<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[First Class Keller Williams Realty Lebanon ]]></title><description><![CDATA[Lebanon, TN First Class Real Estate is a top Realtor team with Keller Williams, serving buyers, sellers, and investors across Middle TN]]></description><link>https://www.firstclassrealestatetn.com/blog</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Fri, 19 Jun 2026 11:22:31 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://www.firstclassrealestatetn.com/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[Do I Have to Sign a Buyer's Agreement Before Touring Homes in Tennessee?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Do you have to sign a buyer's agreement before touring homes in Tennessee? Yes — since August 2024, any REALTOR helping you tour a home in Tennessee must have a written buyer representation agreement in place before the tour, whether in person or virtual. This agreement must clearly state how much the agent will be compensated and cannot use vague language like "whatever the seller pays." Open houses are the one exception — you can visit any open house without signing anything, because...]]></description><link>https://www.firstclassrealestatetn.com/post/do-i-have-to-sign-a-buyer-s-agreement-before-touring-homes-in-tennessee</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a33f5ac217d21f7fb5eda30</guid><pubDate>Thu, 18 Jun 2026 13:53:13 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/5307be_faa6e6730c624b81b162ef8452c4a7c1~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_941,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Khristian Schlemmer</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Selling a House During Divorce in Tennessee — What Happens to the Home]]></title><description><![CDATA[What happens to the house when you get divorced in Tennessee? Once a divorce is filed in Tennessee, an automatic court injunction prevents either spouse from selling the home without the other's consent or a court order. The marital home is almost always classified as a marital asset — even if only one spouse's name is on the deed — and is subject to equitable distribution: a fair division based on each spouse's contributions, the marriage's length, and other statutory factors. Proceeds from...]]></description><link>https://www.firstclassrealestatetn.com/post/selling-a-house-during-divorce-in-tennessee-what-happens-to-the-home</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a32b012ce85b49c3c4d6847</guid><pubDate>Wed, 17 Jun 2026 14:43:18 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/5307be_91f3fdad194847be8b96f2fb4c25bf16~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_941,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Khristian Schlemmer</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[How to Sell an Inherited House in Tennessee]]></title><description><![CDATA[How do you sell an inherited house in Tennessee? Before you can list an inherited house in Tennessee, the property title has to transfer into your name — which means clearing probate, getting an executor formally appointed, and resolving any outstanding debts or liens on the property. Probate in Tennessee typically takes 6 to 12 months, depending on the county and how complex the estate is. If there's no will, heirs can sometimes skip formal probate using an Affidavit of Heirship after one...]]></description><link>https://www.firstclassrealestatetn.com/post/how-to-sell-an-inherited-house-in-tennessee</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a315ad3a3667807a657696b</guid><pubDate>Tue, 16 Jun 2026 14:28:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/5307be_6d7289879530421895c768fbea74c2c0~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_916,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Khristian Schlemmer</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Should You Sell Before Buying Another Home in Nashville?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Should you sell your current house before buying your next one in Nashville or Lebanon? In most cases, no — selling first gives you a stronger, non-contingent offer and avoids carrying two mortgages, but it only works if you have somewhere to land in the gap. With homes across the Nashville metro now taking 60 to 85 days to sell, and over 110 days in parts of Mount Juliet and Wilson County, that gap has gotten wider. Bridge loans, rent-back agreements, and contingent offers are the three main...]]></description><link>https://www.firstclassrealestatetn.com/post/should-you-sell-before-buying-another-home-in-nashville</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a3037074eb83abb35287912</guid><pubDate>Mon, 15 Jun 2026 18:59:46 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/5307be_f033aab59ded4eb29169289292a7a9ce~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_941,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Khristian Schlemmer</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why Isn't My House Selling? What Middle Tennessee Sellers Need to Do Now]]></title><description><![CDATA[Why Isn't My House Selling in MiddleTennessee? In June 2026, Nashville was ranked among the strongest buyer's markets in the United States, with Middle Tennessee homes averaging 73–87 days on market depending on the area — up significantly from last year. The most common reason a home sits without offers is overpricing: buyers today have real choices, and homes that aren't competitively priced get passed over and then stigmatized the longer they sit. If your home has been on the market 30...]]