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Looking Back To Look Ahead

From time to time I like to write about things not directly related to real estate. I have always been a amateur historian when it comes to Chattanooga–particularly as it…

HARVARD REAL ESTATE REPORT: SELL NOW!!

Study Finds that We Are in the Midst of An Epic Housing Shortage The Joint Center of Housing Studies (JCHS) at Harvard University recently released their 2017 State of the…

Why Americans Consider Moving to Another State? [INFOGRAPHIC]

Some Highlights:

• In a recent Harris Poll, Americans listed 'change in climate/weather' as their top reason for wanting to relocate.
• 41% would move for a “better job opportunity.”
• Being closer to loved ones filled out 3 of the top 6 reasons why Americans move.

Fortune Magazine: Don’t Sleep on Chattanooga!

This recent headline from Fortune Magazine caught my eye–it’s pretty easy to see why: “One of America’s Most Startup-Friendly Cities Is in Tennessee” This kind of recognition for Chattanooga has become…

#1 Answer to the Housing Shortage: New Construction

The biggest challenge to today’s housing market is the shortage of housing inventory for sale. A normal market would see a six-month supply of homes for sale. Currently, that number is below four months. This is the major reason home prices have continued to appreciate at higher levels than historic averages.

Selling Your Home? Is Your Listing ‘Pet-Friendly’?

One of the many benefits of owning your own home is the freedom to find your ‘furever’ friend. By pointing out the aspects of your home that make it ‘pet-friendly’ in your listing, you’ll attract these buyers rather than alienate the 61% of American households that have a pet!

4 Tips for Effectively Making an Offer

So, you’ve been searching for that perfect house to call a ‘home,’ and you finally found one! The price is right, and in such a competitive market, you want to make sure that you make a good offer so that you can guarantee that your dream of making this house yours comes true!

Do You Know the Cost of NOT Owning Your Home?

Owning a home has great financial benefits, yet many continue renting! Today, let’s look at the financial reasons why owning a home of your own has been a part of the American Dream for as long as America has existed.

What You Need to Know About Qualifying for a Mortgage [INFOGRAPHIC]

Some Highlights:

• Many buyers are purchasing a home with a down payment as little as 3%.
• You may already qualify for a loan, even if you don't have perfect credit.
• Take advantage of the knowledge of your local professionals who are there to help you determine how much you can afford.

3 Reasons the Housing Market is NOT in a Bubble

With housing prices appreciating at levels that far exceed historical norms, some are fearful that the market is heading for another bubble. To alleviate that fear, we just need to look back at the reasons that caused the bubble ten years ago.