Should I Live in East Tennessee?

[@johnconde8837]

Tennesse sounds like a beautiful place I love everything about it from what I hear to tell you the truth I am originally from New York that place is out of control I have no problem with anybody skin color I am a Puerto Rican male married to an Italian woman as far as flags go the confederate flag doesn’t bother me one bit it’s part of Southern history US history .I was born and raised in the United States I am 53 years old ,none of our history should be erased . We have three generations of military service combat veterans in our family. places like Tennessee sound like true America .

[@melodywagstaffrealtor]

John, feel free to reach out if I can answer any questions for you about this lovely area of TN. [e-mail]

[@johnconde8837]

@@melodywagstaffrealtor thanks so much I was wondering about sports for kids we have a 12 year old that plays everything do you know anything about Sports for youth in Maryville .

[@melodywagstaffrealtor]

@@johnconde8837 In Maryville, there are quite a few options for sports. Baseball, football, basketball are the most popular but cross country running, tennis, golf, cheerleading, soccer, swimming are also readily available. Maryville is a booming town so there is a lot going on there...especially for kids!

[@ricosuave7102]

John Conde you’re a rare gem of Puerto Ricans. Wepa

[@baymeosplit8537]

Melody: traffic is a con out here California: enters the chat

[@melodywagstaffrealtor]

I won't disagree with you on that. ;) However, when I asked my FB followers what were some cons about living in East TN, that was a favorable response.

[@janhankins911]

Yeah, we lived in the Washington/Baltimore area for a while and "traffic" here isn't quite the issue you'll find in places like Atlanta, Los Angeles, Washington/Baltimore, Chicago, etc. I don't usually find traffic here too bad generally speaking, although sometimes the construction can be a royal pain in the patoot. BTW, I took a trip to Houston after having lived and driven in east Tennessee. I was ready to quit driving after two days in Houston. It was AWFUL.

[@wanderingwithstacy]

Northern Virginia too! Traffic here is a nightmare!!

[@melodywagstaffrealtor]

If you want to move to TN, I'd love to help you. :)

[@baymeosplit8537]

@@melodywagstaffrealtor We just moved in to our new home last week. We love it here. Thank you.

[@candysmith8724]

We visited east TN this summer and we just fell in love with the area. Coming back to Houston was ughhh. We loved it so much, we've been discussing relocating. After doing some research, it seems 3 bedroom homes is more of the norm up there and smaller square feet. In order to get anything near what we have in Texas I'd be in the $600K+ price point. That's disappointing, but then again we don't have the beautiful Smoky Mountains.

[@melodywagstaffrealtor]

Hi Candy! I'd love to answer any questions you have or help you in anyway possible. Feel free to reach out at anytime at 865.603.5908 or [e-mail] Also, thanks for watching my video and replying. :)

[@HBC423]

Not to mention Chattanooga is in East Tennessee, one of the prettiest cities in the country

[@melodywagstaffrealtor]

I can't disagree! Chattanooga has really revamped their downtown over the years. The waterfront is absolutely gorgeous. :)

[@HBC423]

@@melodywagstaffrealtor I do love how beautiful it is, but I also hate the yuppies that have moved into the city. I try and keep the crime rate up

[@travisallmon2865]

I think one big one of a pro for East Tennessee especially Loudon is taxes and property taxes

[@melodywagstaffrealtor]

Agreed! We are so blessed to live in East Tennessee and Loudon is great place to live and work. 🙂

[@janhankins911]

Tennessee is a very tax friendly state. But we DO have a very high sales tax.

[@melodywagstaffrealtor]

@@janhankins911 We do not have a state income tax, which is good. :)

[@janhankins911]

@@melodywagstaffrealtor Depends on your perspective. Our sales tax is one of the highest in the nation.

[@moodypine]

@@janhankins911 not compared to NY. 🥴

[@danielnordeen8410]

I just closed my 10 acres in East TN today and moving there from OK due to the No State Income tax since I have a virtual job, Low property Taxes beautiful hills and lots of trees, Lake reservoirs and the 4 seasons not too cold. I am up on the Cumberland Plateau so it is about 1800 elevation. I like the Southern Hospitality and guns laws and no mandates for example. I am going to build a Barndo to retire in.

[@melodywagstaffrealtor]

If you know anyone else looking to head this way, I'd be honored if you would send them my way. I'd love to help! :) Welcome to TN!

[@pamelasasser7295]

Thank you Melody. We got to visit Northeast TN this year and hope to come back for a visit to Southeast TN soon. Hopefully we will move there in a couple more years, we are tired of 9 months of only summer here in FL! Great Pros and Cons video!

[@melodywagstaffrealtor]

Pam, it’s good to hear from you! 🙂

[@MrKikkomon]

Been looking to relocate... jus not sure where..

[@melodywagstaffrealtor]

Hi Ken! Feel free to contact me with a little more detail as to what you are are looking for. I would love to help you in any way that I can. Please complete this questionnaire and I will get in touch with you soon! :) forms.gle/jEsB7y59sx86CNRD7

[@a1scoot]

Tennessee sounds wonderful to me….As a native Californian I no longer feel like I belong here… Once people learned I voted for Trump the neighborhood grew hostile …

[@melodywagstaffrealtor]

If you would like more information about East Tennessee, feel free to reach out to me. There is a Google form in the description of this video that you can click on it I’ll get right back with you.

[@maverickgood5204]

Lol. That’s California. Home of the brainwashed. Tennessee is trump territory. No problem like that here.

