Linda Lou Robinson's Blog

I need your feedback...Babyboomers (or 55 & up) looking to retire and wanting to buy a retirement home.

Linda Lou Robinson (A Team Real Estate Professionals) — Tue, 02 Feb 2010 16:12:11 -0800

Okay all you activerainers who are currently over 55 or in that retirement age and looking to buy in MY REGION.....

I came across this information and now I want your thoughts....Is that information accurate? As an Agent I would really like to know...Is this what my buyers are looking for in a RETIREMENT HOME? And what price range seems to be working the best for them in the current market? It's my job to stay updated and educated and only YOU can help me with that.

What older buyers want in homes

What kind of houses will be in demand among those 55 and older in 2010? According to a consumer survey conducted by the National Association of Home Builders, the most important design features that 55-plus buyers want in their homes center on the practical:

-Washers and dryers in their units
-Windows that open easily/insulated
-Garage-door openers
-Easy-to-use thermostats
-First-floor master bedrooms
-Private patios
-Porches
-Attached garages
-Bigger bathrooms /storage space

A lot of the more popular features in new homes these days don't appeal all that much to older buyers:
-Island work areas
-Separate showers
-Private toilet compartments
-Sun rooms
-Wood burning fireplaces
-Exercise rooms

·But a number of items that home buyers don't find to be of much interest are much more popular with older buyers:

-Bathroom aids such as grab bars
-Kitchen aids
-Light home-repair services
-Outdoor maintenance services
-An entrance without steps
-Accessible public transportation
-Wider doorways
-Nonslip flooring

Among technology features, older home buyers tend to act like younger buyers when it comes to the basics: Both groups have a preference for security systems, energy management, structured wiring and lighting controls. But older buyers had little use for Home theaters, distributed audio or home automation, more-expensive items that younger buyers do like.

I would greatly appreciate any feedback you may be willing to give me in this area. Please leave comment or email me at lindalrobinson@remax.net with your input, thoughts or suggestion or with any other articles you may like to see my blog about in the future in regards to interest in the Tri-Cities, TN area.

In Real Estate, I've learned...communicating is key, in being happy and successful in this business and life

Linda Lou Robinson (A Team Real Estate Professionals) — Tue, 26 Jan 2010 09:06:06 -0800

Happiness consists in giving and in serving others. Henry Drummond

There is no place like home when you have the beautiful mountains of East Tennessee AND the wonderful Lakefront areas that consist of great parks, plenty of hiking, fishing, and boating to enjoy by the whole family. If that is not enough for you...this area also gets to enjoy the BEAUTIFUL four seasons throughout the year.

(photos from downtown Kingsport area)

Throughout the Tri-cities region you can find high-quality education, diverse religion, great community life, top-rated hospitals and variety of entertainment for all ages.

I am full time professional Realtor who is dedicated to the client and is determined to always get you the "DREAM HOME." MY passion for the business motivates me to pay attention to all the details my clients need for an outstanding closing for themselves. My expertise follows me to the LAKE. MY title as a "Lake Property Specialist" fits me well, because I love the water...(I live on it...) I specializes in lake properties on Boone Lake, South Holston and Watauga lakes, and many more in the area.

(This is a photo of Boone Lake I came across from a current listing on the market...what a view)

I have great people skills and open communication which seems to attract both Buyers and Sellers. MY broad knowledge of the real estate industry allows me to have the most innovative tools at hand for my clients. Whether I am a selling agent or buyers agent, my marketing plan always becomes customized to fit the needs of the client in order to MAXIMIZE the exposure of that property to all potential buyers and sellers.

I belong to a fantastic Team of Realtors, RE/MAX Results and the Byrd Home Team... Because the real estate industry is becoming more sophisticated and challenging every day, you need a professional team that understands the industry and is positioned to stay ahead of the game. We are committed to you! We go the extra mile to help you achieve your goals. That's why we constantly research the market and property values for effective priceing from day to day. We also make sure the public knows your home is for sale by using innovative advertising and marketing techniques to attract potential buyers. RE/MAX really does bring GREAT RESULTS!

I understand the power and strength in providng a very professional business style. I feel providing the most updated and creative marketing plan is essential for MY clients, whether you are a first time home buyer or past cliental it is very important to me to use my best negotiating tools I have to offer.

Many people say My passion is seen everyday in my work (long hours). BUT...I try to always have a caring heart, a strong faith and a true dedication to my family, friends, clients and co-workers.

This is what life is all about.

GOOD MORNING, AFTERNOON OR EVENING DEPENDING ON WHERE YOU ARE... Please call me ANYTIME 423-817-2004, THERE ARE SOME BEAUTIFUL LAKE PROPERTIES CURRENTLY ON THE MARKETand with that tax deduction if you are considering this area to retire, have a second home or just wanting to UPSIZES now maybe the time to start looking.

Lake homes+retirement= Kingsport, TN and the Tri-Cities area...read on

Linda Lou Robinson (A Team Real Estate Professionals) — Sun, 10 Jan 2010 17:03:38 -0800

This was some great news shared by my friend Jeff Fleming on his blog and I wanted to share it with all my readers.

Sunday, January 10, 2010

Kingsport named a "must see" by Retirement Lifestyles magazine

From: Anne Alexander - I received a copy of Retirement Lifestyles magazine in the mail and noticed Kingsport is featured on their list of top destinations that offer quality retirement living. I thought you might find this of interest, so I have typed the Kingsport highlights below.For further information on Kingsport and our Skyland Falls community, please click on www.visitkingsport.com and www.skyland-falls.com

"Kingsport is nationally recognized for its extremely low cost of living, great recreational amenities, wonderful attractions and shopping opportunities, proud heritage and history, beautiful natural surroundings, seasonal climates, safe community, excellent school system, unparalleled medical facilities, superb city services, vibrant arts community, thriving business community, hospitable and unsurpassed quality of life."

