Archive for October, 2009

First-Time Home Buyers Are The Driving Force In Existing Home Sales

Wednesday, October 28th, 2009 Posted in Uncategorized | No Comments »

My sources at the National Association of Realtors in Washington, DC, are reporting that exisitng home sales rebounded strongly in September, with first-time buyers leading much of the sales.  The ... Read more..

Lucky Autumn Leaf Peepers in Tennessee’s Mountains Could Get an Elk Bonus

Wednesday, October 28th, 2009 Posted in Uncategorized | No Comments »

A potential number of visitors to Tennessee's Mountains might spot a herd of elk among the glowing beauty of the autumn foliage. For me and other nature-lovers, the sight of ... Read more..

September Statistics Show Stronger Real Estate Sales

Tuesday, October 27th, 2009 Posted in Uncategorized | No Comments »

Real Estate sales were up considerably in September Statistics released on Friday show the highest number of real estate sales in two years, positive news indeed in an industry that has ... Read more..

Important Question for Home Buyers: Can You Afford the Mortgage?

Friday, October 23rd, 2009 Posted in Uncategorized | No Comments »

[caption id="" align="alignright" width="200" caption="The key to success in purchasing a home is buying what you can afford"][/caption] If there is one thing we can take away from the real estate ... Read more..

Real Estate Outlook: Warning of Slow Down?

Thursday, October 22nd, 2009 Posted in Uncategorized | No Comments »

Though some economic analysts are warning that the housing market's rebound will slow down as the weather turns colder, this week's numbers show no hints of that. In fact, they're ... Read more..

Smokies’ Sevier County Winter Festivals Are Almost Here

Tuesday, October 20th, 2009 Posted in Uncategorized | No Comments »

I am not trying to hasten winter's arrival, but Smoky Mountain Winter Festivals are only weeks away. Even Mother Nature agrees, as evidenced by the past weekend's weather.  We had a ... Read more..

Things to Know Before You Buy Your First Home

Saturday, October 17th, 2009 Posted in Uncategorized | No Comments »

[caption id="" align="alignright" width="228" caption="Take your time and know what you are doing before buying your first home"][/caption] It is a great time to buy a first home.  Not only are ... Read more..

Pending Home Sales Is On A Record Streak

Thursday, October 15th, 2009 Posted in Uncategorized | No Comments »

In news out of the nation's capital, I was delighted to read that pending home sales have increased for the seventh straight  month. Sources for this information were;  Charles McMillian, President ... Read more..

Use Horse Power as a Unique, Fun Way to View the Smokies

Wednesday, October 14th, 2009 Posted in Uncategorized | No Comments »

Today's blog will explore how visitors to our area can view the beauty and grandeur of the Great Smoky Mountains from horseback. Some visitors to the Smokies are experienced equestrians, ... Read more..

Tax Credit May Be Extended

Monday, October 12th, 2009 Posted in Uncategorized | No Comments »

There has been a push in the House to get the First Time Home Buyer Tax Credit extended, as well as expanded.  Last week the House passed a bill extending ... Read more..