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NETAR Helene Relief
The Northeast Tennessee Association of REALTORS® is collecting items to be given to members of their community. They are looking for many items and will act as a drop off location for local offices also collecting goods and non-perishable foods. You may also make your...

REALTORS® Relief Foundation – Hurricane Helene
On September 26, Hurricane Helene swept through parts of the Southeast leaving devastation in its wake, including significant damage to East Tennessee. While hurricanes rarely affect the region directly, the remnants of Helene brought heavy rains, flash flooding and...

Real Tea Podcast Episode 2
All right. We are excited to welcome back Addison Russell with Farrah Bates. And for exa we've invited Addison back because since August the 17th we have had so many questions that have popped up since the practice. Changes have started. Before we get to that, though,...

Real Tea Podcast – Episode 1: Practice Changes FAQ Part 1 with Addison Russell
Welcome to our podcast. Our very first. We're so excited to launch. And today I have with me as my first guest, Addison Russell with Farrah Bates. And Addison is our attorney. And we're so fortunate to have you. So welcome. Thanks for having me. So I told you it's my...

The REALTORS® Relief Foundation Application May 2024
The REALTORS® Relief Foundation is now accepting applications from Tennesseans who experienced damage from the tornado that tore through Tennessee on May 8, 2024. This weather event devastated communities across 15 counties throughout Middle Tennessee. Funds will be...

Mid Year Forms Update
Public Chapter 510 RELATING TO SINKHOLE DISCLOSURES This legislation takes effect July 1, 2024 and amends the definition of “sinkhole”, with the result that sellers are now required to disclose known sinkholes regardless of whether the sinkhole is indicated through...

Tennessee REALTORS® Scam Alert
We have received a report of a scam targeting Tennessee REALTORS® using our logo while claiming to be from Commissioner Carter Lawrence of the Tennessee Department of Commerce and Insurance. Please see the image below. The document appears to be a notice of an...

Real Estate & Wealth
Homeownership has long been considered a cornerstone of the American Dream, symbolizing stability, security, and success. Beyond its immediate benefits, owning a home is a powerful tool for building generational wealth. This article explores how home ownership...

The REALTOR® Difference
For over 100 years, REALTORS® have promoted and protected the dream of property ownership for millions of Americans just like you. In fact, the National Association of REALTORS® was founded by real estate practitioners determined to unite the profession with the...

179 Reasons
We all know that buying a house is very different from any other purchase we make. It is a long and expensive process, with research, appointments, appraisals, inspections, repairs, negotiations, and contracts to consider. The average duration of the house-buying...