Population: 44,435 (July 2007)
Estimated Median Household Income: $35,442 (2007)

Arts, Culture and Attractions:
Bays Mountain Park
Daniel Boone Wilderness Trail
Exchange Place
Netherland Inn
Warrior's Path State Park
Allandale Mansion
Gray Fossil Site
Bristol Motor Speedway
International Storytelling Center
Carter Family Fold

Educational Opportunies:
Northeast State Technical Community College
East Tennessee State University

Healthcare:
Holston Valley Medical Center
Indian Path Medical Center

Linda L Robinson, A Top Buyer's Agent & Lake Specialist with the local Tri-cities RE/MAX Results & a team member of The Byrd Home Team

NEW YEAR, NEW LOOK AND NEW FOCUS. COME AND SEE

Linda Lou Robinson (A Team Real Estate Professionals) — Mon, 04 Jan 2010 11:43:23 -0800

Happy New Year every one!!!!! I have updated several things and have a new look AND I think a new focus for 2010.

Come and Visit, me @ http://lindarobinson1.point2agent.com

or Visit me @ http://lindalrobinson.remax.com

Here you can take a look at ALL the RE/MAX RESULTS and the BYRD HOME TEAM'S listings by area.

As you will noticed you can take ANY VIRTUAL TOUR through our homes I have SPECIFICALLY FEATURED PROPERTIES ON MY HOME PAGE THAT ARE $250k and up.

PLEASE COME AN VISIT ME. I would love to have you.

My thoughts on the Thanksgiving Holidays and sharing some great activities for the family to enjoy

Linda Lou Robinson (A Team Real Estate Professionals) — Wed, 11 Nov 2009 12:44:38 -0800

Linda Lou's sharing her thoughts...

If your home is like most, your Thanksgiving day will be very busy, with either traveling to where you want to go or preparing your home to have others over for the day. Either way, that can be very hectic and emotionally trying, which doesn't lend itself to preparing your heart to be reflective and thankful....

This means all the more that if we want to be the kind of people who are characterized by thankfulness, then we should make sure that we focus on it at all times during the year, and not just on Thanksgiving Day.

I wish I could provide you some, answers for the day-to-day crisis our world is experiencing right now, but I can't, but what I can do is provide you with this thought....

Many years ago in 1620 the Pilgrims had FAITH IN GOD, this was their help in ages past, and their HOPE for many years to come. Hhhmmm. It work for them, so why not try it. FAITH brings strength and comfort and this is a great day to give THANKS t hat this gift comes to you at NO COST! .

My final thoughts... let's do Our best to be aware of the many great gifts that we have each and every day of the year. As we do so we will see our hearts soar and our minds will experience more and more at PEACE as we regularly remember and remain aware of our good fortune here in AMERICA.

May God Bless each and every household and their families on this day and everyday through out the year.

Happy Thanksgiving, Linda Lou

A few note WORTHLY CALENDAR EVENTS: THESE TWO LOCAL EVENTS ARE for the FAMILY to enjoy during THE HOLIDAYS.

Are you looking for lots of fun for the whole family....Skating and sliding will be the name of the game at Bristol Motor Speedway beginning Tuesday, Nov. 10 as both the Johnson Controls Ice Rink and the HVAC Chill Hill Tube Slide open for the season.

Visitors to BMS now can enjoy not only the beautiful and AMAZING LIGHTS, BUT two very different, but equally exciting, attractions with the opening of HVAC's Chill Hill. The 300-foot long snowless slide features two side-by-side lanes and inflated tubes, on which riders will sit to rocket to the bottom.

The Johnson Controls Ice Rink, the only rink within a 90-minute driving radius of BMS, has become one of the Speedway's most popular off-track events. In its eighth season, the rink draws more than 30,000 skaters each year.

For more information go to http://www.bristolmotorspeedway.com/index.html

ALL ABOARD He's Coming! Mark your calendar

Saturday, November 21, 2009

From Shelby, KY to Kingsport, TN

Final Stop will be in Kingsport @ 3:08 for the Kingsport Chamber Christmas Parade.

For more information visit the Kingsport Chamber www.KingsportChamber.org.

Find more on the Facebook fan page, The Santa Train and on Twitter @TheSantaTrain

THIS ONE SOLD........NEW LISTING: NEW QUALITY BUILT HOME BY FRED KETRON: 3BR/3BA:

Linda Lou Robinson (A Team Real Estate Professionals) — Sat, 26 Sep 2009 13:20:16 -0700

who said the housing market is dead....THIS ONE SOLD!

Use your $8000 tax credit on this NEW construction if you qualify! You'll appreciate the quality of this home, built by one of our area's top builders - Fred Ketron. A NEW CONSTRUCTION - PICK YOUR COLORS! and select your own tile design.

546 BROOKHAVEN KINGSPORT, TN PRICE $179,900

This home offers hardwood floors, extra crown moulding, split-bedroom floor plan, huge downstairs den (with window and closet, if a 4th bedroom is needed), three full baths, Bay windows, off-setting kitchen, laundry room, two car garage with openers, concrete driveway. Just off Stone Drive. Close to shopping centers.and a one-year builder's warranty. Taxes to be determined

NEW LISTING IN KINGSPORT AREA:110 SANDPIPER CIRCLE

Linda Lou Robinson (A Team Real Estate Professionals) — Fri, 11 Sep 2009 13:18:28 -0700

Address: 110 Sandpiper Circle Type:

Residential Style: contemporary Bedrooms: 4 "Master on Main floor" Bathrooms: 3

This immaculate, two level home, three full baths, four bedroom, beautiful landscapped home, will welcome you through its doors. The Pella windows, with blinds in between, allow beautiful views from throughout the house. The floors are tile, beautiful wood, and carpet. The kitchen has porcelain tile, all bathrooms are tiled. The kitchen is an eat in kitchen with all appliances and a pantry. Living room and dining room have beautiful fixtures and windows along the ceiling. Bedrooms and bathrooms are large. Den has stone fireplace, a bar, and beautiful view of the backyard. This home has been well taken care of and will impress the viewer.

