⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ I had a fantastic experience with Century 21 First Story Real Estate! Their team was professional, knowledgeable, and genuinely committed to making the entire process smooth and stress-free. From the first consultation to closing, they provided clear communication and expert guidance every step of the way. They were always responsive, attentive to detail, and truly had my best interests in mind. Their market expertise and strong negotiation skills helped ensure a successful outcome. I highly recommend Century 21 First Story Real Estate to anyone looking for a dependable and client-focused real estate team. Five stars without hesitation!

Debbie loves her clients and works hard for them everyday! She desires to build relationships, not just make a sale. We met Debbie in the spring of 2017 when we were house hunting from Kansas. She worked with me looking at houses and answering my annoying questions for 3 years until the fall of 2020 when we moved to Tallahassee and closed on our beautiful dream home. Today, I still call or text when we need help with home issues. No one compares!

I cannot express enough gratitude to Debbie Kirkland and her team at Century 21 First Story Realty! Debbie was the ultimate professional when helping my daughter buy her home. When my mother moved back to Tallahassee, Debbie worked countless hours finding the perfect home for my mom. She also lessened my Mom’s fear and anxiety along the way. My sister was in the market for a home and I, of course, directed her to Debbie Kirkland. Debbie found the perfect home for her and made the buying process seamless. I recently listed my farm in Georgia with Debbie and she sold it!!! She handled everything for me and truly put my mind at ease with the sell and closing. Thank you Debbie Kirkland and Team for your professional expertise!

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I was dealing with a difficult situation after my Aunt passed away. Debbie Kirkland stepped in to help me work through the issues involved with the sale of the home of a deceased family member. She provided professional, compassionate guidance as we worked through the process, connecting me as needed with other appropriate associates to ensure all my concerns were addressed. I wholeheartedly recommend Debbie to those seeking the consummate professional for their real estate needs.

When I tell you Debbie Kirkland and Lance held my hand through the whole process. Not only were they knowledgeable but they are people you can trust. She was so sweet and Lance was so patient. I would never go anywhere else when I’m ready to purchase a house again.

We really enjoyed working with Tom Hutchinson as our buyers agent. He was there when we needed him and was very low key when we didn’t need him. He was also very honest with us when offering his opinions and was extremely helpful in the process of making an offer and through the process of closing. If you want a low pressure but highly knowledgeable realtor Tom is an excellent choice.

If I was putting a team together, id make sure Lance Ball was on that team. He's a guy you can trust and listen to. He does his job like a 30 year vet! Not only is he one of the best ive bought and sold with, he's also one of the best human beings ive had the pleasure of meeting!! If you need something bought or sold, call Lance, hes "on the ball"!

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Century 21 First Story Real Estate is my go to company when I have clients moving to the Tallahassee area. Debbie Kirkland is a phenomenal realtor who knows real estate in that area better than anyone else. Her work ethic is outstanding and customer service is her forte! I highly recommend working with this company.

I have worked with Debbie Kirkland, the Broker of Century 21 First Story Realty for over 8 years and have always been delighted with the help and care she's given the clients I've referred to her for real estate needs in the Tallahassee area. I appreciate that she's always been focused first on the client experience and not just slamming a deal through. She's not afraid to tell you what you need to hear. She is an excellent communicator throughout the process and brings a career full of resources, expertise and experience to each transaction whether helping buyers, sellers or investors needing property management in Tallahassee- complex real estate issues that come up like understanding what to do when you have Cell towers on a property you want to sell for example. And when it comes to just doing the right thing, she was out getting huge trees cut down for neighbors and clients after the hurricane came through - always thinking about others and how she can help So If you are looking for someone who gets results, is high tech AND high touch, a straight shooter and there for you long after the sale then call Debbie Kirkland and the First Story team - you'll be thankful you did!

Working with Debbie Kirkland was my " first story" in real estate, selling my family home of 23 years. This was more than a piece of property, it was part of my life, memories, watching my children grow there and making lasting friendships with my neighbors. It was emotional and personal and I can't imagine another realtor taking the time and having the patience to hold my hand every step of the way. She was the ultimate professional with the personal touch, from the first conversation until the closing, always accessible. I recommend her to everyone I know without hesitation and would not consider another realtor in the future. Thank you Debbie, you are the Best of the Best!

First Story was recommended to me by someone and I’m so thankful for them. I was moving to Tallahassee from 10 hrs away with a short timeframe.(5-6 weeks) It was a huge move and I had no idea where to start. I drove down from Ky and had 2 days to look.I met with them at their office and the search was on. I may have driven them crazy with th amount of houses we looked at, and th fact that most of it was done long distance, but Jillian and Debbie were awesome!! They kept me updated because houses were going quickly and I was a little indecisive. They stuck with me and had everything handled so closing and moving down went off smoothly! I continue to this day to call them with questions about the town and services that I need. I can’t say enough about them and how much I appreciate them. Definitely above and beyond!! Will be using them again soon as I get ready to relocate again!!

I found Debbie Kirkland and her phenomenal team to be nothing but professional and accommodating. The Century 21 First Story group went above and beyond to make the home buying experience enjoyable, exciting and stress free. Thank you Debbie for all your hard work and treating customers like family.

Debbie Kirkland and the agents at First Story are the best to work with. Debbie is professional, highly responsive, and maintains the highest ethical standards. You never have to wonder whose best interests she is watching over - it's yours! She goes above and beyond for her buyers and sellers, provides honest input. She doesn't stop after the sale/purchase. She is always available for referrals and for professional advice. Would not use anyone other than she or one of her agents.

Buying our first house with Mrs. Debbie Kirkland was the BEST decision we could of made. She took the time to listen to all of our needs (both me and my husband and that can definitely be a loooong checklist) and waited until the perfect house came to the market. She helped us negotiate, always thinking in our best interest and got us a great deal that fit our budget perfectly. We can't thank her enough for her patience and attention to detail. She walked into a house and basically knew everything: what a house was actually worth, what needed to be fixed, if it was worth fixing and better yet, who could help you to do it for a reasonable price. This is the type of person you want to be working with, specially when you are going to invest the big bucks! We would highly recommend Century 21 First Story Real Estate for those looking to buy or rent. The whole team is AMAZING and Mrs. Debbie will go the extra mile to get you the house of your dreams.

Hello world!I would like to take this quick opportunity to give a HUGE shout out to Debbie! Thank you so much for all you did to help me accomplish my goal of searching out the real estate process and getting me into my new place! It is perfect and I certainly could not have done it without you.As you know, that process is certainly a nerve-racking, stressful activity, and I appreciate you helping me stay grounded and walking me through the entire process. I know not only consider you extremely knowledgeable Realtor, but I look forward to carrying on a great friendship!Good luck and many successes for your future!Brad

If you want to see a home for rent in Tallahassee, you would best look somewhere else. These people do NOT return phone calls! I called twice to schedule a walk through of a house and never received a call back even though the so called realtor got the messages. This to me means if you call them with a problem, forget it nothing will get fixed. I will ignore any place that has this company listed as managers.