John Keith
About Me
I moved from the Panhandle of Florida after my first career in commercial banking. My wife of 40 years+ and I have two wonderful children and 3 grandchildren. We purchased an established business known as Twigs and Leaves Gallery, which is one of the largest and oldest art galleries in WNC. My wife manages the gallery, along with her wonderful staff.
I have been blessed to enjoy success in both real estate sales and in civic achievement. During the last four years at MainStreet Realty, I received the "Top Producer" award. In 2014, I was voted "2014 Realtor of the Year" by the Haywood County Board of Realtors. I am past President of the Downtown Waynesville Association, Haywood Board of Realtors, and Fund for Haywood County. I have served as President of two Chambers' of Commerce and two Rotary Clubs, I am currently on the Foundation Board of Haywood Community College and serve on the Finance Committee.
My wife and I enjoy hiking the mountains of WNC with our family and friends!
Experience
I am a full-time real estate agent with Beverly-Hanks and Associates and NAI Beverly-Hanks. I am one of two agents from the Haywood County office that works in both residential and commercial property sales. My experience includes single family, land sales, commercial sales and leasing. Prior experience includes over 36 years in real estate finance, with over 15 years as President of SouthTrust Bank of NW Florida. I also have achieved the ePRO certification, which represents knowledge in internet marketing of properties. My education includes a BS degree in Finance at Florida State University.
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Testimonials
John was totally committed to helping us find our home. We couldn't ask for a better agent. He also directed us to Julie at Howard Hanna Mortgage who helped us finalize our financial requirements for the closing. We couldn't be happier with the outcome.
Bob Stachler
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John was wonderful to work with from day one. As new home buyers, we were completely ignorant on how to go about this process and because of John’s patience, honesty, and guidance, we felt like we were working with family. John helped us understand every detail and made sure to explain things thoroughly so there was no confusion. We are so grateful to John for all of his help in helping us find our first home
Sandi and Kyle Wilson
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If you need to locate and purchase a property, Mr Keith will find it for you and be with you to the finish line.
Pierre Paquette, Vero Beach, FL
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John Kieth is an excellent communicator. He kept me well informed of the progress and the likes and dislikes of the property communicated to him by potential buyers. I met John about 3 years ago in his Waynesville office and explained to him what type of property I was looking for. He showed me several propertied of which met my expectations. I eventually purchased the 450 Zion Trace property. So when u decide to sell the property, I knew John was my choice for my realtor.
Michael Castle, Sr. 450 Zion Trace Canton, NC
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John Keith was very personable from the 1st meeting. He was so reachable and always responded to my calls and texts, promptly. His computer skills are so helpful. Loved the ability to use the Document Sign on line. We worked well together determining the value of our house, and it sold at our determined price. I would not hesitate to engage his services again in the future!
Marti Stiles
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John Keith was great. Very helpful , knowledgeable about Waynesville area . Knew what we were looking for. Process was easy and enjoyable. Thanks John!
John W Johnson
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John is knowledgeable, thorough, and professional- everything you want and need in a real estate agent. We wouldn’t hesitate to use him again if the opportunity arises.
Bob and Gail Lichens, Waynesville, NC
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John Keith is a very professional realtor/broker. I would highly recommend him to family and friends and will reach out to him in the future. He is personal and professional as well as trustworthy and highly responsive.
John Dolan, Boca Raton Florida
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John was available and made our meetings convenient to us both. Appreciate his care and knowledge.
Mrs. Darlene Stewart, Lake Junaluska, N.C.
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Thanks John for selling Teri and I our house when we moved to Waynesville. It was a great 7 year run. Thanks for listing our home and facilitating the sale when we were ready to leave. Scott & Teri Siewert
Scott & Teri Siewert St. Augustine Fl
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John Kieth was great. Very attentive and timely in responding to my questions as well as a few concerns I had. No pressure at all. I would highly recommend John Kieth as a buyers or sellers agent.
Michael Castle 450 Zions Trace, Canton, NC
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John Keith.was great!! Best agent we have ever worked with. For John, this is more than a "job", it's a true calling. He is great to work with and values the relationship with every client. He was accessible, and if he didn' t answer the phone right away, always returned our call within the hour. John communicates well and kept us informed throughout the process. We will be referring him in the future.
