To all the ones who think what the government is doing is right and just - let's just think about that for a moment. Have you questioned what the contractors are being paid that are bulldozing this down? Have you ever questioned any government contractor? Does the scenario change if they are trying to take your 90 year old grandmother's house who is unable and UNWILLING to move? What about if it was your property that you had spelled out how it was to be used and how you were going to live off the income from it for the rest of your life? Does the government now get to make that decision for you? This government is balking about a citizen standing up for what is right and just. Think it doesn't happen to the elderly and vulnerable populations? Think again. They are the ones who can't fight. I am proud of these people who are fighting not only for themselves, but for those who can't. They have shined a spotlight and heard stories of this happening to all sorts of people. The way the system is set up, we just let government contractors and elected officials take what they want from the taxpayer and then complain when one of our own stands up to it? Come on people. You've got it all wrong.
Thank you so much for your insightful and passionate comment. We truly appreciate your support and the time you took to articulate these important points. It's voices like yours that help bring attention to these critical issues and inspire us to keep fighting for what is right and just. Your perspective is invaluable, and we are proud to have you as part of our community. Thank you again for standing with us and advocating for fairness and transparency.
Another point I want to make is the easier we make this for government officials, the more likely they are to keep doing it. It should be a hard decision for them to do this. They have to be made accountable to We the People. They cannot just pay fair market value for anything they set their sights on.
The only thing is, this was purchased as an investment property! It’s not owned by a 90 year old grandpa who lived there his whole life. This situation sucks, but after reading the city’s statement (and watching ALL of these videos), I think the city has offered fair compensation for this property. The last video said they were still responsible for the mortgage, but the city says they have paid it off. So maybe the last video forced the city to pay off the mortgage? I would think that if they countered the city’s offer with a more realistic number, this whole case would be over. Good luck going to court, I doubt they’ll get much more than the city’s offer once the lawyers get their share.
@@jimharris5049 ok, fair statement, they have the means to fight this better than a 90 year old. Ok, so now the question becomes, where is the line drawn? What can be done to one, can be done to another. That's why I say they are fighting against government overreach for everyone. The better able ones in our society must stand for those who can't fight. Have you checked into how much the contractor's are being paid and who they are by chance?
@@sheilahaynes2425 I agree government overreach is out of control. Good to them if they have the means to hold them accountable! I think what the city is doing is BS and the fact the Mayor’s family is part owner of the future RV park and will benefit financially smells of corruption. When this property became available for sell, the government should have bought it then. As far as contractors go, they could care less as long as they get paid!
The Race Family has been making their case on youtube for months now - yesterday the City finally presented it's defense. They bought the house for 306K about two years ago. The city claimed eminent domain and offered FMV of 490K but they wanted 3 million. The City went up to 539K and the Race's last demand was 1.5 Million. The city took procession of the property and deposited the FMV amount of 490K in escrow. They bought the house with a realtor but there is nothing said about what disclosures were required. The campground route was cancelled rightfully so since it will provide more tax income to the city than the single family house taken down.
Thank you for your input. We strongly believe that no government should have the power to arbitrarily decide the value of private property or determine when they can seize it through eminent domain. Our property was appraised using residential comps, which do not accurately reflect its true value or potential. The offer of $490K doesn't come close to what the property is worth. The government's approach to this matter has been neither fair nor transparent. Moreover, the idea that the government can unilaterally decide to take someone's home without proper compensation or a fair appraisal process is fundamentally wrong. Property owners should have a significant voice in these decisions. Do you believe that the government should have the authority to determine property values and decide when they can take someone's home?
That house was not worth 1.5 million or 3 million.If the city paid that for your house they would be ripping the tax payers off 490 -306 =184 thousand dollar profit for 2 years .sounds like a great return on investment
From what I understand this property was in commercial area and that makes the value much higher. How much would a motel chain or a Wal- Mart pay for the property?
@@PigeonForgeEminentDomain the city did not arbitrarily decide the value of the property. The value that they offered was based on the price that you paid (which set a fair market value on the property). They offered MORE than you paid (as you are well aware), then they offered a substantial increase over that, which you declined. The route of the road was set prior to your purchase of the property. The seller, the title company, and your real estate agent did you a serious disservice by not telling you about the road. The seller might even be liable for failing to disclose. But you would rather try to lambast the city and delete any comments that share the truth of the situation. I am not accusing you of lying. But you are certainly lying not being fully forthcoming with what really happened.
