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paxton pointe subdivision
Paxton Pointe is a 84 lot subdivision located on Thrasher Pike in Hixson Tennessee. It is being developed by Patrick St. Charles and all of the homes are being built by Patrick and River Stone Construction. Most of the homes in the subdivision are in the 1800-2400 square foot range and are priced in the $500,000’s.
Understanding Covenants and Restrictions: A Comprehensive Guide
When you purchase a property, whether it's a house, a condominium, or land, you may come across the terms "covenants" and "restrictions." These terms refer to legal agreements and rules that govern the use and development of the property. Understanding covenants and restrictions is crucial as they can significantly impact your rights and obligations as a property owner. In this blog post, we will explore what covenants and restrictions are, why they exist, and how they can affect you.
Real Producers Cover Story
Travis Close, founder of Travis Close Homes at Real Estate Partners, is a Chattanooga native and now calls Signal Mountain home. He has a degree from Middle Tennessee State University and had a successful career in advertising before transitioning to real estate in 2006. Travis’s career trajectory changed after he and his wife, Tina, were buying a home in 2005. “We’d bought homes before, but this was the first time an agent had made a lasting impression on me,” offers Travis. “Sue Gee was our agent. The market it was very hot then and everyone’s emotions were high.
The Emotional Aspects of Buying a Home
Buying a home can be a challenging process. Along the way you will experience a wide range of emotions. No matter how strongly you feel that you are alone, rest assured that most buyers feel the same way. Here’s a peek at what you can expect when…
Signal Mountain Home for Sale
The national real estate market, state markets and city markets all seemed to be wrapped up in a nifty bundle that effect whether your Signal Mountian home for sale will have a buyer. With the news reports over the last two years about the pop of the housing bubble, homeowners everywhere essentially lost their minds.
What is a 1031 Exchange?
Investing in real estate can be a lucrative venture, but it often involves navigating complex tax implications. One tool that has gained significant popularity among real estate investors is the 1031 exchange. This provision in the U.S. tax code allows investors to defer capital gains taxes when selling one investment property and acquiring another like-kind property. In this blog post, we will explore the benefits and guidelines of utilizing a 1031 exchange, empowering you to make informed decisions and maximize your real estate investments.
Why should you have a Pre-Listing Inspection
Typically, the home inspection occurs after you have a contract on your home. It will uncover any problems with the home, whether large or small. Most buyers will use issues found on a home inspection to renegotiate the price of the home, ask for you to make repairs or they may even walk away. At the very least, a buyer’s estimate may be more costly to the seller’s bottom line.
what is the difference in a realtor and real estate agent?
A REALTOR and a real estate agent are both professionals who work in the real estate industry, but there are some key differences between the two roles.
what are the most important attributes to look for in a realtor?
When looking for a REALTOR, it's essential to find someone who can effectively represent your interests and help you navigate the complexities of buying or selling real estate. Here are some important attributes to consider
Relocation
People ask me all the time, how do we stop new Chattanooga development? Most of the time they are not asking how do we stop all new homes from going up but just the larger developments.
Chattanooga Development
People ask me all the time, how do we stop new Chattanooga development? Most of the time they are not asking how do we stop all new homes from going up but just the larger developments.
How We Market Your Home Online
Let’s cut through the hype you may be seeing as regards Internet marketing of Chattanoooga real estate. Sure, every Chattanooga REALTOR worth their salt has a website. And, my website is better than most in presenting my sellers listings to showcase them to their greatest potential. I’m really good at all of that SEO, Search Engine Optimization, stuff.
Proper list price
What would an upward or lower price adjustment look like based on the current market CMA? Well, let’s look at an example. Let’s say that the CMA of previously and recently sold similar homes shows that the listing price should be around $235,000.
Best Schools in Chattanooga, TEnnessee
There are 63 primary and secondary schools in Chattanooga, TN. The public schools in Tennessee’s fourth largest city belong to Hamilton County School District, which has a total of 44,413 enrolled students – about 26% of Chattanooga’s overall student population of 173,940.
Flipper Bend Signal Mountain
To watch what this neighborhood is becoming is amazing. from the time that you pull off of Roberts Mill Road and approach the Gate House you can tell that it is something special. They are over 75% sold out of lots in Phase One.
Rock CLimbing at Jasper Highlands
Are you a climber and you have been looking for a new place to climb close to Chattanooga? Only about 30 Minutes from Downtown Chattanooga is Jasper Highlands. Jasper Highlands is a new luxury Development by Thunder Enterprise.
Are you getting the most out of your sales team?
Are you a Builder in the Chattanooga area? Have you ever thought about developing a piece of land if only for a few homes? Do you ever question if the REALTOR that you are working with is actually adding value to your project or are they just waiting on you to finish a home so they can list them?
Best Restaurants in Chattanooga
Over the past few years, the number of restaurants in Chattanooga has exploded, offering a diverse array of choices to suit everyone’s palate and cravings. Whether you’re looking for a casual place to meet up with friends or an elegant restaurant to take your significant other for a romantic dinner, you’ll find the perfect place in our roundup of the best restaurants in Chattanooga, TN.