Jay & Kay Sigrist, Waynesville
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John was able to explain the reasoning that motivated pricing and how to get a reasonable and fair price for our home. The proposals within a month and we couldn't be happier with John's work and experience.
Scott Waynesville
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John has a firm grasp of the area market and is able to make that work for you fairly and honestly. The experience from listing to close was as easy as selling a house could be.
Scott Waynesville NC
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My son Clay had to deal with John most of the time-he was a outstanding person.
Marcia & Clay Shearer
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John was very professional throughout the process, from providing guidance on the finishing touches on the house before placing on the market, to handling the contract negotiations with the buyers. I would be delighted to work with him again in the future and highly recommend him to others.
John Clark, Roswell, GA
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We had a very good experience with John Keith. He directed us to a property that met all our requirements. John Keith addressed all of our concerns in a timely manner.
Suzanne and Tom Quinlan, Macomb, Michigan
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John was the absolute best broker. John gave us excellent advice throughout the process which resulted in us sealing the contract within 24 hours of the initial bid. We couldn't ask for any better response - he was available via cell, text and email just about anytime we needed to ask a question.
Dave and Phyllis, Waynesville, NC
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I would recomment John Keith to anyone looking to buy or sell a home. He has gone far above and beyond when selling our little cabin in Maggie Valley. Thank you again John Keith.
Judy Gustafson, Punta Gorda,Fl.
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John Keith is the best realtor I have had the pleasure to work with. Very patient with great attention to detail. Will absolutely use in the future.
Art Iserman, Waynesville NC
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John Keith handled himself in a professional yet friendly manner. His special knowledge of "mountain" living came in handy during our search for a home here in Haywood County. We would not hesitate to use his services again.
James Maness
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Service Areas & Specialties
- Haywood
- Buncombe
- Henderson
- Single Family Residence
- Condo/Townhome
- Land
- Luxury Properties
- Commercial/Industrial
- Commercial/Retail
- Commercial/Office
Education
- Florida State University
Interests
- Performing Arts
- Visual Arts
- Dog/Cat
- Cooking/Dining
- Fitness
- Reading/Writing
- Hiking and Camping
- Hunting and Fishing
Testimonials
John was totally committed to helping us find our home. We couldn't ask for a better agent. He also directed us to Julie at Howard Hanna Mortgage who helped us finalize our financial requirements for the closing. We couldn't be happier with the outcome.
Bob Stachler
verifiedJohn was wonderful to work with from day one. As new home buyers, we were completely ignorant on how to go about this process and because of John’s patience, honesty, and guidance, we felt like we were working with family. John helped us understand every detail and made sure to explain things thoroughly so there was no confusion. We are so grateful to John for all of his help in helping us find our first home
Sandi and Kyle Wilson
verifiedIf you need to locate and purchase a property, Mr Keith will find it for you and be with you to the finish line.
Pierre Paquette, Vero Beach, FL
verifiedJohn Kieth is an excellent communicator. He kept me well informed of the progress and the likes and dislikes of the property communicated to him by potential buyers. I met John about 3 years ago in his Waynesville office and explained to him what type of property I was looking for. He showed me several propertied of which met my expectations. I eventually purchased the 450 Zion Trace property. So when u decide to sell the property, I knew John was my choice for my realtor.
Michael Castle, Sr. 450 Zion Trace Canton, NC
verifiedJohn Keith was very personable from the 1st meeting. He was so reachable and always responded to my calls and texts, promptly. His computer skills are so helpful. Loved the ability to use the Document Sign on line. We worked well together determining the value of our house, and it sold at our determined price. I would not hesitate to engage his services again in the future!
Marti Stiles
verifiedJohn Keith was great. Very helpful , knowledgeable about Waynesville area . Knew what we were looking for. Process was easy and enjoyable. Thanks John!
John W Johnson
verifiedJohn is knowledgeable, thorough, and professional- everything you want and need in a real estate agent. We wouldn’t hesitate to use him again if the opportunity arises.
Bob and Gail Lichens, Waynesville, NC
verifiedJohn Keith is a very professional realtor/broker. I would highly recommend him to family and friends and will reach out to him in the future. He is personal and professional as well as trustworthy and highly responsive.
