At Home with Ed and Karin

At Home with Ed and Karin We are passionate about providing expert service to each client with heart and diligence. Compassionate. Determined. Authentic. Skilled. Hi there! Jude.

Compassionate:
Buying or selling real estate is more than just a transaction; it’s a life-changing event. We understand the emotions and decisions involved, and we are here to support you every step of the way. Our professional expertise is matched by our empathy and understanding, ensuring that you feel confident and cared for throughout the process. Determined:
Navigating real estate transactions can be challenging, but our determination ensures that we overcome any obstacles. We proactively identify potential issues and develop strategic plans to avoid and address them, ensuring a smooth and successful experience. Our tenacity and resolve are key to achieving your real estate goals. Authentic:
We believe that genuine connections lead to gratifying transactions. Open and honest communication is the foundation of our relationships with clients. We are committed to transparency and authenticity, fostering trust and ensuring that you always feel informed and supported. Skilled:
We leverage our intuition, research skills, and deep market insight to provide our clients with the most informed and expert advice throughout the entire real estate process. To maintain our edge, we continuously invest in professional development and ongoing education, ensuring our expertise remains cutting-edge and our clients receive the best possible guidance. Let us guide you through your real estate journey with compassion, determination, and authenticity. Your dreams are our mission, and we are dedicated to making them a reality. We're Ed and Karin, a dynamic husband-and-wife real estate team based in the charming town of Jonesborough, TN. With four wonderful adult children and seven delightful grandchildren, our family keeps us grounded and joyous. Ed is an ordained Pastor who dedicates his time to leading a church in a 55+ retirement community. His passion for history and service extends beyond the church as he volunteers as a tour guide for our beautiful town of Jonesborough. As an Air Force Veteran, Ed has a profound respect for our Veterans and first responders. Karin, affectionately known as ‘Gigi’ by our grandchildren, has a knack for creating a welcoming and festive atmosphere no matter the season or holiday. She’s a beacon of kindness and warmth, traits that are evident in every interaction. Together, we are actively involved in the Emmaus Community and share a love for off-roading in our Jeep. We founded a local off-roading group to introduce others to the excitement of off-roading while giving back to our community through service projects, such as organizing fundraising rides for St. Our hearts are particularly open to helping Veterans, police, fire, and EMS workers realize their dreams of homeownership, whether it's their first home or their 100th. We’ve been honored with multiple sales and service awards, which highlight not only our success in real estate but also our unwavering commitment to our clients. Ed is an Accredited Buyer’s Representative®, a Certified Pricing Strategy Advisor®, and a Real Estate Negotiation Expert®. Karin is a Seller Representative Specialist®, has earned her certification as a Short Sales & Foreclosure Resource® and completed the Market the Listing course, along with a Buyer Representative in Real Estate certificate.

Bristol buyers and sellers, don’t blink. 👀Market activity is heating up across the Bristol area.In the BTVAR Q2 2026 rep...
09/19/2026

Bristol buyers and sellers, don’t blink. 👀

Market activity is heating up across the Bristol area.

In the BTVAR Q2 2026 report, closed sales rose 6% to 184 total sales across the market, and pending sales jumped 26%.

Bristol stood out with pending sales up 37%, while area inventory tightened to 345 active listings, down 5% year over year.

Buyer tip: get pre-approved before you tour, because strong pending activity means the best homes can move fast.

Seller tip: pricing still matters, but tighter inventory can help well-prepped homes get noticed quickly.

Thinking about making a move in Bristol? Let’s talk strategy now. 🏡

09/19/2026

Meet Carlos, our Chief Marketing Officer.

His résumé is a little unconventional, but he understands one thing really well: your home needs attention to sell.

When we market a property, we don’t believe in simply putting it in the MLS, sticking a sign in the yard, and hoping buyers notice.

We look for ways to help your home stand out through:

professional photography, video, social media, custom marketing, property landing pages, and creative promotion.