I am so sorry you are going through something so blatantly illegal and wrong yet you can't do a damn thing to stop it. My heart goes out to you and I hope you can get justice in this life. I am not religious but I think God most certainly will be waiting for these people. I hope they like hot temperatures. Good luck I'll be watching hoping for justice. ❤
I just wanted to let you know that I sent an email to the City Administrator hoping it might get to the right person, that my family and I vacation in Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge every year and would no longer spend one penny in Pigeon Forge ever again. I’m sure it won’t do any good but just know we stand with you and God Bless You and your family 🙏
The mayor and his brother are currupt, along with the councle, following the money!!! I've noticed that now they are bombarding utube with commercials , come to pigeon forge, like it's a wholesome place to bring your family In the mean time corruption and deceitful People are lurking behind the scenes I'll never go there again!!! 🤝🙏
My biggest issue is the government has offered to pay off their mortgage, pay them 490k. So take it and buy another home to build your legacy. The counter offer is a bit excessive. I can see being made whole and maybe something for the stress bit in the millions? No that's greedy.
Was the government being greedy by telling us we have no option but to give them our property? We gave an unreasonable offer to an unreasonable request by the government of giving up our property. Do you not believe in property rights?
@PigeonForgeEminentDomain I don't agree with what the government did at all, eminent domain isn't new. I take issue with how much you countered with, twice! That seems greedy. I think you should be compensated for your home and some for stress 100% just not in the millions.
@PigeonForgeEminentDomain well your property is gone. You asked for 3 million then 1.5. They then offered you over 500k which I feel they should of at least given you 750k and paid attorney fees. This would of allowed you to buy something else and put this behind you. I would also go after the real estate agent and anyone else who knew your house was in danger. Sadly, eminent domain happens in this country and it's bullshit BUT if they are willing to make you whole then take it and move on.
I’ve got to ask. Where is your husband in all of this? I don’t see him sitting beside you in the videos, or screaming from the hilltops about this “injustice”. If he feels the same way you do, why is he silently letting his wife fight this battle in the public eye all alone? This could be perceived as a lack of solidarity between husband and wife on the issue at hand.
That property is worth double that with the commercial zoning rating it has, they are gonna end up withe triple that now and before you say that will never happen, it already has in other eminent domain cases where cities try screwing over is hard working American families!! I’ve seen it happen before in my 30 years of being a Real Estate Broker specializing in investment properties and we will help Mika carry this to the Supreme Court if necessary!
@@user-wg9fi6pn4k NOOOOOOO! Just think for a minute how much they put into remodeling this property then think how much revenue they could’ve made renting it out on a nightly basis per yer! That’s what they were looking to do. It was an investment to supply their children’s children with a steady ready made income!!! That price didn’t even come close!!!!!
Goes to show you don't own what you buy in terms of land and homes.. It is a very broad and clear reason not to buy anything through here in Tennessee 💯
Good, it’s about time they got nervous- if they’re afraid of us, I’d hate to see how they feel when God judges them for their actions. We got your back Miss Mika. Until the day you say stop. I know you’re not a liar - or God would not have put your videos in my path. 😉🥰🙏
The city just bulldozed your rental house. Your apparently not making them nervous. And honestly when it comes down to it it really don't matter what people on you tube decides it's not up to them whether you get 3 million or not.
The government offered 490k for their home they said they wanted 3 million. They were going to be fairly compensated. I was fully supportive of this family until I read what's really going on. We just rebooked our family vacation for Aug and October.
Good!!!! The government, which is supposed to be by the people for the people, needs a wake-up call, and I think you are well on your way to being that wake-up call on a national level.
I read a story about this on news. Thus is your 2nd home. So you pd little over $300k and the city offered you what IMO incredible offer. You could buy a very nice other 2nd home.
Thank you for your comments. We strongly believe that the government should not have the unilateral power to determine the value of our property or decide when they can take it. 1. **Property Valuation**: The $490K offer on our property, which was valued by the city using residential comps, does not accurately reflect its true worth. The use of inappropriate comparables undervalues the property and does not consider its full potential. 2. **Eminent Domain Concerns**: The concept that the government can decide when to take someone's home is fundamentally flawed and unjust. Property owners should have a significant say in such decisions, and the process should be transparent and fair, with appropriate compensation based on accurate appraisals. This situation highlights a critical issue: the need for reform in how eminent domain is executed. It’s essential that property rights are respected and that owners receive fair treatment and compensation. Do you believe government should be able to take property?
