In this episode of Wise Move, host Meredith Buckland talks with Riley Cartwright about the lessons he learned selling his first home and moving into new construction. Riley shares how he and his wife handled market slowdowns, financial stress, and tough decisions while preparing for a growing family. From staging and timing to budgeting and design priorities, Riley’s story highlights how to navigate uncertainty, balance emotions, and still come out with a dream home.

🎧 Hosted by: Meredith Buckland

👤 Guest:🖋 Riley Cartwright – Homeowner & First-Time Seller/Builder

⭐ Guest Bio:Riley Cartwright, originally from Indiana, earned his undergraduate degree from Florida Southern College with a double major in Economics & Finance and Business Administration, graduating a semester early with magna cum laude honors. He went on to complete his MBA while working full-time, again graduating magna cum laude.

He has built his career at Auto-Owners Insurance, starting in Florida with auto claims and advancing to high-exposure general liability and property claims. Now based in Georgia, Riley manages the state’s bodily injury team, overseeing all injury-related auto claims.

💡 Key Topics Covered:

✔️ Selling a first home in a slowing market

✔️ Managing stress and uncertainty as a family

✔️ Staging, prepping, and timing the sale

✔️ Prioritizing upgrades and budgeting for new construction

✔️ Lessons for first-time sellers and buyers

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