Why does home ownership matter to a 3 year old?

Growing up I took for granted the fact that from the age of six to 17, I lived in the same house. Once I graduated high school that was a different story I moved over 15 times in 10 years from Cape Coral, FLorida to Soddy Daisy, Tennessee to Chattanooga, Tennessee. I enjoyed moving and… [Continue Reading]

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All HUD homes for sale in Chattanooga TN for the week of May the 6th as listed in the Chattanooga MLS

  All HUD homes for sale in Chattanooga, TN Residential – CHATTANOOGA, TN Description All HUD homes for sale in Chattanooga TN ———————————————- The following are the links to the selected listings. Click Here to go view all listings at once. 1177987 – Details: 1319 ROANOKE AVE, CHATTANOOGA, TN – $9,000 1178252 – Details: 3501… [Continue Reading]

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10 reasons your home isn’t being shown.

10 reasons your home isn’t being shown. You have picked your agent, signed the paperwork, the sign is in the yard and the house has been on the market for a month, but you have had no showings. Your home is not on the market for fun. The goal is to get it sold! Here… [Continue Reading]

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Four sessions I will not miss at RETSO 2012

HOLY SMARTNESS Batman, that was my initial reaction to the RETSO line-up all these people to learn from in one location. Last year, was my first experience with RETSO, and while I had meet/was friends with many of the speakers. It was an overwhelming abundance of knowledge that was shared in two days. I vowed… [Continue Reading]

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My credit is in the 500′s help…….

My credit is in the 500′s help……. Recently, I received an email asking for help in getting their credit scores . Hi Brandi. My husband and I are needing help with a home first time buyer the only situation we come across is our credit both under 500 and have 6 kids we own a… [Continue Reading]

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I want to buy a home…should I just look at homes first?

  I want to buy a home…should I just look at homes first? This is a very common question that I am asked. Here are the first steps I would recommend to anyone who is wanting to buy a home. 1. Ask around to get recommendations for a REALTOR. A great resource for this would… [Continue Reading]

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My credit is in the 500′s help…….

My credit is in the 500′s help……. Recently, I received an email asking for help in getting their credit scores . Hi Brandi. My husband and I are needing help with a home first time buyer the only situation we come across is our credit both under 500 and have 6 kids we own a… [Continue Reading]

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Is buying a rent-to-own a good option in today’s market?

Is buying a rent-to-own a good option? Recently, a buyer asked if he should “buy” a rent to own. Well, what exactly is a rent to own home?  A rent to own home is where the seller is going to let a buyer move into the home with a down payment (that is usually non-refundable… [Continue Reading]

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Brandi Pearl Thompson displays Zillow marketing for those listing in the Chattanooga market

In this video we try to display how our simple marketing tactics plus our membership with Zillow.com can help you sell your home in Chattanooga helping boost the real estate market in our local area. Chattanooga real estate is growing leaps and bounds, and Brandi pearl Thompson can do more to help you sell your… [Continue Reading]

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New York Times “45 Places to Go in 2012″ names Chattanooga number 25 on its list.

45 Places to Go in 2012 The New York Times published a list last week of the 45 places to visit this year. The list included places from all over the world, and the scenic city, Chattanooga, was named number 25.  The full list is below. 25. Chattanooga, Tenn. A city stages a comeback fueled by artists and… [Continue Reading]

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Looking to Volunteer in Chattanooga?

Looking to Volunteer in Chattanooga? Here are some organizations that are in need of volunteers Chattanooga Area Food Bank  423-622-1800 Hospice of Chattanooga  423-892-4289 ext. 23855 American Red Cross 423-752-0316 Windy Brooks  Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Chattanooga 423-752-0316 Urban League-Tax Preparation dthomas@ulchatt.net Contact of Chattanooga  423-899-5719 Amedisys Hospice  423-499-0018

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10 Advantages to signing a buyer’s agreement with an agent

10 Advantages to signing a buyer’s agreement with an agent Having you been surfing the web looking for the perfect house to make a home for you? I bet you have been looking for several weeks now and if your like me when I bought my first home you may even feel that real estate… [Continue Reading]

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Why Use a REALTOR®?

Why Use a REALTOR®? All real estate licensees are not the same. Only real estate licensees who are members of the NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS® are properly called REALTORS®. They proudly display the REALTOR “®” logo on the business card or other marketing and sales literature. REALTORS® are committed to treat all parties to a… [Continue Reading]

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Eight important questions to ask your real estate agent

Eight important questions to ask your agent Qualifications are important. However, finding a solid, professional agent means getting beyond the resume, and into what makes an agent effective. Use the following questions as your starting point in hiring your licensed, professional real estate agent: Why did you become a real estate agent? Why should I… [Continue Reading]

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Real Trends and The Wall Street Journal’s Top 1000 Top Sales Teams and Professionals for 2011

Out of the Top 1000 sales teams across the United States for 2011, only three Tennessee-based professional groups have made Real Trends and The Wall Street Journal’s The Thousand list for 2011 which includes ReMax Properties North of Hixson, Tennessee which I have been a ReMax agent for the past six years. Our team was… [Continue Reading]

Isn’t an appraisal the same as a home inspection?

