Meet Caroline Badgett | Knoxville & East Tennessee Realtor

Caroline Badgett is a Knoxville and East Tennessee Realtor, and the founder of The Agents Who Care at Wallace Real Estate. A lifelong East Tennessean, she helps buyers and sellers across Knoxville, Farragut, Oak Ridge, Maryville, Louisville, Lenoir City, and the surrounding communities with both residential and luxury real estate.

When you hire Caroline, Caroline is your Realtor. She personally guides you through the buying or selling process, from your first conversation through closing, with dedicated support working behind the scenes to help manage the many details — so Caroline remains your primary agent and point of contact throughout.

Caroline was named Wallace Real Estate’s #1 Agent and #1 Luxury Agent in 2019 and 2020, and led Wallace’s #1 Small Team from 2020 to 2025. She was voted Farragut’s “Best Realtor” in the Farragut Press Readers’ Choice Awards in 2021, 2022, 2024, and 2025, and was recognized among Newsweek’s Top 150 Realtors in Tennessee in 2025. She is also a Certified Residential Specialist (CRS) and a Certified Luxury Home Marketing Specialist™ (CLHMS™).

One of Caroline’s specialties is helping homeowners who need to sell their current home and buy another at the same time. Whether you’re upsizing, downsizing, relocating, or simply ready for a change, she coordinates the timing, negotiations, and details of both transactions to make the move as smooth as possible.

Why “The Agents Who Care”?

“My husband actually came up with the tagline — but it stuck because I genuinely do care. When I started in real estate, I asked myself what I most wanted my clients to know, and the answer was simple: that I care. Buying or selling a home is about so much more than a transaction. I want you to have a home — not just a house, but an area to live in, communities to connect with, and places to make memories.

Caring means understanding what matters to you, protecting your interests, anticipating problems before they happen, and negotiating hard on your behalf. Sometimes it’s spending an entire day touring homes. Sometimes it’s reading the fine print, researching a builder, catching something that could cause trouble down the road, or finding a way to save you that extra $500. I want to be more than your Realtor for one transaction — I want to be a resource you can count on for years to come. Truly, it’s a joy for me.”

Why Knoxville & East Tennessee?

“I was born and raised in Oak Ridge, spent my college years and eight more in Chattanooga, and have called Knoxville home since 1993. As a buyer myself, I’ve moved three times into four houses — and I’ve stayed in this area for all the reasons people move here: the mountains, the lakes, all four seasons, the friendly people, and easy access to bigger cities. My family is here and my roots are here, and I love helping others discover what makes East Tennessee such a special place to call home.”

Caroline’s Advice for Selling a Home

“Your home should look magnificent from the moment it hits the market. I’ll help you see it through a buyer’s eyes — from the exterior, crawlspace, and attic to the smaller details that are easy to miss. While I’m not a licensed home inspector, my experience helps me spot concerns worth addressing or having a professional evaluate. Take care of the ‘red flags’ early: squeaky doors, leaks, and light bulbs that are burned out or mismatched.

And always invest in professional photography — never list a home with cell-phone photos. Great marketing is far more than a sign in the yard and a spot in the MLS. It’s about presenting your home at its best and giving buyers a reason to want to see more. Every home deserves a thoughtful marketing plan, and every client deserves a Realtor who cares about the outcome.”

“Why do you love Knoxville?”

“I was born and raised in the area. I grew up in Oak Ridge my entire childhood, attended college and lived in Chattanooga for eight years, and then moved to Knoxville in ‘93. As a homebuyer, I’ve moved three times into four houses, and I’ve stayed in the area for all the reasons people come here: the mountains, all four seasons, the people, easy access to big cities. My family lives here, which keeps me close, but it helps that it’s such a beautiful place to do life in.”

“What is your best piece of advice for selling a house?”

“It needs to look magnificent. From the moment it comes on the market, it needs to be staged and looking its best. Always have professional pictures done-- never let you or your realtor use a cell phone to publish pictures of your house. Also, take care of the ‘red flags:’ squeaky doors, fixing leaks, making sure all light bulbs are working and are the same color… there are always things to be done to get your house ready for market.”

