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Dreaming of a Bigger Home in Knoxville? Why Not Buy It This Year?

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Dreaming of a Bigger Home? Why Not Buy It This Year? | MyKCM

Are you clamoring for extra rooms or a more functional floorplan in your Knoxville home? Maybe it’s time to make a move. If you’ll be able to work remotely for the long-term or your overall needs have simply changed, it’s a great time to sell your house and move up. Why? With mortgage rates in their favor and higher-priced home sales powering more moves across the country, sellers in today’s housing market are finding the space they need (and have always dreamed of) by purchasing a home in the upper end of the Knoxville housing market.

With so few homes available for sale in Knoxville and high demand from today’s homebuyers, sellers are profiting in major ways this season. Bidding wars are gaining traction, driving up the sale price of more and more homes throughout the country. This means sellers in Knoxville are able to leverage extra cash from higher-priced sales while also taking advantage of today’s low mortgage rates when they purchase their next home. It’s the perfect scenario to move up into a true dream home. According to the April Luxury Market Report from the Institute for Luxury Home Marketing:

“The Institute’s recent analysis of sales in 2020 for homes over 5,000 square feet support the continuing preference for larger homes. The analysis determined that there was a 17% increase in the number of 5,000+ sq ft homes sold when compared to the number of sales in 2019.

Luxury home prices continue to see record highs in the majority of affluent ex-urban communities, as the influence of being able to work from home is still driving buyers away from living in high density areas. Low interest rates also remain in play, allowing buyers to realize the affordability of owning a larger property, which further reinforces this trend.”

Lawrence Yun, Chief Economist for the National Association of Realtors (NAR), also explains:

“The market is hot pretty much everywhere and across all price points . . . The only area where there is sufficient inventory is in $1 million-plus homes . . . .”

While this price range certainly doesn’t fit every budget, if it’s in your reach this summer, you may want to make your move sooner rather than later. Today, more homes are available in this segment of the market, but as the report mentions, more buyers are investing here too, so competition may heat up sooner rather than later.

Bottom Line

If you’re planning to sell your current home to move into a larger one, let’s connect today. We’ll discuss your current situation and the opportunities in our local market.

Call or Text me, Troy Stavros with CornerStone Realty Associates at 865-999-0925 tdoay. My amazing team is here to serve you.

6104 Seabury Court, Knoxville, TN 37931 – Homes for sale in Karns TN

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723 Bryant Terrace, Powell, TN 37849 – Homes for sale in Powell TN

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CLICK ABOVE TO WATCH THE VIDEO TOUR! Super convenient location is just minutes from shopping, restaurants, and the interstate. Hard to find custom 1.5 story home in the heart of Powell featuring a split floor plan with 3 BEDROOMS ON THE MAIN LEVEL plus a 4th bedroom and bonus room upstairs. Vaulted ceilings make the space feel open and airy. The large owner’s suite has a tray ceiling and updated bath with custom tile shower with glass door, whirlpool tub, and granite counter with double sinks. Plenty of room to play or entertain as you step out back to the screened porch and separate open deck area. Both overlooking the flat, fenced backyard. All of your parking needs are met between the 2 car garage and extra large concrete driveway that is suitable for parking an RV or camper. Zoned for all Powell Schools. USDA Eligible!

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This Isn’t a Housing Bubble. It’s Simply Lack of Supply. [INFOGRAPHIC]

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This Isn’t a Bubble. It’s Simply Lack of Supply. [INFOGRAPHIC] | Simplifying The Market

Some Highlights

  • In a recent article, Lawrence Yun, Chief Economist for the National Association of Realtors (NAR), discussed the state of today’s housing market.
  • When addressing whether or not today’s high buyer competition and rising home prices are evidence of a housing bubble, Yun said that this “is not a bubble. It is simply lack of supply.”
  • Today’s Knoxville housing market is healthy, and the rising prices of Knoxville homes are driven by real buyer demand. Let’s connect to talk about the best ways to navigate such an energetic market.

Call/Text me, Troy Stavros with CornerStone Realty Associates at 865-999-0925 today! My team and I would love to serve you!

How Much Should I Offer on a House in Knoxville in 2021?

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For generations, the homebuying process never really changed. The seller would try to estimate the market value of the home and tack on a little extra to give themselves some negotiating room. That figure would become the listing price of the house. Buyers would then try to determine how much less than the full price they could offer and still get the home. The asking price was generally the ceiling of the negotiation. The actual sales price would almost always be somewhat lower than the list price. It was unthinkable to pay more than what the seller was asking.

Today is different.

The record-low supply of homes for sale in Knoxville coupled with very strong buyer demand is leading to a rise in bidding wars on most homes. Because of this, homes today often sell for more than the list price. In some cases, they sell for a lot more.

