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Financing hiccups. An appraisal that comes in low. A seller who gets cold feet halfway through negotiations. These thing...
09/24/2026

Financing hiccups. An appraisal that comes in low. A seller who gets cold feet halfway through negotiations. These things happen constantly, and most agents deal with them after they've already blown up your timeline.

I'd rather see them coming. Fifteen years in this market means I've hit almost every roadblock at least once, so I know how to work around them before they turn into a dead deal.

That's the difference between a stressful closing and a smooth one. Not luck. Preparation.

Looking to buy or sell in Chattanooga or North Georgia? I'll walk you through what to expect before it happens, not after.

πŸ“² Cell: 423-432-4115
☎️ Office: 855-261-2233
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Rent goes up. It's not a maybe, it's a when. And every check you write disappears into someone else's equity, not yours....
09/22/2026

Rent goes up. It's not a maybe, it's a when. And every check you write disappears into someone else's equity, not yours.

A fixed mortgage doesn't move like that. Your payment stays predictable while rent in your building keeps climbing around you. Ten years from now, one of those has built you something. The other hasn't.

I'm not saying renting is wrong for everyone right now. But if you're on the fence in Chattanooga or North Georgia, let's actually run your numbers instead of guessing.

πŸ“² Cell: 423-432-4115
☎️ Office: 855-261-2233
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A first-time buyer with 5% down needs a completely different game plan than an investor closing their fourth deal in cas...
09/18/2026

A first-time buyer with 5% down needs a completely different game plan than an investor closing their fourth deal in cash. Same market, same city, totally different playbook.

I don't run one strategy and hope it fits. First-timer, downsizer, relocating from out of state, seasoned investor β€” I build the approach around what YOU actually need, not what worked for the last client.

That's the job. Not just opening doors β€” knowing which numbers matter for your specific situation and which ones are noise.

Buying in Chattanooga or North Georgia? Let's talk about what your plan should actually look like.

πŸ“² Cell: 423-432-4115
☎️ Office: 855-261-2233
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Open houses move fast in this market. Blink and the one you wanted to walk through is already under contract.I keep my c...
09/14/2026

Open houses move fast in this market. Blink and the one you wanted to walk through is already under contract.

I keep my clients ahead of that. New listings, upcoming open houses, price changes. You get the information before the crowd shows up on a Saturday morning, not after.

Follow along or reach out directly and I'll make sure you know what's opening its doors this week in Chattanooga and North Georgia.

πŸ“² Cell: 423-432-4115
☎️ Office: 855-261-2233
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OPEN HOUSE WEEKEND // TWO CHANCES, TWO DIFFERENT PROPERTIESThis weekend brings two very different opportunities, and bot...
09/11/2026

OPEN HOUSE WEEKEND // TWO CHANCES, TWO DIFFERENT PROPERTIES

This weekend brings two very different opportunities, and both are worth the drive.

SATURDAY, 1-3 PM
6514 White Oak Valley Circle, McDonald, TN 37353
3.4 fully fenced acres just outside Ooltewah with a brick one-level home, a pool, and enough outbuildings (barn, workshop, storage) to make any hobbyist or business owner take notice.

SUNDAY, 2-4 PM
2802 Saint Lawrence Road, Chattanooga, TN 37421
A freshly updated split-level in East Brainerd. New roof, new AC, granite kitchen, fenced backyard, and move-in ready from top to bottom.

One is space and privacy. The other is turnkey convenience. Come see whichever fits what you're looking for, or come see both.

Sabrena Smedley
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OPEN HOUSE SUNDAY // MOVE-IN READY IN EAST BRAINERD2802 Saint Lawrence Road, Chattanooga, TN 37421. Sunday, 2-4 PM.This ...
09/11/2026

OPEN HOUSE SUNDAY // MOVE-IN READY IN EAST BRAINERD

2802 Saint Lawrence Road, Chattanooga, TN 37421. Sunday, 2-4 PM.

This split-level home just got a full refresh and it shows. 4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, approximately 2,600 square feet on a large level lot with painted cedar siding and a covered front porch.

WHAT'S NEW:
New roof, new gutters, new AC, new water heater. Fresh paint inside and out. New LVP flooring and new carpet. Updated plumbing and light fixtures throughout.