“ Do you believe government should be able to take property?” This is an irrelevant question. “Should” The government already can and does as we have all been made more aware of via your experience.
Government should never have the right to take someone's property, if you are paying or have paid it in full. When you sign the contract you are obligated. In this case the government is wrong!!!
I have a question. Why counter offer for 3 million dollars after the City was offered more than what you paid for just two years ago? I understand that you were/are upset (as anyone would be), but come on ..$3,000,000.00. Eminent domain stinks when it happens. It happened to my parents (who *lived* in their home) for the same reason. They were compensated. My parents didn't except the first offer, but were reasonable with their counter offer. I'm sorry that this did happen to you, but I do feel that you were being unreasonable by asking for $3,000,000.00 when you paid under $400,00.00. Even $1.5 million is unreasonable. I get it, you're upset and you should be, because it wasn't disclosed to you at the time of your purchase. You were taken advantage of by the previous owner. They saw someone from out of State and took full advantage of you not knowing there was a plan in place to take the property.
Do you believe the government is being reasonable saying they’re taking our property no questions ask? That was the point of the offer. It’s in the Mountain Press and several of our videos. It’s was an unreasonable offer to unreasonable ask from the government.
@@PigeonForgeEminentDomain do I believe that eminent domain is fair? No, but it's a law. If we don't like laws, there's a way to change them. Like I said in my first comment. My parents went through almost the same thing. The only difference was my parents *lived* in their home. It was a tragedy that they had to sell their home to the government. But, it is what it is. The road that was built through my parent's property is helping the people. My parents took the second offer and they moved. Again, eminent domain stinks, but it is a law. All home buyers risk eminent domain happening to them. This is nothing new that happened just to you. Luckily for you, this is a second property. How many people are affected by eminent domain and have to truly uproot their lives? As far as your offer and counter offer. Yes, you're being unreasonable. Your house and land are not valued over a million dollars. Why should taxpayers have to pay more than it's worth? I don't like eminent domain, I never have. But as a home owner, I take the risk of it happening to me...as *all* home owners do.
@kfitz4520 okay… and this is why we are fighting it. Just because it didn’t happen to our primary resident means we can’t fight. How would one go about changing laws? By accepting the government’s offer and not documenting it to gain public’s attention of it. Our biggest supporters are people who have went through it. We’ve had numerous conversations with them. They are thrilled we are bringing so attention to it. We are currently working with county commissioners in Tennessee to adjust laws. It’s not like we’re just sitting here stirring up things with intentions of getting rich and not fighting for everybody.
By telling me you're a person of faith makes me believe you may NOT be truthful. You have to be very careful with people that claim to worship invisible beings and live their life through that lens.
They were offered money twice and they wanted 3 million than 1 million. Greed. Ma'am your own website says you are a "public speaker and a story teller passed down for generations" Ohio says it all. By the way the parkway in PF is packed this weekend😊
Welcome to pigeon forge I was also a person who evicted from a home with out reason but these people are saleing off property and now I'm separated from my young daughter bc we was forced to leave a home that was never late on rent I didn't own this property but I did put a barn up and was planning on long term as the landlord was promising upon us moving into the home 4 years in we have less that 30 days to move
So there are many things wrong here, with that said most of them deal with morals of the township. A lawsuit will go nowhere, as eminent domain is a legal process approved by the courts. This woman claims that the house was bought as an investment property. She claims that "investment property" is even written on the mortgage paperwork from the bank. She then cries that this was their forever home in the next breath, so which is it? If an investment property you paid $300,000 and were offered over $500,000, I'd say that's a pretty good investment. Pay the original note off and use the proceeds on another property. You can also sue the title company, for not discovering the road project and make even more money. I'd say your investment strategy is a blessing from the man above. So please just stop crying about your investment property its doing just what you wanted, making you money just not in the way you intended.
Do you think the government should have the power to seize private property for public projects? How do we ensure that property owners are treated fairly and transparently in eminent domain cases? What protections should be in place for homeowners and small businesses?
@PigeonForgeEminentDomain This seems to be your general answer. In short feelings don't matter, it's law period. Sometimes you have to eat a Shi* sandwich in life. You were made a very generous offer with taxpayers' funds, yet your wanting more. Your so religious think of it as a blessing.
