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Why Trust Matters When Choosing Your REALTOR®
When purchasing a home, trust matters.
You need to trust everyone involved in the process—from the REALTOR® showing you homes to the mortgage professional handling your loan. Without trust, honesty, and knowledge, the dream of homeownership can quickly become a nightmare.
So, let's start with me.
I have been in real estate since 1986, which honestly feels like a lifetime. But that lifetime has given me something no classroom can teach: real-world experience.
I have owned several homes in three different states, and I have personally experienced both the excitement of buying a home and the heartbreak of being poorly represented.
I began my real estate career in Buffalo, New York, where I met my husband and we started our family. Our first hom...
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Backyard Upgrades That Make Summer at Home Even Better
Our real estate agents at Crye-Leike Real Estate Services know that a well-designed backyard does more than create a relaxing retreat; it adds real, marketable value to your home. Whether you're cooling off in Tennessee, enjoying long evenings in Georgia, or soaking up Florida sunshine, these upgrades make summer at home something worth savoring.
Outdoor Upgrades That Elevate Your Summer and Your Home's Value
Shade Structures That Do the Heavy Lifting
In the South, shade isn't a luxury;...
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Best Ice Cream and Dessert Stops Around Knoxville, TN
Summer is almost officially here, and it's the perfect time to indulge in a sweet, creamy treat. Our Knoxville, TN, real estate agents know the best places to get ice cream this season. Here are a few of the top spots we recommend stopping by for a cone, sundae, or shake.
Enjoy Ice Cream Around Knoxville
The Sugar Queen Creamery - Knoxville, TN
Address: 106 E. Young High Pike, Knoxville, TN 37920
Take a break from looking at
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Preparing Your Home for Summer Showings: Seller Tips That Work
Our real estate agents at Crye-Leike Real Estate Services across Tennessee, Kentucky, Arkansas, Alabama, Mississippi, Georgia, and Florida know that summer is one of the most competitive seasons for home sellers, and first impressions are everything. A few strategic updates before your first showing can mean the difference between an offer and a pass.
What Buyers Notice First in the Summer Market
Curb Appeal That Holds Up in the Heat
Summer heat...
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Should You Buy First or Sell First? Strategies for Today's Market
Whether you are a longtime homeowner or navigating a major life transition, deciding whether to buy your next home before selling your current one, or sell first and then buy, is one of the most consequential choices you will make in your real estate journey. Our experience real estate agents are here to help you weigh your options and move forward with confidence across Tennessee, Arkansas, Alabama, Mississippi, Georgia, and Florida.