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A Homeowner’s Net Worth Is 40x Greater Than a Renter’s

October 2, 2020 By Troy Stavros

One of the best ways to build your family’s financial future is through homeownership. Recent data from the Federal Reserve indicates the net worth of a homeowner is actually over 40 times greater than that of a renter. Maybe it’s time to start thinking about buying a home, especially when they’re so affordable in today’s market. Every three years the Survey […]

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LIVE VIDEO: National vs Knoxville Housing Market, Lumber Prices and more

September 23, 2020 By Troy Stavros

Today we talk about how the Knoxville real estate market stacks up against what is happening nationally as we look at the August numbers. We talk about how it affects buyers, especially those in the entry-level market, and also how the current lumber shortage is affecting the cost of new construction homes. All that and […]

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LIVE VIDEO: The Cost of a Home Is Far More Important than the Price

September 22, 2020 By Troy Stavros

Housing inventory is at an all-time low. There are 39% fewer homes for sale today than at this time last year, and buyer demand continues to set records. Zillow recently reported: “Newly pending sales are up 25.5% compared to the same week last year, the highest year-over-year increase in the weekly Zillow database.” Whenever there is a shortage in supply […]

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How Low Inventory May Impact the Knoxville Housing Market This Fall

September 18, 2020 By Troy Stavros

Real estate continues to be called the ‘bright spot’ in the current economy, but there’s one thing that may hold the housing market back from achieving its full potential this year: the lack of homes for sale. Buyers are actively searching for and purchasing homes, looking to capitalize on today’s historically low interest rates, but there […]

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Knoxville Home Buyers: Are You Ready for a Bidding War?

July 16, 2020 By Troy Stavros

With businesses reopening throughout the country and some experts indicating early signs of a much-anticipated economic recovery, more homebuyers are actively entering the housing market this summer. Today, housing is truly driving the U.S. economy forward. With so many buyers looking for homes to purchase and so few houses for sale right now, there’s a disconnect between […]

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Mortgage Rates Hit Record Lows for Three Consecutive Weeks

July 15, 2020 By Troy Stavros

Over the past several weeks, Freddie Mac has reported the average 30-year fixed mortgage rate dropping to record lows, all the way down to 3.03%. Last week’s reported rate reached the lowest point in the history of the survey, which dates back to 1971 (See graph below): What does this mean for buyers? This is huge for homebuyers. Those […]

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Taking Advantage of Homebuying Affordability in Today’s Market

July 7, 2020 By Troy Stavros

Everyone is ready to buy a home at different times in their lives, and despite the health crisis, today is no exception. Understanding how affordability works and the main market factors that impact it may help those who are ready to buy a home narrow down their optimal window of time to make a purchase. […]

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Knoxville Homebuyers Are in the Mood to Buy Today

June 25, 2020 By Troy Stavros

According to the latest FreddieMac Quarterly Forecast, mortgage interest rates have fallen to historically low levels this spring and they’re projected to remain low. This means there’s a huge incentive for buyers who are ready to purchase. And homeowners looking for eager buyers can take advantage of this opportune time to sell as well. There’s a […]

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3 Reasons Homebuyers Are Ready to Purchase This Year

June 18, 2020 By Troy Stavros

A recent survey by Lending Tree tapped into behaviors of over 1,000 prospective buyers. The results indicated 53% of all homebuyers are more likely to buy a home in the next year, even amid the current health crisis. The survey further revealed why, naming several reasons buyers are more likely to move this year (see graph below): Let’s break down why these […]

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VIDEO: Knoxville Home Prices.. It’s All About Supply and Demand

June 4, 2020 By Troy Stavros

As we enter the summer months and work through the challenges associated with the current health crisis, many are wondering what impact the economic slowdown will have on home prices. Looking at the big picture, supply and demand will give us the clearest idea of what’s to come.

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Why This Summer Is the 2020 Real Estate Season in Knoxville

May 27, 2020 By Troy Stavros

With stay-at-home orders starting to gradually lift throughout parts of the country, data indicates homebuyers are jumping back into the market. After many families put their plans on hold due to the COVID-19 pandemic, what we once called the busy spring real estate season is shifting into the summer. In 2020, summer is the new spring for real estate. […]

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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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