I have read some comments left on wbir news in Knoxville that really P me off one that I thought bad was from a pigeon forge lady she made a statement that said quote the people that were buying the house was damn Ohio people and they were just getting a piece of rental property like pigeon forge needs more northern folks getting rich off southern hospitality. That shows her schooling.
It better make them nervous…the oadacity of these political and entitled ars’s. Take everything they got every single one of them and lets see if this ever happens again to anyone.
The word of god tells you to follow the law of the land... move a road at the cost of taxpayers who live in that community full time.... for your privileged behind?
Thank you for your comments. We firmly believe that the government should not have the authority to arbitrarily decide the value of our property or determine when they can take it. 1. **Valuation Issues**: The $490K offer we received, based on the city’s appraisal using residential comparables, significantly undervalues our property. This method does not accurately capture its true market value and potential. 2. **Eminent Domain Concerns**: It is fundamentally unfair for the government to decide when they can seize private property. Property owners should have a substantial say in these matters, ensuring the process is fair, transparent, and includes just compensation based on accurate valuations. This case underscores the need for reform in how eminent domain is handled. Property rights must be respected, and owners deserve fair treatment and appropriate compensation. You believe governments should be allowed to infringe on property rights?
“Is there a time when we should intentionally disobey the laws of the land?” The answer to that question may be found in Acts 5:27-29, “Having brought the apostles, they made them appear before the Sanhedrin to be questioned by the high priest. 'We gave you strict orders not to teach in this Name,' he said. 'Yet you have filled Jerusalem with your teaching and are determined to make us guilty of this man’s blood.' Peter and the other apostles replied: ‘We must obey God rather than men!'“ From this, it is clear that as long as the law of the land does not contradict the law of God, we are bound to obey the law of the land. As soon as the law of the land contradicts God’s command, we are to disobey the law of the land and obey God’s law. Also Shadrach, Meshach and Abed-nego didn't obey the law of the land to fall down and worship the image that Nebuchadnezza made. The law in many states lets women abort/murder their unborn children. God tells us to not murder one another, so does man's laws supersede God's authority here? Man can be evil and corrupt. You have to go by what the Word of God says if man's laws goes against God.
@@PigeonForgeEminentDomain They’d feel differently if they were on the receiving end of this scandal. It’s so easy to point fingers when you aren’t the one being screwed over.
Faith is the most dishonest position a person can have as faith is not, and can not ever be a reliable path to truth. All people of faith have one thing in common, a delusion outlook on reality.
To all the ones who think what the government is doing is right and just - let's just think about that for a moment. Have you questioned what the contractors are being paid that are bulldozing this down? Have you ever questioned any government contractor? Does the scenario change if they are trying to take your 90 year old grandmother's house who is unable and UNWILLING to move? What about if it was your property that you had spelled out how it was to be used and how you were going to live off the income from it for the rest of your life? Does the government now get to make that decision for you? This government is balking about a citizen standing up for what is right and just. Think it doesn't happen to the elderly and vulnerable populations? Think again. They are the ones who can't fight. I am proud of these people who are fighting not only for themselves, but for those who can't. They have shined a spotlight and heard stories of this happening to all sorts of people. The way the system is set up, we just let government contractors and elected officials take what they want from the taxpayer and then complain when one of our own stands up to it? Come on people. You've got it all wrong.
Thank you so much for your insightful and passionate comment. We truly appreciate your support and the time you took to articulate these important points. It's voices like yours that help bring attention to these critical issues and inspire us to keep fighting for what is right and just. Your perspective is invaluable, and we are proud to have you as part of our community. Thank you again for standing with us and advocating for fairness and transparency.
Another point I want to make is the easier we make this for government officials, the more likely they are to keep doing it. It should be a hard decision for them to do this. They have to be made accountable to We the People. They cannot just pay fair market value for anything they set their sights on.
The only thing is, this was purchased as an investment property! It’s not owned by a 90 year old grandpa who lived there his whole life. This situation sucks, but after reading the city’s statement (and watching ALL of these videos), I think the city has offered fair compensation for this property. The last video said they were still responsible for the mortgage, but the city says they have paid it off. So maybe the last video forced the city to pay off the mortgage? I would think that if they countered the city’s offer with a more realistic number, this whole case would be over. Good luck going to court, I doubt they’ll get much more than the city’s offer once the lawyers get their share.
