2023

Your Smoky Mountain Tennessee real estate professionals. Make the Smokies home.

2023

Your Smoky Mountain Tennessee real estate professionals. Make the Smokies home.

What’s New in Investment Loans?

What's New in Investment Loans? A Chat with Mortgage Pro Debbie Hill I recently had the opportunity to meet with Debbie Hill, a local lender at Mortgage Investors Group. Our discussion revolved around the current lending market and the options available for investment and primary home buyers. Originally from Georgia, she made the move to [...]

Profitability of Short-Term Rentals in the Smokies Broken Down

Profitability of Short-Term Rentals in the Smokies Broken Down Analyzing the Financial Viability of Short-Term Rentals in the Smokies Hey there! I'm Gracie Mayfield, an agent here at Local Realty Group. When I work with my buyers, I always ask them to ask themselves one question: "If you were a guest here and never stepped [...]

The Smoky Mountain STR Market in 2023: Strong and Resilient

The Smoky Mountain STR Market in 2023: Strong and Resilient If you've recently considered real estate investment in the picturesque Tennessee Smoky Mountains, you've likely encountered mixed reports about the state of the market. While some headlines have raised concerns about declining revenues in short-term rentals, experienced managers have a different story to tell. [...]

5 Questions Every STR Investor Should Ask

5 Questions Every STR Investor Should Ask 1. Self-manage or management company? As much as I am a fan of black and white answers, this answer lives in the gray area. The decision to self-manage or enlist the services of a property manager is contingent on individual circumstances and preferences. Self Managing: Self-managing your [...]

2023-10-04T10:52:05-05:00September 22nd, 2023|Blog, Short Term Rentals, STR, The Smokies, Top 10|

The Next 10 Things to Do After Buying a Short-Term Rental in Smoky Mountains

10 Things to Do After Buying a Short-Term Rental in the Smoky Mountains Are you the proud owner of a short-term rental property in the picturesque Smoky Mountains? Congratulations on your investment in one of the most sought-after vacation destinations! Now that you've secured your property, it's time to roll up your sleeves and [...]

Top 10 Things to Know About the Smokies

Discover the Great Smoky Mountains: Nature’s Playground Welcome to the Great Smoky Mountains, a place of unparalleled natural beauty, family fun and investment opportunity. Located in the heart of the southeastern United States, the Smokies offer a blend of historic mountains, diverse wildlife, outdoor adventures, and the perfect opportunity to scale your wealth. So hey [...]

How to Purchase a Short Term Rental in the Smoky Mountains

The Smoky Mountains are a popular destination for tourists from all over the world. With their picturesque landscapes, endless opportunities for outdoor activities, and abundance of wildlife, it's no wonder that the area is a hot spot for vacation rentals. If you're interested in purchasing a short-term rental in the Smoky Mountains, there are several [...]

2023-09-06T08:10:51-05:00April 19th, 2023|Renting, Short Term Rentals, STR|

Benefits of Investing in a STR Opportunity Zone

Opportunity Zones were created by the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017 with the purpose of promoting investment in economically distressed areas of the United States. Investors in Opportunity Zones can benefit from significant tax advantages, including the deferral and reduction of capital gains taxes. This blog post will focus on three [...]

2023-04-24T10:09:35-05:00April 14th, 2023|Area Information, Blog, Buyers|
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