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Chance Asberry - Broker

Name: Chance Asberry - Broker
Address: Lafayette, TN, US
Telephone: +16156701672

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Chance Asberry - Broker

Hello everyone! My name is Chance Asberry! I am a realtor for The Real Estate Collective!

04/11/2026

Middle Tennessee isn't just growing, it's one of the fastest-growing regions in the entire country, and the real estate market reflects that reality in both prices and demand. Understanding the "why" behind this growth is essential for anyone making a real estate decision here.

Tennessee's zero state income tax policy continues to attract high-income earners and businesses from states like California, Illinois, and New York at a pace that consistently exceeds projections. Major employers — from healthcare and technology to automotive manufacturing and logistics — have made significant investments in our region, bringing jobs and workforce relocation that directly drives housing demand. That's not a short-term trend. It's a structural shift in where people want to live and work.

Communities like Murfreesboro, Smyrna, Spring Hill, Lebanon, and Mt. Juliet have absorbed enormous growth over the past decade while continuing to attract new residents and new development. Even with that growth, supply has consistently struggled to keep pace with demand — which is one of the primary reasons home values even in our area have appreciated at rates that outpace the national average.

Whether you're a first-time buyer trying to understand if now is a smart time to purchase, a homeowner evaluating whether to sell, or an investor looking for a market with durable fundamentals, Middle Tennessee's growth story deserves your full attention.

We track these trends continuously so our clients always have the information they need to make smart, confident decisions. Local expertise and national context together, that's what we bring to every conversation.

Chance Asberry - Broker
615-670-1672

The Real Estate Collective
615-670-1672

04/09/2026

First impressions are everything in real estate — and buyers form their initial opinion of your home before they ever step through the front door. In fact, many buyers decide within the first 10 seconds of pulling up whether they're excited to go inside. That window of time is determined entirely by your curb appeal.

The good news is that you don't need to spend a fortune to make a dramatic impact. Fresh mulch in the flower beds, clean and trimmed landscaping, a freshly painted or power-washed front door, and a pressure-washed driveway and walkway can completely transform how a home looks in photos and in person. Add a simple potted plant or two on the front porch, make sure your house numbers are visible and attractive, and ensure your gutters and exterior lights are clean and functional.

Spring is the perfect time for this work because the natural blooms and greenery complement whatever you add, giving your home a life and vitality that winter listings simply can't match. Buyers respond emotionally to a home that looks loved and cared for from the street — and that emotion carries into how they evaluate everything else inside.

We've seen homes sell faster and for more money simply because the seller invested a weekend and a few hundred dollars into their exterior. The return on curb appeal is consistently one of the highest of any pre-listing investment you can make.

What you do on the outside of your home before you list sets the tone for everything that follows — including the price buyers feel comfortable offering.

Chance Asberry - Broker
615-670-1672

The Real Estate Collective
931-559-9500

04/07/2026

When you make an offer on a home, one of the first things you'll be asked about is earnest money. Most buyers have a vague idea of what it is, but not enough understanding of how it works — and that gap can cost you in a competitive situation.

Earnest money is a good-faith deposit that demonstrates to the seller that you are serious about purchasing their home. It can technically be any amount and is held in an escrow account until closing, at which point it's applied toward your down payment or closing costs. If the transaction closes successfully, it simply becomes part of your funds at the table. The risk is on the buyer — if you walk away from the deal outside of your contractual contingency protections, you can lose that deposit.

The amount you offer matters strategically. In a competitive market, a higher earnest money deposit signals financial strength and genuine commitment to the seller. It says, "I mean it." That signal can differentiate your offer from an otherwise identical one in a multiple-offer situation.

Understanding the rules around when you can get your earnest money back — and when you can't — is just as important as knowing how much to offer. Your inspection contingency, financing contingency, and appraisal contingency all play a role in protecting that money if circumstances change.

This is exactly the kind of nuance that having an experienced agent in your corner covers automatically. You should never have to guess on these details.

Chance Asberry - Broker
615-670-1672

The Real Estate Collective
931-559-9500

04/04/2026

Thinking about selling your home this spring? Before that sign goes in the yard, there are a few critical things every seller needs to know, and getting them right is the difference between a fast, profitable sale and a frustrating experience that drags on longer than it should.

Preparation matters more than timing. Sellers who invest even one to two weeks in decluttering, deep cleaning, handling minor repairs, and professional photography consistently net more money and spend fewer days on market than those who rush to list without thinking it through. Buyers today are informed, they've been scrolling listings for months, and they have high expectations when they walk through your door.

The spring buyer pool is competitive, which is great news for sellers — but it also means that buyers have options, and homes that don't show well simply don't get offers. The margin between a home that sells in the first weekend and one that sits for 45 days often comes down to preparation and price.

I walk every seller through a step-by-step preparation process so you show your home — and your investment — in the absolute best possible light. We don't just put a sign up and hope for the best. We build a full strategy designed to maximize your outcome from day one.

Let's start that conversation now so you're positioned to hit the market strong when the time is right.

Chance Asberry - Broker
615-670-1672

The Real Estate Collective
931-559-9500

04/02/2026

"I'll just wait until prices drop." It's one of the most common things I hear and one of the most expensive decisions a buyer can make in a consistently appreciating market like Tennessee.

Here's the reality that most people don't run the actual numbers on: while you wait, rent continues to go up, equity keeps building for someone else instead of you, and the purchasing power that a lower interest rate might have given you keeps shifting. Every month you delay is a month someone else's mortgage is being paid down with money that could be going toward your own net worth.

Real estate in Tennessee has shown consistent appreciation over the past decade, and the fundamentals driving that growth: population in-migration, job creation, infrastructure investment, and quality of life — haven't changed. Markets that have real demand drivers don't wait for buyers who aren't ready.

The truth is, the buyers who look back with the least regret are almost never the ones who timed the market perfectly. They're the ones who got in, stayed the course, and let appreciation do its work over time.

The best time to buy was yesterday. The second best time is today. Let's run the numbers for your specific situation and make an informed decision together!

Chance Asberry - Broker
615-670-1672

The Real Estate Collective
931-559-9500

03/31/2026

Spring has arrived in Middle Tennessee, and the real estate market is moving fast. This is not a slow, gradual warm-up. Every year, spring brings a surge of buyers who have been sitting on the sidelines through winter, waiting for the right moment to act.

Homes that are priced correctly and show well are still selling quickly. Sellers who prepared through the winter are reaping the rewards. Buyers who have their pre-approval in hand and a clear strategy are the ones securing contracts while others are still "thinking about it."

Real estate has always rewarded people who act with intention and spring in Middle Tennessee is one of the best times of year to do exactly that.

I am here, I am ready, and I would love to help you navigate this market with clarity and confidence. Let's talk!

Chance Asberry - Broker
615-670-1672

The Real Estate Collective
931-559-9500

04/29/2024

0 Hawkins Rd
Westmoreland, TN

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Chance Asberry - Realtor
615-670-1672

The Real Estate Collective

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03/18/2024

New listing and an upcoming listing!

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Chance Asberry - Realtor
Keller Williams Realty
615-670-1672

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