Int Features:	Bar , Eat In Kitchen , Master BR on Main , Pantry , Security System , Walk In Closet(s) , Window Treatment-All
Ext Features:	Driveway-Asphalt , Landscaped , Outbuilding(s) , Storage Shed , Window-Dbl Pane
Appliances:	Built In Microwave , Dishwasher , Range-Electric , Refrigerator , Washer/Dryer Hookup

Style:	Contemporary , Split Foyer	Roof:	Asphalt Shingles
Flooring:	Carpet , Ceramic , Hardwood	Ext Finish:	Stone , Wood
Garage:	1 Car Drive Under , 2 Car Attached	Other Rms:	Foyer , Laundry Room
Fireplace:	Den/Study , Gas Logs , Stone	Lot Desc:	Level
Heating:	Electric , Fireplace , Heat Pump	Prch/Patio/Dk:	Back , Deck
A/C:	Central , Heat Pump	Water/Swr:	Sewer-Septic , Water-Public
Walls:	Drywall , Paneling	Attic:	Crawl Opening

lot size 114.31ft x 181.18ft Year Built: 1977 "above average" Taxes: $1,249.19

Off Topic: But a true REFLECTION

Linda Lou Robinson (A Team Real Estate Professionals) — Fri, 11 Sep 2009 11:37:33 -0700

This day that many people say "changed the the World or at least changed AMERICA" is A Day I personally have to always STEP BACK AND REFLECT on my life.

Here is an inspirational reflection from a great inspirational person. Hope you enjoy as much as I have.

On the edge.....

There will be moments when the only thing left is for you to question your existence. Life can be so damned hard for each of us.

There are always days when we get so lonely and depressed. When we cry. When the world has lost its colors. When the rest of the world is happy and you are not.

There will be times when we lose all reasons for living; and problems will seem so hard that we wish there was no such thing as tomorrow.

But then again, we should also know, that they are just another bitterness in life trying to twist the personage in each of us; and corrupt our perceptions about life.

When these times happen, do not succumb to the temptations of giving up. Yes, to live is to suffer and the only way to be happy is to suffer willingly.

Often, the worst of times yields the best lessons in life. We have to go on in life's extremes. We don't have to give up. As the famous poet, philosopher, and artist Kahlil Gibran said,

"When you are sorrowful, look again in your heart, and you shall see that, in truth, you are weeping for that which has been your delight."

--- Insights from Marcial Sarmiento (from the Philippines) 2004

I love this phrase from http://www.nyc-tower.com

Gone... BUT NOT FORGOTTEN

This is a beautiful image, but at what cost OR price did our loved ones have to pay???

Relax, Enjoy and Remember by saying "Thank You"...It's Great to be an American

Linda Lou Robinson (A Team Real Estate Professionals) — Mon, 07 Sep 2009 11:10:04 -0700

I was working late Sunday evening and my mind starting wondering ....does that often and I begin to think about the "AMERICAN WORKER"...Then I heard an update on the CALIFORNIA FIRE on my TV, which really got my mind thinking...And I did some searches about OUR first emergency responders whom I THINK (outside of our men and women in the military) HAVE THE TOUGHEST AMERICAN JOB OUT THERE.

I wish everyone a HAPPY LABOR DAY, if you are lucky to have the day off enjoy family and friends, because your time not working is precious to those around you who may not get many chances (due to your job) to enjoy your smile, laugh and love.

Please, don't waste it.

Another day to keep in mind and another group to remember is our Last Responders of 9-11-01
and their families.

PLEASE CHECK OUT THIS LINK THAT I CAME ACROSS, this young lady and many more did a GREAT JOB! SO I hope they don't mind me passing it on.

http://www.sleepingangel.com/proud.htm

I hope you ENJOY as much as I did.

Their Labor... cost them their lives that day, Trying to save many Americans that were working that day for a piece of that AMERICAN DREAM that they never really got the chance to enjoy.

If you you every want to bite into that American Dream in the Tri-cities, call me I would love to work with you in finding a piece of real estate.

Is your income dropped? Bills mounting up? And you are NOW looking at a foreclosure?

Linda Lou Robinson (A Team Real Estate Professionals) — Fri, 04 Sep 2009 12:19:09 -0700

You May Have A Better Way Out!

Your Tri City Real Estate Resource CAN HELP!

The Byrd Home Team offers unparalleled service to ALL clients in the Tri City TN real estate market. Your complete satisfaction with our service and representation is our number one priority.

There are countless hardships that can turn home ownership from a joy into a burden. The loss of a job, medical bills, or an unexpected hike in monthly payments can all make a mortgage unaffordable. But ignoring the bills will not make them go away, it will only make things worse.

If you need help, there are approaches that can help, but you may not be familiar with them. One of these is a "short sale."

In an approved short sale, the lender agrees to accept less than is owed for the property, and the homeowner is relieved of the debt. A lender may be willing to do this because it spares a lot of hassle and expense involved in executing a foreclosure. And typically, a short sale does far less damage to the homeowner's credit than a foreclosure does.

If you would like to explore the possibility of a short sale for your property, avoid foreclosure, and potentially save your credit rating, please CALL US. 423-817-2004. 423-247-8121

A qualified short sale agent will be in touch with helpful information.

Check us out @ http://www.thebyrdhometeam.com/ or my website http://lindarobinson1.point2agent.com

A FEEL OF HISTORY.."Charleston Style" with a modern twist

Linda Lou Robinson (A Team Real Estate Professionals) — Fri, 04 Sep 2009 04:48:09 -0700

Are looking for a "GREAT NEIGHBORHOOD, GREAT SCHOOL SYTEM" AND MOST OF ALL GREAT HOME.

This stately home is breathtaking, it will take back to the "Charleston style " home of white covered porches and balconies, but styish and modern home on the inside and from the back view.

Address: 4809 Preston Park Drive $699,900
Type: Residential Style: Southern Charleston Style Plantation Development Level: Built Bedrooms: 5 "large master BR/BA" Bathrooms: 5 "1 HALF" Garage: Double, Attached "1 car drive under" Basement: Yes, Full "outside entrance" Size: 6,674 sq. ft. Lot Type: Irregular Lot Size: 0 acres 115ft x 182.86ft Year Built: 1996 "new" Taxes: $5,838.27 (2008)

Description

Priced well under recent appraisal!!!! This one has it all and then some!

