The Hidden Costs Killing Deals in 2026
From Real Estate with Ryan by Ryan & April Coleman
February 21, 2026 · 30 min
About this episode
Ryan Coleman discusses the unexpected expenses derailing real estate transactions in 2026.
The Hidden Costs Killing Deals in 2026 As we move deeper into 2026, more contracts are falling apart — and it’s not always because of price or interest rates. From insurance increases and inspection surprises to closing costs, repair negotiations, and lending guideline changes, the hidden expenses in today’s market are quietly killing deals across East Tennessee. Buyers are feeling the pressure. Sellers are getting caught off guard. And understanding where these hidden costs show up can be the difference between closing and starting over. On this week’s episode of Real Estate with Ryan, Ryan Coleman breaks down the unexpected expenses derailing transactions in 2026 — and how to protect yourself whether you’re buying, selling, or refinancing in today’s market. 🎙 Tune in Saturday at 11 AM 📻 Talk Radio 92.3 FM / AM 760 WETR 📻 Also airing at 1 PM on News Talk 98.7 FM Ryan Coleman Founder | Broker | CEO Hometown Realty Voted Best of Knoxville 2017–2025 Proud Sponsor of the VOLS Dave Ramsey Top ELP YOUR TENNESSEE AGENT #RealEstateWithRyan #EastTennesseeRealEstate #KnoxvilleRealEstate #HousingMarket2026 #HiddenCosts #HomeBuyingTips #HometownRealty #TennesseeAgent
People in this episode
Host: Ryan Coleman
Topics covered
- hidden costs
- real estate
- East Tennessee
- buying
- selling
- refinancing
Keywords
- insurance increases
- inspection surprises
- closing costs
- repair negotiations
- lending guideline changes
Mentioned in this episode
Books & works: Real Estate with Ryan
Places: East Tennessee, Knoxville
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