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The Economic Impact of Buying a Home

April 7, 2020 By Troy Stavros

We’re in a changing real estate market, and life, in general, is changing too – from how we grocery shop and meal prep to the ways we can interact with our friends and neighbors. Even practices for engaging with agents, lenders, and all of the players involved in a real estate transaction are changing to […]

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Looking to the Future: What the Experts Are Saying

April 7, 2020 By Troy Stavros

As our lives, our businesses, and the world we live in change day by day, we’re all left wondering how long this will last. How long will we feel the effects of the coronavirus? How deep will the impact go? The human toll may forever change families, but the economic impact will rebound with a […]

Filed Under: Blog, Home Market News Tagged With: Doorbell Real Estate, economy, Farragut, Franklin, Franklin TN, home market news, Housing Market, Knoxville, Knoxville TN, Nashville, real estate agent, REALTOR, Tennessee, Troy Stavros

Will Surging Unemployment Crush Knoxville Area Home Sales?

April 6, 2020 By Troy Stavros

Ten million Americans lost their jobs over the last two weeks. The next announced unemployment rate on May 8th is expected to be in the double digits. Because the health crisis brought the economy to a screeching halt, many are feeling a personal financial crisis. James Bullard, President of the Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis, explained that the […]

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Why the Stock Market Correction Probably Won’t Impact Home Values

March 24, 2020 By Troy Stavros

With the housing crash of 2006-2008 still visible in the rear-view mirror, many are concerned the current correction in the stock market is a sign that home values are also about to tumble. What’s taking place today, however, is nothing like what happened the last time. The S&P 500 did fall by over fifty percent […]

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Continued Home Price Appreciation Forecasted for 2020

December 26, 2019 By Troy Stavros

Continued home price appreciation forecasted for 2020

Questions continue to rise around where home prices will head in 2020. The latest forecast from CoreLogic shows continued appreciation at 5.4% over the next year: Additionally, ARCH Mortgage Insurance Company in their current Housing and Mortgage Market Review revealed their latest ARCH Risk Index, which estimates the probability of home prices being lower in two years. Based on the most recent results, 32 […]

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NEW KITCHEN UPDATE! 2104 River Sound Drive, Knoxville, TN 37922

October 2, 2019 By Troy Stavros

2104 River Sound Drive, Knoxville, TN 37922

NEW KITCHEN UPDATE! Seller’s JUST updated the kitchen and DIDN’T raise the price! New countertops, new tile backsplash, 3 new under-mount sinks, 3 new faucets, and a new Bosch cooktop! Beautiful luxury home for sale in West Knoxville’s sought after River Sound neighborhood, located at 2104 River Sound Drive, Knoxville, TN 37922. Let’s talk location! It’s […]

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How Fast Can You Save For A Downpayment? You Might Be Surprised!

April 29, 2019 By Troy Stavros

How fast can you save for a downpayment? You might be surprised! Troy Stavros Doorbell Real Estate

Saving for a down payment is often the biggest hurdle for a first-time homebuyer. Depending on where you live, median income, median rents, and home prices all vary. So, we set out to find out how long it would take to save for a down payment in each state. Using data from HUD, Census and Apartment List, we determined how […]

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Are These Low Mortgage Interest Rates Here To Stay?

April 17, 2019 By Troy Stavros

Are these low mortgage interest rates here to stay?

Interest rates for a 30-year fixed rate mortgage have been on the decline since November, now reaching lows last seen in January 2018. According to Freddie Mac’s latest Primary Mortgage Market Survey, rates came in at 4.12% last week! This is great news for anyone who is planning on buying a home in Knoxville this spring! Freddie Mac had this to […]

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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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DO NOT Do These 7 Things After Applying For a Mortgage

March 13, 2019 By Troy Stavros

DO NOT DO these 7 things after applying for your mortgage

Congratulations! You’ve found a home to buy in Knoxville and have applied for a mortgage! You are undoubtedly excited about the opportunity to decorate your new home! But before you make any big purchases, move any money around, or make any big-time life changes, consult your loan officer. They will be able to tell you […]

Filed Under: Blog, Home Buying Tagged With: Doorbell Real Estate, Franklin, Home buying, home buying mistakes, Knoxville, mortgage, Nashville, Tennessee, Troy Stavros

The Knoxville Housing Market Will “Spring Forward” This Year!

March 5, 2019 By Troy Stavros

The Knoxville Housing Market Will “Spring Forward” This Year!

Just like our clocks this weekend, in the majority of the country, the housing market will soon “spring forward!” Similar to tension in a spring, the lack of inventory available for sale in Knoxville has been holding back the market. Many potential sellers believe that waiting until Spring is in their best interest. Traditionally, they would have been right. […]

Filed Under: Blog, Home Market News, Home Selling Tagged With: Doorbell Real Estate, Franklin, Home Selling, Housing Market, Knoxville, Nashville, real estate, selling a home, Spring selling season, Tennessee, Troy Stavros

Would You Rather Be Paying Off Your Landlord’s Mortgage Or Your Own?

February 8, 2019 By Troy Stavros

Would You Rather Be Paying Off Your Landlord's Mortgage Or Your Own?

There are some people who haven’t purchased homes because they are uncomfortable taking on the obligation of a mortgage. However, everyone should realize that unless you are living with your parents rent-free, you are paying a mortgage – either yours or your landlord’s. As Entrepreneur Magazine, a premier source for small business, explained in their article, “12 Practical […]

Filed Under: Blog, Home Buying Tagged With: buying a home, buying vs renting, Doorbell Real Estate, Farragut, Franklin, Home buying, investment, Knoxville, mortgage, Nashville, real estate agent, REALTOR, Tennessee, Troy Stavros

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