Preston Park! Imagine living in a beautiful stately home with 5 bedrooms, 5 1/2 baths and built to create it`s own tradition. The perfect home for entertaining. Music room, library, master sutie with private sitting room and office, 2 fireplaces, in-law or teen suite, extensive crown moulding, 2 utility rooms, city schools and convenient to walking trail on city greenbelt. A+ schools/PRIME location. COME AND LOOK INSIDE

http://lindarobinson1.point2agent.com

All my Virginia hometown lovers, here is a great Southern Style "w/ A Nantucket feel" home in Abingdon, VA

Linda Lou Robinson (A Team Real Estate Professionals) — Sun, 30 Aug 2009 09:38:12 -0700

SOUTHERN LIVING SPLENDOR at 15074 QUAIL RIDGE. This is a one-of-a-kind home featuring lush landscaping; mature trees and beautiful plants frame the home. The inviting wraparound covered porch affords wonderful views and the perfect place to enjoy nature. Wow guest with your very own Irish Pub that has walnut flooring, a tin-type ceiling and more. The downstairs den is so inviting and is the entrance to your secret English Garden. The home offers a media room with surround sound and a library reading area with built in book shelves. The calming meditation room will be a treasured space. The upstairs master suite has its own hidden office and access to a double deck. This master suite offers plenty of room to relax and rejuvenate. The spacious main level master suite has French doors leading to the private patio overlooking a lovely back lawn. Five bedrooms and 4.5 baths will make living in this home a dream.

for more information click this link
http://lindarobinson1.point2agent.com/Listing/ViewListingDetailsAuthenticated.aspx?preview=true&listingid=4403200

call me for a showing don't miss out on this awesome deal.

Luxury living just miles from BRISTOL MOTOR SPEEDWAY and the Nascar lifestyle

Linda Lou Robinson (A Team Real Estate Professionals) — Sat, 29 Aug 2009 23:00:15 -0700

Property Details

Listing Information

MLS: 273215
Bedrooms: 5
Baths: 5+
Sq Ft: 9234
Lot Size: 10 Acres
Garage: 5 Car+
Heat Source: Electric
Schools: Sullivan Central
Taxes: $5,757.65

More Information

Property Description

The Moore Estate - 10 highly secure acres and almost 10,000 square feet of luxury consisting of a Main Estate Home and pool guest home all on its private golf course. As you enter this palatial home you will be greeted by the best of the best. Upon entering the main floor the grand foyer sets the tone of this estate. The opulent formal living and dining areas, the informal gathering areas, the library to get away and a master bed/bath fit for royalty. Upstairs 4 more gracious bedrooms 2 full baths and large gathering room. Lower level features a private Movie/Media Room, tanning salon, sauna, workout, and an unbelievable rec room. Also full kitchen, bed, bath, living, and dining room. When you are ready to play go out to your private country club - golf course, regulation tennis court, indoor full court basketball gym or just lounge around the pool. Race fans how about your private go cart track and garage. Loads of storage room plus garages for 6 cars. Info on demand 1-800-224-2007, ID#2472

to view inside slide show go to our team link.

http://www.thebyrdhometeam.com/property/124-Cross-Community-Bristol-Tennessee

call me for more information

Luxury in the TRI.....take a look at this...

124 Cross Community, Bristol, Tennessee

The Moore Estate!

Come and experience why the Tri-Cities is so special! Kingsport a selective place to live

Linda Lou Robinson (A Team Real Estate Professionals) — Tue, 25 Aug 2009 10:12:26 -0700

Sperling's Best Places" has ranked the Tri-Cities area as the 77th Best Place to Live---NATIONWIDE

The Tri-Cities area is in the top 10 NATIONWIDE for second homes?

Come and experience why the Tri-Cities is so special! We are sure you will love it here.

Here is just a few reasons why (click on any link)

Bristol Rhythm & Roots Festival

Johnson City Blue Plum Festival

Appalachian District Fair, Gray, TN

The Down Home Picken Parlor, Johnson City, TN

National Storytelling Festival, Jonesborough, TN

Rhododendron Fesitval, Roan Mtn., TN

Heritage Days, Rogersville, TN

Historic Netherland Inn & Boatyard, Kpt., TN

Daniel Boone Wilderness Trail

Virginia Highlands Festival, Abingdon, VA

Virginia Creeper Trail

Barter Theater

Martha Washington Inn

Bele Chere Festival

Bloomin' Barbeque & Bluegrass

UT Football

Bristol Motor Speedway

Mountain Adventure Guides / USA Raft

Kingsport's Fun Fest

Welcome to RE/MAX® Results and the "MAX SERVICE TEAM". Your One source for all types of Real Estate in the Tri-Cities area of upper East Tennessee including Kingsport, Johnson City and Bristol, as well as all the surrounding areas. These include Gray, Blountville, Piney Flats, Bluff City, Jonesborough, Erwin, Elizabethton, Greeneville, Mt. Carmel, Church Hill, Rogersville and all points between.

In today's competitive real estate market, timing is everything. Many good homes are sold before they are ever advertised. Beat other homebuyers to the hottest new homes for sale in the Tri- Cities with my New Listings Notification/prospect system. I also have in place an Instant Buyer Notification/prospect System that will notify you via e-mail any new listing coming on the market that meets your individual search criteria within mere hours of being listed.

The Byrd Home Team also offers help with the sale of your property outside the Tri-cities area of Tennessee. We will utilize the Nation wider Referral network to put you in touch with the Top Real Estate Professionals in your area, as together we can get it Sold and help you attain your goals.

RE/MAX Results and The Byrd Home Team now can offer ASSISTANCE to "Distressed" Homeowners.

Linda Lou Robinson (A Team Real Estate Professionals) — Fri, 21 Aug 2009 08:57:57 -0700

Lynn Byrd of RE/MAX Results and The "BYRD" Home Team at 1567 N. Eastman Rd., Kingsport, who gladly serves all upper East Tennessee & Southwest Virginia has just earned the prestigious Certified Distressed Property Expert (CDPE) designation, having completed extensive training in foreclosure avoidance and short sales. This is invaluable expertise to offer at a time when the Tri-Cities Region (TN/VA) is feeling the impact of "distressed" homes in the foreclosure process.

Short Sales allow the cash-strapped seller to repay the mortgage at the price that the home sells for, even though it is lower than what is owed on the property. With plummeting property values, this can save many people from foreclosure and even bankruptcy. More and more leaders are willing to consider short sales because they are much less costly than foreclosures.

In the Tri-Cities Region (TN/VA), there are numerous homes currently in danger of facing foreclosure. It is happening in ALL price ranges. Local experts say that even high-priced homes & neighborhoods are not immune.