@@jimharris5049 ok, fair statement, they have the means to fight this better than a 90 year old. Ok, so now the question becomes, where is the line drawn? What can be done to one, can be done to another. That's why I say they are fighting against government overreach for everyone. The better able ones in our society must stand for those who can't fight. Have you checked into how much the contractor's are being paid and who they are by chance?
@@sheilahaynes2425 I agree government overreach is out of control. Good to them if they have the means to hold them accountable!
I think what the city is doing is BS and the fact the Mayor’s family is part owner of the future RV park and will benefit financially smells of corruption. When this property became available for sell, the government should have bought it then. As far as contractors go, they could care less as long as they get paid!
Good job, the court of public opinion first and court next.
The Race Family has been making their case on youtube for months now - yesterday the City finally presented it's defense. They bought the house for 306K about two years ago. The city claimed eminent domain and offered FMV of 490K but they wanted 3 million. The City went up to 539K and the Race's last demand was 1.5 Million. The city took procession of the property and deposited the FMV amount of 490K in escrow. They bought the house with a realtor but there is nothing said about what disclosures were required. The campground route was cancelled rightfully so since it will provide more tax income to the city than the single family house taken down.
Thank you for your input. We strongly believe that no government should have the power to arbitrarily decide the value of private property or determine when they can seize it through eminent domain.
Our property was appraised using residential comps, which do not accurately reflect its true value or potential. The offer of $490K doesn't come close to what the property is worth. The government's approach to this matter has been neither fair nor transparent.
Moreover, the idea that the government can unilaterally decide to take someone's home without proper compensation or a fair appraisal process is fundamentally wrong. Property owners should have a significant voice in these decisions.
Do you believe that the government should have the authority to determine property values and decide when they can take someone's home?
@@PigeonForgeEminentDomain No they should not.
That house was not worth 1.5 million or 3 million.If the city paid that for your house they would be ripping the tax payers off 490 -306 =184 thousand dollar profit for 2 years .sounds like a great return on investment
From what I understand this property was in commercial area and that makes the value much higher. How much would a motel chain or a Wal- Mart pay for the property?
@@PigeonForgeEminentDomain the city did not arbitrarily decide the value of the property. The value that they offered was based on the price that you paid (which set a fair market value on the property). They offered MORE than you paid (as you are well aware), then they offered a substantial increase over that, which you declined.
The route of the road was set prior to your purchase of the property. The seller, the title company, and your real estate agent did you a serious disservice by not telling you about the road. The seller might even be liable for failing to disclose.
But you would rather try to lambast the city and delete any comments that share the truth of the situation. I am not accusing you of lying. But you are certainly lying not being fully forthcoming with what really happened.
Keep fighting! God is on your side!❤
Thank you very much
Keep fighting for what's right. Amen!! the government should not be able to walk over people. We live in a Constitutional Republic.
We want JUSTICE!
Thank you so much
Prayers for your family.🙏
Thank you
@@PigeonForgeEminentDomain I only live an hour away from you.
I believe it has to do with a mayor's property in that area..hold strong ❤
They're dirty dirty dirty...Get the best attorney, Sue, make them pay...and ur legal fees too...
Without seeing it I can say NO I DONT THINK ITS RIGHT ‼️ Praying for you and JUSTICE 🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏💕💕💕
Thank you so much
I am so sorry you are going through something so blatantly illegal and wrong yet you can't do a damn thing to stop it. My heart goes out to you and I hope you can get justice in this life. I am not religious but I think God most certainly will be waiting for these people. I hope they like hot temperatures. Good luck I'll be watching hoping for justice. ❤
Thank you very much
@@PigeonForgeEminentDomain ♥️
You go girl!
The Bible plainly speaks about messing with God’s children.
Thank you so much
Amen 👏
@@kellieharrison461 we are all Gods children,that includes the mayor and the city council
The bible is also not reality.
I just wanted to let you know that I sent an email to the City Administrator hoping it might get to the right person, that my family and I vacation in Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge every year and would no longer spend one penny in Pigeon Forge ever again. I’m sure it won’t do any good but just know we stand with you and God Bless You and your family 🙏
I appreciate your support. It means the world to our family
I seen your story on the news yesterday. Prayers
Thank you so much
The mayor and his brother are currupt, along with the councle, following the money!!!
I've noticed that now they are bombarding utube with commercials , come to pigeon forge, like it's a wholesome place to bring your family
In the mean time corruption and deceitful
People are lurking behind
the scenes
I'll never go there again!!!
