Kristy Ridley Realtor

02/01/2026

02/01/2026

Think you’re ready to buy a home? Make sure your finances are too. Visit My Home to see how close you are to making your dream a reality. https://bit.ly/4t6zFC9

01/30/2026

01/24/2026

Lawmakers say progress is being made on updating the capital gains tax as U.S. homeowners sit on $34.7 trillion in equity.

At the National Association of Realtors® advocacy week in Washington, DC, officials said changes could encourage long-term homeowners to sell without facing massive tax bills. And the effort is bipartisan, leaders said, even as some big housing bills remain stalled.

01/24/2026

So much to do in Knoxville!!

01/23/2026

Thinking about buying a house in 2026? A few easy steps now can make your big move smoother and stress‑free. 🏡

Dive in for more homebuying tips and insights: https://rem.ax/BuyingaHomein2026

01/15/2026

December numbers!!

December 2025 brought 4.35 million in sales, a median sales price of $405,400, and 3.3 months of inventory. The median sales price is up 0.4% year-over-year, and inventory was up 0.1 months from December 2024.
https://www.nar.realtor/infographics/existing-home-sales-housing-snapshot

01/13/2026

The hottest home trends for 2026 aren’t just about style — they could make a big impact on resale. This week on Real Estate Today, tune in to hear:
•What’s driving current design decisions and how homeowners can remodel with resale in mind.
•The HGTV effect: How TV shows shape buyer expectations.
•Insights from the Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate 2026 Design Trends Moving Real Estate report.

Available on your favorite podcast platform!
https://www.nar.realtor/real-estate-today?cid=sm_RET2226

01/11/2026

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A successful home purchase starts before you begin house hunting. Discover 10 important tasks every buyer should complete before buying a home.

Read the full blog post for more insights: https://rem.ax/4pQ3013