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Wexford at Lake Loudon is a Homeowners Association comprised of 117 homes. Located along Northshore Drive across from Lake Loudon, this subdivision was founded in the mid-1990s. Many of the homes were built in the late 1990s and early 2000s. The majority of the homes feature all-brick constructio...

The neighborhood of Amherst in Knoxville, Tennessee is comprised largely of homes built in the mid- to late-20th century. The Amherst area is bordered by Helmbolt Road to the west, crossing over Amherst Road in the middle, and extending to Jackson Road in the East. Amherst is a prime location, wi...

Monroe County is an eastern Pennsylvania county that shares a border with New Jersey that's defined by the Delaware River. Monroe County has a growing section known as the West End. Much of the West End is built around U.S. Route 209, which is also known as Interchange Road. This road continues w...

In East Tennessee, there are the beautiful Foothills to the Smoky Mountains. Near the Foothills, there is the lovely and quiet city of Maryville. In Maryville, there is the aptly-named Foothills Mall.The Foothills Mall has approximately 70 stores. The mall opened in 1973 and still is the only one...

A quarter century ago, many people in Knoxville lived, worked, and played around the city center. The area west of the West Town Mall was generally rural. Over the past 15 years, thousands of people established homes and shops in what is known as West Knoxville. A number of subdivisions have been...

If you want to head for the hills in Knoxville, perhaps you should consider the North Hills neighborhood. We are proud to present a modern home in a neighborhood with classic charm.Here is a 3D Home Tour!And here is a video tour!Click here for more details and photos.Open House will be on Saturda...

In Knoxville, the post-World War II building boom first expanded to West Hills. The new demand for homes was the impetus for a number of mostly ranch-style houses to be built to accommodate the rapidly expanding middle class.Prior to World War II, West Hills was comprised of farmland. Several fam...

The University of Tennessee in Knoxville is renowned for its academic excellence and vibrant campus life. However, one growing challenge that has been affecting students for years is the shortage of affordable and accessible student housing. In this article, we will delve into the persistent stud...

I have been a full-time real estate investor since 2004 and a full-time real estate broker since 2008. I've made colossal mistakes and thankfully learned enough to achieve great success. I just published a book for investors, entrepreneurs, and agents with 101 tips that are simple to read and imp...

I started my residential property investment journey in 2004 by buying a fixer-upper duplex.  I renovated both units.  I lived in one and rented the other.  After three years, I moved out and rented both for the next 14 years.  I learned a lot of great lessons along the way.In Greater Knoxville, ...