THE LAYOUT:
Living room opens through an arched doorway into the formal dining room. Kitchen has new granite counters and new stainless appliances. The primary suite has its own arched entry into an ensuite bath with a separate shower. Two more bedrooms share a full bath with a double vanity and new white subway tile around the tub. Downstairs is a huge den with a brick wall fireplace, a fourth bedroom, a half bath, and a laundry room with upper cabinets for storage.

OUTSIDE:
Fenced backyard, a newer deck for entertaining, a storage building for the lawn equipment, and a side-facing two-car garage.

Easy interstate access from East Brainerd puts this one in a strong spot for commuters. Come see it Sunday.

Sabrena Smedley
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πŸ“ž 855-261-2233
πŸ“± 423-432-4115
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OPEN HOUSE SATURDAY // 3.4 ACRES OUTSIDE OOLTEWAHThis one is for the buyer who wants space, and not just a little of it....
09/11/2026

OPEN HOUSE SATURDAY // 3.4 ACRES OUTSIDE OOLTEWAH

This one is for the buyer who wants space, and not just a little of it. 6514 White Oak Valley Circle sits on 3.4 fully fenced and gated acres in McDonald, just outside Ooltewah and Collegedale.

THE HOME:
One-level brick, approximately 1,800 sqft, 3 bedrooms and 2 baths, plus a flex room that works as a 4th bedroom, office, or whatever you need it to be. Living room has a brick fireplace with a wood-burning insert. Kitchen has an island and opens to a separate dining room, with a laundry closet just off that space. The primary suite has double walk-in closets and its own sunroom, perfect for coffee or a quiet book.

THE PROPERTY:
This is where it gets interesting. A basement with a single-car garage and workshop. A detached two-car garage/workshop with a lean-to, built for a side-by-side or recreational equipment. A storage building. A barn with a hayloft. Even a playhouse! And then there's the huge detached workshop/garage with a covered front porch, office area, and two bays, ready for a business, a car collection, or a serious hobby.

Add a pool and pool house with a sink, toilet, and shower, a new roof, and new flooring in 2020, and you have a property built for privacy and versatility in one of the fastest-growing corners of the county.

SATURDAY // 1-3 PM
6514 White Oak Valley Circle, McDonald, TN 37353

Come walk it yourself this Saturday. Questions before then? Call or text 423-432-4115.

Sabrena Smedley
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πŸ“ž 855-261-2233
πŸ“± 423-432-4115
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I get this call a lot from California and New York. Same question every time β€” "what does this actually get me there?"No...
09/09/2026

I get this call a lot from California and New York. Same question every time β€” "what does this actually get me there?"

No state income tax is the first number that changes the math. Then the sale price of a comparable home. Then property taxes that don't make you flinch. Add it up and it's not a small difference, it's often tens of thousands of dollars a year staying in your pocket instead of leaving it.

Chattanooga isn't a compromise move. It's a river city with mountains on the horizon, a walkable downtown, and a cost of living that lets your money do more than just cover the mortgage.

If you're weighing a move from out of state, I can show you exactly what your budget translates to here.

πŸ“² Cell: 423-432-4115
☎️ Office: 855-261-2233
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Boxes everywhere, half the kitchen still in bubble wrap, and they're just lying on the floor soaking it in. That's the m...
09/07/2026

Boxes everywhere, half the kitchen still in bubble wrap, and they're just lying on the floor soaking it in. That's the moment that makes this job worth it.

Labor Day always sneaks up right in the middle of moving season, and I love seeing clients pause long enough to actually enjoy the home they worked so hard to get into. The unpacking can wait one more day.

Wishing everyone in Chattanooga and North Georgia a happy Labor Day, especially those breaking in a brand new address this weekend.

πŸ“² Cell: 423-432-4115
☎️ Office: 855-261-2233
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I've watched investors from California and New York run the numbers on Chattanooga and go quiet for a second. No state i...
09/05/2026

I've watched investors from California and New York run the numbers on Chattanooga and go quiet for a second. No state income tax. Price points that still make sense on paper. A river city that's growing instead of plateauing.

That combination doesn't last forever in any market. It gets discovered.

I've spent 15 years watching this city change β€” which neighborhoods are still undervalued, which ones already had their moment, where the growth is actually headed next. That's not a guess, it's pattern recognition from being on the ground here for a decade and a half.

If you're an investor looking at Chattanooga or North Georgia, let's talk numbers.

πŸ“² Cell: 423-432-4115
☎️ Office: 855-261-2233
🌐 sabrenasells.com

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