If moving from California to Tennessee is part of your 2027 plan, you may already be picturing a larger home, more land, a slower pace, or simply a different cost of living. But between selling a home in California, choosing the right area in Tennessee, arranging financing, and coordinating the actual move, it can be difficult to know where to begin. The good news is that you do not need to figure everything out at once. You just need to start in the right order. At Harper

You listed your home this summer expecting plenty of buyers, a quick offer, and a relatively smooth sale. Instead, the listing expired, was canceled, or is still sitting on the market without the activity you expected. Now you’re facing a frustrating decision: Should you relist this fall, or take the home off the market and wait until spring? There isn’t one answer that works for every homeowner. The right decision depends on why the home didn’t sell, what the competition l

Buying or selling a home is rarely just about the house. It is often connected to a job change, growing family, retirement, investment plan, financial goal, or move across the country. That is why the Harper Home Team was built to offer more than a traditional real estate experience. We are a family-owned real estate team serving Southern California and Middle Tennessee. With more than 1,500 homes sold, we bring decades of experience, strong negotiating skills, local market

Moving between Southern California and Middle Tennessee is a big step. Whether you’re buying, selling, or investing, understanding the local real estate market is key. Southern California’s housing scene is dynamic and can feel overwhelming without the right information. I’m here to break down the essentials and share practical tips to help you navigate this market with confidence.

If you’ve been following the Nashville housing market, the latest numbers may feel a little contradictory. Inventory is rising. Fewer homeowners are putting their properties on the market. Prices are holding relatively steady. Buyers have more negotiating power, but some homes are still selling quickly. So, is Nashville becoming a buyer’s market or not? The short answer: the market is moving closer to balance, but it depends heavily on the home, neighborhood and price rang

For years, most buyers have treated Zillow like it is the housing market. If a home wasn’t on Zillow, people assumed it wasn’t for sale. But starting June 1, that may no longer be true in Middle Tennessee. A major dispute between Realtracs (the local MLS used throughout Middle Tennessee) and Zillow could result in many listings no longer appearing on Zillow at all. And honestly? Most buyers and sellers have no idea this is happening. What’s Actually Happening? Realtra

"Do we sell our California home first or do we find a place in Tennessee first?" It's the relocation version of the chicken-and-egg problem, and if you've been sitting on this move for a while, there's a good chance this question is part of what's keeping you stuck. Because the stakes feel high on both sides. Sell too early and you're scrambling for somewhere to land. Wait too long and you're carrying two mortgages, or worse, you miss your window in Tennessee entirely. The

Right now a lot of buyers and sellers are on the sidelines waiting for one of two things: Mortgage rates to drop back into the 3% range A major housing market crash The assumption is that both of these things are likely to happen again soon. But when we look at the actual historical data, the reality is much different. Mortgage Rates Under 4% Are Historically Rare 30-year fixed mortgage rates have been tracked since the early 1970s. From 1971 to 2011, mortgag

If you're looking to sell your home fast for top dollar, a couple iPhone photos and a MLS listing won't cut it. If you want to catch the perfect buyer's eye, our marketing plan at the Harper Home Team is built to capture the beauty and value of your home to help buyers envision your home as theirs.

When the market slows down, selling a home can feel frustrating especially if you remember how fast homes were selling just a couple of years ago. Fewer showings. Longer days on market. More price reductions popping up around the neighborhood. The good news? Homes still sell in slow markets, they just sell differently. A slower market doesn’t mean your home won’t sell. It means strategy matters more than ever. Here’s how to approach selling your home when buyers are more ca

Divorce is hard enough, you don’t need added stress when it comes to selling the house. That’s where The Harper Home Company steps in. We specialize in guiding couples through divorce-related home sales with compassion, confidentiality, and clear communication every step of the way. Why Choose The Harper Home Company Selling a home during divorce isn’t just a transaction, it’s a sensitive situation that calls for balance and experience. Here’s how we help:

Selling a luxury home isn’t about tossing a sign in the yard and hoping for the best—it’s about crafting a story, building excitement, and connecting with the right buyers. That’s where The Harper Home Company shines. We’ve represented hundreds of high-end properties in Murrieta, CA, and built a reputation as the go-to team for luxury listings. From hillside estates in La Cresta to gated gems in Bear Creek, we know how to position your home to stand out.

If your home isn’t selling, don’t panic, take action. Most problems have solutions, and often a fresh perspective is all it takes

If you're thinking about selling a rental or investment property and reinvesting the profits without getting slammed with capital gains taxes, a 1031 Exchange might be your best move. But what is it, how does it work, and how do you actually upgrade your portfolio with it?

The truth is, your bottom line isn't just based on your home's condition or neighborhood comps. It's shaped by the decisions you make before your home even hits the market. And according to new data from Zillow, many sellers are still missing the mark on the basics.

Recent studies show over one-third of homeowners are planning to invest in outdoor upgrades this year, with many prioritizing spaces that offer peace, privacy, and luxury. After years of remote work and indoor fatigue, the yard has become a critical extension of the home—part retreat, part entertainment space, and part wellness zone.

According to Realtor.com data cited by multiple news outlets, there are currently nearly 500,000 more homes for sale than there are active buyers in the market.

With a new wave of tariffs announced this year, the real estate world is bracing for change — and not all of it is bad. In April 2025,...

Yes, the Temecula Valley real estate market is strong in 2025, but that doesn’t mean every home sells for top dollar. The secret? Smart stra

As we navigate through 2025, the local real estate market presents unique opportunities for sellers.