Because every home has a story — and good marketing helps the right buyers see it.

If you’re thinking about selling, we’d be happy to talk about what a marketing plan for your home could look like.

With HEART and a bit of HUMOR, you will feel At Home with Ed & Karin.

Family fun is rolling into the Tri-Cities this weekend—along with pumpkins, music, and a little high-flying wrestling. Y...
09/18/2026

Family fun is rolling into the Tri-Cities this weekend—along with pumpkins, music, and a little high-flying wrestling. Yep, the calendar has range. 🎃

- Friday: Bring a chair or blanket to Music on the Square in downtown Jonesborough. The free music starts at 7:00 p.m.

- Friday and Saturday: Catch free live professional wrestling in the Bristol Motor Speedway Fan Zone. Friday’s matches run from 12:45–5:30 p.m.; Saturday’s are 12:45–3:30 p.m.

- Saturday: Jonesborough Pumpkin Fest takes over downtown from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Enjoy fall treats, face painting, family games, photo stops, and plenty of pumpkins.

- All weekend: The Roan Mountain Fall Naturalists Rally offers nature programs and field trips. Kids get in free.

Which stop is first for your family? Tag your favorite weekend sidekick below!
Please check event pages for tickets, parking, weather, and any last-minute updates: Music on the Square, Bristol Motor Speedway Fan Zone, Jonesborough Pumpkin Fest, and Roan Mountain Naturalists Rally.

Tiny rooms, big impact ✨Smart staging can make even the smallest space feel open, bright, and valuable to buyers.Start b...
09/17/2026

Tiny rooms, big impact ✨
Smart staging can make even the smallest space feel open, bright, and valuable to buyers.

Start by clearing visual clutter—think fewer decor pieces, bigger impact. Use light, neutral walls and keep floors as visible as possible to create a seamless flow.

Scale matters: swap bulky sofas for slimmer silhouettes, add mirrors to bounce light, and use multi‑purpose pieces (like storage ottomans) to show off hidden functionality.

Small doesn’t have to feel small when it’s staged with intention.

Investors are quietly eyeing Bristol, TN—and not just for the raceway 🏁Local demand for rentals has been tightening, whi...
09/17/2026

Investors are quietly eyeing Bristol, TN—and not just for the raceway 🏁

Local demand for rentals has been tightening, while well-kept single-family homes and small multifamily properties are still trading at prices many neighboring markets have already outgrown. That mix of steady rents and comparatively accessible entry prices is what’s putting Bristol on more investment shortlists.

If you’re exploring where to place your next buy-and-hold, Bristol’s blend of small-city stability, cross-state commuter traffic, and ongoing local improvements makes it worth a deeper look.

Want a breakdown tailored to your budget and timeline in Bristol, TN? Let’s talk strategy.

A year ago, I heard this a LOT:🏠 “I’m going to wait until next year when mortgage rates come down.”Well…next year is her...
09/16/2026

A year ago, I heard this a LOT:

🏠 “I’m going to wait until next year when mortgage rates come down.”

Well…next year is here.

📅 September 2025: 6.26%
📅 September 2026: 6.76%

Sometimes waiting works. Sometimes it doesn’t.

The problem is that none of us knows for certain where mortgage rates—or home prices—will be next year.

That’s why I’ve never been a fan of trying to perfectly “time” the housing market.

Instead, ask a better question:

Does buying a home make sense for ME right now?

If it does, we can look at the numbers, negotiate the best deal we can, and explore ways to make the payment work.

If it doesn’t? We’ll tell you that too.

Our job isn’t to talk you into buying a house. It’s to give you good information so you can make the right decision for your situation.

With HEART and a bit of HUMOR, you’ll feel At Home with Ed & Karin.

📞 423-426-4939
🌐 athomewithednkarin.net

Mortgage rates shown are Freddie Mac national averages for 30-year fixed-rate mortgages. Individual rates vary by borrower, lender, loan program and other factors.

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