🤝🙏
My biggest issue is the government has offered to pay off their mortgage, pay them 490k. So take it and buy another home to build your legacy. The counter offer is a bit excessive. I can see being made whole and maybe something for the stress bit in the millions? No that's greedy.
Was the government being greedy by telling us we have no option but to give them our property? We gave an unreasonable offer to an unreasonable request by the government of giving up our property. Do you not believe in property rights?
@PigeonForgeEminentDomain I don't agree with what the government did at all, eminent domain isn't new. I take issue with how much you countered with, twice! That seems greedy. I think you should be compensated for your home and some for stress 100% just not in the millions.
Well we don’t want the millions just our property.
@PigeonForgeEminentDomain well your property is gone. You asked for 3 million then 1.5. They then offered you over 500k which I feel they should of at least given you 750k and paid attorney fees. This would of allowed you to buy something else and put this behind you. I would also go after the real estate agent and anyone else who knew your house was in danger. Sadly, eminent domain happens in this country and it's bullshit BUT if they are willing to make you whole then take it and move on.
I’ve got to ask. Where is your husband in all of this? I don’t see him sitting beside you in the videos, or screaming from the hilltops about this “injustice”. If he feels the same way you do, why is he silently letting his wife fight this battle in the public eye all alone? This could be perceived as a lack of solidarity between husband and wife on the issue at hand.
Get you a great lawyer and sue the mayor along with the city.
That's not good advice, even if they win a judgement the city can appeal it and kick the can down the road for years
Sue for what? A legal process approved by the courts? Only person who will win is the lawyer they hire.
You should have took 539k and bought another rental property. Try buying something in Toledo.
That property is worth double that with the commercial zoning rating it has, they are gonna end up withe triple that now and before you say that will never happen, it already has in other eminent domain cases where cities try screwing over is hard working American families!! I’ve seen it happen before in my 30 years of being a Real Estate Broker specializing in investment properties and we will help Mika carry this to the Supreme Court if necessary!
They're causing themselves a lot of grief, the city gave them a fair offer for what they paid and put into the house
No, no, nooooo! They put their blood, sweat, and tears into that. Some things are not for sale. Ever. Period.
@@user-wg9fi6pn4k NOOOOOOO! Just think for a minute how much they put into remodeling this property then think how much revenue they could’ve made renting it out on a nightly basis per yer! That’s what they were looking to do. It was an investment to supply their children’s children with a steady ready made income!!! That price didn’t even come close!!!!!
@@1982MCINo it's not, you people are ridiculous. That house isn't even worth what the city is offering.
Goes to show you don't own what you buy in terms of land and homes..
It is a very broad and clear reason not to buy anything through here in Tennessee 💯
I’m on the line of Sevierville and PF is 30 minutes from me. Take it to the highest court!!
Make it right! ❤
Thank you !
Good, it’s about time they got nervous- if they’re afraid of us, I’d hate to see how they feel when God judges them for their actions. We got your back Miss Mika. Until the day you say stop. I know you’re not a liar - or God would not have put your videos in my path. 😉🥰🙏
Thank you so much. May I add that the video you shared has 2.5M views. You are amazing!
You're nuts and greedy if you think you should get 3 million for that house. Goodluck 😂 you'll need it.
You can release anything you want to us but we ae not the folks you have to convince. You need to settle this in a court of law.
The city just bulldozed your rental house. Your apparently not making them nervous. And honestly when it comes down to it it really don't matter what people on you tube decides it's not up to them whether you get 3 million or not.
You can not say no to the offer they first give you then work with them about this and that
I would like to read the newspaper article, but cannot due to only seeing partial article unless we subscribe to that newspaper.
some one posted a readable link in the comments
Maybe Institute for Justice can help in some way.
Keep fighting! A lot of people went through the same thing you did and they also live in TN and other states - all a land grab for their 15 min cities
Thank you so much. I intend on it ❤
We have been going to Pigeon Forge every year for over 25 years and spending a full week. No more!
The government offered 490k for their home they said they wanted 3 million. They were going to be fairly compensated. I was fully supportive of this family until I read what's really going on. We just rebooked our family vacation for Aug and October.
@NewEnglnd-kk9zz well, that certainly was not disclosed by them. Puts a whole new light on this story. Thank you for that info. Changes everything.
