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A sunlit brick home with a covered entry, gently sloping lawn, and mature oak.

The Oak Ridge Library Finally Has Coffee. Just Not on Sundays.

10/29/26

Cream clapboard cottage porch with an olive door, paired sash windows, brick steps and autumn oakleaf hydrangea.

Magnolia Avenue's Theater Season Is Playing on Boyds Bridge Pike

10/22/26

What Knoxville Buyers Are Looking For Right Now

Foster Boline Group
10/20/26

The Features, Neighborhoods, and Offer Terms That Matter Most.

Buying Before You Sell in Knoxville: Bridge Loans and Contingency Options

Foster Boline Group
10/20/26

All About Equity Lines, Sale Contingencies, and Rent-Backs.

Moving to Knoxville from Florida: What Actually Changes

Foster Boline Group
10/15/26

On Taxes, Insurance, Climate, and Home Features.

Knoxville New Construction Contracts: What to Read Before You Sign

Foster Boline Group
10/15/26

Key Terms, Warranties, Deposits, and Timelines to Review.

Which Knoxville Home Improvements Actually Return Their Cost?

Foster Boline Group
10/15/26

Where Curb Appeal, Kitchens, and Systems Rank.

Renting vs. Buying in Knoxville: Running the Numbers

Foster Boline Group
10/15/26

In Knoxville, the decision to rent or buy often comes down to timing, financing, and how much flexibility you value.

What Knoxville Sellers Should Fix Before Listing (and What to Skip)

Foster Boline Group
10/15/26

A Practical Guide on Everything From Curb Appeal to Systems.

Late-afternoon light on a weathered brick home's olive door, sash windows and limestone entrance steps beside a redbud tree.

Emory Place Used to Wind Down at Five. Now That's When the Block Fills Up.

10/15/26

Cream clapboard bungalow with a brick foundation, covered porch, concrete front walk and a flowering dogwood beginning its autumn color.

The SoKno Art Walk Ends in Island Home. So Far, the Art Is at Kern's.

10/8/26

High-voltage transmission tower and power lines silhouetted against a blue and pink dusk sky.

The Cost of Living in Knoxville: What to Budget Beyond the Mortgage

Foster Boline Group
10/6/26

The Expenses Newcomers to Knoxville Should Anticipate.

Snow-covered homes and landscaped grounds seen from above, with a road and rows of trees.

West Knox Housing Market Update: Farragut, Hardin Valley, and Bearden

Foster Boline Group
10/6/26

How These West Knoxville Markets Compare in 2026.

Cars travel along a curving highway beneath pink and purple dusk clouds.

Commuting in Knoxville: Where to Live Based on Where You Work

Foster Boline Group
10/6/26

A Practical Guide to Commute-Friendly Neighborhoods.

A construction worker secures the timber framing of a house under a bright blue sky.

Building Custom vs. Buying a Spec Home in Knoxville

Foster Boline Group
10/6/26

The Most Relevant Questions to Weigh Before Breaking Ground.

A mature white oak shades a broad lawn and concrete walk, with a brick-and-siding house across the road.

Plein Air Smokies’ Closing Morning in Sequoyah Hills

10/1/26

Sage-green Craftsman bungalow with a wraparound porch, glowing windows, and a willow oak at dusk.

The New Bistro on Broadway Is Already Part of Fourth & Gill

09/24/26

Tax forms and IRS publication beside a smartphone calculator, pen, sticky note, and coffee.

Tennessee Has No State Income Tax: What It Means for Relocating Buyers

Foster Boline Group
09/17/26

Trade-Offs, Strategies, and Advantages of No State Income Tax.

Living room with gray sectional sofas, exposed ceiling beams, and a lit wood-burning stove.

How Long Does It Take to Sell a Home in Knoxville?

Foster Boline Group
09/17/26

Decoding the Days on the Market Metric for Knoxville Sellers.

A house among colorful autumn trees beside the water, seen from above.

The Knoxville Housing Market: Fall 2026 Update for Buyers and Sellers

Foster Boline Group
09/17/26

The Big Picture and Trends to Monitor in Knoxville This Fall.

Two-story brick house framed by mature trees, with clipped hedges and a formal front garden.

Moving to East Tennessee: A Regional Guide to Knoxville and the Surrounding Counties

Foster Boline Group
09/17/26

Here’s How We Advise Clients Moving to This Area.

Porch corner with a turned column on a brick pier, divided-lite window, carved bracket, and pale beadboard ceiling.

In Parkridge, Two Almost-Identical Houses Can Follow Completely Different Renovation Rules

09/17/26

Stucco entry with an arched walnut door, stone steps, clipped hedges, and a covered portico.

