Selling a home requires a perfect storm. The are four factors that, when they are adjusted expertly, align together for the perfect transaction. If you attempt to sell a home without considering each of the four factors, your house will inevitably sell for less money, more hassle, and after a longer period of time on the market. Together, these factors will ensure that you receive better offers in less time.   1. Condition   According to research compiled by Keller Williams, 93% of homes that are in good condition will receive an offer that is close to the list price whereas 89% of homes in poor condition receive an offer much less than list price. Not only that, but about 84% of listings can be classified as being in good or excellent condition. Therefore, a home in poor condition will... 10/08/2013

When it comes to real estate, one of Chattanooga’s greatest treasures are the historic homes for sale in Highland Park. They have even been celebrated on a national stage -- in 2001 Highland Park was awarded "Neighborhood of the Year" by Neighborhoods, USA. They’ve been written about in magazines like Southern Living and featured on HGTV. That’s pretty amazing when you consider that Highland Park is made up of only about 900 homes.     But, Highland Park is more than just  a collection of beautiful turn-of-the-century houses. It’s imbued with a friendly front-porch culture, has unrivaled convenience to thriving downtown, and is flourishing, even as other neighborhoods are still sluggishly recovering from the recession.   From 2009 to 2011, the average price of homes for sale in Highland... 10/03/2013

2013 Best of the Best Awards. Paula McDaniel - Voted One Of The Best Of The Best Chattanooga Realtors For Five Years In A Row!      I had a wonderful time at the Best of the Best awards last night. I won one of the Best of the Best Residential Realtor for the fifth year in a row! I am very grateful and cannot thank everyone enough. It means so much to Abbey, Shelley and I to be a part of this prestigious honor. Congratulations to everyone that won last night and thank you to the Chattanooga Times Free Press for having this exciting publication year after year.  Paula McDaniel http://bob.timesfreepress.com/2013/sections/ 09/27/2013

This could be the best buy in the East Brainerd area.  You need to come see this single level home on a pancake flat lot.  As you walk through the front door, the first thing you notice are the gleaming hardwood floors throughout the home.  This home has been freshly painted and new fixtures installed.  Large backyard.      09/17/2013

To stay motivated and work from home don't always go hand in hand.  And many days, it can be very hard.  To give you a little synopsis of my situation.  I am a Realtor in Chattanooga, TN.  I have been in real estate for 12 years now and I have been affiliated with now my 3rd real estate company.  Up until about year and half ago, I always had an assigned desk/office at the various agencies that I slapped my license on the wall with.  I switched my Broker's license to Keller Williams Realty in Downtown Chattanooga almost two years ago.  Best decision of my life, but that's a whole nother blog.  When I did this, I had entered an environment where you actually had to pay for desk space.  This was so foreign to me, because it had always been provided.  I ended up signing a year long contrac... 09/09/2013

New Listing In Downtown Chattanooga/Southside. 2 BR Condo. WALK TO EVERYTHING!!! $349,900                                       Walk To Everything! This casual elegant 2-story townhome style condo in Stanton Row is city living without compromise, located on the Southside and walking distance to Enzo’s Market, Restaurants, Art Galleries, Farmer’s market on Sunday, Fitness Park with oval track, workout areas, electric bike rentals, and climbing wall. As you enter the two-story foyer with an abundance of windows for natural lighting, you will enter the open living room, dining area, and kitchen with Brazilian hardwood and high ceilings. The kitchen offers an oversized granite preparing area and bar, stainless appliances, gas range, and walk in pantry. Upper level offers a bedroom, exercis... 08/27/2013

(8640 Keystone Circle, Chattanooga, TN 37421) East Brainerd - $239,900 East Hamilton School Zone This three sided brick and stone home has been extremely well-constructed and very well maintained. One-story, open floor plan with a bonus room or 4th bedroom that offers plenty of walk-in storage. Split bedroom design, generous moldings throughout, hardwood flooring in all the bedrooms, hallways, dining room, and great room. Gourmet kitchen with custom cabinets, pull outs, granite counter tops, tile back splash, stainless appliances, and bar that opens into the vaulted great room with a gas fireplace. The spacious laundry room with pantry and cabinets is located off of the kitchen. Washer and dryer remain. Master suite with a walk-in closet, jetted tub and separate shower. Enjoy the expan... 08/20/2013

