A great Southern euphemism reminds us that we are all a “product of our raisin’,” and nothing could be closer to the truth for Lea Anne Bedsole. Her family moved to Murfreesboro when she was 11 months old; her father ran restaurants and later, her mother worked as an interior designer. It makes sense that when her name is mentioned, one’s mind immediately goes to homes and hospitality. She is equal parts business and fun, quick-witted in both striking real estate deals and humor.
13 years ago, John Jones gave LeaAnne her start in the industry; she was proud to be the first female agent he ever hired and his mentorship shaped her career. It was 2008 and the market was hard– her office was next to Joe Hafner, and as a managing broker, Joe would listen to her phone calls, correcting and guiding her daily. It was then that she found the importance of learning daily, and by integrating her work ethic and commitment to education with natural traits of integrity, joy, and good relationships with clients and other agents, she found her professional niche.
For most people who are at the top of their craft, there is a deep why behind their success, and for Lea Anne, it is her family– not only her husband and children but also her parents, who she says she owes a lot for the years of stress she put them through. She loves Murfreesboro as only a native daughter can, and seems to be known, or at least known by, almost everyone in Rutherford County.
Watching the city grow has been a joy for Lea Anne. New people, businesses, and schools have brought an excitement to the area, and yet the familiar–from the Square to solid values– has maintained an environment of kindness and compassion.
From her early corporate years at Microsoft to years at home with babies, and now as an agent who is not only respected but well-loved, LeaAnne has woven the beautiful and unfinished tapestry of a life well-lived; but she does say that if she weren’t selling homes, she would be a detective or philanthropist… using her time to make a difference– pretty much what she does