Nate Riggs - Navy Veteran Realtor Jax FL

12/15/2025

Jacksonville’s market is staying strong as we wrap up 2025! See how the Fed’s latest decision is affecting interest rates and what it means for buyers and sellers heading into 2026. Check out the full market update!

Jacksonville real estate market update for December 2025 with insights on mortgage rates, buyer activity, Federal Reserve cuts, and what sellers can expect head

12/14/2025

Even with a challenging year, there’s a lot to be proud of. Personally I’m down 50%, another agent down 40%, and another down 37%, yet our small team still closed 75 units and over $35 million in sales. That’s a huge accomplishment for who we are and shows the strength of our systems, teamwork, and focus. Even in a market that feels slower, the right approach and dedication still produce remarkable results. This is the kind of performance that builds confidence for our clients and momentum for the year ahead.

12/13/2025

We’re on track to finish 2025 with $40 million in sales, which is incredible for our small team. I’m proud of what we’ve accomplished and even more excited about the goals we’ve set for 2026. This year has been full of challenges, but it’s also been a year of growth and momentum. I’m ready to take you along for the ride as we continue building Someday Homes Realty and helping clients achieve their real estate goals. This vlog is a reminder of why I love sharing real moments from the business... the content I enjoy making the most and the content I know resonates with you.

Are you an agent in Jax that wants to be part of a killer brokerage? Message me today to see if Someday Homes Realty is the right fit for you!

12/10/2025

This year my business slowed down a bit as we made a lot of changes, including me stepping into a new role as broker and partner at Someday Homes Realty. I haven’t stepped completely out of sales, and Shawna continues to handle transactions as well. For example, she’s over in Green Cove Springs today doing a walkthrough on a new construction deal that closes next week.

Even as I take on leadership roles and grow the brokerage, we remain hands-on with our clients and committed to guiding every transaction successfully.

12/09/2025

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12/08/2025

2025 has been one of the toughest years I’ve had in a long time. Back-to-back challenges stacked up, and at times it felt frustrating and mentally draining. I had moments where I felt down and negative, but I’ve been working to pull myself out of that mindset.

Just last week I had another difficult experience that ended with a trip to the ER. As tough as it was, it reminded me to accept what’s happening, reset, and keep moving forward. It’s been a year of challenges, but also a year of pressing on and staying focused on what matters most.

12/07/2025

We’re not walking away from our clients or VIPs, but this year I’ve stepped into more leadership, management, and ownership roles at Someday Homes Realty. After years in the business, it’s exciting to take the next step. I’m no longer focused solely on my personal sales... I’m overseeing the entire brokerage, ensuring every transaction is handled correctly, contracts are complete, and our agents have the support they need.

It’s about maintaining high standards, protecting our clients, and setting up the team for long-term success while continuing to grow the business.

12/06/2025

Alta Lakes is a great neighborhood on the north side of Jacksonville, conveniently located just off 295 near the zoo exit and north of the Dames Point Bridge. It’s easy to get to Mayport, nearby naval bases, and Town Center, just 15 to 20 minutes south. Homes here range from entry-level options in the high $200,000s to move-up houses in the mid $300,000s and above, with different finishes but similar floor plans from the same builder. The neighborhood offers a variety of options, making it ideal for first-time buyers or those looking to upgrade. It’s a well-established community with easy access to the best of Jacksonville.

Ready to find your next home in Jacksonville? Message me to get your search started today!

12/04/2025

2025 has been a crazy year for me personally and for our business. We spent most of the year shrinking and simplifying, making tough cutbacks, some by choice and some we didn’t see coming. My personal sales are down nearly 50%, which is a huge drop, and I want to give you some insight into why... I'm stepping into a new role as Broker.

Home sales overall have fallen off, even though we’re technically still in a seller’s market here in Jacksonville. Sellers still have an advantage, but only if their home is in good shape. If you have a bad house, that advantage disappears fast, and that’s really the simplest way to sum up what we’re seeing right now.

Ready to take advantage of the Jacksonville housing market? Message me to get started.

12/03/2025

The signs of a housing rebound are starting to show. According to NAR (The National Association of Realtors), purchase applications are trending higher, job growth is steady, builders keep adding supply, and the 43-day government shutdown that may have delayed some sales is finally over.

Mortgage applications were up 31% year over year last week, showing demand is still strong.

Rates are slowly drifting down, too. After hovering around 7% earlier this year, the 30-year fixed is averaging 6.24% this week.

NAR economist Lawrence Yun expects rates to improve gradually. Not a big drop, but enough to boost affordability. He’s projecting around 6% by 2026.

And no, 3% rates aren’t coming back, but even small dips can unlock a lot of buyer activity.

12/03/2025

All kidding aside, the Holidays can illuminate how you truly feel about your living situation. Too big. Too small. In need of an extra room to escape your in-laws.

Always here to help.

12/02/2025

Event season always seems to hit all at once. One party here, a school lunch there, Thanksgiving events stacking up, and life gets loud fast. Right in the middle of all that I could feel something was off. A health issue started creeping back in, completely unrelated to my surgery from earlier this year.

By Saturday I was back in the ER. The last time this flared up I spent five days stuck in a hospital room living off an IV. This time they hit me with antibiotics and morphine and sent me home. If you have ever had morphine, you know it hits fast and then leaves you feeling awful. I spent the night sick, throwing up everything in my system, and then just trying to recover. I am still on antibiotics and still feeling some soreness, but I can tell things are improving. My sinuses cleared, my energy came back, and the fog I was in finally lifted.

It was discouraging to get knocked off track again, but I am back. Fully back. And I am feeling good and ready to finish the year strong. Subscribe to my YouTube for the whole story!