Posts by Kristi Bailey, President
Closing the door on 2021
As my two years serving you as NETAR President draws to a close, I am incredibly grateful to have been entrusted with this honor, privilege, and responsibility. Was it anything…
Read MoreLocal real estate data key to good marketing, savvy shopping
By KRISTI BAILEY Eye-popping describes some of the current headlines about real estate. But savvy consumers should be wary. Most of what is printed or broadcast in the mass media is based on the so-called national market…
Read MoreSellers will lose some advantage in the moderating market
Historically November is a month that sees exceptions to the seasonal slowing trend. This year is no exception. Sales didn’t get a bump as they have in years past, but sales prices did. The median…
Read MoreDemographics take bigger role in future housing needs
Birth rates are not at the top of the list some REALTORS® think about when mapping out leads for new clients. But that’s not the case in the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR) Research…
Read MoreDoes renting make more sense than buying?
The temptation to rent for folks who recently retired or will soon retire is understandable. The market’s hot. So, seizing the opportunity to take advantage of all that equity increase…
Read MoreWhat you need to know about buying a flipped house
There are many reasons sidelined buyers are looking at the closing months of this year as a good time to buy. Here are a few of those reasons. Mortgage rates are bouncing below and…
Read MoreStill want to buy a house this year? Here’s what to know about the local market
Common knowledge holds that fall and winter is not the best time to shop for a home. Check out the Northeast Tennessee Association of REALTORS® (NETAR) October Home Sales Report and you’ll see sales are…
Read MoreSuccessful REALTORS® are constantly increasing their skills
One thing that goes hand-in-hand with being a successful REALTOR® is a commitment to continuing education. The National Association of REALTORS® (NAR) has designed this month for designations and certifications awareness. The worth of designations, certifications, and continuing education are illustrated by the success of those who take…
Read MoreREALTORS® have key role in helping residents move to the area
One of the hot-button topics these days is the out-of-state people who have been moving to the NE TN – SW VA area. The bottom line is we’re no longer one…
Read MoreGet ready for higher energy bills this winter
The U.S. Energy Information Administration says households should brace for heating bills that could be as much as 54% higher than last year. It looks like those heating with natural…
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