One of the first things people do when they’re looking for an investment property is to start browsing online. Beware! This isn’t beneficial for the buyer at all! Oftentimes, Zillow’s online “zestimates” are way off from the real estate’s actual appraisal. This can give buyers unrealistic expectations when it comes ...

So What is “Earnest Money,” Anyways?

So, you probably knew when you started this whole house-buying-process-thing that you wouldn’t be able to get out of it without putting at least SOME money in. We like to talk about no-down-payment and low-down-payment options, but the truth is you are ...

What Are Experts Saying About the Rest of 2020?

One of the biggest questions on everyone’s minds these days is: What’s going to happen to the housing market in the second half of the year? Based on recent data on the economy, unemployment, real estate, and more, many economists are ...

Ready to make an investment? Now is the perfect time to invest in log cabins in Gatlinburg, TN. If you have money saved up and a secure job, then you can increase your wealth by expanding your investment portfolio. Vacation rentals are great for first-time investors. They can provide a ...

So you’ve found your dream Smoky Mountain cabin, now what? There are lots of facets to the investment process, so the TN Smoky Mtn Realty team put this guide together to help you navigate it. We know that real estate jargon can sometimes be confusing, but that’s why we’re here ...

Are you looking to exchange your investment property for another? The IRS Section 1031 has many moving parts, but, in general, it is designed to allow the swap of one investment property for another. Although most swaps are taxable as sales, if the exchange meets the requirements of 1031, you ...

Are you ready to cash in on your cabin rental investment? Now is the perfect time to put your cabin on the market! This year, there has been a shortage of cabins for sale. Inventory is low, which means cabins for sale in the Smoky Mountains are in high demand ...

Looking to finally invest in something? You should consider investing in vacant land. It is a hot commodity, especially in the Great Smoky Mountains. Building a wealth growing strategy is just one of the many benefits you could get from buying land for sale in Sevierville, TN. 

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Cybercrimes in the U.S. are increasing at a rapid rate. One of the most common ways someone can steal money from you online is by committing real estate wire fraud. Hackers can steal your money by sending you fake wire instructions. Often, they’ll use a similar looking email address ...

Who knows the real estate market in the Smokies better than a local agent? When looking at Smoky Mountain homes for sale, you’ll want to consult an expert. This is a big decision after all. When you work with a TN Smoky Mtn Realty agent, you can rest easy knowing ...