SEVEN REASONS TO WORK WITH A REALTOR®

GET THE INSIDE SCOOP.

Real estate professionals have access to exclusive neighborhood and property information to make you a smarter buyer or seller.

NAVIGATE A COMPLEX PROCESS

A real estate professional can guide you on forms, disclosures, and the lending process to help you avoid costly mistakes and delays.

BE UP-TO-DATE

You may have bought or sold a home before, but markets and transaction processes are always changing.

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SIMPLIFY YOUR SEARCH.

An agent can educate you on current market conditions and help you find homes that match your criteria using local broker marketplaces—known in the business as multiple listing services.

NEGOTIATE LIKE A PRO.

An agent has the expertise to negotiate terms, from price to repairs, on your behalf.

Do The Right Thing

Your agent can talk you through the pros and cons behind big decisions and share their network of trusted home inspectors, lenders, remodelers, and more.

Make sure your agent is a REALTOR®. REALTORS® are bound by a strict Code of Ethics based on professionalism, consumer protection, and the golden rule.

Buying and selling a home can be stressful. You need an agent who is a REALTOR®, a member of the National Association of REALTORS®, by your side. Here’s why: 1 3 5 7

$297,000 ceilings w/ beams, brick wood burning FP, galley kitchen, 3BR/2BA & open loft. Upstairs BR has a private balcony. Front & back screened porches off the 3/4 wrap-around open porch to take in the views! New roof installed April 2023. So much potential, just waiting for you to revive it! MLS #26030847

$700,000

HIDDEN GEM tucked back off the beaten path w/ ultimate privacy. Hear the roaring waters of Partridge Creek as you enter the property and take in the beautiful setting. This 1901 cabin has been well loved & it’s waiting for you to enjoy it. The original cabin was part of the 2BR/1BA on the main level; the laundry room was the original kitchen. 2BRs on the main level share a Jack & Jill BA. Large LR, open kitchen & DR, laundry room, pantry and a 2nd BA all on the main level. On the 2nd story, 2 additional sleeping spaces, 2 balconies, full BA & closet. The 3rd story has a bonus room, unfinished attic & 2 additional balconies. Unfinished basement/crawlspace for extra storage. 7’ waterfall is up the creek on the property, below the driveway. Sold partially furnished. Call to see this beautiful property!

MLS #26030938

$595,000

RARE OPPORTUNITY to live, play & build your dream home! New workshop on 5 AC w/ mtn views, pond & stream. House pad is +/- 70’ x 50’. Workshop is 40’ x 60’ w/ 14’ bay door, 15’ eaves to park your RV. Also has sleeping space, bath, wired/plumbed for kitchenette & laundry, and loft storage. Property has a cottage w/ kitchen, open deck to bathhouse, shed & room to park 2 RVs. MLS #26030927

MILL CREEK. This home is located close to town in a gated golf course community with paved roads all the way. Live and work with high speed internet and play golf all in one place. Open floor plan with cathedral ceilings and large glass doors make you feel like you are living in a tree house. Sit out on the deck or the covered porch and enjoy the summer time breezes. This home has everything for one level living on the main floor. The lower level has 2BR/1BA so your guest can have some privacy. Oversized 2-car garage w/ space for a workshop, golf cart and storage. Large concrete drive and another driveway to the front door for plentiful parking. Home sits above the road w/ wooded area behind for privacy. Home qualifies for 100% financing and no PMI. MLS# 26030322. $475,000

MURPHY. Stunning property w/ picturesque lake & mountain views! 3BR/3BA, 3 level home in the gated Bear Paw Resort community w/ lake, marina, pool, tennis & playground. Open floor plan w/ voluminous ceilings, flooding the living spaces w/ natural light. 3 levels w/ master suite on each level! The main level has the kitchen, dining, great room, porches & guest BA. Kitchen w/ custom oak cabinetry, island, granite countertops, breakfast bar & SS appliances. Great room w/ high ceilings & stacked stone FP has french doors that lead out onto a covered porch. BBQ & dining area w/ lots of space to dine alfresco. The owner’s suite on the main level has walk-in closet & leads out to a private porch w/ amazing lake & mountain views. Offered furnished & mov-in ready! MLS# 26030749. $650,000

AT PORTER CREEK. 1,836 SF, 3 bedrooms, 2 baths. One level, open floor plan with split bedrooms. Granite counter tops are in the kitchen with stainless steel appliances. Rocking chair front porch & 2-car garage on a 0.99 acre lot. Porter Creek is a gated community with paved roads, city water, and fiber optic. Close to town on a dead end state maintained road. MLS 26029571. $661,113

