 🤨

Or my personal favorite:
“Recently updated”
Translation: one new light fixture and a prayer.

All jokes aside—this is why having someone who knows what to look for matters.

I’ll tell you what’s legit, what’s lipstick on a pig, and what’s going to cost you money later.

04/24/2026

First-time buyers—this is the part nobody explains:

Your monthly payment is NOT just your loan.

It’s:
🏡 Mortgage
🏡 Property taxes
🏡 Insurance
🏡 Sometimes HOA

That’s why two people approved for the same price range can have totally different comfort levels.

The goal isn’t “buy the most house possible.”
The goal is “buy the right house without stressing every month.”

If you want, I’ll break down real numbers based on your situation so you actually know what to expect.

04/23/2026

Hot take: your home is NOT worth what Zillow says.

Sometimes it’s worth more.
Sometimes… it’s painfully less.

What actually determines your home’s value:
✔️ Condition (not what you think it is—what buyers think it is)
✔️ Location (yes, even inside the same neighborhood)
✔️ Timing (market shifts matter more than people realize)
✔️ Competition (what else is for sale right now)

If you’re even thinking about selling this year, you need real numbers—not guesses.

I’ll run it for you. Free. No awkward “so when are you listing?” conversation attached.

04/22/2026

You don’t realize how fast rent adds up until you do the math… and then suddenly you need to sit down. 😅

If you’re paying $1,200/month, that’s:
👉 $14,400/year
👉 $72,000 in 5 years

And at the end of it… you own exactly zero percent of the place.

I’m not saying buying is right for everyone—but a LOT of people think they can’t buy when they actually can.

If you’ve ever wondered “could I actually pull it off?” shoot me a message. I’ll give you a straight answer—no pressure, no fluff.

04/21/2026

Spent some time this week on the other side of the field… umpiring little league baseball and softball ⚾️

I’ll tell you this—making calls in real estate is a whole lot easier than making them behind the plate 😅

But I enjoyed it. A lot.

Being out there reminded me why I love what I do. Real estate isn’t just about houses—it’s about people, families, and the community we’re all building together.

These are the same families I help buy and sell homes for… just in a different setting.

So whether I’m helping you at the closing table or calling balls and strikes, I’m right here in it with you.

If you see me behind the plate… just remember, I’ve got thick skin 😂