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Today’s Homebuying Myths Slayed! [INFOGRAPHIC]

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Some Highlights: The average down payment for first-time homebuyers is only 6%! Mortgage interest rates have been on the decline since November! Hop in now to lock in a low rate! 88% of property managers raised their rents in the last 12 months! The average credit score on approved loans continues to fall across many […]

A Spring Maintenance Checklist For Your Knoxville Home [INFOGRAPHIC]

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Some Highlights: Every spring, your Knoxville area home needs some extra TLC! Whether you plan on selling your home in Knoxville this spring or not, conducting this maintenance will help ensure your home functions well for the rest of the year. Your Knoxville real estate agent will have a list of specific suggestions for getting […]

March Knoxville Area Housing Market Snapshot

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Here’s how the current real estate market is doing through the end of March, all around Knoxville, compared to last year. Remember, real estate is hyper local, meaning your county may show one thing but your specific subdivision or home may be doing something completely different. Contact me for a personal analysis!   Here is […]

1st Steps To Buying A Home

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Are you planning on buying a home in the Knoxville area this year? Show homeowners that you are serious about buying by getting pre-approved for a mortgage! Let’s get together to help you take the first step in making your dream of buying a home a reality! Contact me, Troy Stavros with CornerStone Realty Associates at […]

SOLD! SOUTH KNOXVILLE! 4900 Creek Bank Drive in Woodson Trail

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SOLD IN 1 DAY WITH MULTIPLE OFFERS! Immaculate South Knoxville home just minutes from Downtown and UT located at 4900 Creek Bank Drive, Knoxville, TN 37920 in the Woodson Trail Subdivision. Perfect for commuters to both Knoxville and Maryville. The inviting front porch is just one element of the great curb appeal. Save on your […]

Data Says April is the Best Month to List Your Home for Sale

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The spring housing market is off to the races here in Knoxville! The inventory of homes for sale is increasing, buyers are out in force, and interest rates are the lowest we’ve seen in well over a year, piquing the interest of buyers and sellers previously on the fence about making a move. New research from realtor.com shows that the first […]

Your Tax Refund Could Be Your Key To Homeownership!

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According to data released by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS), Americans can expect an estimated average refund of $3,143 this year when filing their taxes. This is down slightly from the average refund of $3,436 last year. Tax refunds are often thought of as ‘extra money’ that can be used toward larger goals. For anyone looking to buy a home in […]

46 Million Millennials Are Now Mortgage Ready. But Do They Know It?

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Much has been written about the millennial generation and whether or not they, as a whole, believe in homeownership as part of attaining the American Dream. Millennials have taken longer to obtain traditional milestones than the generations before them, such as getting married, having kids, and buying a home. (Partially because this generation has been […]

What Credit Score Do You Need To Buy A Home in Knoxville?

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There are many misconceptions about the credit score needed to buy a house in Knoxville. Recently, it was reported that 24% of renters believe they need a 780-800 credit score to be considered for a mortgage. The reality is they are misinformed! Only 25% of the Americans have a FICO® Score between 740 and 800. Here is […]

4 Questions To Ask Before Selling Your Home in Knoxville

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  Are you planning on selling your house in Knoxville in 2019? You will no doubt have more than 4 questions on your mind, but knowing the answers to these will get you started with confidence! Let’s get together to answer these and any other questions you may have! Contact me, Troy Stavros with CornerStone […]

Luck In Real Estate Is When Opportunity Meets Preparation Followed By Action

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Some Highlights: Interest Rates for a 30-year fixed rate mortgage have dropped to 4.41% from near 5% in 2018. Take advantage of more inventory coming to market in the spring to find your dream home! Buying now will allow you to start earning equity today!