Recently, during a buyer consultation, while explaining the importance of a home inspection and an appraisal. I was asked, “Are they not the same thing?” The buyer was hoping to only have to pay for one of the two services. However, each service serves an important roll in the home buying process. Home Inspections In… [Continue Reading]

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Types of sellers in today’s market

Have you heard from the media that today is a buyer’s market? Have you thought this means every seller is desperate and every house can be a bought at a good deal? Well, that isn’t the whole truth, and nothing but the truth. The market is some cases is a buyer’s market, but in the… [Continue Reading]

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America’s Best Affordable Places 2011

Best Affordable Place in Tennessee: Hamilton County Population: 340,877 Median family income: $58,045 Households spending more than 30 percent income on housing: 29.7 percent Unemployment: 8.7 percent Adult population with bachelor’s degrees: 26.9 percent Major cities: Chattanooga, East Brainerd, East Ridge Southeast Tennessee’s Hamilton County is home to a Volkswagen plant (VOW:GR) in Chattanooga, its… [Continue Reading]

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But I don’t have to buy….

Have you ever heard this? Or maybe even you have been the one to utter these words. Recently, I meet a great couple who where clearly wanting to buy a house, but kept telling me, “We don’t have to buy.” As a real estate professional and as a home buyer I understood both what they… [Continue Reading]

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Do you have questions about financing options?

In today’s market there are many financing options available. Below are a synopsis of the major programs available. Fixed-Rate Loans The fixed-rate mortgage is the most popular mortgage program in use today. Fixed-rate loans offer the borrow a fixed interest rate for the life of the loan, typically 15 to 30 years. Borrowers have peace… [Continue Reading]

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Tips to aid you in the home buying process

1. GET PRE-APPROVED or have a proof of funds letter if you are paying cash. You first want to get pre-approved by a lender. If you have not already chosen one, I can recommend some to you. All you have to do is ask! 2. CONSULTATION Set up a time that you can sit down… [Continue Reading]

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10 steps to help sell your home

10 Steps to help sell your home 1. Make the most of the first impression. The fewer obstacles between the buyers and the true appeal of your home the better. 2. Invest a few hours for future dividends. Clean, clean, clean. A little paint, touch up, and cleaning can go a long way. A buyer… [Continue Reading]

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10 reasons your home isn’t being shown.

10 reasons your home isn’t being shown. You have picked your agent, signed the paperwork, the sign is in the yard and the house has been on the market for a month, but you have had no showings. Your home is not on the market for fun. The goal is to get it sold! Here [...]

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Four sessions I will not miss at RETSO 2012

HOLY SMARTNESS Batman, that was my initial reaction to the RETSO line-up all these people to learn from in one location. Last year, was my first experience with RETSO, and while I had meet/was friends with many of the speakers. It was an overwhelming abundance of knowledge that was shared in two days. I vowed [...]

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My credit is in the 500′s help…….

My credit is in the 500′s help……. Recently, I received an email asking for help in getting their credit scores . Hi Brandi. My husband and I are needing help with a home first time buyer the only situation we come across is our credit both under 500 and have 6 kids we own a [...]

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I want to buy a home…should I just look at homes first?

  I want to buy a home…should I just look at homes first? This is a very common question that I am asked. Here are the first steps I would recommend to anyone who is wanting to buy a home. 1. Ask around to get recommendations for a REALTOR. A great resource for this would [...]

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All HUD homes for sale in Chattanooga TN for the week of April the 2nd as listed in the Chattanooga MLS

  All HUD homes for sale in Chattanooga, TN Residential – CHATTANOOGA, TN Description All HUD homes for sale in Chattanooga TN ———————————————- The following are the links to the selected listings. Click Here to go view all listings at once on HUDHomeStore.com 1176706 – Details: 19 SLATE DR, CHICKAMAUGA, GA – $144,000 1176588 – [...]

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We first met Brandi when we called her to view a home. Our house was on the market with another realtor and we had a horrible experience with that realtor. In viewing the home, we told Brandi about our house and she gave us some staging advice knowing she wouldn't really reap any benefits because we were under contract with the other realtor. Our house was listed for 8 months with that realtor and we NEVER heard from them. After showing us the home, Brandi then followed up with a phone call to check on the staging advice and then sent us a thank you card for allowing her to show us a home. When our contract was up, we immediately called her and signed on with Remax North. Within a month's time, Brandi sold our home! She's been a HUGE help and has made this such a smooth process, I couldn't imagine using anyone else. She's great with communication, advice and making the process of selling and buying very easy. I would HIGHLY recommend her! ~Posted by rge060610 on Zillow.com
Unbelievably knowledgeable! From start to finish keeps you informed and quick to respond to any questions. I will definitely use Brandi for any real estate needs in the future. ~Posted by Dcly on Zillow.com
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