Joseph Givens - Realty One Group Legends

09/18/2026

Your Tuscaloosa Gameday Vibe! 🏡✨

1704 12th Ave, a modern architectural gem in a prime location.

🛏️ 3 Beds | 🛁 3.5 Baths
🔒 Gated community
🚗 Garage parking
🏈 Perfect for Gameday or student housing
🏙️ Close to the University of Alabama

This home offers a stylish retreat with easy access to campus life. Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity!

DM us for a private showing.

Listed by: Joseph Givens
Realty One Group Legends

09/16/2026

What could $10,000 do for your monthly payment? 👀

That’s the question buyers should be asking about 4501 Cottonwood Ct in Northport.

The seller is now offering up to $10,000 in concessions with an acceptable offer, and that money could potentially be used to:

✅ help buy down your interest rate
✅ lower your monthly payment
✅ reduce the cash you need at closing

Of course, the exact impact depends on your loan program, qualifications, and lender terms — but the opportunity is real.

This is exactly why buyer concessions matter. In the right situation, they can make a home more affordable now, not just at closing.

🏡 4501 Cottonwood Ct | Northport, AL
4 BR | 2 BA | Move-in ready | Magnolia Hills

📲 Want actual numbers for your situation?
Text “10K” to 205-540-5698 and I’ll help you get real payment scenarios.

If you know someone house hunting, send this to them.
If you’ve been wondering how concessions can work in your favor, text “10K” today.

Joseph Givens | Realty ONE Group Legends

09/14/2026

Full-price offer within hours.

That’s how quickly 12580 Cottages Circle in Northport went under contract.

This home hit the market and immediately got strong attention, resulting in a full-price offer within hours of going live. That kind of result doesn’t happen by accident. It takes the right pricing, the right presentation, and the right strategy from the start.

I’m grateful for the opportunity to help my sellers get such a strong result.

If you’ve been thinking about selling, wondering what your home could bring, or curious about what the right strategy would look like for your property, let’s talk.

📲 Call or text Joseph Givens at 205-540-5698
📩 Or send me a message if you’d like to talk about selling your home.

Joseph Givens | Real Estate Agent
Realty ONE Group Legends

09/11/2026

Before this property ever hit the market, it was already under contract.

That’s the kind of result every seller hopes for.

12289 Lester Taylor Rd is officially under contract — before going live on the market. This is a great reminder that the right strategy, the right preparation, and the right connections can create strong opportunities for sellers before a home ever reaches the public.

For sellers, that matters.

Less time on the market.
Less disruption.
Less guesswork.
And in some cases, a smoother path to getting your property sold.

Every home is different, and not every property should be sold off-market. But this is exactly why having a clear plan matters. My goal is to help sellers understand their options, position their property well, and create the best possible opportunity for their situation.

If you’ve thought about selling, are curious what your home might be worth, or want to know what strategy makes the most sense for your property, send me a message.

If you’re even thinking about selling, let’s talk now before you make your next move.

I’d be glad to help you understand:

what your property could likely sell for
whether it should hit the open market or not
and what steps could help you maximize your result

📲 Message me today or call/text me at 205-540-5698 if you’re thinking about selling or just want to know what your property could bring.

Joseph Givens | Real Estate Agent
Realty ONE Group Legends

09/10/2026

Just listed in Northport! — if you’ve been looking for a move-in ready home with a great layout, a fenced backyard, and community amenities, this one is worth a look.

📍 12580 Cottages Circle, Northport, AL
💲 $300,000
🛏 3 Bedrooms
🛁 2 Bathrooms
📐 1,484 Sq Ft

Located in Grand Pointe, this one-story home offers the kind of features that fit a lot of buyers well — whether you’re a young family needing room to grow, a UA-connected buyer wanting a quieter setting close to campus, or a downsizer looking for comfort without a lot of upkeep.

Highlights include:
• Newer LVP flooring
• Fresh interior paint
• Fenced backyard
• Formal dining room
• 2-car attached garage
• Cul-de-sac location
• Community pool

If you want a home that feels move-in ready and gives you practical space in a convenient Northport location, this may be a great fit.

📲 Comment below or call Joseph Givens at 205-540-5698 for details, questions, or to schedule a private showing.

Joseph Givens | Real Estate Agent
Realty ONE Group Legends

09/07/2026

08/31/2026

I said rates might rise instead of fall. Nine days later, it happened.

The new Fed chair’s first speech just sent rate-hike odds from 1-in-3 to a coin flip — and mortgage rates are already near their highest point of the year.

Comment CALC and I’ll send you my free mortgage calculator. Run your own number before the next headline changes it again.

Joseph Givens | Realty One Group Legends

08/27/2026

You can’t see where the trail ends from here.
That’s exactly what buying a home feels like — you take the first step and the finish line isn’t visible yet. I walk people through that trail every week, from Tuscaloosa to Birmingham.
Standing at your own trailhead and don’t know the first step? Comment START and I’ll walk you through it. Or DM me — I answer every one.
Joseph Givens | Realty One Group Legends | Licensed Real Estate Agent, Alabama.

08/25/2026

Buying your first home is a big milestone, and I’m grateful I got to be part of this one. 🙌

This buyer trusted me to help guide them through the process, and I’m thankful they felt informed, supported, and comfortable every step of the way.

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
“I had a great experience working with Joseph! He made buying my first home a smooth and stress-free process, was always easy to communicate with, and kept me informed every step of the way. I highly recommend him to anyone looking to buy a home!”

Buying a home can feel overwhelming, especially the first time. My goal is to make the process clear, keep communication simple, and help my clients make confident decisions from the first showing all the way to closing.

If you’re thinking about buying your first home, I’d love to help you take the next step.

📲 Message me today and let’s talk about what buying a home could look like for you.

Joseph Givens | Real Estate Agent
Realty ONE Group Legends

08/24/2026

Thinking about waiting to buy until interest rates come down? Here’s something to consider…

Right now, experts are all over the map on what rates may do next. They could go down, stay about the same, or even go back up.

On a $250,000 loan, a half-point change in the interest rate is roughly an $85/month difference.

So instead of trying to perfectly time the market, let’s look at your actual numbers and decide what makes sense for your situation.

Comment “CALC” and I’ll send you my mortgage calculator so you can run the numbers yourself.

Every buyer’s situation is different, so always talk with a qualified lender before making a decision.

Joseph Givens
Realty ONE Group Legends

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