How buying and selling works here
Step-by-step guides to the local process — what to prepare, how each stage runs, and what to expect from offer to closing. Written for one market at a time.
Selecting a Real Estate Agent in Chattanooga
How to pick a waterfront realtor in Chattanooga (flood zones, docks, frontage) and a first-time buyer agent who starts with your lender.
Selecting a Professional for Your Chattanooga Home Sale
Who to hire to sell your house in Chattanooga: agents, low-commission brokers and cash buyers compared, plus a listing and marketing plan.
Selecting a Real Estate Partner in the Chattanooga Area
How to judge Chattanooga real estate agents, teams and brokerages: verified reviews, local expertise, and solo agent versus team fit.
Understanding Seller Closing Costs in Tennessee
What it costs to sell a house in Tennessee: transfer tax, title insurance, prorated taxes, the seller net sheet, and how commissions split.
8 Documents You May Need for Tax Filings If You Sold a House
The 8 documents to gather before filing taxes on a home sale: Form 1099-S, closing statements, basis records, Publication 523, and Form 8949.
How to Choose a Real Estate Agent in Chattanooga and Ooltewah
How to evaluate agents and teams in Chattanooga and Ooltewah — local knowledge, track record, and the questions that matter.
How Much Does It Cost to Sell a House in Chattanooga?
The real cost of selling in Chattanooga — commissions, Tennessee closing costs, prorated taxes, and a seller net-sheet example.
Your Home Buyer Wants to Extend the Closing Date: What Now?
Your buyer wants more time to close. See how a seller reads the contract, adds up the costs and picks an extension option, step by step.
4 Reasons Why Homeowners Decide to Sell Their Homes As-Is
Four reasons homeowners sell as-is, from skipping repair costs to a faster timeline, plus the trade-offs and how to price, disclose and pick a buyer.
Understanding Cash to Close in Real Estate
What you bring on closing day: the cash to close formula, closing costs with cash vs a mortgage, credits, and how to pay, step by step.
First-Time Home Buyers: Be Prepared for Closing Costs
How much first-time home buyers pay in closing costs, what the fees cover, and five steps to compare, lower and pay them.
What You Should Know If You're Buying a Home in a Flood-Prone Area
Buying near water? Check the FEMA flood zone, flood history, insurance costs and elevation, step by step, before you make an offer.