According to the Home Buyers and Sellers Generational Trends report just released by the National Association of Realtors (NAR), 45% of buyers paid full price or more.

You may need to change the way you look at the asking price of a home.

In this market, you likely can’t shop for a home with the old-school mentality of refusing to pay full price or more for a house.

Because of the shortage of inventory of houses for sale in Knoxville, many homes are actually being offered in an auction-like atmosphere in which the highest bidder wins the home. In an actual auction, the seller of an item agrees to take the highest bid, and many sellers set a reserve price on the item they’re selling. A reserve price is the minimum amount a seller will accept as the winning bid.

When navigating the competitive Knoxville housing market, think of the list price of the house as the reserve price at an auction. It’s the minimum the seller will accept in many cases. Today, the asking price is often becoming the floor of the negotiation rather than the ceiling. Therefore, if you really love a home in Knoxville, know that it may ultimately sell for more than the sellers are asking. So, as you’re navigating the homebuying process, make sure you know your budget, know what you can afford, and work with a trusted advisor who can help you make all the right moves as you buy a home.

Bottom Line

Someone who’s more familiar with the housing market of the past than that of today may think offering more for a home than the listing price is foolish. However, frequent and competitive bidding wars are creating an auction-like atmosphere in many real estate transactions. Let’s connect so you have the best advice on how to make a competitive offer on a home in our local market.

Call/Text me, Troy Stavros with CornerStone Realty Associates at 865-999-0925. My team and I look forward to serving you!

How To Make A Strong Offer on a House in Knoxville, TN

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Today’s homebuyers in Knoxville, TN are faced with a strong sellers’ market, which means there are a lot of active buyers competing for a relatively low number of available Knoxville homes. As a result, it’s essential to understand how to make a confident and competitive offer on your dream home. Here are 5 tips for success in this critical stage of the homebuying process and how to make a strong offer on a house in Knoxville, TN.

1. Listen to Your Knoxville Real Estate Advisor

An article from Freddie Mac gives direction on making an offer on a home in Knoxville. From the start, it emphasizes how trusted professionals can help you stay focused on the most important things, especially at times when this process can get emotional for buyers:

“Remember to let your homebuying team guide you on your journey, not your emotions. Their support and expertise will keep you from compromising on your must-haves and future financial stability.”

A Knoxville real estate professional should be the expert guide you lean on for advice when you’re ready to make an offer.

2. Understand Your Finances

Having a complete understanding of your budget and how much house you can afford is essential. The best way to know this is to get pre-approved for a loan early in the homebuying process. Only 44% of today’s prospective homebuyers are planning to apply for pre-approval, so be sure to take this step so you stand out from the crowd. Doing so make it clear to sellers you’re a serious and qualified buyer, and it can give you a competitive edge in a bidding war (in fact in today’s market, most sellers aren’t even looking at offers that don’t come with a pre-approval letter from a lender.)

3. Be Prepared to Move Quickly

According to the latest Realtors Confidence Index from the National Association of Realtors (NAR), the average property sold today receives 3.7 offers and is on the market for just 21 days (Knoxville’s median days on the market is only 9 days!) These are both results of today’s competitive market, showing how important it is to stay agile and alert in your search. As soon as you find the right home for your needs, be prepared to submit an offer as quickly as possible.

4. Make a Fair Offer

It’s only natural to want the best deal you can get on a home in Knoxville, TN. However, Freddie Mac also warns that submitting an offer that’s too low can lead sellers to doubt how serious you are as a buyer. Don’t make an offer that will be tossed out as soon as it’s received. The expertise your Knoxville agent brings to this part of the process will help you stay competitive:

“Your agent will work with you to make an informed offer based on the market value of the home, the condition of the home and recent home sale prices in the area.”

5. Stay Flexible in Negotiations

After submitting an offer, the seller may accept it, reject it, or counter it with their own changes. In a competitive market, it’s important to stay nimble throughout the negotiation process. You can strengthen your position with an offer that includes flexible move-in dates, a higher price, or minimal contingencies (conditions you set that the seller must meet for the purchase to be finalized). Freddie Mac explains that there are, however, certain contingencies you don’t want to forego:

“Resist the temptation to waive the inspection contingency, especially in a hot market or if the home is being sold ‘as-is’, which means the seller won’t pay for repairs. Without an inspection contingency, you could be stuck with a contract on a house you can’t afford to fix.”

Bottom Line

Today’s competitive market in Knoxville makes it more important than ever to make a strong offer on a home. Let’s connect to make sure you rise to the top along the way.

Call/Text me, Troy Stavros with CornerStone Realty Associates at 865-999-0925 today! My team is ready to serve you!