A Little About Me Outside of Real Estate

When I’m not helping clients, you’ll usually find me biking the greenways or out on the pickleball court — and I’m always happy to share a good local recommendation. A few of my favorites: Connors Steakhouse, Seasons Innovative Bar & Grille, and Oliver Royale for dinner, with Bradley Chocolates or Moonshine Cookies for the sweet tooth.

Testimonials

From Sellers

“We’ve worked with Caroline for years, and simply put—she’s not just a realtor for the moment, she’s a realtor for life. She helped us buy our first home, guided us through selling it, and most recently helped us find our dream home. What sets her apart is how much she truly listens; she never rushes the process. Caroline truly lives up to being The Agent Who Cares.”
— Rasheed M.

“We chose Caroline because of the incredible marketing we’d seen on her other listings, and she did not disappoint—our listing photos and videos exceeded our expectations. Working with Caroline was more like partnering with a friend. The most impactful moment was the day we signed our agreement, when she asked if she could pray for us and for the future owners of our home.”
— Susan S.

“Caroline is top-notch! She toured our home, listened to our needs and timing, and suggested ideas as we prepared to sell. Professional photos were taken, and soon our home was on every listing service—resulting in numerous showings within days. Caroline kept us in sync with the buyer’s needs to avoid surprises before closing. We highly recommend Caroline Badgett at Wallace Real Estate!”
— Bill S.

“I am beyond grateful for Caroline. She helped us sell an aging family member’s home, and handled difficult moments with the greatest professionalism and compassion. She is knowledgeable, thorough, and wonderful at explaining everything along the way. The best in the business—I highly recommend her.”
— Diane S.

“Caroline is the best agent I’ve ever worked with—energetic, kind, and an overall delightful person. She returns calls, texts, and emails very promptly, gives sound advice based on her considerable expertise, and makes her clients feel valued and well cared for. Highly, highly recommended!”
— Cynthia C.

“We highly recommend using Caroline as a seller’s agent. She helped us set the list price, and we trusted her fully in the negotiation and sale. Her marketing is top-notch—the videos and photos of our home were amazing. Caroline is knowledgeable, professional, and trustworthy.”
— Kelly B.

From Buyers

“Working with Caroline was an absolute pleasure! Her knowledge of the local market and her ability to guide us through the entire process were invaluable. She is a true professional and an impressive negotiator. What truly set her apart was her genuine warmth and kindness—she took the time to know us and our needs, making us feel like her top priority.”
— Melissa P.

“To say Caroline was amazing would be an understatement. As first-time home buyers, we needed someone with patience, honesty, and knowledge—she was that and more. It was clear her mission was to get us a true home to start our life in. We, along with our extended family, will be using her again.”
— Daniel P.

“For more than six months, Caroline was a true partner in my family’s effort to find our ideal home. She shared freely from her extensive experience—great advice not only on neighborhoods but on the different considerations for each property. What I appreciated most was her patience and sunny, optimistic attitude. We were lucky to have such a great guide for our relocation to the Knoxville area!”
— Jonathan W.

“Caroline was a fantastic realtor—extremely proactive, and she made buying a house so smooth. She was responsive and able to advise us ahead of time whether a listing had red flags. I’d fully recommend her for first-time and experienced buyers alike who want someone kind, honest, trustworthy, and intelligent.”
— Alexandra S.

“We were so grateful to have Caroline guiding us through our home search and purchase. She was endlessly informative, patient, and an absolute expert on the area. She treated us with respect—always giving honest input and advice that was in our best interest. We highly recommend Caroline!”
— Shelby C.

“We would highly recommend Caroline to ANYONE looking to buy a house. As first-timers, we had a lot of questions, and Caroline walked us through every step—answering most before we even thought of them. She was always available and worked quickly to make sure we closed on time. You can tell she loves what she does.”
— Hannah S.