THERE’S NOTHING ELSE LIKE this in Macon County! Custom built w/ pool, party decks, outdoor kitchen, gym, sunroom, workshop, finished bsmt., 2 garages, paved, nice views, security system & more! $679,000. MLS 26030803

VIEWS FROM THE BALCONY OF HEAVEN! 2BR/3BA w/ huge long range views & end of the road privacy. HW floors, 2 FPs, vaulted & beamed ceilings, lots of windows & single level living!! Furnished! $340,000. MLS 26030792

COOL HOME ON 10.85 ACRES. 2BR/2BA home w/ partially finished basement. Very sensible updates have been made to this home. 2 septic systems, perfect for an additional dwelling! Exceptional buy! $400,000. MLS 26030706

44+/- UNRESTRICTED ACRES of usable land. Plenty of views & building spots. 1+/- mile from city limits. 3 septic systems, water & power. 2019 doublewide included. Endless possibilities! RARE FIND! $1,750,000, MLS 26030691

HIGH TRAFFIC VISIBILITY! Access from the GA Rd adjacent to the movie theatre. 20 ft easement from GA Rd to the entrance of the property. No restrictions, could be residential or commercial. $695,000. MLS 26029538

COMMERCIAL PROPERTY on the GA Rd/Hwy 441 adjacent to the movie theatre. Easy laying 4.89 acres. Zoned FC2. Huge traffic exposure! Includes billboard that generates $500/mth. $590,000. MLS 26028320

INCREDIBLE OPPORTUNITY! Undeveloped treasure less than 0.5 miles from the heart of Franklin. Prime location! 4 parcels totaling 81.8 AC w/ 3,000+/- ft of Little TN River frontage! $2,860,000. MLS 26026866

DESIRABLE IOTLA CHURCH AREA! Corner lot in a beautifully maintained neighborhood with U/G electric & community well across the road for easy access. Peaceful, private setting! $24,999. MLS 26028904

PRIME LOCATION! Million dollar panoramic views on this 3.83+/- AC that will make you feel like you’re on top of the world. Light restrictions. Driveway is paved. Septic & power ready to use. $99,900. MLS 26028233

32.82+/- AC IN HIGHLY DESIRABLE location on the main thoroughfare coming into Franklin NC. It is a “MultiUse” property w/ huge potential for both commercial & residential capacities. $2,500,000. MLS 26028677

FEATHERSTONE DRIVE. Lot 19, 2.88 +/- acres. Amazing view w/ some trim. Contiguous w/ lot 27 which is also for sale. Driveway & partial house pad installed. Water tap on fee paid! Easy access. $95,000. MLS 26028715

1.28 ACRE LOT at the end of the road & totally private. A gorgeous approach and you can’t see neighbors! There is a 2nd contiguous lot available with a 3BR septic system INSTALLED. $17,500. MLS 26028622

VIEWS, PONDS & CREEK! Mountain Chalet w/ barn & fenced pasture bordering USFS at 4000+/- ft elevation! Gentleman’s Farm w/ over 60 Acres of your own Ponderosa. Bring your animals! $1,199,000. MLS 26030021

BATTLE BRANCH VISTAS. Expired Septic permit (in my file) Easy building property, nice area with good views..priced way below tax assessment. $24,100. MLS 26028628

A SMOKIN’ DEAL on this easy, buildable mtn. parcel in the Cartoogechaye area. Paved road, community water & septic permit in place. Ready to build on! Super motivated seller! $24,700. MLS 26028642

PARKER FARM ESATES. Paved roads, community water, easy access, close to town, 3BR septic permit on file (expired). $24,700. MLS 26028625

GORGEOUS LAND in Cartoogechaye! 12.02 acres w/ 2 house pads installed along with a large producing private well. Great view and many potential homesites. Paved right to the property! $250,000. MLS 26028674

RAINBOW FALLS. 4.18+/- acre lot tucked in a private setting in a gated neighborhood. Reasonable & conservation-minded restrictions. U/G power & paved roads. Well installed! 4200 ft elev. $109,900. MLS 26028679

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CORUNDUM HILL ESATES. Light restrictions on private, estate-sized lot. Easy drive to Franklin or Highlands. Septic permit on file. $25,400. MLS 26028643

SUPER BUILDING LOT in prestigious Heritage Hills. Paved access, winter view, community water. Ready to build! Owner is motivated & will consider all offers. Owner financing. $24,800. MLS 26028646

John Becker Broker/Owner Buyer’s & Listing Specialist (828) 506-3719