West Knoxville Isn't One Housing Market. It's Five, Wearing the Same Name.

09/10/26

Stone-and-stucco Tudor home with steep gable, arched entry, curving bluestone walk, and oak-shadowed lawn.

Holston River Park Just Got $400,000. It's Going Somewhere You've Never Walked.

09/3/26

Covered brick-and-siding patio overlooks a striped lawn, with hardwood trees closing the background.

Farragut Has Two McFee Park Projects in Motion, and They're Not the Same Project

08/27/26

Three-story red-brick storefront building with a black fire escape, green awning, Juliet balcony, and glowing windows at dusk.

Market Square Can Serve Drinks Outside Now. Gay Street Is Where Downtown Actually Changed.

08/27/26

New suburban home with a two-car garage, stone-and-siding facade, and young landscaping.

Powell Got Two Kinds Of New This Year, And Only One Changes How You Live

08/13/26

Stone-and-brick home with a covered veranda overlooking a still pond beneath a hardwood canopy.

Avalon's Two Lakes: What You See From The Patio And What You Can Actually Put A Boat On

08/13/26

Brick cottage corner beside a limestone garden wall and bluestone path, opening onto a shaded woodland edge.

Late Summer In Lake Forest: The Trailhead, The Nature Center, And One Good Saturday

08/6/26

Rear terrace with bluestone steps descending to a lawn, bordered by limestone and leafy trees.

Late Summer in Oak Ridge: What Jackson Square Is Actually Doing in August

07/23/26

Cream porch column and brick steps frame a herringbone walk beneath a leafy canopy.

An Island Home Summer: The Trailhead You Already Own

07/16/26

Brick entry with arched limestone doorway, walnut door, and curved bluestone path beneath trees.

Sequoyah Hills Riverfront vs Interior Streets: How To Choose

07/9/26

Creamy-white bungalow with a brick walkway, columned porch, divided-light windows, and leafy foundation gardens.

Living In Parkridge Knoxville: Commutes, Parks And Local Flavor

07/2/26

Cream clapboard house with turned porch columns, oak door, limestone steps, and a brick path through leafy garden beds.

How To Win A Historic Home In Fourth & Gill

06/25/26

Midcentury brick ranch with a breeze-block entry screen, open carport, and broad front lawn.

Finding Mid‑Century Ranch Homes In West Knoxville

06/18/26

White oak front door with frosted glass, set in brick above a limestone stoop and leafy planting bed.

Renovating A Holston Hills Home While Honoring Its Character

06/11/26

Glass double doors in a red-brown brick facade, flanked by charcoal planters with clipped holly and trailing ivy.

Investing In Downtown Knoxville Condos For Rental Income

06/4/26

Limestone fireplace with oak mantel anchors a living room with beige sofa, travertine coffee table, and tall windows.

Farragut Home Values: Reading The Market Before You Sell

05/28/26

Loft living room with an exposed red brick wall, tall steel-framed window, and fiddle-leaf fig.

Art, Coffee And Historic Charm In Emory Place

05/21/26

Covered patio overlooking a compact landscaped lawn and a mature specimen tree.

Powell Neighborhoods: Established Streets vs New Communities

05/14/26

Suburban house with mixed brick and siding beneath mature trees in warm evening light.

Relocating To Oak Ridge: Neighborhoods, Homes And Lifestyle

05/7/26

Urban loft interior with exposed brick walls, steel windows, and a quartz kitchen island.

Choosing A Downtown Knoxville Condo Building

04/23/26

Open-plan kitchen and great room with a limestone fireplace, large glass sliders, and manicured turf beyond.

Avalon Golf Community Buyer’s Guide To Homes And Lifestyle

04/16/26

Historic hallway with a staircase, restored woodwork, patched plaster, and an updated wall sconce.

Fourth And Gill Homes: Renovation Realities And Rewards

04/9/26

Historic clapboard porch with brick piers, steps, hydrangeas, and a dogwood beneath an oak canopy.

Buying A Historic Home In Parkridge Knoxville

04/2/26

Limestone terrace overlooks a manicured fairway beyond a brick sunroom.

Holston Hills Living: Golf Course Homes And History

03/26/26

Historic brick condo facade with a recessed entry, steel-framed windows, and urban plants.

Urban Living In Emory Place Near Downtown Knoxville

03/24/26

Mid-century brick ranch house with a deep lawn, mature oak, and dogwood framing its updated entry.

Oak Ridge Real Estate: How This Market Differs From Knoxville

03/12/26

New home with a brick-and-siding porch, arched entry, driveway, and foundation plants.

