In my 20+ years as a real estate professional, I’ve discovered that success often hinges on skills you wouldn’t find in any training manual. This realization inspired a key theme in my novel, “Principles of Real Estate & Murder.” Former Knox County sheriff’s detective Frank Merchant transitions into a real estate career only to findContinue reading “When Real Estate Requires Detective Work: Unexpected Skills for Unexpected Challenges”
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“Principles” Restaurants: A Culinary Tour of Knoxville Part 2
“A Taste of Knoxville: Culinary Hotspots in ‘Principles of Real Estate & Murder’” Follow Frank Merchant’s journey through Knoxville’s vibrant dining scene in this local thriller: Click here to buy it now! UNION JACK’SThis British-style pub in Bearden becomes a gathering spot for Frank’s retirement party. It’s a friendly spot at the foot of BeardenContinue reading ““Principles” Restaurants: A Culinary Tour of Knoxville Part 2″
Frank Merchant’s Knoxville: The World of “Principles of Real Estate and Murder
The post discusses the personal exploration of themes in “Principles of Real Estate and Murder” and the connection to the author’s life. It introduces Frank Merchant as a character and promises to explore his world and the author’s own experiences in Knoxville. The post also offers recommended music and real estate help in Knoxville.
Realty Mad Season in the Age of Coronavirus
As an “on the ground” REALTOR (one who actually works with real estate clients in an age of people who purport to be your agent while having a crew of 20+ agents covering all aspects of the agency with the “lead agent” just serving as a figurehead) for the past 17 years, I have learnedContinue reading “Realty Mad Season in the Age of Coronavirus”
Seller Secrets! Book available now
It’s been a life-long goal to write books and take photos . I love shooting photos and teaching with a passion – both have been important parts of my 16+ year real estate career. Each transaction has involved learning more and more about people in general – my clients, colleagues, friends, support team and myselfContinue reading “Seller Secrets! Book available now”
Questions from buyers moving to Knoxville from Canada
I recently received an e-mail from a potential client moving to Knoxville. He sent me some wonder questions about the Knoxville real estate market, homes in Knoxville and other aspects of buying their first home in the area. My responses are in bold type. Buyer: I haven’t spoken to you previously, but thought I’d touchContinue reading “Questions from buyers moving to Knoxville from Canada”
Farragut, TN: Popular for families, retirement and life in general!
Welcome to the vibrant town of Farragut, named after the honored Favorite Son Admiral David Farragut as well as regional shopping mecca Turkey Creek. Located minutes from Knoxville and all the University of Tennessee – Go Vols! While definitely an extension of an Orange-blooded college town, Farragut is attracting more & more families of home buyersContinue reading “Farragut, TN: Popular for families, retirement and life in general!”
Career, Business and Life – Keller Williams in Knoxville, TN
In the mid 1980s, Gary Keller began a company built upon his firm belief that if they focused on growing agents who excel in all aspects of life, the agents would be truly dedicated to the company and build it greater than anyone could reasonably expect. Keller Williams Realty has since grown to the #1Continue reading “Career, Business and Life – Keller Williams in Knoxville, TN”
Selling your Knoxville condo? Here’s news.
So you have a condo you’d like to sell in Knoxville? The government isn’t making it easy. Another real estate agent friend just shared this with me. I hope it helps you prepare because preparation is key to getting your home sold From an article By Michele Lerner • Bankrate.com Highlights The borrower has toContinue reading “Selling your Knoxville condo? Here’s news.”
7 Places and Things I LOVE about South Knoxville
I have lived or spent a significant amount of time is just about every area of Knoxville. When a student at UT, I started Knoxville life on campus – if it wasn’t within walking distance or an occasional trip out west to see a “dollar movie” or eat at IHOP, it didn’t exist for me.Continue reading “7 Places and Things I LOVE about South Knoxville”