Today we’d like to introduce you to Ansley Goodheart.
Ansley , we appreciate you taking the time to share your story with us today. Where does your story begin?
I grew up going to open houses and watching HGTV with my mom. I mentally moved into every house we toured, imagining what our family’s life would look like there—and I was always genuinely confused when we walked out and my mom said we weren’t buying it. What could she possibly mean?! (We still do this to this day haha) Growing up, I was constantly rearranging my bedroom, fascinated by how the smallest change could make a space feel completely new, and by college, I realized just how much I loved all of it. I could watch HGTV for hours—seeing someone transform a boring space into something beautiful, or watching House Hunters around the world and getting a glimpse into different homes, neighborhoods, and ways of living. I was mesmerized. Looking back, all the signs were there.
When I moved home in 2013, I quickly started working toward my real estate license. At the time, I thought it would be a hobby—something I did alongside another full-time job. But my passion took over pretty quickly. I ate, slept, and dreamed about houses. I spent lunch breaks touring homes, scheduled showings after work, and scoured the internet looking at every property I could find. Before long, that excitement naturally spilled over to my family and friends. I loved sharing what I was learning, helping them understand the market, finding homes they might love, and dreaming alongside them about what a space could become.
Two years passed before I knew it, and I had a decision to make: keep treating real estate like a side job or take the leap and make it my career. It was scary, but I pulled the trigger—and I haven’t looked back since.
Today, that same little girl who mentally moved into every open house still gets excited about what a home can be. I get to help my family, friends, and clients find homes for their families, make smart investments, and sometimes completely reimagine a space through renovation.
What started as a love for houses became a love for helping people see the possibilities within them—and more than a decade later, that’s still one of my favorite parts of what I do.
Would you say it’s been a smooth road, and if not what are some of the biggest challenges you’ve faced along the way?
I would say it has actually been a pretty natural road for me, and I feel very blessed by the Lord for the opportunities He has continued to put in front of me. That doesn’t mean every day is easy, though. Some days are definitely harder than others, and I think one of the biggest things I’ve learned is that this is anything but a traditional 9-to-5 job.
We’re not just in the business of buying and selling houses—we’re really in the people business. And with people come emotions, memories, big decisions, and sometimes really hard seasons.
For sellers, their home can feel like a part of their identity. It’s where they raised their family, made memories, celebrated holidays, and lived so much of their life. Even when they’re ready for their next chapter, it can still be really hard to let that one go. It’s so much more than a number and a For Sale sign in the yard.
And for buyers, they aren’t just buying four walls and a roof. This could be their hard-earned life savings. They’re choosing the neighborhood that will become their community and the home where the next part of their life will happen. There’s a lot of weight that comes with helping someone make that decision.
As rewarding and fun as this job can be, the pressure is real. Not every day is smooth and not every transaction goes according to plan. Sometimes it’s a bumpy road, and a big part of my job is learning how to navigate each person’s journey with them. I think that’s also what has made me love it so much—no two people, homes, or stories are ever the same.
Can you tell our readers more about what you do and what you think sets you apart from others?
A big part of my business, and honestly one of my favorite parts, is renovations. I love seeing something old become new while still maintaining—or adding—the character that makes a home feel special and allows it to last for years to come.
Every house offers a new opportunity and a new story to tell. Getting to try different styles through tile, paint, lighting, and all the little details is so much fun for me. I’m constantly doing something to my own home, and usually about the time it finally feels “finished,” I’m ready to move on to our next home and our next chapter.
It’s so fun to look back at the homes we’ve renovated or lived in because each one immediately takes me back to that season of life—the memories it holds, what we were doing, and who we were at that time. They all tell a different story.
I completely understand the appeal of new construction and wanting the newest, nicest thing, but there’s just something about keeping the bones of a home that has already lived a life. I love knowing there were stories and memories there before us, and we get the opportunity to add to them, make it our own, and give that home a new chapter.
What do you like and dislike about the city?
What I love most about our city is the growth we’ve experienced and all of the amazing people who have come here, fallen in love with Nashville, and learned to cherish it and call it home. There’s always someone bringing a new idea or adding their own personal touch to the city. We get to experience incredible new restaurants, music venues, local businesses, and so much talent, while still holding onto so many of the things that have always made Nashville special. I also love what our professional sports teams have brought to the city. There’s something so fun about seeing an entire community rally around a team and feeling that sense of pride and connection throughout Nashville. It’s been really special to grow up here and watch the city grow alongside me. Nashville continues to change and evolve, but there’s still such a strong sense of community here—and I think that mix of old and new is a big part of what makes it such a special place to call home.
I think one of the pain points of our city is that with so much growth and so many new people and investors coming in, Nashville isn’t always as affordable or accessible as it once was—especially for the people who have called it home for a long time. We also see incredible restaurants and small businesses open their doors, but with more competition than ever, unfortunately we see some of them come and go just as quickly. That part is hard for me. I love seeing people take a chance on Nashville, bring their ideas here, and become part of our community, and I genuinely want to see everyone succeed. Growth brings so many exciting opportunities to our city, but I think the challenge is continuing to grow while still making room for the people and businesses who helped make Nashville what it is in the first place.
Contact Info:
- Website: https://agoodheartedhome.com/
- Instagram: https://instagram.com/agoodheartedhome
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AgoodheartedHome
