First Time Home Buyer Loan Application Checklist

Check out this great info of  the documentation that first time home buyers will need for their loan application. *2 years most recently filed tax returns *2 years most recent W2’s 1099’s that correspond with tax returns *30 days of most current paystubs for all borrowers *60 days of bank statements for all borrowers showing…

Knoxville, TN Greenways

There are currently 112.9 miles of paved greenway and natural trails for the citizens of Knoxville. We love to bike ride all over town, and then find a place for lunch anywhere along our excursion!  Today was Dead End BBQ! http://www.knoxvilletn.gov/government/city_departments_offices/parks_and_recreation/greenways_trails #susong7  #knoxvilletrails #knoxvillerealestate

Life in Gettysvue Country Club

Our family lives in Gettysvue Golf & Polo Country Club in Knoxville, TN  and has for almost 14 years.  We have enjoyed the swim team, tennis, golf, bar & grill, special events, the chipping green, and the neighborhood as a whole.  Gettysvue is a gorgeous neighborhood of rolling hills and beautiful landscaping.   As Realtors, we…

Investing in RPAC Knoxville, TN

I am a Sterling investor in RPAC, Realtor Political Action Committee.   I believe this is a must in order to be a  successful Realtor.  “REALTORS® raise and spend money to elect candidates who understand and support their interests. The money to accomplish this comes from voluntary contributions made by REALTORS®. These are not members’ dues; this…

Tax Benefits for Homeowners

The National Association of REALTORS® (NAR) worked throughout the tax reform process to preserve the existing tax benefits of homeownership and real estate investment, as well to ensure as many real estate professionals as possible would benefit from proposed tax cuts. Many of the changes reflected in the final bill were the result of the…

New Construction is UP!

Per RIS Media, “Home-building activity blew by expectations in January, with housing starts up 9.7 percent to a rate of 1,326,000, according to the latest data from the U.S. Census Bureau and the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). Single-family housing starts increased 3.7 percent to 846,000.”  This is a super thing for my…

Knoxville Ice Bears Hockey

Great entertainment and excitement was found at the Knoxville Ice Bears Hockey game last weekend.  Their organization has been around since 2002.  We happened to be there on Star Wars theme night!  We had a super fun time.  They had so many extra activities going on that there was never a dull moment!  Hopefully the…

Tankless Hot Water Heaters

New construction homes built by my company, Ray Keeney & Assoc., are now using tankless hot water heaters.  A tankless hot water heater is much more efficient and uses less utilities.  It provides a continuous flow of hot water.  If you are thinking of changing your hot water heater out, definitely look into this option.

Merry Christmas!

We wanted to say thank you to all of our amazing friends and customers for making this another wonderful year in Knoxville Real Estate!  We have now served the Knoxville area as Realtors for almost 27 years.  We wanted to post a beautiful family photo to share, but these are the only 2 of the…