"This CPDE designation has been invaluable as I work with sellers and lenders on complicated short sales," said REALTOR® Lynn Byrd." It is so rewarding to be able to help sellers save their homes from foreclosure."

Alex Charfen, founder of the Distressed Property Institute in Boca Raton, Fla., said that REALTOR® such as Lynn Byrd with the CPDE designation have valuable training in short sales that can offer the homeowner much better alternatives to foreclosure, which virtually destroys the credit rating. These experts also may better understand market conditions and can help sellers through the emotional experience, he said.

"Our goal is educate as many people as possible so we can help as many homeowners as possible," Charfen

For any foreclosure or short sale needs please call REALTOR® Lynn Byrd 423-817-7655.

Call myself or THE BYRD TEAM if you need any assistance in the "foreclosure or short sale" OR any other area. We would love to help.

CONGRATULATIONS LYNN!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Sharing the NASCAR WEEK AT GLANCE

Linda Lou Robinson (A Team Real Estate Professionals) — Tue, 18 Aug 2009 10:33:14 -0700

AS A NATIVE EAST TENNESSEAN and long time REALTOR, you have to love to see RACE FANS COME TO TENNESSEE and enjoy all we have to offer and the beautiful mountains of East Tennessee.

HEY NASCARS FANS THOUGHT YOU MAY FIND THIS INFORMATION helpfully

Have a great week STAY COOL AND enjoy!!!!

off track events

Monday, August 20:
Ninth Annual Speedway Children's Charities Golf Tournament at Tri-Cities Golf Club

Tuesday, August 21:
USAR Hooters Food City 150 Pre-Race Rev-It-Up Party at Hooters in Johnson City, presented by WQUT Classic Rock FM 101.5, Old Spice, Food City, Hooters and BMS, Time TBA

Tuesday, August 21:
NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series practice for the O'Reilly 200, 1-5 p.m., Admission is free

Wednesday, August 22:
"Doubleheader Day" - NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series O'Reilly 200 and USAR Hooters Pro Cup Series Food City 150, Tickets are $30, Kids 12-and-under FREE, ,

Thursday, August 23:
NASCAR Busch Series practice for the Food City 250, 1-5 p.m., Admission is free

Thursday, August 23:

Food City Family Race Night, State Street, Downtown Bristol, 1-9 p.m.
Richard Petty Driving Experience Ride-Alongs to benefit Speedway Children's Charities, 6-9 p.m., Register online or call 1.800.BEPETTY
Eastman Motorsports Racing Memorabilia Auction to benefit Speedway Children's Charities, 6 p.m., Bruton Smith Building
Blue Lizard NASCAR Transporter Parade, 9 p.m., Hwy 11E (Volunteer Parkway), Starts at Bristol Mall and finishes at Bristol Motor Speedway, Fans may watch haulers park in infied by entering Gate 10 which opens at 9 p.m.

Friday, August 24

:
NASCAR Busch Series Food City 250 and qualifying for the sold-out NEXTEL Cup Series Sharpie 500, Ticket prices range from $45 to $72,

Saturday, August 25:
NASCAR NEXTEL Cup Series Sharpie 500 (SOLD-OUT) OFF-TRACK (Special) EVENTS

Saturday, August 25:
NASCAR Foundation/SCC Track Walk, 10 a.m., - Walk around the famous (and newly resurfaced) Bristol Motor Speedway for charity. Register now online now or register on race weekend at the SCC booth.

Sunday, August 26:
Richard Petty Driving Experience Ride-Alongs to benefit Speedway Children's Charities, 6-9 p.m., Register online or call 1.800.BEPETTY

Speedway Children's Charities (SCC) Activities (for more information on all SCC events call Barbara Kaiser at 423.989.6975 or send her an e-mail.

A to Z - August Race Week all you need to know

Camping:
View our camping page
Shuttles from Blue Ox Campground Food City Supermarket
Wednesday, August 22: 11 am - 4 pm
Thursday, August 23: 11 am - 7 pm
Friday, August 24: 8 am - 1 pm
Saturday, August 25 8 am - 1 pm

For More information/full schedules and BUY TICKETS go to: http://www.bristolmotorspeedway.com
GoTriCities.com

AGENTS benefit from local program:RE/MAX RESULTS Listings Awards Program

Linda Lou Robinson (A Team Real Estate Professionals) — Tue, 18 Aug 2009 10:01:10 -0700

See the First WINNERS to the RE/MAX RESULTS Listings Awards Program

This year the RE/MAX Results and the "BYRD HOME TEAM" brought to the Tri-Cities the 10k Listings Benefits for Realtors

The program works like this:

Any TN/VA LICENSED Real Estate Agent who sells at least one 10k participating listing is eligible to win. The more 10k listings and agent sells, the better their odds of taking home the $10,000 award.

Who were the first "winners" yes more than one, so They decided to split the money...take a look. oh by the way.... I WAS ONE OF THEM!

Linda Robinson, Greg Dawson, Eleanor Aulds

The program has just started again come and take part....you never know when you may get LUCKY. (like I did)

For more information and the COMPLETE RULES CALL 247-8121.

Good news for Kingsport, TN and its focus on Higher Education for the area

Linda Lou Robinson (A Team Real Estate Professionals) — Wed, 05 Aug 2009 16:47:41 -0700

News I wanted to share with follow activerainers

Kingsport receives 2009 Rebuild Tennessee Award

Kingsport Higher Education Center has been workinghard, the City of Kingsport received the 2009 REBUILD TENNESSEE AWARD from the Tennessee Development District Association and the First Tennessee Development District.

What is REBUILD TENNESSEE? It is the result of the Public Infrastructure Needs Inventory Act. What is that....

This is a program that is administered by the Tennessee Development District Assocation and TACIR (Tennessee Advisory Commission on Intergovernmental Relations).

As a Realtor this is great news for this day in time and I wanted to share it with you.

HAPPY MOTHER'S DAY TO ALL: GOD BLESS ALL YOU DO!

Linda Lou Robinson (A Team Real Estate Professionals) — Sat, 25 Apr 2009 15:37:31 -0700

To All The Mothers...TO ALL YOU MOTHER'S: I HOPE YOU ENJOY!