Town officials are in the wrong
Good!!!! The government, which is supposed to be by the people for the people, needs a wake-up call, and I think you are well on your way to being that wake-up call on a national level.
Thank you!!!! We appreciate your support
And to think I thought I was missing out by not visiting PF. I won’t be going after hearing what they did to your family. 🙏
Have alerts set but not getting notices annoying...
Just try resetting them It worked for me.
I read a story about this on news. Thus is your 2nd home. So you pd little over $300k and the city offered you what IMO incredible offer. You could buy a very nice other 2nd home.
Thank you for your comments. We strongly believe that the government should not have the unilateral power to determine the value of our property or decide when they can take it.
1. **Property Valuation**: The $490K offer on our property, which was valued by the city using residential comps, does not accurately reflect its true worth. The use of inappropriate comparables undervalues the property and does not consider its full potential.
2. **Eminent Domain Concerns**: The concept that the government can decide when to take someone's home is fundamentally flawed and unjust. Property owners should have a significant say in such decisions, and the process should be transparent and fair, with appropriate compensation based on accurate appraisals.
This situation highlights a critical issue: the need for reform in how eminent domain is executed. It’s essential that property rights are respected and that owners receive fair treatment and compensation.
Do you believe government should be able to take property?
“ Do you believe government should be able to take property?”
This is an irrelevant question.
“Should”
The government already can and does as we have all been made more aware of via your experience.
Government should never have the right to take someone's property, if you are paying or have paid it in full. When you sign the contract you are obligated. In this case the government is wrong!!!
I have a question. Why counter offer for 3 million dollars after the City was offered more than what you paid for just two years ago? I understand that you were/are upset (as anyone would be), but come on ..$3,000,000.00. Eminent domain stinks when it happens. It happened to my parents (who *lived* in their home) for the same reason. They were compensated. My parents didn't except the first offer, but were reasonable with their counter offer.
I'm sorry that this did happen to you, but I do feel that you were being unreasonable by asking for $3,000,000.00 when you paid under $400,00.00. Even $1.5 million is unreasonable.
I get it, you're upset and you should be, because it wasn't disclosed to you at the time of your purchase. You were taken advantage of by the previous owner. They saw someone from out of State and took full advantage of you not knowing there was a plan in place to take the property.
Do you believe the government is being reasonable saying they’re taking our property no questions ask? That was the point of the offer. It’s in the Mountain Press and several of our videos. It’s was an unreasonable offer to unreasonable ask from the government.
@@PigeonForgeEminentDomain do I believe that eminent domain is fair? No, but it's a law. If we don't like laws, there's a way to change them.
Like I said in my first comment. My parents went through almost the same thing. The only difference was my parents *lived* in their home. It was a tragedy that they had to sell their home to the government. But, it is what it is. The road that was built through my parent's property is helping the people. My parents took the second offer and they moved.
Again, eminent domain stinks, but it is a law. All home buyers risk eminent domain happening to them. This is nothing new that happened just to you. Luckily for you, this is a second property. How many people are affected by eminent domain and have to truly uproot their lives?
As far as your offer and counter offer. Yes, you're being unreasonable. Your house and land are not valued over a million dollars. Why should taxpayers have to pay more than it's worth?
I don't like eminent domain, I never have. But as a home owner, I take the risk of it happening to me...as *all* home owners do.
@kfitz4520 okay… and this is why we are fighting it. Just because it didn’t happen to our primary resident means we can’t fight. How would one go about changing laws? By accepting the government’s offer and not documenting it to gain public’s attention of it. Our biggest supporters are people who have went through it. We’ve had numerous conversations with them. They are thrilled we are bringing so attention to it. We are currently working with county commissioners in Tennessee to adjust laws. It’s not like we’re just sitting here stirring up things with intentions of getting rich and not fighting for everybody.
By telling me you're a person of faith makes me believe you may NOT be truthful. You have to be very careful with people that claim to worship invisible beings and live their life through that lens.
Ohio?
You are not the only person this has been done to and won't be last you should have taken offer
Yeah just keep rolling over and getting screwed.. smh
She is a fighter. Maybe the others were not.
@@slaw8609Thank you
@@deborahphillips7571God bless you
Grow up
They were offered money twice and they wanted 3 million than 1 million. Greed.
