Amy Shrader REMAX Real Estate Ten TN Real Estate Gal

06/23/2026

Everyone says people move to Tennessee because there's no state income tax.

That's true.

But after helping people relocate to East Tennessee for years, I've noticed something interesting.

The people who are happiest here aren't talking about taxes.

They're talking about watching the sunrise over Cherokee Lake. They're talking about knowing their neighbors. They're talking about having room to breathe and time to enjoy life again.

Not everyone wants small town living. Not everyone wants a slower pace.

But for the people who do, moving here often becomes about much more than money.

It's about creating a life that actually feels like your own.

If you've ever considered moving to East Tennessee, what's the biggest thing you're looking for that you don't have where you live now?

👇 I'd love to hear your answer.

06/23/2026

06/23/2026

🚨Just Listed!
⭐6+ Acres
✔️Level & Cleared
✔️Unrestricted
📍Bybee, TN

Amy Shrader
RE/MAX Real Estate Ten
www.TNRealEstateGal.com

This 6.24-acre parcel on Appian Road in Bybee, combines the best of both worlds: mostly cleared, level to gently rolling pasture ready for immediate use, surrounded by a natural wooded buffer that provides privacy and creek frontage along two boundaries.

06/23/2026

06/23/2026

📉 Price reductions are becoming more common, but that does not automatically mean the market is crashing.

One of the biggest mistakes sellers make is looking at active listings and assuming that's the market. Active listings tell you what sellers want. Sold listings tell you what buyers are actually willing to pay.

When helping homeowners decide whether to list now or wait, I focus on five key indicators:

✔ Recent sold homes
✔ Sell to list price ratios
✔ Absorption rate
✔ Marketing strategy
✔ Personal motivation to sell

The goal is simple: make decisions based on data, not fear.

If you're considering selling your Cherokee Lake home or another property in East Tennessee, what's holding you back right now? Concern about pricing? Interest rates? Market conditions?

Tell me in the comments and I'll share what the local data is showing. 👇

06/22/2026

🏡 No showings? The market is trying to tell you something.

One of the biggest mistakes sellers make is assuming a lack of activity is caused by interest rates, the economy, or some outside factor they can't control.

The reality is that most homes struggle for one of two reasons:

✔️ The price isn't aligned with the market.
✔️ The marketing isn't reaching the right buyers.

The first couple of weeks on the market are critical. That's when buyers are most excited about a new listing and when you have the strongest negotiating position.

Once a home sits too long, buyers begin to wonder why.

If your home isn't getting showings, don't automatically assume the answer is another price reduction. Sometimes the real problem is something entirely different.

Have you ever seen a home sit on the market for months and wondered why? Let me know in the comments. 👇

06/22/2026

🌞 Sunshine, curb appeal, and a front door that says ‘welcome home.’ Do you enjoy the bright entry way, or are neutrals more of your aesthetic? 🌳🏡

Amy Shrader
RE/MAX Real Estate Ten
www.TNRealEstateGal.com

06/22/2026

🏠 What if the lender told you "no" when the real answer was simply "not with this program"?

I recently worked with a buyer who was told they couldn't purchase their next home until after selling their current one. That single answer could have changed their entire moving plan, reduced their negotiating power, and caused them to miss opportunities.

After reviewing the situation, we found their debt to income ratio was fine.

The issue wasn't qualification.

The issue was a lender specific guideline attached to a particular loan program.

That's why I always encourage buyers to ask questions and get a second opinion before making major decisions. Different lenders have different programs and different requirements. Sometimes the difference between approval and denial has nothing to do with your finances.

Have you ever been told "no" only to find out later there was another option? Share your experience below. 👇

📩 Need help finding a lender who will explore every available option? Send me a message.

06/21/2026

🚨 There's a new player in the home valuation game.

Kelley Blue Book, the company known for vehicle values, has launched Kelley Blue Book Homes and is taking direct aim at Zillow.

The biggest difference?

Zillow provides an instant Zestimate based primarily on an algorithm.

Kelley Blue Book Homes says a real person reviews comparable sales before providing a value range for your property.

That's a major shift from the automated estimates most homeowners are used to seeing.

But there is something every homeowner should understand. These companies make money by selling leads to real estate agents. When you request a valuation, you're not just getting a number. You're becoming a lead.

So let me ask you:

🤔 Have you ever checked your home's value online?

How close do you think that estimate was to reality?

Share your experience in the comments.

If you'd like a personalized market analysis based on current local sales, send me a message. I'll walk through the details with you personally.