The State of Tennessee's Annual Sales Tax Holiday is held every year on the first Friday in August and ends the following Sunday night. This year's tax-free holiday weekend begins at 12:01 a.m on Friday, August 2 and ends Sunday, August 4 at 11:59 p.m.For more information go to http://tn.gov/revenue/salestaxholiday/   07/24/2013

July 08, 2013Paula McDanielPrudential RealtyCenter.com TN017-0037522 E. Brainerd Rd.Chattanooga, Tennessee  37421Re: 2013 1st Quarter Winner NotificationsDear Paula:Congratulations!! Your performance during the 2013 First Quarter was an important contributor to our high standing within the real estate community.  We want to be sure you know that your hard work is both acknowledged and appreciated.Congratulations on winning the following award(s):  Sales Professional Awards - 2nd Place in Award - 'Top 3 Sales Professional in Tennessee for Residential GCI'  Sales Professional Awards - 2nd Place in Award - 'Top 3 Sales Professional in Tennessee for Residential Units' 07/17/2013

Good afternoon,  Please help me make Paula McDaniel one of the Best of the Best Residential Realtors for the fifth year in a row. It is such a beautiful sight to see when the Chattanooga Times Free Press calls and says that we are one of the winners and I would love to see that genuine excitement in her again. If you cast your vote and fill in at least 25 of the questions, you will be entered in a $1,000 cash drawing. You can cast your vote at: http://www.timesfreepress.com/ballot  Please tell all of your family and friends to vote too, as every vote counts.  I am very grateful of your help, time and efforts in making this happen! Thank you in advance and have a blessed day! Abbey Cahill, Marketing and Assistant to Paula McDaniel 05/28/2013

            3487 Reflecting Drive, Chattanooga, TN 37415   MLS# 1186919  $609,000 Location, location, location..... This quality stone and brick home offers exceptional design and very open plan in the desirable community of the Enclave. Main level includes formal living room or office with French doors and bay window, formal dining room and utility room. Spacious kitchen features plentiful cabinet and counter space, stainless Jenn-air 4 gas cook top, Jenn-air double oven, walk-in pantry, work island and bar. Great room with gas fireplace. Main level master suite and an additional guest suite with its own private bath. Upper level offers 3 spacious bedrooms, 2 Jack and Jill baths, and large bonus room. You will love the walk out storage and the expanded outdoor living patio for outdoor ... 04/01/2013

Since there are so many outdoor activities to do in Chattanooga, TN and spring is right around the corner, I thought that I would ask which one is your favorite???? Is it renting a board and SUP at Ross’ Landing on the flat water of the Tennessee River right downtown. Renting a bike and pedal the Tennessee Riverwalk over the Walnut Street Bridge, one of the world’s longest pedestrian bridges. Grabbing your bike and riding the East Rim Trail on Raccoon Mountain for breathtaking views of the city. Climbing the best rock in the Southeast at Tennessee Wall, or just watching the experts do their thing from solid ground. Taking a trail run to Lula Lake Falls in the Lula Lake Land Trust on Lookout Mountain. Hang glide 2,000 feet high at the Lookout Mountain Flight Park, http://www.hanglide.com... 02/06/2013

CHATTANOOGA AREA MLS DESCRIPTIONS 1 Tiftonia, Lookout Valley, Elder Mountain (A) Bordered on west by Marion & Hamilton County Line; east by TN River, south by foot of Lookout Mountain 2 Downtown, St. Elmo, Highland Park, Avondale, Missionary Ridge (A) Bordered by TN River, Highway 153 to Bonny Oaks Drive, Bonny Oaks Drive to Wilcox Blvd., Wilcox Blvd, to river (B) Bordered by TN River, Wilcox Blvd, foot of Missionary Ridge and I-24 (C ) North Border I-24, East border foot of Missionary Ridge, south border GA state line, west border foot of Lookout Mtn. (MR) Missionary Ridge – foot of ridge on east and west, GA State line south, north where N. Crest and Greenwood intersect. 3 City of East Ridge (A) North border I-24 to I-75 south to Ringgold Road. Ringgold Road to foot of Missionary Ridg... 01/31/2013