Ma'am your own website says you are a "public speaker and a story teller passed down for generations"
Ohio says it all. By the way the parkway in PF is packed this weekend😊
Welcome to pigeon forge I was also a person who evicted from a home with out reason but these people are saleing off property and now I'm separated from my young daughter bc we was forced to leave a home that was never late on rent I didn't own this property but I did put a barn up and was planning on long term as the landlord was promising upon us moving into the home 4 years in we have less that 30 days to move
I'm sorry sevierville
Just know we are on your side
Locals are not. There's 2 sides to every story and just because hers is louder doesn't mean it's right
So there are many things wrong here, with that said most of them deal with morals of the township. A lawsuit will go nowhere, as eminent domain is a legal process approved by the courts. This woman claims that the house was bought as an investment property. She claims that "investment property" is even written on the mortgage paperwork from the bank. She then cries that this was their forever home in the next breath, so which is it? If an investment property you paid $300,000 and were offered over $500,000, I'd say that's a pretty good investment. Pay the original note off and use the proceeds on another property. You can also sue the title company, for not discovering the road project and make even more money. I'd say your investment strategy is a blessing from the man above. So please just stop crying about your investment property its doing just what you wanted, making you money just not in the way you intended.
Do you think the government should have the power to seize private property for public projects? How do we ensure that property owners are treated fairly and transparently in eminent domain cases? What protections should be in place for homeowners and small businesses?
@PigeonForgeEminentDomain This seems to be your general answer. In short feelings don't matter, it's law period. Sometimes you have to eat a Shi* sandwich in life. You were made a very generous offer with taxpayers' funds, yet your wanting more. Your so religious think of it as a blessing.
You should push for criminal charges
I have read some comments left on wbir news in Knoxville that really P me off one that I thought bad was from a pigeon forge lady she made a statement that said quote the people that were buying the house was damn Ohio people and they were just getting a piece of rental property like pigeon forge needs more northern folks getting rich off southern hospitality. That shows her schooling.
Makes you wonder, how does she feel about the tourists who dump millions of dollars in that town 🤔
It better make them nervous…the oadacity of these political and entitled ars’s. Take everything they got every single one of them and lets see if this ever happens again to anyone.
The word of god tells you to follow the law of the land... move a road at the cost of taxpayers who live in that community full time.... for your privileged behind?
Thank you for your comments. We firmly believe that the government should not have the authority to arbitrarily decide the value of our property or determine when they can take it.
1. **Valuation Issues**: The $490K offer we received, based on the city’s appraisal using residential comparables, significantly undervalues our property. This method does not accurately capture its true market value and potential.
2. **Eminent Domain Concerns**: It is fundamentally unfair for the government to decide when they can seize private property. Property owners should have a substantial say in these matters, ensuring the process is fair, transparent, and includes just compensation based on accurate valuations.
This case underscores the need for reform in how eminent domain is handled. Property rights must be respected, and owners deserve fair treatment and appropriate compensation.
You believe governments should be allowed to infringe on property rights?
“Is there a time when we should intentionally disobey the laws of the land?” The answer to that question may be found in Acts 5:27-29, “Having brought the apostles, they made them appear before the Sanhedrin to be questioned by the high priest. 'We gave you strict orders not to teach in this Name,' he said. 'Yet you have filled Jerusalem with your teaching and are determined to make us guilty of this man’s blood.' Peter and the other apostles replied: ‘We must obey God rather than men!'“ From this, it is clear that as long as the law of the land does not contradict the law of God, we are bound to obey the law of the land. As soon as the law of the land contradicts God’s command, we are to disobey the law of the land and obey God’s law.
Also Shadrach, Meshach and Abed-nego didn't obey the law of the land to fall down and worship the image that Nebuchadnezza made.
The law in many states lets women abort/murder their unborn children. God tells us to not murder one another, so does man's laws supersede God's authority here? Man can be evil and corrupt. You have to go by what the Word of God says if man's laws goes against God.
@@PigeonForgeEminentDomain They’d feel differently if they were on the receiving end of this scandal. It’s so easy to point fingers when you aren’t the one being screwed over.
Is there any petition we can sign to help you?
Oh yes they get nervous when they get thrown in the spotlight for their dirty deeds
Oh surprise - a believer in god wanting to scam the tax payer.
So you’re okay with government taking property no questions asked?
@@PigeonForgeEminentDomain But that's not what I said.
JOHN 7 KJB
Not !
Faith is the most dishonest position a person can have as faith is not, and can not ever be a reliable path to truth. All people of faith have one thing in common, a delusion outlook on reality.