10/21/2026
🏡 **THREE CONTRACTS, ONE VA APPRAISAL CHALLENGE, AND A WHOLE LOT OF DETERMINATION!**
**SOLD! 1557 Old Elizabethton Hwy! 🎉**
They say the third time's the charm. Well, apparently our buyer decided to put that saying to the test! 😂
We searched high and low, toured more homes than we care to count, and went under contract on THREE different properties before finally finding the one that was meant to be.
And just when we thought we could see the closing table in the distance… along came a little something called a **VA appraisal Tidewater notice.** 🤦♂️
Because apparently, buying a house isn't exciting enough without a few plot twists!
But here's what makes this closing so special. ❤️
Our buyer is a **United States veteran**, someone who has already demonstrated what perseverance, patience, and determination look like. And through every setback, he never gave up.
Neither did we.
And we certainly didn't get here alone!
👏 A huge thank-you to the **seller** for working with us to get this across the finish line.
👏 **Vince Turner**, the listing agent, for his professionalism and cooperation throughout the process.
👏 **Chad Berry**, our lender, for staying in the trenches and helping us navigate the financing and appraisal challenges.
👏 **Mumpower Title**, for helping get all the pieces together and bringing us to the closing table.
And of course, **The Ransom Team**, where apparently we don't just sell houses… we occasionally participate in endurance events! 😂
But here's the thing…
**Real estate isn't always easy. Sometimes the road gets bumpy, the obstacles seem endless, and the finish line keeps moving.**
That's when having the right people in your corner matters most.
To our buyer, thank you for your service to our country and for trusting us through every twist, turn, and unexpected detour. It was truly an honor to help you get the keys to your new home.❤️
**Three contracts. Countless challenges. One very happy homeowner.**
And we'd do it all over again.
Because at **The Ransom Team**, we don't give up when things get tough.
**We go the distance for our clients. EVERY. SINGLE. TIME.** 🏡❤️
**Don't let the housing market hold you hostage. Call The Ransom Team!**
📞 Mike Ransom | 423-646-7755
📞 Stephanie Ransom | 423-646-7754
📞Sarah Brennan | 423-924-1238
📞Epique Realty | 888-893-3537
🏡 The Ransom Team | Epique Realty