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Advice for First-Generation Homebuyers in East Tennessee

December 16, 2021 By Troy Stavros

The sense of pride you’ll feel when you purchase a home in East Tennessee can’t be overstated. For first-generation homebuyers, that feeling of accomplishment is even greater. That’s because the pride of homeownership for first-generation buyers extends far beyond the homebuyer. AJ Barkley, Head of Neighborhood and Community Lending for Bank of America, says: “Achieving this goal […]

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5 Tips for Knoxville Homebuyers Who Want to Make a Competitive Offer

November 27, 2020 By Troy Stavros

Today’s real estate market has high buyer interest and low housing inventory. With so many buyers competing for a limited number of homes in the Knoxville area, it’s more important than ever to know the ins and outs of making a confident and competitive offer. Here are 5 keys to success for this important stage in the homebuying […]

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10 Steps to Buying a Home This Summer in Knoxville [INFOGRAPHIC]

July 7, 2019 By Troy Stavros

10 steps to buying a home in Knoxville

Some Highlights: If you are thinking of buying a home, you may not know where to start. Here is a simple list of 10 steps that you will go through to purchase a home. Make sure to ask your agent for details about each step and what else may be required in your area!

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House Hunting? Know What You Want vs. What You Need!

June 26, 2019 By Troy Stavros

House hunting? Focus on your wants and needs

In this day and age of being able to shop for anything anywhere, it is really important to know what you’re looking for when you start your home search. If you’ve been thinking about buying a home of your own for some time now, you’ve probably come up with a list of things that you’d […]

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

March 15, 2019 By Troy Stavros

Luck in real estate is when opportunity meets preparation followed by action

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!

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VIDEO: 2 Reasons To Buy A Home Right Now!

March 25, 2018 By Troy Stavros

Here are 2 BIG reasons why right now is the best time to buy your next home. Call me at 865-999-0925 to get the process started!

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