The Callahan Group Real Estate Services

06/13/2026

Could waiting until later this year work out? Sure. But it's important to understand what you may gain by moving now too – that way you have the full picture before you decide.

If a 2026 move is on your radar, let’s connect and talk about what matters most to you. Depending on your priorities, Summer could be your moment.

06/12/2026

Moving this Summer, and not sure where to start? The new Summer Guides for buying or selling a home have your answers. For your free digital copy, let’s connect.

06/12/2026

“I’m good. You’re good. Everything’s good.”

That is what a lot of agents are telling themselves right now.

And before you know it, your head is fully buried in the sand while the market keeps shifting underneath your business.

The local market is not collapsing.

But it is changing.

And honestly, that should concern agents more than a crash would.

A crash gets your attention.

A shift lets you stay comfortable just long enough to get exposed.

Look at what is happening in Greater Chattanooga year-to-date through April in 2024, 2025, and 2026:

Days on market:
46 → 52 → 61 (up 32.6%)

Inventory:
2,116 → 2,997 → 3,856 (up 82.2%) 😳

New listings:
4,829 → 5,357 → 6,109 (up 26.5%)

Closed sales:
3,239 → 3,080 → 3,247 (Flatlined!) 😑

Translation?

More inventory.

More days on market.

More sellers competing for the same buyers.

More deals taking much longer to close, and requiring skill, strategy, follow-up, negotiation, and transaction control.

And sold units are largely flat year to date over the entire period.

That means agents are not going to make the same income by doing the same things.

This is where the gap starts to widen.

Some agents will blame rates.

Some agents will blame the best quality leads.

Some will blame buyers.

Some will blame sellers.

Some will keep saying, “Everything’s good,” until their pipeline tells them the truth.

But the agents who adjust now?

They are going to win in the second half of 2026.

They will price better.

Follow up stronger.

Consult deeper.

Negotiate harder for their clients.

Control transactions tighter.

And operate with more structure than they did when the market was forgiving.

This is exactly why the environment you are in matters.

Coaching matters.

Accountability matters.

Lead conversion matters.

Transaction oversight matters.

Market knowledge matters.

Because in a shifting market, casual agents get exposed.

Prepared agents get paid.

Because saying, “I’m good” and burying your head in the sand is not a business plan.

So what do you need to shift in your business to stay ahead of the curve?

06/11/2026

🔥 PRICE IMPROVEMENT 🔥

More value. More space. More reasons to fall in love.

This gorgeous craftsman-style home features 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, a bonus room, a year-round sunroom, and a private wooded setting all at a newly improved price!

Don't wait! Homes like this don't stay on the market for long.

📲 Contact us today to schedule your private tour!

06/09/2026

The housing market hasn’t rebounded as quickly as experts originally hoped. But that doesn’t mean it’s stalled.

Higher inflation and lingering economic uncertainty caused economists to revise their forecasts for this year. But importantly, when those two things settle down, many experts believe the market will regain its momentum.

So don’t see this revision in forecasts as a sign of trouble. See it as a temporary reaction to overall conditions and uncertainty.

If you want to know what’s happening in our local market, and what it could mean for your plans for the rest of this year, let’s connect.

06/09/2026

06/05/2026

Because even though you want rates to come down, experts say this latest inflation data could actually set the stage for rates to stay “higher for longer.”

So, what can you do about it? Should you just wait?

My advice is simple. Focus on what you can control.

Even in a market like this, there are things you can do to get the best mortgage rate possible. Because sometimes you need to move no matter what’s happening – and that’s okay.

You just need the right strategy.

Let's talk about what this means for your situation and your timing. Drop a comment below or send over a message.

Because you don’t have to figure it out alone. And there are still ways to move forward.

06/05/2026

🏡✨ Small Home. Big Backyard. Endless Possibilities.

Looking for a home with character, convenience, and room to enjoy the outdoors? This charming East Ridge gem offers original hardwood floors, a spacious fenced backyard, extra storage, and a location that puts everything within easy reach.

Whether you're buying your first home, downsizing, or investing, this one is worth a look!

🎈 OPEN HOUSE
📅 This Sunday
⏰ 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM

Come see why great things really do come in cozy packages!

06/05/2026

🚨 PRICE IMPROVEMENT + OPEN HOUSE THIS SATURDAY! 🚨

The price just got better on this beautifully updated Red Bank home, and now is the perfect time to see it in person! 🏡

Nestled on over half an acre, this 3-bedroom, 2-bath home offers the perfect blend of privacy and convenience, featuring a spacious screened-in porch, oversized "treehouse" deck, fresh updates throughout, and a beautifully remodeled owner's suite bath.

✨ New Price
🌳 Private Setting
📍 Prime Red Bank Location
🏡 Move-In Ready

Join us for our Open House this Saturday and discover why this home could be the perfect fit for you.

⏰ Don't miss this opportunity homes with this much charm, space, and value don't come around often!