   This is for all the mothers who froze their buns off on metal bleachers at football games Friday night instead of watching from cars, so that when their kids asked, "Did you see me?" they could say, "Of course, I wouldn't have missed it for the world," and mean it.

This is for all the mothers who have sat up all night with sick toddlers in their arms, wiping up barf laced with Oscar Mayer wieners and cherry Kool-Aid saying, "It's OK honey, Mommy's here."
    This is for all the mothers of Kosovo who fled in the night and can't find their children.
    This is for the mothers who gave birth to babies they'll never see. And the mothers who took those babies and made them homes.
    For all the mothers of the victims of the Colorado shooting, and the mothers of the murderers. For the mothers of the survivors, and the mothers who sat in front of their TV's in horror, hugging their child who just came home from school, safely.
    For all the mothers who run carpools and make cookies and sew Halloween costumes. And all the mothers who DON'T.


What makes a good Mother anyway? Is it patience? Compassion? Broad hips? The ability to nurse a baby, cook dinner, and sew a button on a shirt, all at the same time? Or is it heart? Is it the ache you feel when you watch your son or daughter disappear down the street, walking to School alone for the very first time? The jolt that takes you from sleep to dread, from bed to crib at 2 A.M. to put your hand on the back of a sleeping baby?
    The need to flee from wherever you are and hug your child when you hear news of a school shooting, a fire, a car accident, a baby dying?
    This is for all the mothers that sat down with their children and explained all about making babies. And for all the mothers who wanted to but just couldn't.
    This is for reading "Goodnight, Moon" twice a night for a year. And then reading it again. "Just one more time."
    This is for all the mothers who mess up. Who yell at their kids in the grocery store and swat them in despair and stomp their feet like a tired two-year old who wants ice cream before dinner.
    This is for all the mothers who taught their daughters to tie their shoelaces before they started school. And for all the mothers who opted for Velcro instead.


    For all the mothers who bite their lips -- sometimes until they bleed -- when their 14-year-olds dye their hair green. Who lock themselves in the bathroom when babies keep crying and won't stop.
    This is for all the mothers who show up at work with spit-up in their hair and milk stains on their blouses and diapers in their purse. This is for all the mothers who teach their sons to cook and their daughters to sink a jump shot.
    This is for all mothers whose heads turn automatically when a little voice calls "Mom?" in a crowd, even though they know their own offspring are at home.
    This is for mothers who put pinwheels and teddy bears on their children's graves.
    This is for mothers whose children have gone astray, who can't find the words to reach them.
    This is for all the mothers who sent their sons to school with stomachaches, assuring them they'd be just FINE once they got there, only to get calls from the school nurse and hour later asking them to please pick them up. Right away.
    This is for young mothers stumbling through diaper changes and sleep deprivation. And mature mothers learning to let go. For working mothers and stay-at-home mothers. Single mothers and married mothers. Mothers with money, mothers without. This is for you all. So hang in there.


Please pass along to all the moms in your life.

"Home" is what catches you when we fall - and we all fall. PLEASE PASS THIS TO A WONDERFUL MOTHER YOU KNOW.

Author Unknown / AND FROM A REALTOR WHO CARES LINDAL ROBINSON

Mark calendar: APRIL 18 & 19TH" OPEN HOUSE" (2-4PM) Rosedale Community/ Sterling Lane - Kingsport

Linda Lou Robinson (A Team Real Estate Professionals) — Wed, 15 Apr 2009 14:09:29 -0700

Hey Activerainers, agents and home buyers, OPEN HOUSE WEEKEND 2-4 BEAUTIFUL Rosedale homes. Here are 2 of 4 BEAUTIFUL homes to be seen. I promise you will love them they are all different and unique to themselves. the school community is great and the security of the neighborhood is good as well. Come and check it out

$229,900

Rose Construction in Rosedale Community

4695 Sterling Lane

Kingsport, Tennessee

front view

entrance living room

fireplace in living room

IT'S THE LIFESTYLE - Welcome to Rosedale, one of Kingsport's newest communities, a country setting inside the city. New Butch Rose signature homes now available. The option of additional lots and floor plans also available. Rosedale has all city amenities including lighted street post. The schools are Jefferson, Robinson and Dobyns Bennett. The home at 4695 Sterling Lane has an open floor plan, a Bay windowed breakfast area, powder room and spacious separate laundry room located just off the kitchen, unbelievable nice crown molding, hardwood floors, Andersen easy tilt windows, Kraft Maid cabinets and Architectural shingles. The full basement also includes under main garage area. All bedrooms on the same floor is perfect for families with children. The fourth bedroom (bonus room) could be used as home theater, game room or 2nd family room. The deck measures 21 x 10 and is perfect for outdoor grilling. The wrap around covered front porch entry is surrounded with classy iron railing. The iron railing is repeated inside the home. The fireplace has gas logs and a black marble hearth with white mantel molded surround. The signature rounded corners make all the difference in the beauty of the interior walls. Stainless appliances compliment the neutral colors throughout the home. Having both lower and main level concrete driveways adds convenience. This Rose Construction Home stands for quality, style with the look and amenities of the future

Listing Agent

lindarobinson1.point2agent.com

Type:	Single Family Home
Status:	For Sale
Street Address:	4695 Sterling Lane
City:	Kingsport
State/Province:	Tennessee
Postal Code:	37664
County:	Sullivan County
Country:	US
Number of Bedrooms:	3
Number of Bathrooms:	2.5
Number of Floors:	2
Garage:	3 Car
Year Built:	2007
Square Feet:	3237 Sq Ft
Lot Size:	94.63 X 108 0 Acres
Property Tax:	Not Posted

front view w/ driveway

NEW RANCH & ALL BRICK TOO! - "Seller offering $3000 Builder Rebate at closing. May be used for closing costs, etc." Welcome to Rosedale, one of Kingsport's newest communities, a country setting inside the city. New Butch Rose signature homes now available. You have the option of additional lots and floor plans also available. Rosedale has all city amenities including lighted street post. The schools are Jefferson, Robinson and Dobyns Bennett. The brick ranch home at 4704 Sterling Lane has a private bonus room upstairs that adds so much livability. Main level you find an open light and airy floor plan, a great room and dining room, a pretty breakfast area, powder room, a very spacious laundry room with computer desk work area, 2.5 baths and 3 bedrooms all on one level, unbelievable nice crown molding, hardwood floors, Tank less gas water heater, Tiled showers, Beautiful Concrete countertops and tile back splash, Andersen easy tilt windows, Kraft Maid cabinets and Architectural shingles. Enjoy the convenience of a large main level garage and concrete driveway. The wonderful master suite just perfect. The back patio deck with Trex flooring is great for outdoor enjoyment. The front porch entry welcomes guest The fireplace has gas logs and a marble hearth with white mantel molded surround. The signature rounded corners make all the difference in the beauty of the interior walls. Stainless and black appliances compliment the neutral colors throughout the home. Having both lower and main level concrete driveways adds convenience. This Rose Construction Home stands for quality, style with the look and amenities of the future. Taxes are for land only and will be assessed for home after closing.