></description><link>https://www.firstclassrealestatetn.com/post/why-isnt-my-house-selling-in-middle-tennessee</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a2c1a7fac42b101a9d42c15</guid><pubDate>Fri, 12 Jun 2026 15:48:29 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/5307be_3863b32ee3994e84809fdd781d0b86b0~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_909,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Khristian Schlemmer</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Buyer Closing Costs in Tennessee: What to Budget in Lebanon and Nashville]]></title><description><![CDATA[Professional real estate blog graphic featuring a smiling Tennessee Realtor in a modern black suit standing in front of the Nashville skyline. Bold black and gold branding highlights the headline “Buyer Closing Costs in Tennessee: What to Budget in Lebanon &#38; Nashville.” The image includes Tennessee-themed graphics, financial planning icons, and First Class Real Estate branding, designed to educate home buyers about closing costs in the Middle Tennessee housing market.]]></description><link>https://www.firstclassrealestatetn.com/post/buyer-closing-costs-in-tennessee-what-to-budget-in-lebanon-and-nashville</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a2acd8c8d10dcf6288d5287</guid><pubDate>Thu, 11 Jun 2026 15:09:02 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/5307be_c8ff34c10aa44409a43c03720f216e80~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Khristian Schlemmer</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[How Much Do Sellers Pay at Closing in Tennessee?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Thinking about selling your home in Tennessee? Before you focus on the sale price, it's important to understand what you'll actually walk away with at closing. Most Tennessee sellers pay between 7% and 9% of the final sale price in closing costs, including agent commissions, title insurance, transfer taxes, and prorated property taxes. In this guide, you'll learn exactly what sellers pay, how costs are calculated, and what to expect when selling in Lebanon and the Greater Nashville area.]]></description><link>https://www.firstclassrealestatetn.com/post/how-much-do-sellers-pay-at-closing-in-tennessee</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a2973118ae4d2c74dcfd1f0</guid><pubDate>Wed, 10 Jun 2026 17:02:58 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/5307be_4cbab284775e4f0ba0c753dd36531f02~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Khristian Schlemmer</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wilson County Property Tax Reappraisal 2026: What Lebanon Homeowners Need to Know]]></title><description><![CDATA[Wilson County homeowners are seeing property values rise an average of 66% in the 2026 reappraisal, but that doesn’t mean property taxes will increase by 66%. Tennessee’s revenue-neutral law requires the county to lower the tax rate after a reappraisal. The key is how your home compares to the county average. Learn what the new assessments mean for your tax bill, home value, and whether now is the right time to buy or sell in Lebanon, Tennessee.]]></description><link>https://www.firstclassrealestatetn.com/post/wilson-county-property-tax-reappraisal-2026-what-lebanon-homeowners-need-to-know</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a28715532d35aa9db66ae0d</guid><pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 20:39:21 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/5307be_81a632b783ed4f769a5b20822dab2e5a~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Khristian Schlemmer</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Construction vs. Resale in Lebanon, TN: What Buyers Need to Know in 2026]]></title><description><![CDATA[Should I buy new construction or a resale home in Lebanon, TN?In 2026, both options are competitive in Lebanon and Wilson County — and both come with trade-offs buyers often don't see until it's too late. Builders across the Nashville metro are offering rate buydowns and $10,000–$15,000 in closing cost credits or design center upgrades to attract buyers, but those contracts are written by the builder's attorneys to protect the builder. Resale homes can close in 30 days, often carry more negotiat]]></description><link>https://www.firstclassrealestatetn.com/post/new-construction-vs-resale-in-lebanon-tn-what-buyers-need-to-know-in-2026</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a26e1e47206e69ccb3abaec</guid><pubDate>Mon, 08 Jun 2026 16:06:12 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/5307be_9ad30c601d714c0284dc627d672f9b00~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Khristian Schlemmer</dc:creator></item></channel></rss>