Buying a Home

March 18, 2024

The Latest Trends in Housing

The Latest Trends in Housing [INFOGRAPHIC]




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Some Highlights

  • With the number of new listings going up and average days on market going down, buyers may have more options, but will still want to move fast.
  • For sellers, inventory is still low and houses are selling fast, meaning your house ...
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Feb. 23, 2024

Investing in Pigeon Forge Real Estate: A Historic and Thriving Destination

Embark on a journey through Pigeon Forge's real estate landscape, steeped in rich history and brimming with investment potential. Back in the summer of 1968, Pigeon Forge captured the spotlight with a vibrant press release showcasing its burgeoning tourism industry. With 21 motels, six Grade A restaurants, and an ...

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Feb. 5, 2024

Having your own agent when buying a new construction home

Why Having Your Own Agent Matters When Buying a New Construction Home




Finding the right home is one of the biggest challenges for potential buyers today. Right now, the supply of homes for sale is still low. But there is a bright spot. Newly built homes make up a ...

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Jan. 24, 2024

Are More Homeowners Selling as Mortgage Rates Come Down?

Are More Homeowners Selling as Mortgage Rates Come Down?




If you’re looking to buy a home, the recent downward trend in mortgage rates is good news because it helps with affordability. But there’s another way this benefits you – it may inspire more homeowners to put their houses up for ...

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Jan. 12, 2024

Jason Aldean's Night Club in Gatlinburg, TN

"Unveiling the Charms of Gatlinburg: Jason Aldean's Night Club and Smoky Mountain Real Estate"

Welcome to the heart of the Smoky Mountains, where the vibrant energy of Jason Aldean's Night Club meets the timeless allure of Smoky Mountain Real Estate. Gatlinburg, Tennessee has long been a haven for those seeking ...

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Jan. 8, 2024

Mortgage rates going down

What Lower Mortgage Rates Mean for Your Purchasing Power




If you want to buy a home, it's important to know how mortgage rates impact what you can afford and how much you’ll pay each month. Fortunately, rates for 30-year fixed mortgages have come down significantly since the end of ...

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Dec. 18, 2023

Down Payments

What You Need To Know About Down Payments [INFOGRAPHIC]




Some Highlights

  • If you want to buy a home, you may not need as much for your down payment as you think.
  • There are various loan options for qualified buyers with down payments as low as 3.5% or even no ...
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Dec. 14, 2023

Why wait?

In 1971 the interest rate for a mortgage was 7.33%. If you waited for interest rates to go down, you wouldn't have purchased a home until 1993. You would have rented for 22 years waiting for rates to go down, meanwhile the value of real estate quadrupled.  ...

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Dec. 11, 2023

The Dream

Is Owning a Home Still the American Dream for Younger Buyers?




Everyone has their own idea of the American Dream, and it's different for each person. But, in a recent survey by Bankrate, people were asked about the achievements they believe represent the American Dream the most. The answers ...

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