$209,900

Rose Construction in Rosedale Community

Kingsport, Tennessee

front view

great room with fireplace

Welcome to Rosedale, one of Kingsport's newest communities, a country setting inside the city.Rosedale has all city amenities including lighted street post. The schools are Jefferson, Robinson and Dobyns Bennett.4700 Sterling Lane is a beautiful split foyer with lots of spacious rooms that have hardwood throughout the main floor. The dining room carries a formal and elegant feel that includes crown molding and trey ceiling. You can find carpet in the bedrooms and ceramic in the bathrooms. The great room has high ceilings and a gas log fireplace insert, This room is open to the kitchen and bedrooms right on the main floor. It has a two car garage.

Listing Agent

Linda Robinson
View Details 423-817-2004
423-247-8121

lindalrobinson@remax.net
RE/MAX RESULTS

lindarobinson1.point2agent.com

Type:	Single Family Home
Status:	For Sale
Street Address:	4700 Sterling Lane
City:	Kingsport
State/Province:	Tennessee
Postal Code:	37664
County:	Sullivan
Country:	US
Number of Bedrooms:	3
Number of Bathrooms:	2
Number of Floors:	2
Garage:	2 Car
Year Built:	2007
Square Feet:	3552 Sq Ft
Lot Size:	93.51 x 121.75 Acres
Property Tax:	Not Posted

Listing Agent

Linda Robinson
View Details 423-817-2004
423-247-8121

lindalrobinson@remax.net
RE/MAX RESULTS

lindarobinson1.point2agent.com

Type:	Single Family Home
Status:	For Sale
Street Address:	4704 Rosedale
City:	Kingsport
State/Province:	Tennessee
Postal Code:	37664
County:	Sullivan
Country:	US
Number of Bedrooms:	3
Number of Bathrooms:	2.5
Number of Floors:	1
Garage:	2 Car
Year Built:	2008
Square Feet:	2618 Sq Ft
Lot Size:	91.61 x 106.06 0 Acres
Property Tax:	Not Posted

PLEASE NOTE CERTAIN HOMES UPON ON EACH DAY CALL TO FIND OUT. thank you Linda lou

New LISTING: Tri-Cities area: 312 Courtney Drive Blountville (near Kingsport):1.3 acres of Country Charm with City Conveniences

Linda Lou Robinson (A Team Real Estate Professionals) — Mon, 30 Mar 2009 17:53:07 -0700

$250,000

1.3 acres of Country Charm with City Conveniences

Blountville, Tennessee

Front view

This wonderful Cape Cod with 4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, master on the main level, inviting breakfast area with stone fireplace, two heat pumps, pretty hardwood flooring, double attached main level garage plus detached great workshop. The pet and kid friendly fenced back yard is shaded with mature trees. The large front lawn is a 3 lot corner *******

Listing Agent

Linda Robinson
View Details 423-817-2004
423-247-8121

lindalrobinson@remax.net
RE/MAX RESULTS

lindarobinson1.point2agent.com

Type:	Single Family Home
Status:	For Sale
Street Address:	312 Courtney Drive
City:	Blountville
State/Province:	Tennessee
Postal Code:	37617
County:	Sullivan
Country:	US
Number of Bedrooms:	4
Number of Bathrooms:	2.5
Number of Floors:	2
Garage:	2 Car
Year Built:	1987
Square Feet:	2663 (792 garage) Sq Ft
Lot Size:	1.3 Acres
Property Tax:	$1267.54

Inviting all my fellow Real Estate friends and anyone else that wants to learn... YOU ARE INVITED!

Linda Lou Robinson (A Team Real Estate Professionals) — Sat, 28 Mar 2009 21:48:33 -0700

TOWN HALL FOR HOPE EVENT

Whether you are a DAVE RAMSEY FAN OR NOT THIS IS A OPPORTUNITY TO LEARN how to stand on your own, not the Government!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! AND ACTUALLY MAY WALK AWAY HEARING SOMETHING WORTH something.

HERE IS THE PROMOTION FROM the DAVE RAMSEY crew!!!!

MARK YOUR CALENDAR APRIL 23RD 8PM

We've got some big news for you. Dave is leading a free, nationwide town hall meeting called Town Hall for Hope.

What is Town Hall for Hope?

It's a free, nationwide town hall meeting where Dave will share a truly radical message of HOPE.

Dave will offer straight talk about the economy, recession, foreclosures and more. He'll carefully explain how we got here, where we are now, and what we should be doing with our money during this time. Then, Dave will spend an hour answering questions from viewers across the nation live!

Dave will take questions by phone, email, Twitter, Facebook, YouTube and more!

Benefits for you

Town Hall for Hope can be an excellent relationship-building opportunity for you and your key clients. Tell your clients and:

Give them another resource to get solid advice on their money

Use this event as an excellent opportunity to advance your relationship
Provide them with another source that assures them everything will be ok

Trust us; you don't want to miss this opportunity to align your business with this historic event!

Where and When?

While Dave will lead Town Hall for Hope from LifeChurch.tv in Oklahoma City, the event will be broadcast live to thousands of venues across the country. These venues include local churches and businesses, so you can watch and send questions to Dave no matter where you live.

Town Hall for Hope will begin its live broadcast on April 23 at 8:00 p.m. EDT and will last 90 minutes. This event is free to everyone. Be sure to mark your calendars.

Want more information?

