We're so excited to welcome Denise Stafford to the Live Love Arkansas family!

For Denise, becoming a Realtor wasn't simply about finding a new career. It was about finding a way to pursue her passion for helping others while staying true to what matters most to her: faith and family.

Her real estate journey began in 2021, shortly after welcoming her third child. With three little ones at home, Denise faced a difficult decision. The thought of returning to her previous job and spending so much time away from her children weighed heavily on her heart.

After much prayer, she decided to take a leap of faith.

While caring for her three young children, Denise enrolled in real estate school and began working toward a career that would allow her to serve others without putting her family on the back burner.

She wanted meaningful work, but she also wanted the freedom to be present for the everyday moments that matter so much as a mother. Real estate offered her the opportunity to pursue both.

Before becoming a Realtor, Denise spent more than 10 years as a professional dog groomer, a career that gave her plenty of experience building relationships with people, and earning the trust of her clients. Today, in addition to real estate, she also works in the insurance industry as a property inspector for homeowners insurance.

Her experience in property inspections gives her another perspective on homes and the details that matter to homeowners.

Finding a Team That Shares Her Values

When Denise began considering a new brokerage, she was looking for more than just a place to hang her real estate license. She wanted to be part of a team that shared her values and understood the importance of balancing professional goals with family life.

That's what led her to the Tabatha Davis Team at Live Love Arkansas.

After speaking with Tabatha, Denise was encouraged by the team's family-centered approach and the importance placed on faith, family, and professional growth.

She appreciated knowing that she could be part of a successful real estate team without feeling like she had to sacrifice the things that mattered most in her personal life.

For Denise, it felt like the right fit.

More Than Real Estate, It's About Relationships

When asked what she loves most about being a Realtor, Denise's answer goes well beyond helping someone find a house.

Of course, she loves the excitement of helping buyers find their dream home. But what makes the experience truly special is getting to know the people behind those decisions.

Every client has a different story, different goals, and different reasons for making a move. Denise enjoys learning those stories, and developing friendships that continue long after the closing.

As she puts it, this job truly is "more than real estate."

Throughout her journey, Denise is quick to give credit where she believes it belongs.

Faith, Family, and Life on the Homestead

She is thankful to God for leading and guiding her through her real estate career and for continuing to open new doors along the way. Her faith isn't something she separates from her work. It's the foundation for how she approaches her relationships, her responsibilities, and the people she serves.

Outside of real estate, Denise's days are filled with the joys and responsibilities of raising her family.

She is a homeschooling mom of three, and she and her family also have a small homestead that they care for together.

For Denise, there's something especially rewarding about being able to teach her children at home while also giving them hands-on opportunities to learn through everyday life. Whether they're working around the homestead, caring for their property, or tackling their schoolwork, she treasures the time they spend together.

Their home is centered on their Christian faith, and Denise considers motherhood her first and most important calling.

She loves being able to watch her children learn, grow, and discover new things, and she's grateful to have built a life that allows her to be so involved in those moments.

Denise and her husband have been married for 18 years. Her husband works as the foreman at the Rogers Group rock quarry in Greenbrier, and together they've built a family life full of faith, hard work, and adventure.

And when this family isn't busy with school, work, or homestead responsibilities, there's a good chance they're planning their next road trip!

Traveling together is one of their favorite things to do. Denise and her husband love taking their children to explore new places, experience different foods, and see the incredible variety of landscapes across the country.

In fact, they've traveled through nearly the entire United States with their kids multiple times!

For Denise, those trips are about much more than checking destinations off a list. They're opportunities to spend time together, make memories, and give their children experiences they'll carry with them for years to come.

Helping Families Find a Place to Call Home

That appreciation for family, home, and making memories is also a big part of what makes real estate so meaningful to her.

Denise understands that a home is more than a building. It's where families grow, children make memories, traditions begin, and everyday life unfolds.

And she considers it a privilege to help others find a place where they can build those experiences for themselves.

To her future clients, Denise wants you to know that honesty, integrity, strong values, and a hardworking spirit are at the heart of everything she does.

She believes buying or selling a home should never feel like just another transaction. It's a personal experience that deserves patience, understanding, and someone who will genuinely listen to your needs.

Whether you're purchasing your first home, searching for more room for a growing family, or preparing to sell a place filled with years of memories, Denise is committed to guiding you through the process with care.

Her goal is to earn your trust, answer your questions, work hard on your behalf, and make your real estate experience as smooth and rewarding as possible.

Because for Denise, finding the right home isn't just her job. It's her passion.

Welcome, Denise! We're so happy to have you as part of the Live Love Arkansas family. Your commitment to faith, family, and serving others fits right in with what our team is all about. We look forward to seeing the relationships you'll build, the families you'll help, and all the wonderful things ahead in this new chapter!