Team Tim West - Keller Williams Realty Greater Chattanooga

09/26/2026

There Are 4 Types of Housing Markets Right Now. Which 1 Are You In?

Four different housing markets are running at once: cash buyers, financed buyers, locked-in owners, and builders. Each one plays by its own rules, and the right move for one is exactly the wrong move for another.

Let's figure out which one you're actually in and build your next move from there.

Chattanooga, TN Real Estate | Team Tim West powered by Keller Williams Realty | 423-664-1600 | Serving Chattanooga, Ooltewah, East Brainerd, Hixson, Cleveland, Ringgold and Surrounding Areas | Each Market Center Independently Owned and Operated.

Today’s housing market splits into four distinct types. You’ve got cash buyers, buyers financing a purchase, owners who feel locked into a low rate, and builders with homes to sell.

09/25/2026

Why So Many Sellers Are Cutting Their Price Right Now

Price cuts are a normal part of today’s housing market, and both buyers and sellers can use them to their advantage. Let's look at what's actually happening with prices in your neighborhood, so you know exactly where you stand before you list or make an offer.

Chattanooga, TN Real Estate | Team Tim West powered by Keller Williams Realty | 423-664-1600 | Serving Chattanooga, Ooltewah, East Brainerd, Hixson, Cleveland, Ringgold and Surrounding Areas | Each Market Center Independently Owned and Operated.

Price cuts are turning up everywhere right now, and they read very differently depending on which side of the deal you’re on.

09/25/2026

🎶 Happy Dolly Parton Day, Tennessee! 🦋

Today, 9/25, we celebrate a Tennessee legend — Dolly Parton!

Dolly taught us to dream big… and if your dream includes a new home, now may be the time to make your move. 🏡✨

Buying or selling in Chattanooga? Put local knowledge and experience on your side with Team Tim West.

From Chattanooga and Ooltewah to Hixson, East Brainerd, Cleveland and North Georgia — let’s turn your real estate dreams into an address.

📲 Ready to buy or sell? Let’s talk!

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09/25/2026

Price cuts have climbed for 7 straight months.

Right now, more than 4 in 10 homes for sale have already had one, and it usually comes down to one thing – the market's moving faster than most sellers expected and their pricing hasn’t necessarily kept up.

A home that needs a cut usually just sat too long priced above what buyers will actually pay right now.

Selling soon? Let's set your number right from day one, so you skip that wasted time.

House hunting? A home that's had its price reduced means the seller's already been through that wait. And sellers who've been sitting are usually ready to deal.

Chattanooga, TN Real Estate | Team Tim West powered by Keller Williams Realty | 423-664-1600 | Serving Chattanooga, Ooltewah, East Brainerd, Hixson, Cleveland, Ringgold and Surrounding Areas | Each Market Center Independently Owned and Operated.

09/24/2026

If you’re selling this season, a little effort out front goes a long way. Because the moment a buyer pulls up to a showing, they're already forming an opinion.

But there are a few simple things you can do to nail that first impression. Think tidying up your landscaping, bringing in some seasonal flowers, and sweeping the walkways. Or even just cleaning out the gutters and making sure the path to your door is well lit.

You don’t need to do a big overhaul to get buyers’ attention.

Let’s chat about what people in our area are looking for right now, and get your house prepped to sell this fall.

Chattanooga, TN Real Estate | Team Tim West powered by Keller Williams Realty | 423-664-1600 | Serving Chattanooga, Ooltewah, East Brainerd, Hixson, Cleveland, Ringgold and Surrounding Areas | Each Market Center Independently Owned and Operated.

09/23/2026

Not sure where to start if you’re thinking about moving? You’re not alone.

Right now, there are actually 4 different housing markets running at once, and each one plays by its own rules.

Cash buyers. Buyers taking out a mortgage. Homeowners feeling reluctant to give up their current low rate. And builders eager to sell their extra inventory.