[@jimg518]

Get out of that sinking ship asap.

[@GeorgeSmith-em4nf]

I hear Florida is nice.

[@WeepingWillow422]

I'm guessing you've noticed all the people flocking to your state. It's nice to know there are many realtors there to help people make the transition. I'm hoping in the future to leave Connecticut and move to eastern Tennessee myself. Can't right now, but it is a desire of mine.

[@melodywagstaffrealtor]

Thank you for commenting on my video. Whenever you are ready to move to East Tennessee, I hope you will keep me in mind. I have moved to Utah and back, so I know how it is with cross country moves and would be honored to help you in anyway that I can. 🙂

[@33pbunny]

We just bought land and are building a home in Washburn. Any hints would be welcome!

[@melodywagstaffrealtor]

Welcome to Tennessee! :)

[@thebritish910]

Hey, very useful video! I’m looking to move there for a fresh start after a painful divorce. I love the nature and being able to hike, but also need to live somewhere with people around, so I could maybe meet the future missus. Haha, I also don’t like driving too far for my coffee and groceries. Any places you suggest living? Was thinking Knoxville, but that may be too busy for me. No idea where to start haha. Thanks regardless, as this was a useful video. I’ll be moving out there come April, dang excited for it!

[@melodywagstaffrealtor]

Good morning! I'd love to answer any questions you have or help you in anyway possible. Feel free to reach out at anytime at 865.603.5908 or [e-mail] Also, thanks for watching my video and replying. :)

[@HandcraftedintheFoothills]

Knoxville is now so busy it's crazy so is Maryville it sucks with all the blue state refugees trying to change everything about our ways here...sad to enter restaurants and stores and barely hear our dialect anymore....I sure hope all the people stop coming here

[@williambush7971]

Keep your healthy dining. I'll take good ole country cookin. If you think you are going to live forever east tn. food is not for your. If you enjoy life and good food you will love it here.

[@melodywagstaffrealtor]

I can’t argue with you on that. 😉

[@babayaga9362]

I'm looking to relocate. I'm looking at a VA construction loan and need help finding land in eastern TN.

[@melodywagstaffrealtor]

I look forward to working with you. Thank you for reaching out!

[@Oldcarnut63]

What about drugs and crime ?? im looking to move to the area and im concerned about this.

[@melodywagstaffrealtor]

Hi Larry! Feel free to call me at 865.603.5908 or send me an email at [e-mail] as I'd love to talk with you more about this. :)

[@janhankins911]

I live in east Tennessee and don't have a iron in this fire, so to speak. I think you'll find that east Tennessee is very much like other places. There are places that are wonderful and safe and you don't really have to worry at all (assuming you are white and don't wear religious garb). Then there are other places where you really just don't want to walk through alone. I'm a woman and I was a runner for many years and ran through all sorts of places by myself with no problems whatsoever. There were other places I ran with one or two other people with no problems (but would have felt uncomfortable by myself--like more rural areas, but that a man would probably not have had an issue with). Then there were places I just wouldn't go at all (and neither would anyone else). Some areas are safe during daylight and earlier evening hours, but you see crimes go up during the "graveyard" hours. So I think "it depends" is the best answer. You can find very safe areas and then you can also find areas that aren't quite so safe.

[@Oldcarnut63]

@@melodywagstaffrealtor Hi I will call you in a week or so . Thank you for getting back to me .

[@kathyleicester7306]

@@janhankins911 When I used to run in rural SC I'd carry a pistol, regardless where I ran. Makes sense, don't you think? Honestly, a big City with lots of green space might be more to your liking. NYC and Central Park? Seattle? Though I can't recommend it, heroin and vagrancy are making the place a hellhole. But the communists love the same things you do, and are offended and outraged by the same things as you. You might feel more at home in a big City.

[@melodywagstaffrealtor]

@@Oldcarnut63 Looking forward to talking with you! :)

[@Savedcitytitan7118]

Where do you recommend living in east Tennessee for someone who works in hospitality. And would likely work in Gatlinburg or pigeon forge but would like to live away from the touristy areas

[@melodywagstaffrealtor]

Seymour is a great area that is partially in Sevier County and partially in Blount County. It is close to Sevierville where the hospitality is in full force, but away from the hustle and bustle of the town. Please reach out if you have any other questions. :)

[@genocanabicea5779]

Im in florida right now but wanting to start a homestead in east tenn. Here the state bird should be the mosquitoes.

[@melodywagstaffrealtor]

When you are ready to start a homestead, I'd love to help you. Reach out at anytime: [e-mail] :)

[@ericthomas513]

Um... You missed a Major Pro - NO INCOME TAX! ;-) and the Cons? Nothing you won't find everywhere else in the country. Other Pros? The FOOD... East TN Loves to Eat and it shows in the Vast Number and Variety of Great Eateries in the area, Festivals! There's always something going on mostly FREE to experience., The LOW Cost of Living makes for more opportunities for a Great Life, The Value of Education - East TN has some really great local Primary Schools and a growing number of exceptional Institutes of Higher Learning, a Low Crime Rate, and that Small Town Attitude with Big City Capabilities. ;-)

[@melodywagstaffrealtor]

Eric....you are absolutely right! I've got another video coming out soon that talks about some of the things you mentioned. I love that you are a cheerleader for East TN too! Go Vols!

[@HandcraftedintheFoothills]

crime is on the rise in Knox, Loudoun and Blount...too many people here now

[@justinlmc1]

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[@melodywagstaffrealtor]

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