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The Real Story Behind the Lookout Living Team

The Real Story Behind the Lookout Living Team

The Real Story Behind the Lookout Living Team Nobody really grows up saying they want to be a real estate agent. At least, we didn't. Between the two of us, we have an architecture degree, a nursing career, a Hurricane Katrina story, and about fifteen years of figuring it out before we landed exactl
How We're Preparing Our Own Home to Sell (And We're Still 6 -8 Months Out)

How We're Preparing Our Own Home to Sell (And We're Still 6 -8 Months Out)

Here's something we don't talk about enough in real estate: agents are people too. Alex and I are currently preparing our own home to sell. We've got contractor meetings on the calendar, a pressure washer showing up this weekend, and a growing pile of things we're deciding whether to donate, store,
What Is an FHA Loan? Common Misconceptions and What to Expect

What Is an FHA Loan? Common Misconceptions and What to Expect

We were out at one of our listings recently. The home is under contract, everything is moving along, and the FHA appraisal came back with one requirement before closing could happen: build a handrail for the front porch. So that's what we did. We went out, built a handrail, got it done, and kept the
How Interest Rates Affect Your Buying Power in Chattanooga

How Interest Rates Affect Your Buying Power in Chattanooga

How Interest Rates Affect Your Buying Power in Chattanooga There's a number that determines more about what home you can buy than almost anything else and it's not your salary, and it's not your savings account. It's the interest rate on your mortgage. Most buyers understand that higher rates mean h
The First 2 Weeks After Listing Your Home Matter More Than You Think

The First 2 Weeks After Listing Your Home Matter More Than You Think

The First 2 Weeks After Listing Your Home Matter More Than You Think If you’re thinking about selling your home, there’s one part of the process that carries more weight than most people realize: the first couple of weeks after you hit the market. That early window is when your listing gets the most
Why Some Homes Are Still Selling Quickly in Chattanooga (And Others Aren’t)

Why Some Homes Are Still Selling Quickly in Chattanooga (And Others Aren’t)

If you’ve been watching the Chattanooga real estate market lately, you’ve probably noticed something interesting. Some homes go under contract in a matter of days, while others sit… and sit… and sit. Same city. Sometimes even the same neighborhood. So what’s the difference? In today’s market, homes
The Questions Every Buyer Should Ask Before Choosing a Realtor

The Questions Every Buyer Should Ask Before Choosing a Realtor

Choosing a Realtor is one of the most important decisions you’ll make when buying a home and it often gets rushed. A lot of buyers focus all their energy on the house itself, but the person guiding you through the process can have just as much impact on how smooth, stressful, or successful the exper
Pre-Qualified vs Pre-Approved: What Buyers Need to Know

Pre-Qualified vs Pre-Approved: What Buyers Need to Know

If you’re thinking about buying a home, you’ve probably heard the terms pre-qualified and pre-approved thrown around like they mean the same thing. They don’t. Understanding the difference can save you time, frustration, and disappointment once you start seriously house hunting.I talk with buyers al
Where Should I live in Chattanooga?

Where Should I live in Chattanooga?

Which Chattanooga Suburb Is Right For You? (Take the Quiz) Thinking about moving to the Chattanooga area but not sure where to land? With so many amazing suburbs, each with its own vibe, it can be hard to choose. Whether you’re dreaming of mountain views, great schools, or a short commute to downtow
Where Zillow Zestimates Fall Short

Where Zillow Zestimates Fall Short

Zillow’s Algorithm is not all bad, but where it works best is in areas with cookie-cutter homes and consistent sales data. In a diverse, neighborhood driven market like Chattanooga, it can get complicated and is not always reliable. Here is why Zillow Zestimates can be off by tens of thousands: Uniq
What It’s Like to Live in Cleveland, TN: A Guide for Families Relocating to the Chattanooga Area

What It’s Like to Live in Cleveland, TN: A Guide for Families Relocating to the Chattanooga Area

What It’s Like to Live in Cleveland, TN If you’re considering a move to Chattanooga or the surrounding areas, Cleveland, TN, is a hidden gem worth exploring. Nestled just 30 minutes northeast of Chattanooga, this charming city offers a perfect blend of small-town charm, modern conveniences, and fami

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The Real Story Behind the Lookout Living Team

The Real Story Behind the Lookout Living Team

How We're Preparing Our Own Home to Sell (And We're Still 6 -8 Months Out)

How We're Preparing Our Own Home to Sell (And We're Still 6 -8 Months Out)

What Is an FHA Loan? Common Misconceptions and What to Expect

What Is an FHA Loan? Common Misconceptions and What to Expect

How Interest Rates Affect Your Buying Power in Chattanooga

How Interest Rates Affect Your Buying Power in Chattanooga

The First 2 Weeks After Listing Your Home Matter More Than You Think

The First 2 Weeks After Listing Your Home Matter More Than You Think

Why Some Homes Are Still Selling Quickly in Chattanooga (And Others Aren’t)

Why Some Homes Are Still Selling Quickly in Chattanooga (And Others Aren’t)

The Questions Every Buyer Should Ask Before Choosing a Realtor

The Questions Every Buyer Should Ask Before Choosing a Realtor

Pre-Qualified vs Pre-Approved: What Buyers Need to Know

Pre-Qualified vs Pre-Approved: What Buyers Need to Know

Where Should I live in Chattanooga?

Where Should I live in Chattanooga?

Where Zillow Zestimates Fall Short

Where Zillow Zestimates Fall Short

What It’s Like to Live in Cleveland, TN: A Guide for Families Relocating to the Chattanooga Area

What It’s Like to Live in Cleveland, TN: A Guide for Families Relocating to the Chattanooga Area

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