New Construction In Powell: Belltown And Beyond

03/5/26

Historic living room with a fireplace and built-ins lit by window light.

Selling A Home In Sequoyah Hills: What To Expect

02/26/26

Suburban street lined with mixed-age brick and stone homes beneath leafy tree canopies.

Farragut vs Hardin Valley vs West Knoxville Homes

02/19/26

Red-brick Victorian house beside a tree-lined path and stone wall overlooking a lake.

Is Island Home Right For You In South Knoxville

02/12/26

Stone lakeside house and curved reflecting pool beside a dock, with wooded hills across the water.

Living In Lake Forest, Knoxville: Everyday Life And Homes

02/5/26

Modern apartment with a sunlit kitchen island, potted tree, and balcony overlooking a city with a spherical observation tower.

Condo HOA Fees In Downtown Knoxville Explained

01/22/26

Stone house with a tall brick chimney, dark slate roof, and green lawn overlooking wooded hills.

Tennessee Property Disclosure: What Sellers Must Share

SHANNON FOSTER-BOLINE
01/15/26

Large brick mansion with columns and dark roofs beside a curved driveway at sunset.

Tennessee Closing Costs For Knoxville Buyers

01/1/26

Golf green with a flag beside a stone clubhouse, water features, and distant hills at sunset.

Avalon vs. WindRiver: Choosing A Lenoir City Golf Community

12/25/25

Modern white house with a glass-walled dining room, stone patio, and mature trees.

How Home Appraisals Work In The Knoxville Market

12/18/25

Red-brick townhouse with ornate stone doorway, columned porch, clipped hedges, and a river beyond.

How To Buy And Sell At The Same Time In Sequoyah Hills

12/11/25

White-columned porch with railings and steps on a red-brick house, backed by wooded hills.

What ‘As‑Is’ Means In Tennessee Home Sales

12/4/25

Open-plan loft living room with brick walls, a marble island, and city views through tall windows.

Condos vs. Lofts In Downtown Knoxville: Which Fits You?

11/27/25

Stone estate with a gated driveway, manicured gardens, and mountains beyond at sunset.

Knoxville-Area Property Taxes: Knox vs. Blount vs. Loudon

11/21/25

Ornate red-brick Victorian house with a carved wooden porch, iron fence, and tree-lined sidewalk.

Historic Home Styles In Old North Knoxville

11/21/25

Brick house with a columned porch, dark front door, and landscaped beds beneath leafy trees.

Earnest Money in Tennessee: What Knoxville Buyers Should Know

11/14/25

Large gray-shingled house with stone facade, green shutters, and a covered porch overlooking a valley.

Exterior Color Palettes That Fit Avalon’s Landscape

11/6/25

Discover Belltown: Powell’s Largest Master-Planned Community Offering Modern Living in a Prime Knoxville Location

SHANNON FOSTER-BOLINE
10/30/25

Wooded lakeside home above a terraced shoreline, with a small covered dock on calm water.

Protecting Shorelines at Oak Ridge Lake Homes

SHANNON FOSTER-BOLINE
10/23/25

Long‑Term Rentals in Avalon: Policies and Prospects

SHANNON FOSTER-BOLINE
10/16/25

Covenant Health Park: Knoxville’s New Downtown Stadium Is a Game-Changer

SHANNON FOSTER-BOLINE
06/27/25

Living in Downtown Knoxville: A Vibrant Urban Experience

SHANNON FOSTER-BOLINE
06/26/25

Is It Time to Downsize in Knoxville?

SHANNON FOSTER-BOLINE
06/20/25

Local Landmark Spotlight: Lakeshore Park

SHANNON FOSTER-BOLINE
06/13/25

Oak Ridge Lavender Festival 2025: A Full Weekend of Events, Lavender, and Local Charm

SHANNON FOSTER-BOLINE
06/6/25

Best Coffee Shops Near Farragut & Hardin Valley

SHANNON FOSTER-BOLINE
05/17/25

White two-story farmhouse with a double garage, covered entry, and concrete driveway.

Should You Buy a New Construction or Resale Home in Hardin Valley?