Which group you fall in can completely change how you should approach your move. But that’s where an agent comes in.

We have the expertise on what to do for your specific situation and the strategies that are going to work for you.

Comment below and tell me which group you’re in. Let's figure out your next move from there.

Chattanooga, TN Real Estate | Team Tim West powered by Keller Williams Realty | 423-664-1600 | Serving Chattanooga, Ooltewah, East Brainerd, Hixson, Cleveland, Ringgold and Surrounding Areas | Each Market Center Independently Owned and Operated.

09/22/2026

Get Your House Buyer-Ready for Fall

Prepping your house to sell this fall and not sure where to focus? Start where buyers do – at the curb. Their first few seconds out front shape how buyers feel about the rest of the house.A few simple touches make a big difference. Freshen up the front door with a new coat of paint, touch up your landscaping or bring in seasonal flowers, sweep the walkways and clean the gutters, and make sure the path to the door is well lit. A great agent knows what today's buyers will notice, and which touch-ups are worth your time. So, let’s connect and get your house ready to turn heads this fall.

Chattanooga, TN Real Estate | Team Tim West powered by Keller Williams Realty | 423-664-1600 | Serving Chattanooga, Ooltewah, East Brainerd, Hixson, Cleveland, Ringgold and Surrounding Areas | Each Market Center Independently Owned and Operated.

09/22/2026

Mortgage rates have been climbing again, and if you're hoping to buy, that can feel discouraging.

Here’s what you have to remember.

You can't control where rates go. But you can control a few things that shape the rate you actually get: your credit score, the type and term of loan you choose, and whether you buy a newly built home, where builders are often buying down rates to bring buyers in.

Focus there, and you put yourself in a stronger spot without waiting on the market.

Want to talk it through? A trusted lender can help with the numbers, and we can find the home to match. Let's connect.

Chattanooga, TN Real Estate | Team Tim West powered by Keller Williams Realty | 423-664-1600 | Serving Chattanooga, Ooltewah, East Brainerd, Hixson, Cleveland, Ringgold and Surrounding Areas | Each Market Center Independently Owned and Operated.

09/21/2026

3 Things You Can Actually Control About Your Mortgage Rate Right Now

You can't control where mortgage rates go, but you can control your credit, your loan, and the kind of home you buy. Working with a trusted lender can help you lock in the best rate you qualify for. And when you’re ready to make a move that fits your budget, let’s connect.

Chattanooga, TN Real Estate | Team Tim West powered by Keller Williams Realty | 423-664-1600 | Serving Chattanooga, Ooltewah, East Brainerd, Hixson, Cleveland, Ringgold and Surrounding Areas | Each Market Center Independently Owned and Operated.

If you're trying to buy a home, affordability is probably what keeps you up at night.

09/21/2026

How active is the Chattanooga luxury real estate market in 2026? As of August 31, the Chattanooga area had recorded 253 home sales of $1 million or more, including 30 sales above $2 million.

For comparison, the Chattanooga area recorded 317 million-dollar-plus home sales during all of 2025, including 50 sales above $2 million.

Tim West is a Chattanooga real estate expert with the local knowledge needed to navigate this specialized market. Luxury-home values can differ significantly among Signal Mountain, Lookout Mountain, Downtown Chattanooga, Ooltewah, Apison and other desirable communities.

Selling a luxury home requires informed pricing, strategic positioning and an understanding of what qualified Chattanooga-area buyers expect. Purchasing one requires equally strong knowledge of neighborhoods, property features and current market conditions. Tim West brings that Chattanooga expertise to both sides of the transaction.

Looking for a Chattanooga luxury Realtor®? Contact Team Tim West for knowledgeable guidance when buying or selling a distinctive home in Greater Chattanooga.

Go Real Estate. GO WEST!

Team Tim West
Keller Williams Realty – Greater Chattanooga

Source: Greater Chattanooga Association of Realtors