Is now a good time to buy a home in Chattanooga, or should you wait until spring? In this episode, Blake Watson breaks down why October might be one of the most overlooked, yet strategic, months to make your move.

You’ll learn:

What current home prices and trends tell us

How much competition buyers are really facing this fall

Where mortgage rates are headed and how they affect affordability

What inventory looks like across Chattanooga

How down payment assistance programs could make buying now easier

What you risk losing if you wait 6 to 12 months

If you’re a first-time homebuyer or thinking about entering the market before the end of 2025, this episode will help you make an informed, confident decision.

Mentioned in this episode:

• THDA Great Choice and Great Choice Plus
• Chattanooga Neighborhood Enterprise down payment assistance
• Georgia Dream Program
• Local market stats from Chattanooga MLS (as of September 2025)
• Mortgage rate updates from Freddie Mac

The show host is Blake Watson, a real estate agent in Chattanooga, TN and Northwest Georgia with Epique Realty.

Connect with Blake Watson:

Website: www.athomechattanooga.com

Call or Text: 423-315-1815

Facebook: Blake Watson

LinkedIn: Blake Watson

Instagram: @rocknrollblake

Brokerage: Epique Realty | 888-893-3537

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