SHANNON FOSTER-BOLINE
05/17/25

Hardin Valley for Families: Parks, Playgrounds & Splash Pads Locals Love

SHANNON FOSTER-BOLINE
05/17/25

Top-Ranked Schools in Hardin Valley: A 2025 Guide for Buyers

SHANNON FOSTER-BOLINE
05/17/25

The Pros and Cons of Living in an HOA Community

SHANNON FOSTER-BOLINE
05/16/25

Dog-Friendly Knoxville: Best Parks, Trails & Patios Near Farragut & Hardin Valley

SHANNON FOSTER-BOLINE
05/16/25

Top-Ranked Schools in Farragut: A 2025 Guide for Buyers

05/16/25

Challenges & Solutions Homebuyers Face in Farragut: New Construction vs. Pre-Loved Homes

SHANNON FOSTER-BOLINE
05/16/25

Top 5 Places to Get Outside and See in Farragut, TN

SHANNON FOSTER-BOLINE
05/16/25

Top 5 Local Events in Farragut This Summer

SHANNON FOSTER-BOLINE
05/16/25

New Construction Homes in Hardin Valley, TN: Explore the Best New Communities in 37932

SHANNON FOSTER-BOLINE
02/11/25

Paper house topped with red hearts on green grass.

February Is the Time to Show Your Home, Sweet Home, Some Well-Deserved Love!

02/7/25

A couple dances in silhouette against a dusky sky.

Romantic Destinations in and Around Knoxville

01/23/25

Unforgettable Adventures for Couples

Holiday decorations with Hanukkah symbols, a small Christmas tree, ornaments, and a nutcracker on a tabletop.

What to Do with Your Decorations After the Holidays

SHANNON FOSTER-BOLINE
01/9/25

Stacked books decorated with Christmas ornaments, garland, lights, and wrapped gifts.

6 Must-Visit Local Bookstores in Knoxville, TN for the Book Lovers on Your List

SHANNON FOSTER-BOLINE
12/9/24

Legal Considerations of the Home Buying Process in Hardin Valley, TN

Foster-Boline Group
12/4/24

Navigating the Legal Steps to Secure Your Dream Home in Hardin Valley, TN.

Challenges & Solutions for Home Buyers in Hardin Valley, TN

Foster-Boline Group
12/4/24

7 Key Challenges Home Buyers Face and How to Overcome Them.

Vegetable-topped pizza on a peel in front of a glowing wood-fired oven.

Lighten Your Thanksgiving Prep with Knoxville & Maryville’s Best Pizzerias!

SHANNON FOSTER-BOLINE
11/14/24

Pizza to the Rescue!

Annual Home Maintenance Checklist to Keep Your Property Value Up

Foster-Boline Group
10/29/24

Regular maintenance is an investment in your home's future.

The Science of Color: How to Choose Paint Tones for Every Room

Foster-Boline Group
10/29/24

Enhance your living space with excellent color choices.

Why Hardin Valley, TN is the Perfect Place for Out-of-State Relocation

Foster-Boline Group
10/18/24

Discover the Charm of East Tennessee’s Hidden Gem.

Long-Distance Home-Buying: Tips for Remote House Hunting in Hardin Valley

Foster-Boline Group
10/18/24

Mastering the Art of Remote Real Estate Transactions.

Five Tips for Relocating to Hardin Valley in Knoxville, TN

Foster-Boline Group
09/9/24

Expert Advice for a Smooth Transition to a Thriving Community.

Top Home Features and Amenities that Attract Buyers to Hardin Valley

Foster-Boline Group
09/9/24

Discover the Coveted Characteristics Making Hardin Valley a Premier Destination for Homebuyers.

Designing Your Dream Home: Tips for Personalizing Your New Construction

Foster-Boline Group
08/19/24

Creating a Unique and Personalized Living Space.

Hardin Valley, TN New Construction vs. Resale Homes: Pros and Cons

Foster-Boline Group
08/19/24

Navigating the Path to Your Ideal Home.

Hidden Costs of Buying New Construction: What to Watch Out For

Foster-Boline Group
08/19/24

Navigating the Unseen Financial Hurdles in New Construction Purchases.

Foster-Boline Group Blog

The Oak Ridge Library Finally Has Coffee. Just Not on Sundays.

Magnolia Avenue's Theater Season Is Playing on Boyds Bridge Pike

What Knoxville Buyers Are Looking For Right Now

Buying Before You Sell in Knoxville: Bridge Loans and Contingency Options

Moving to Knoxville from Florida: What Actually Changes

Knoxville New Construction Contracts: What to Read Before You Sign

Which Knoxville Home Improvements Actually Return Their Cost?

Renting vs. Buying in Knoxville: Running the Numbers

What Knoxville Sellers Should Fix Before Listing (and What to Skip)

Emory Place Used to Wind Down at Five. Now That's When the Block Fills Up.

The SoKno Art Walk Ends in Island Home. So Far, the Art Is at Kern's.

