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Real Estate Red Flags: Here Are 5 Types Of Homes I Would Never Buy

By Chris Roberts - February 10, 2026

If you are house hunting in Southeast Tennessee from out of state, it is easy to get dazzled by beautiful listing photos. But after years of walking through homes in Chattanooga and Cleveland—and even personally rebuilding a house that had burned to the ground—I’ve learned that some properties are better left to someone else. Avoiding buyer's remorse starts with knowing how to spot a "money pit"

Why So Many People Are Falling in Love With Chattanooga and Cleveland, TN

By Chris Roberts - February 10, 2026

Moving to Chattanooga? 5 Things I’m Really Glad I Found Here If you are researching a move to Chattanooga, you’ve likely looked at the hard data: home prices, taxes, and the job market. But there is a layer to living in Southeast Tennessee that doesn't show up on a spreadsheet. I moved here from the coast of Maine in 2016. Coming from a place with rugged coastlines and a high bar for community

I Moved From A Blue State To A Red State | Here's The Honest Truth

By Chris Roberts - February 10, 2026

Moving to Tennessee? The 3 Cultural Shifts Nobody Tells You About Moving from a "Blue State" or a "Purple State" to a "Red State" like Tennessee involves more than just a change in taxes or scenery. While many relocation guides focus on the cost of living, they often skip over how daily life actually feels once you’ve unpacked the boxes. I moved to Southeast Tennessee from coastal Maine in 201

5 Best Small Towns Near Chattanooga & Cleveland TN You’ll Want to Move To

By Chris Roberts - August 24, 2025

Looking for that perfect small-town Tennessee life—quiet, affordable, and still close to real civilization? I’ve got you covered. If you’ve been dreaming of a place with two traffic lights, one gas station, and somehow three spots to grab a biscuit… then Southeast Tennessee might be exactly what you’re looking for. And no, you don’t have to live “out in the sticks” to enjoy it. I’m Chris Roberts

Will Chattanooga Survive a Housing Market Crash in 2025?

By Chris Roberts - August 03, 2025

Is a Housing Market Crash Coming to Chattanooga? Here's What the Data Says With all the talk of housing slowdowns in cities like Austin, Dallas, and parts of Florida, many folks here in Chattanooga are asking the same question: Are we next? The short answer? No—and here’s why. 📊 Chattanooga's Market Is Holding Strong Unlike pandemic boomtowns that saw explosive price growth and overbuildin

Leaving Atlanta? 7 Ways Chattanooga Can Impact Your Life

By Chris Roberts - July 20, 2025

Welcome to Chattanooga (Not Atlanta): Why More Georgians Are Heading North If you’re reading this from somewhere in Georgia, there’s a good chance you’ve already thought about it. Maybe it was in the middle of your hour-long commute across metro Atlanta. Or when your rent jumped—again. Or maybe, just maybe, you heard about someone who moved to Chattanooga and actually got more for less. Whate

Relocating to Tennessee? 5 Must-Ask Questions for Choosing Your Chattanooga (or Cleveland) REALTOR®

By Chris Roberts | Relocation REALTOR - July 06, 2025

Click the image to watch the whole video! 5 Must-Ask Questions for Choosing Your Chattanooga (or Cleveland) REALTOR® Moving hundreds of miles for a new job—or a new pace of life—can be thrilling and nerve-racking. The right agent turns that anxiety into confidence. Below are five power questions (and the answers you want to hear) drawn from my own relocation journey, plus tips to secure a str

Why Would My Dad Want to Move To Chattanooga?

By Chris Roberts | Relocation REALTOR - June 29, 2025

Click the image to watch the whole video! A Relocation Buyer’s Perfect Day in Cleveland, TN If you’re relocating to Tennessee—especially from higher-cost states like California—you probably want proof that small-city living can still deliver great food, culture, and affordability. I recently filmed a “24 Hours in Cleveland” vlog that did exactly that, guiding my dad and his wife through farme

Spring Festivals Around Chattanooga: A Relocation Buyer’s Insider Guide

By Chris Roberts - June 22, 2025

Click the image to watch the rest of the video! I Visited Three Festivals in Southeast Tennessee Nothing shows a city’s soul faster than its hometown festivals. In my latest YouTube episode I spent 24 hours hopping three spring events that stitch together the Chattanooga metro: Crabtree Farms’ Spring Plant Sale, Ooltewah’s Strawberry Festival, and Cleveland’s Hot Slaw & Art Y’all. Each stop ca

Can’t Sell Your Home But Want to Move to Tennessee? Here’s the Playbook

By Chris Roberts | Relocation REALTOR - June 15, 2025

Click the picture to see the rest of the video! If your house is idling on the market while you dream of relocating to Chattanooga or Cleveland, Tennessee, you’re not alone. Below I unpack why the market feels “stuck,” the smart moves sellers are using to break free, and how you can still snag that Tennessee lifestyle—lower taxes, mountain views, and all. 1️⃣ Why the Market Feels Frozen

Top 4 Reasons Young Professionals Are Moving to Chattanooga (2025 Edition)

By Chris Roberts | Relocation REALTOR - May 25, 2025

Click the image to watch the rest of the video! Young professionals are flocking to Chattanooga, TN, for sub-$330k homes, 25-gig internet, and no state income tax—plus a downtown culture scene that rivals bigger metros. REALTOR® Chris Roberts explains the pros, cons, and how to relocate virtually with zero hassle. Thinking about relocating to Tennessee but don’t want Nashville prices or Atlant

Healthcare Pros: Here’s Why Relocating to Chattanooga Should Be on Your 2025 Shortlist

By - May 18, 2025

Click the image to watch the rest of the video! Chattanooga, TN packs big-city healthcare opportunity into a mid-size market—Level I trauma center, 26 k+ medical jobs, and RN salaries that stretch further thanks to housing 17 % below U.S. norms and zero state income tax. REALTOR® Chris Roberts shows how to relocate stress-free. 1️⃣ A Job Market Built Around You Stat Chattanooga M

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Real Estate Red Flags: Here Are 5 Types Of Homes I Would Never Buy

Why So Many People Are Falling in Love With Chattanooga and Cleveland, TN

I Moved From A Blue State To A Red State | Here's The Honest Truth

5 Best Small Towns Near Chattanooga & Cleveland TN You’ll Want to Move To

Will Chattanooga Survive a Housing Market Crash in 2025?

Leaving Atlanta? 7 Ways Chattanooga Can Impact Your Life

Relocating to Tennessee? 5 Must-Ask Questions for Choosing Your Chattanooga (or Cleveland) REALTOR®

Why Would My Dad Want to Move To Chattanooga?

Spring Festivals Around Chattanooga: A Relocation Buyer’s Insider Guide

Can’t Sell Your Home But Want to Move to Tennessee? Here’s the Playbook

Top 4 Reasons Young Professionals Are Moving to Chattanooga (2025 Edition)

Healthcare Pros: Here’s Why Relocating to Chattanooga Should Be on Your 2025 Shortlist

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