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Interest Rates Hover Near Historic All-Time Lows [INFOGRAPHIC]

May 22, 2020 By Troy Stavros

Some Highlights Mortgage interest rates have dropped considerably this spring and are hovering at a historically low level. Locking in at a low rate today could save you thousands of dollars over the lifetime of your home loan. Let’s connect to determine the best way to position yourself for a move in today’s market. Call/Text […]

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LIVE VIDEO: Why Buying A Home Right Now in Knoxville Might Not Be Easy, But It’s Smart!

April 30, 2020 By Troy Stavros

Through all the volatility in the economy right now, some have put their search for a home on hold, yet others have not. Today I talk about why it’s probably a good move to move!

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2 Giant Myths in the Homebuying Process

March 17, 2020 By Troy Stavros

The 2020 Millennial Home Buyer Report shows how this generation is not really any different from previous ones when it comes to homeownership goals: “The majority of millennials not only want to own a home, but 84% of millennials in 2019 considered it a major part of the American Dream.” Unfortunately, the myths surrounding the barriers to […]

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Believe It Or Not, Even With Rising Prices, Homes Are More Affordable

October 31, 2019 By Troy Stavros

Home prices are rising, but affordability is better

The gap between the increase in personal income and residential real estate prices has been used to defend the concept that we are experiencing an affordability crisis in housing today. It is true that home prices and wages are two key elements in any affordability equation. There is, however, an extremely important third component to […]

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Have Home Prices Increased? Yes. But So Has Rent!

October 30, 2019 By Troy Stavros

Home prices have increased but so has RENT!

Much has been written about how residential real estate values have increased since the housing market started its recovery in 2012. However, little has been shared about what has taken place with residential rental prices. Let’s shed a little light on this subject. In the most recent Apartment Rent Report, RentCafe explains how rents have continued to increase […]

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Your Real Estate Agent Needs To Be More Than A Guide

October 11, 2019 By Troy Stavros

Your Real Estate Agent Needs To Be More Than Just a Guide

In a normal housing market, whether you’re buying or selling a home, you need an experienced guide to help you navigate the process. You need someone you can turn to who will tell you how to price your home correctly right from the start. You need someone who can help you determine what to offer […]

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Don’t Do These Things After Applying For A Mortgage!

September 19, 2019 By Troy Stavros

DONT DO THESE THINGS AFTER APPLYING FOR A MORTGAGE

Congratulations! You’ve found a home to buy and have applied for a mortgage! You’re undoubtedly excited about the opportunity to decorate your new home, but before you make any large purchases, move your money around, or make any big-time life changes, consult your loan officer – someone who will be able to tell you how […]

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6 Graphs Showing the Strength of Today’s Housing Market [INFOGRAPHIC]

September 18, 2019 By Troy Stavros

6 GRAPHS TODAYS HOUSING MARKET

Some Highlights: Keeping an eye on the current status of the housing market is one of the best ways to make powerful and confident decisions when buying or selling a home. Mortgage rates remaining near historic lows and houses selling in an average of only 29 days are just two key elements driving the strength […]

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Home Prices Have Increased in Every Price Range

September 17, 2019 By Troy Stavros

Home prices have increased in every price range

CoreLogic’s Home Price Index (HPI) Report revealed, “National home prices increased 3.6% year over year in July 2019 and are forecast to increase 5.4% from July 2019 to July 2020.” They also analyzed four individual home-price tiers, showing the increase in each. Here’s the breakdown: To clarify the methodology, CoreLogic explains, “The four price tiers are based on the […]

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5 Reasons To Hire a Real Estate Professional To Help You

September 8, 2019 By Troy Stavros

5 REASONS TO HIRE A REAL ESTATE PROFESSIONAL

Some Highlights: Hiring a real estate professional to help you buy your dream home or sell your current house is one of the most powerful decisions you can make. A real estate professional has the experience to help you confidently navigate through the entire process. Make sure you work with someone who knows the current […]

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Let Me Shatter the Housing Affordability MYTH For You

August 19, 2019 By Troy Stavros

Let me shatter the housing affordability myth for you

It seems you can’t find a headline with the term “housing affordability” without the word “crisis” attached to it. That’s because some only consider the fact that residential real estate prices have continued to appreciate. However, we must realize it’s not just the price of a home that matters, but the price relative to a […]

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Buying a Home? Do You Know The Lingo?

August 16, 2019 By Troy Stavros

Buying a home in Knoxville? Do you know the lingo?

Some Highlights: Buying a home can be intimidating if you’re not familiar with the terms used throughout the process. To point you in the right direction, here’s a list of some of the most common language you’ll hear when buying a home. The best way to ensure your home-buying process is a positive one is […]

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