John Dolan, Boca Raton Florida
verifiedJohn was available and made our meetings convenient to us both. Appreciate his care and knowledge.
Mrs. Darlene Stewart, Lake Junaluska, N.C.
verifiedThanks John for selling Teri and I our house when we moved to Waynesville. It was a great 7 year run. Thanks for listing our home and facilitating the sale when we were ready to leave. Scott & Teri Siewert
Scott & Teri Siewert St. Augustine Fl
verifiedJohn Kieth was great. Very attentive and timely in responding to my questions as well as a few concerns I had. No pressure at all. I would highly recommend John Kieth as a buyers or sellers agent.
Michael Castle 450 Zions Trace, Canton, NC
verifiedJohn Keith.was great!! Best agent we have ever worked with. For John, this is more than a "job", it's a true calling. He is great to work with and values the relationship with every client. He was accessible, and if he didn' t answer the phone right away, always returned our call within the hour. John communicates well and kept us informed throughout the process. We will be referring him in the future.
Jay & Kay Sigrist, Waynesville
verifiedJohn was able to explain the reasoning that motivated pricing and how to get a reasonable and fair price for our home. The proposals within a month and we couldn't be happier with John's work and experience.
Scott Waynesville
verifiedJohn has a firm grasp of the area market and is able to make that work for you fairly and honestly. The experience from listing to close was as easy as selling a house could be.
Scott Waynesville NC
verifiedMy son Clay had to deal with John most of the time-he was a outstanding person.
Marcia & Clay Shearer
verifiedJohn was very professional throughout the process, from providing guidance on the finishing touches on the house before placing on the market, to handling the contract negotiations with the buyers. I would be delighted to work with him again in the future and highly recommend him to others.
John Clark, Roswell, GA
verifiedWe had a very good experience with John Keith. He directed us to a property that met all our requirements. John Keith addressed all of our concerns in a timely manner.
Suzanne and Tom Quinlan, Macomb, Michigan
verifiedJohn was the absolute best broker. John gave us excellent advice throughout the process which resulted in us sealing the contract within 24 hours of the initial bid. We couldn't ask for any better response - he was available via cell, text and email just about anytime we needed to ask a question.
Dave and Phyllis, Waynesville, NC
verifiedI would recomment John Keith to anyone looking to buy or sell a home. He has gone far above and beyond when selling our little cabin in Maggie Valley. Thank you again John Keith.
Judy Gustafson, Punta Gorda,Fl.
verifiedJohn Keith is the best realtor I have had the pleasure to work with. Very patient with great attention to detail. Will absolutely use in the future.
Art Iserman, Waynesville NC
verifiedJohn Keith handled himself in a professional yet friendly manner. His special knowledge of "mountain" living came in handy during our search for a home here in Haywood County. We would not hesitate to use his services again.
James Maness
verifiedMy Listings
$485,000
00 Underwood Cove Road
Waynesville 28786
Great residential contractor/development opportunity. Turkey Ridge Development with 12 lots already platted with 8 pads. Underground utilities. Road ...
MLS# 3864565 - Active Under Contract
Listed by Allen Tate/Beverly-Hanks Waynesville
$485,000
00 Underwood Cove Road
Waynesville 28786
Great residential contractor/development opportunity. Turkey Ridge Development with 12 lots already platted with 8 pads. Underground utilities. Road ...
MLS# 3865267 - Active Under Contract
Listed by Allen Tate/Beverly-Hanks Waynesville
$88,000
Lot 16 Flowing Hills Drive
Clyde 28721
Ideal homesite in the premier Winfield Estates community. Great views of the mountains as well as the lower estates in this great location and elev ...
MLS# 3689225 - Active
Listed by Allen Tate/Beverly-Hanks Waynesville
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How is the tax bill of a home determined in North Carolina?
Real property is appraised at 100% of market value and includes land, buildings, structures, and improvements. State law requires counties to reappraise every eight years, but many counties reappraise every four. A bill can be a combination of tax rates. For example, a home inside the City of Asheville and Asheville City School districts will have three separate tax rates represented on a bill: the Buncombe County rate, the City of Asheville rate, and the Asheville City School rate. All rates are totaled to calculate the total tax liability. Tax rate estimates for our mountain communities can be found on page 127 of the Allen Tate/Beverly-Hanks Welcome magazine.
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