Chattanooga Area Utilities Utilities: 1. Chattanooga Gas Company 1-800-427-5463 2. Electric Power Board 423-756-2706 3. Volunteer Electric 423-344-8382 4. Sequatchie Valley Electric Co-OP 423-658-7832 5.  North Georgia Electric CO-OP 706-866-2231 6.  Georgia Power 1-888-660-5890 Water Connections: 1. Eastside Utilities (Serving the East Brainerd County Area) 423-892-2890 2. Tennessee American Water Service (City) 1-866-736-6420 3. Eastside Utilities (Harrison) 423-344-6258 4. Mowbray Mountain Utility District (Soddy-Daisy) 423-332-4581 5. Savannah Valley Utility District (Highway 58) 423-344-8440 6. Soddy Daisy - Falling Water Utility District 423-332-2427 7. Union Fork - Bakewell Utility District 423-332-9733 8. Walden's Ridge Utility District (Walden & Hamilton Co. on Signal) 423-886-... 01/31/2013

EXISTING HOME SALES UP 5.9% Another month, another increase. Existing-home sales rose 5.9 percent in November according to a recent report by the National Association of REALTORS (NAR). Existing-home sales, which include recently purchased single family, townhomes, condominiums, and co-ops were up to a seasonally adjusted rate of 5.04 million units expected to sell in 2012. This represents a 14.5 percent increase over the pace set last year at this time. Demand is strong, says NAR chief economist Lawrence Yun. "Momentum continues to build in the housing market from growing jobs and a bursting out of household formation," he said. "With lower rental vacancy rates and rising rents, combined with still historically favorable affordability conditions, more people are buying homes. Areas imp... 01/31/2013

When selling your home in the winter, the art of staging the inside becomes more important. Here are five simple tips to make your home shine even when the outside landscaping has faded: Keep your house warm. In the winter people tend to turn the thermostat down to save money, however a warmer house is more welcoming to a potential buyer. Clear your walkways and driveways of any snow or ice. Make it easy for buyers to get to your home. Clean the windows and blinds. Letting in the natural light can brighten up a room and cheer up the home. This also brings attention to the windows and blinds so make sure they are clean even during winter. Dirty windows will make the home appear neglected. Background music played softly can completely change the atmosphere, which will make the home feel c... 01/31/2013

If you are searching for a home in the Chattanooga, Tennessee area we suggest you watch this video - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xE4U5jYyqYk. Jon Green will be your guide through the entire home buying process. 10/30/2012

Voting Opens For My Neighborhood Rocks Video Contest Tuesday, October 23, 2012 http://www.chattanoogan.com/2012/10/23/236979/Voting-Opens-For-My-Neighborhood-Rocks.aspx Voting for the second annual My Neighborhood Rocks video contest will be open from Oct. 23 to Oct. 31 on the Facebook page of Chattanooga Neighborhood Enterprise (CNE). My Neighborhood Rocks, a competition hosted by CNE and the Association for Visual Arts (AVA), encouraged neighborhoods in the Chattanooga city limits to submit a video five minutes or less in length focusing on the theme of “play.” These videos are meant to highlight activities in which local residents participate within their neighborhoods. “My Neighborhood Rocks is a great showcase of the creativity flowing in Chattanooga’s diverse communities,” said Ni... 10/25/2012

http://www.chattanoogan.com/2012/10/19/236736/Home-Sales-Increase-In-September.aspx Home Sales Increase In September Friday, October 19, 2012 The Greater Chattanooga area showed another consistent month of increases in home sales in September, based on information being released this month from the Multiple Listing Service of the Greater Chattanooga Association of Realtors. Officials said that is great news for Chattanooga and the regional economy. Most housing metrics should follow their usual, autumnal movements – higher inventory and days on market, fewer sales, lower prices. That applies only to month-to-month seasonal trends; most indicators should still show improvement on a year-over-year basis. All real estate is local – down to the city neighborhood, suburban development and ru... 10/25/2012

http://www.chattanoogan.com/2012/9/19/234614/Home-Prices-On-The-Rise-In-August.aspx Home Prices On The Rise In August Wednesday, September 19, 2012 The Chattanooga.com Home prices were on the rise in August. GCAR President Mark Hite said, "As the school-aged among us work their way back into classrooms across America, we continue to monitor key improvements in the local housing market with a keener eye. With two-thirds of 2012 complete, we're getting a sense of some solid trends that are developing." August saw the sale of 655 residential units, a 7.6% increase from last year’s numbers. That represents the 10th month in a row there ha been an increase in sales of residential properties.  Overall, inventory available for sale shrank 13.8 percent to 4,944 units, which is a trend that has ... 09/20/2012