Trevor Knowles, Realtor

06/12/2024

Situated in the charming Nashboro Village on a peaceful cul-de-sac, this condo offers a lifestyle of convenience and comfort. Boasting a range of recent upgrades including new flooring, paint, hardware, fixtures, and a water heater, this home is both stylish and functional.

The kitchen features a pantry with wooden shelving and a built-in desk space, adding to its appeal and practicality. With two bedrooms, two and a half bathrooms, and generous living space on the main level, this residence provides ample room for relaxation and entertainment.

Additionally, a separate laundry room adds to the home's functionality, and the washer, dryer, and refrigerator are included in the sale, making moving in a breeze. Both bedrooms boast walk-in closets, offering plenty of storage, while a private patio or deck provides an ideal outdoor retreat.

For those who enjoy golf, the proximity to the Nashboro Golf Club is a fantastic amenity, providing easy access to leisure activities right next door. View additional details about this listing: https://go.realtracs.com/1GHT39j

12/16/2023

The Perfect Home Could Be the One You Perfect After Buying.

There’s no denying mortgage rates and home prices are higher now than they were last year and that’s impacting what you can afford.

12/15/2023

Steep mortgage payments dampening your dreams of homeownership? A 2-1 buydown, plus a willing seller, could be your answer.

What's a 2-1 buydown?

It's a mortgage strategy that temporarily trims your interest rate during the early years of your loan, offering more manageable payments. It’s ideal for first-time homebuyers or those eyeing an income surge soon.

Here’s how it works:

• Year 1: Interest is slashed by 2 percentage points below the lender's rate. So, if a lender offers 7%, you're only on the hook for 5%.

• Year 2: Interest nudges up but still remains 1 percentage point below the lender's rate. With a 7% lender rate, you'd owe 6%.

• After Year 2: Interest resets with the lender's standard rate for the remaining term. In this scenario, that'd be 7%.

The seller's role:

Sellers can sweeten the deal by shouldering the buydown cost, which makes this a compelling negotiation chip during price talks.

While enticing, remember the 2-1 buydown is short-term relief. Payments will jump after two years, so it's important for buyers to plan ahead for the increase.

Intrigued by a 2-1 buydown? Drop a comment below or shoot me a DM. Let's chat about how this mortgage solution fits into your home-buying plans in 2024.

07/10/2023

You've probably heard it said, "Real estate is the safest investment in the world." But when it comes to dipping your toes into the investment property pool for the first time, it can feel like anything but safe.

So, let's break this down:

1) Start With the End in Mind: It's important to clarify what you want out of this investment. Are you looking for monthly cash flow or a long-term appreciation plan? Or both? Different types of properties will fit different goals, so being clear on your "why" is crucial.
2) Understand Your Budget: This goes beyond knowing how much you can afford to spend on an investment property. You also need to consider the ongoing costs of owning and managing it, including taxes, maintenance, insurance, and potential vacancies.
3) Choose Your Property Type: Whether it's a single-family home, a duplex, or a commercial property, your choice will heavily depend on your budget and your investment goals. Research the average costs, rental rates, and market trends for each type in your desired area.
4) Location, Location, Location: Remember, you're not just investing in a property, but also in a location. Look for areas with a strong rental market, promising future developments, and amenities that will attract tenants.
5) Build Your Team: Just like you wouldn't whip up a complex dish without the right kitchen tools, you shouldn't venture into real estate investment without the right team. This includes a trustworthy real estate agent, a reliable property manager, a knowledgeable lender, and an experienced lawyer.

There you have it—your recipe for success in your first real estate investment venture.

Questions about investing? Let's connect. My job is to take the guesswork out of this process for you.

01/02/2023

Amazing location in East Nashville! Walkable to 5 points, lots of new development around and walkable neighborhood. This home was custom built and has many special features and details most homes don't have. Large walk-in shower & deep soaking tub in master bath. Large walk in closet. Fenced in privacy fence in the backyard makes it very peaceful and screened in porch with a fireplace for the cool night. The kitchen has an industrial stove and chef's dream kitchen for so much storage and large island and counter space. The lay out is perfect for entertaining. Easy access to Shelby, downtown, and the interstate. Marble Counter tops, concrete and hardwood floors. Stainless steel appliances, Lots of Natural light. View additional details about this listing: https://go.realtracs.com/0lk0XAK

02/15/2021

Looking to make improvements to your home this year? Here's what you can expect for ROI.

02/15/2021

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07/02/2020

For those of you that know me really well, you know that this picture represents who I am at heart.

I am outgoing, energetic, and fun but at the same time patient, compassionate, and meek.

As an enneagram type 9, I care about people so much and feel everything that others are feeling all the time that I literally lose sight of myself often and bury my own feelings in the process, but doing that causes me to bury the other parts of me too.

Since becoming a business owner and working to build something from the ground up I’ve realized that I anytime I bury myself, my fear, my emotions it doesn’t just hold me back, it holds my back business, my family, my goals etc.

I have struggled with fear for as long as I can remember and it keeps me from having the life and relationships I really desire. But I’m on a journey of leaning into that fear and emotions and getting to the other side- the place where truth, identity, and purpose are.

Who else can relate? 🙋🏾

It is work, it is hard, and it’s not really fun. But I really want to be all that I can be for my family, myself, and the people I serve.

If you’re in this daily struggle too drop a comment, and let’s go after all that we were created to be and refuse to let fear win!

06/26/2020

Hey Friends! It’s been a while so I wanted to update you on what I’ve been up to.
I have been serving people through financial planning for the past 4 years and have helped tons of people get out of debt, make a plan for their future, and protect their income. One of the biggest things I’ve learned is the importance of making wise investments that create opportunity and wealth that you can build upon.

I got my real estate license to be able to purchase investment properties for myself and I know from personal experience a house is one of the biggest financial purchases you’ll ever make. I’ve watched the properties that Kristen and I own create wealth that we never would have been able to build through any other investment in a few short years. They have allowed us to create passive income, provided funds to buy a second home in our dream neighborhood, and enabled us to quit the corporate world and build our own businesses.

I have made the decision to go full time as a real estate agent to help people achieve their financial goals and build long-term wealth. Whether it’s your first home or if you would like to create passive income and build wealth through investment properties, I would love to help.

My experience in financial planning allows me to uniquely serve my clients by working with you in a holistic way so that you can feel confident knowing you made the best financial decision for you and your family.

If you’ve thought at all about purchasing a home or wondered what it looks like to invest in property, let’s chat. Looking forward to serving you and my community in a deeper way.

06/12/2020

Most people think that Covid-19 has slowed down home buying, but May showed us that people are not waiting to purchase.

Summer is fast approaching and we are already experiencing a busy home buying season. All the intel points towards an influx in home sales this summer.

Hope you're ready!

Is Summer The New Spring For Home Sales?

While Covid-19 slowed things down in April, we still saw a 7% increase in median home sales prices! This tells us that the market is strong.

On top of this, interest rates are still at a record low.

Which makes now the best time to sell or buy a home.

Don't wait for mortgage rates to increase.

Check out this quick video on what we are seeing in the market

Curious about selling or buying? Comment below and I can send you some more information on the current market.

Record-low mortgage rates are likely to remain in place for the rest of the year, and will be driving housing demand as state economies steadily reopen, but more listings and increased home construction will be needed to tame price growth.