The Cost of Living in Knoxville: What to Budget Beyond the Mortgage

West Knox Housing Market Update: Farragut, Hardin Valley, and Bearden

Commuting in Knoxville: Where to Live Based on Where You Work

Building Custom vs. Buying a Spec Home in Knoxville

Plein Air Smokies’ Closing Morning in Sequoyah Hills

The New Bistro on Broadway Is Already Part of Fourth & Gill

Tennessee Has No State Income Tax: What It Means for Relocating Buyers

How Long Does It Take to Sell a Home in Knoxville?

The Knoxville Housing Market: Fall 2026 Update for Buyers and Sellers

Moving to East Tennessee: A Regional Guide to Knoxville and the Surrounding Counties

In Parkridge, Two Almost-Identical Houses Can Follow Completely Different Renovation Rules

West Knoxville Isn't One Housing Market. It's Five, Wearing the Same Name.

Holston River Park Just Got $400,000. It's Going Somewhere You've Never Walked.

Farragut Has Two McFee Park Projects in Motion, and They're Not the Same Project

Market Square Can Serve Drinks Outside Now. Gay Street Is Where Downtown Actually Changed.

Powell Got Two Kinds Of New This Year, And Only One Changes How You Live

Avalon's Two Lakes: What You See From The Patio And What You Can Actually Put A Boat On

Late Summer In Lake Forest: The Trailhead, The Nature Center, And One Good Saturday

Late Summer in Oak Ridge: What Jackson Square Is Actually Doing in August

An Island Home Summer: The Trailhead You Already Own

Sequoyah Hills Riverfront vs Interior Streets: How To Choose

Living In Parkridge Knoxville: Commutes, Parks And Local Flavor

How To Win A Historic Home In Fourth & Gill

Finding Mid‑Century Ranch Homes In West Knoxville

Renovating A Holston Hills Home While Honoring Its Character

Investing In Downtown Knoxville Condos For Rental Income

Farragut Home Values: Reading The Market Before You Sell

Art, Coffee And Historic Charm In Emory Place

Powell Neighborhoods: Established Streets vs New Communities

Relocating To Oak Ridge: Neighborhoods, Homes And Lifestyle

Choosing A Downtown Knoxville Condo Building

Avalon Golf Community Buyer’s Guide To Homes And Lifestyle

Fourth And Gill Homes: Renovation Realities And Rewards

Buying A Historic Home In Parkridge Knoxville

Holston Hills Living: Golf Course Homes And History

Urban Living In Emory Place Near Downtown Knoxville

Oak Ridge Real Estate: How This Market Differs From Knoxville

New Construction In Powell: Belltown And Beyond

Selling A Home In Sequoyah Hills: What To Expect

Farragut vs Hardin Valley vs West Knoxville Homes

Is Island Home Right For You In South Knoxville

Living In Lake Forest, Knoxville: Everyday Life And Homes

Condo HOA Fees In Downtown Knoxville Explained

Tennessee Property Disclosure: What Sellers Must Share

Tennessee Closing Costs For Knoxville Buyers

Avalon vs. WindRiver: Choosing A Lenoir City Golf Community

How Home Appraisals Work In The Knoxville Market

How To Buy And Sell At The Same Time In Sequoyah Hills

What ‘As‑Is’ Means In Tennessee Home Sales

Condos vs. Lofts In Downtown Knoxville: Which Fits You?

Knoxville-Area Property Taxes: Knox vs. Blount vs. Loudon

Historic Home Styles In Old North Knoxville

Earnest Money in Tennessee: What Knoxville Buyers Should Know

Exterior Color Palettes That Fit Avalon’s Landscape

Discover Belltown: Powell’s Largest Master-Planned Community Offering Modern Living in a Prime Knoxville Location

Protecting Shorelines at Oak Ridge Lake Homes

Long‑Term Rentals in Avalon: Policies and Prospects

Covenant Health Park: Knoxville’s New Downtown Stadium Is a Game-Changer

Living in Downtown Knoxville: A Vibrant Urban Experience

Is It Time to Downsize in Knoxville?

Local Landmark Spotlight: Lakeshore Park

Oak Ridge Lavender Festival 2025: A Full Weekend of Events, Lavender, and Local Charm

Best Coffee Shops Near Farragut & Hardin Valley

Should You Buy a New Construction or Resale Home in Hardin Valley?

Hardin Valley for Families: Parks, Playgrounds & Splash Pads Locals Love

Top-Ranked Schools in Hardin Valley: A 2025 Guide for Buyers

The Pros and Cons of Living in an HOA Community

Dog-Friendly Knoxville: Best Parks, Trails & Patios Near Farragut & Hardin Valley