Our Story
Born Into Real Estate
I was born into real estate when my late father, Jim Slyman, founded Slyman Real Estate & Auction in 1971. I grew up in the industry, but decided to go into the field of Marketing instead.
Following the Family's Passion
While earning an MBA from The University of Tennessee in 1999 I obtained my real estate license as a backup. The night I graduated, I sold my first house. It was an amazing feeling that I wanted to experience for the rest of my career!
Career Expansion and Growth
I became a full-time Realtor®, and the following year I founded the Laura Slyman Team. In 2004, I attended Missouri Auction School. I apprenticed under my father and became one of Tennessee’s very few licensed female auctioneers.
A Powerful Partnership
Things moved fast from there. A talented and experienced agent, Beth Miser, joined me in 2005 as my exclusive Buyer’s Agent. Two years later, I took over the Knoxville branch of Slyman Real Estate.
A Legacy of Industry Service
Following in my father’s footsteps, I served as President of the Knoxville Area Association of Realtors (KAAR, now East Tennessee REALTORS®). Our highest honor was when we each were awarded KAAR’s REALTOR® of the Year… forty years apart.
Native Tennesseans
I’ve always called Knoxville home, and Beth Miser, my Buyer's Agent was born and raised in nearby Cleveland, Tennessee. Our connections in this area are far-reaching, and our clients appreciate that we know the region inside and out.
Guided Buying
Beth Miser serves as my full-time, exclusive Buyer’s Agent, and loves working with first-time buyers. She’s an expert in troubleshooting the many steps it takes to put you in the right home, at the right price.
Selling Success
In today’s market, selling your home can feel like a whirlwind. Using our experience and the latest technology, we calm the storm and get you the price you need.
A Trusted Referral Source
Whether you need a referral for an appraisal, a home loan, or a home repair specialist, we connect you with experts who can help quickly and within your budget.
A Community Mindset
Beth Miser, my Buyer's Agent, and I are active members of our community. It’s important to us to be engaged in the lives of our kids and neighbors, philanthropic causes, and our industry.
Meet The Laura Slyman Team
BETH MISER Buyer’s Agent
Top 1%
17 Years Experience
Beth Miser has been an agent with the Laura Slyman Team since 2005. The University of Tennessee graduate serves as an exclusive Buyer’s Agent specializing in the home buying experience and working with first-time as well as experienced buyers. With an unparalleled dedication to her clients, the East Tennessee native is passionate about Real Estate and even more passionate about happy homebuyers. Beth lives with her husband and two daughters in Oak Ridge, Tennessee, and is active at her church, First Baptist Concord.
Top 1%
17 Years Experience
LAURA SLYMAN Broker / Owner / Auctioneer
MBA, CRS, ABR, GRI
21 Years Experience
Laura Slyman began her career in Real Estate in 2000 after completing an MBA in Marketing at the University of Tennessee. A Multi-million Dollar Producer, she has been ranked in the top 1% in sales volume for the past 15 years among the more than 5,000 member agents of the East Tennessee REALTORS® association (formerly KAAR, the Knoxville Area Association of Realtors). The Knoxville native has received widespread recognition for her commitment to her clients, industry, and community, serving as KAAR’s president in 2018 and the organization’s highest honor, REALTOR® of the Year, in 2020.
MBA, CRS, ABR, GRI
21 Years Experience
DEBBIE WILLIAMS Executive Assistant to
the Laura Slyman Team
Debbie Williams, Executive Assistant for the Laura Slyman Team, has over 30 years of experience in real estate. Prior to joining the agency, the North Carolina native managed a wide range of multi-family apartments in various locations. Debbie lives in North Knoxville with her husband Clay and their two “spoiled” Bichons, Chance and Dolly. Clay and Debbie are active members of Corryton Church and are rabid UT sports fans. Debbie’s son, Alex Barkley, shares her love of real estate and works in North Carolina in the title insurance business.
the Laura Slyman Team
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Knoxville, TN 37922
Testimonials
Definitely would use and/or recommend Laura! She helped us sell our home quickly and ensured we got great multiple offers when we worried that the market was slowing down. She listens carefully to her client's needs, manages the details and helps them thru the process smoothly and efficiently. Really appreciated... Read More
Debbie AileyLaura is fantastic! I couldn't recommend her enough! She is very thorough, honest and kind. She made the home buying process so smooth for us. We bought a lot and went through the process of new construction, which is a very long and tiring process! Anytime we needed absolutely anything,... Read More
Ashlyn DonaldsonI have known Laura Slyman since her childhood, and it is a delight to tell others of my experience with Laura as a professional. She has maintained the values and does exercise the legacy established by her family - that of integrity, skill, hard work, and accountability. Recently when my... Read More
Regina Martin & Laura Martin BirdwellLaura and her team were absolutely outstanding with the sale of our home. It was on the market for two days with a contract pending. We highly recommend Laura with her professionalism and and experience. She was there for us every step of the way! Read More
Ray ShookWe’ve had multiple real estate transactions over the years. Laura & her team are absolutely the best! Professional, knowledgeable, responsive, etc….everything you want and need in a realtor! If you are buying or selling and want the industry’s best….reach out to Laura! Read More
Stacy WoodardI cannot recommend Laura and her team enough! We were having to sell my Dad's house after having to move him to memory care, so it was an emotional sale. There were many things to take care of, and we ran into hiccups along the way. Laura was fantastic to... Read More
Suzanne CurryBeth was wonderful to work with. She is knowledgeable about the area and market. She really listened to what I wanted and understood my needs as a buyer. Beth is a true professional and respectful. I would recommend her for anyone. She is GREAT at her job. Read More
Melanie LawsonWe would not hesitate to use Beth again in another real estate transaction, or to recommend her to family and friends! Coming from out of state we met with Beth once, a year or so before starting a serious house hunt. Throughout that year we casually stayed in contact with... Read More
Carrie RuckerAs much as the current market seems easy to sell a house, I can't imagine we could have made it through as easily and quickly without the help of Laura Slyman and her group. Laura was very thorough, extremely knowledgeable, and got us a better offer than we thought possible.... Read More
Kevin TrentLaura was wonderful throughout our entire selling process. She knows the Farragut area as well or better than anyone we encountered in the process. Laura helped us accurately price our house, provided great advice throughout the selling process and had a contract for us the first day our house hit... Read More
Stewart Bowers