To find out more or learn how you can get involved in this nation-changing event, go to townhallforhope.com.

GREAT NEWS FOR THE AREA OF KINGSPORT-BRISTOL, TENNESSEE & WHY YOU SHOLD LIVE HERE

Linda Lou Robinson (A Team Real Estate Professionals) — Sun, 01 Mar 2009 19:58:00 -0800

SIGNS OF STRENGTH IN THE HOUSING MARKET here in EAST TENNESSEE

Just another reason to come and live in Tri-Cities Area.

Kingsport-Bristol named 2nd highest appreciation for House Price Index in Nation

Below is the link to the FULL REPORT. check it out

Record Home Price Declines in Fourth Quarter; Isolated Pockets of Strength

Offering a dynamic combination of pristine beauty and cutting-edge technology, the city of Kingsport is a beacon of hospitality in an increasingly impersonal world. Here, our business resources are as plentiful as the forested mountains that surround us, and our educational opportunities are as accessible as your next-door-neighbor.

With a radiant smile, we welcome you to our fair city - a brilliant place to live, work and retire. PLEASE VISIT MY GREAT CITY

http://www.movetokingsport.com/

Featured Links from our great Kingsport chamber website

211-- Social Services Hotline

Making care to its citizens top priority, Kingsport's community services are available to you by simply dialing 211. You'll quickly be connected to Contact-Concern [sponsored by United Way], where you can either find help or give help to those in need.

Air Service

The Tri Cities Regional Airport offers convenient local access to worldwide destinations. Just miles from Kingsport's downtown, you'll be on your way in no time.

City of Kingsport

Kingsport's homepage offers a closer look at "Tennessee's Bright Spot."

Climate

Temperatures here in Kingsport are delightfully mild year-round [averaging 66 degrees Fahrenheit], and our temperate climate affords a spectacular display of all four seasons.

Colleges & Universities

"Tennessee's Bright Spot" is proof that you don't have to wander far from home to earn a high-quality education you can be proud of. Our higher-learning institutions offer specialized, respected training for a wealth of careers.

Cost-Of-Living

Kingsport features one of the most affordable costs-of-living in the nation, allowing you more spending power for your hard-earned dollar. In Kingsport proper, for example, residents pay no income, personal property, or vehicle taxes.

Kingsport Chamber of Commerce

Learn how "The Port of Kings" gives its businesses the "Royal Treatment."

Name

Kingsport is, quite notably, the only city with this name in the entire United States...

Newspapers

Our residents are always "in the know," thanks to these reliable and respected local news sources.

Population

Kingsport is located within a retail and restaurant service area of 1.1 million people.

Region

Kingsport is the crown jewel of an area locally known as the "Mountain Empire." Located in the northeast corner of Tennessee, we're surrounded by prominent mountains and diverse waterways.

Utilities

When you've decided to make our bright city your new address, these utility providers will arrange all the necessities to provide for the comforts of home.

Visit Kingsport

The Kingsport Convention and Visitors Bureau's web site is a great place to explore what's happening in our bright city.

I invite all of you to check THESE LINKS OUT

LINDA'S NEW LISTING WITH LAND (4.4 acres) in KINGSPORT AREA/ROCK SPRINGS...MSUT SEE

Linda Lou Robinson (A Team Real Estate Professionals) — Fri, 20 Feb 2009 09:55:19 -0800

Check it out guys great area, with alot to offer newly updated and near the City... What more could you ask for.

Tell me what you think about my new property

169,900

Cottage Home w/ 4.4 acres near the City

Kingsport, Tennessee

Front View

Great Cottage home near the city "Best of Both Worlds", Updated home on 4.4 acres with room for horses & farm animals. This property has something for everyone. Barn for horses, above ground pool, playground, woodworking shop, enclosed hot tub and lots of room for horses, 4 wheelers and a garden. Master bath has whirlpool tub, corner shower and entrance to hot tub. Nice picnic area and firepit for evenings by the fire

Type:	Single Family Home
Status:	For Sale
Street Address:	175 Pond Springs Rd.
City:	Kingsport
State/Province:	Tennessee
Postal Code:	37664
County:	Sullivan
Country:	US
Number of Bedrooms:	3
Number of Bathrooms:	2
Number of Floors:	1
Garage:	2 Car
Year Built:	1935
Square Feet:	1289 Sq Ft
Lot Size:	4.4 Acres
Property Tax:	$512.96

You are invited to a FREE HOME BUYER'S SEMINAR in Kingsport, TN

Linda Lou Robinson (A Team Real Estate Professionals) — Fri, 13 Feb 2009 13:30:11 -0800

Hey everyone if your are interested in getting educated about BUYING YOUR FIRST HOME and live in or within driving distance of Kingsport, TN, YOU ARE PERSONALLY INVITED TO OUR SEMINAR. SEE BELOW FOR INFORMATION.

Want to save $$$

FREE HOME BUYER'S SEMINAR

Thinking of buying a home?

A community service Event provided by

The Byrd Home Team, RE/MAX Results

TEN Easy steps to Buying a Home plus you will receive a HOMEBUYER notebook.

When: Every 2nd Saturday Starting with this MONTH February and will continue thru May

March 14^th, April 11^th, and May 9^th

WHERE: RE/MAX Results 1567 Eastman Rd. Suite#14, Kingsport, TN

Informative and Interesting- Everything you need to know about buying a home.

This seminar could save you Thousands of Dollars and could make owning your Dream Home a Reality.

To pre-register Call the Team Direct at Buyers Hotline 423-247-2277 or call toll free (no agent, just information) 1-800-224-2007, ID #2902

Seating is limited so call today reserve a seat at the Seminar

OR visit www.ByrdHomeTeam.com and click on BUYERS FREE SEMINAR

On SITE FOR THE SEMINAR:

Realtors: BYRD HOME TEAM: 247-8121

or Linda Robinson 247-8004

Mortgage Loan Officer: Prospect Mortgage Mark Wells and Julie Mitchell

Closing Company: Lender's Title & Escrow, Amanda Stines

Tax Service: Appalachia Accounting & Tax, Ralph Barkley

**AGENTS if you have buyers whom you know have recently moved to this area and are still looking this is a GREAT opportunity to get EDUCATED about the "buying options of today" Call us or me for more info... **