"Core Values" written on note
May 21, 2026

If you are looking to invest in the short-term rental market of the Smoky Mountains, then you have come to the right place. At Local Development Group, our team understands the dynamics of the area’s market, and we have extensive experience delivering great results for our investors. If you are interested in learning more about our Smoky Mountain Development Company, there is no better way to start than with our core values:

1. One Thing Everything

100% graphic

Our first value, “One Thing Everything,” may not be self-explanatory, but it is foundational to what we do here at Local Development Group. What we mean by this phrase is that we are able to deliver the best possible results for our investors through our in-house process. In fact, we handle 100% of every project in-house, which ensures that each person involved in the project is completely aligned in vision and strategy.

2. D2A (Direct to Action)

The second of our core values is that taking action at the right time is critical to the success of a project, which is why we utilize data-driven land selection to move quickly and secure the right properties at the best cost. Additionally, the vertical alignment provided by our in-house team goes a long way towards enabling fast and efficient decision-making.

3. Make Your Point Without Making an Enemy

people shaking hands

Next among the core values at our Smoky Mountain Development Company is to utilize strong communication to get any necessary points across without creating enemies. We care deeply about our relationships throughout the Smoky Mountains, and we work hard to preserve them by handling disagreements respectfully and working to see everyone’s point of view.

4. Feelings > Perception > Reality

You may have heard the saying that you will forget what someone said, but you will remember how they made you feel. This is especially relevant in the short-term rental market, as the feelings visitors experience while staying at a property tend to long outlast memories of specific details. Our design team creates experience-focused interiors that are centered around guest satisfaction to ensure everyone leaves with great feelings to remember!

5. The Fastest Way to Profitability is to Control Your Expenses

bookkeeping next to piggy bank

Our next value is that profitability can be best obtained by controlling expenses, which also ties into our 100% in-house process. Rather than paying lots of fees to outside contractors, dealing with significant markups, and other issues that can inflate costs, the in-house team here at our Smoky Mountain Development Company works seamlessly together to deliver the best results at the lowest cost.

6. Don’t Be Alone When You Get Where You Want to Go

Last, but certainly not least among our core values, is that you should never be alone once you end up where you want to go. The partnerships and relationships that are forged in the area along the way can be some of the most valuable assets when it comes to growing the short-term rental market while respecting our community here in the Smoky Mountains.

These core values guide everything that we do here at Local Development Group, and they have enabled us to deliver great results for our investors. If you want to learn more about us and inquire about becoming a local partner, then reach out to our Smoky Mountain Development Company today! We look forward to hearing from you.

Related Blog Posts

construction worker building cabin in smoky mountains
October 22, 2025
Answering Your Top Questions About Building a Smoky Mountains Cabin with Us
happy investor looking at computer
February 12, 2026
4 Reasons Investors Love Working with Our Tennessee Development Company
vacation homes in the Smoky Mountains
December 23, 2025
3 Ways We Can Build Perfect Vacation Homes in the Smoky Mountains
home in the smoky mountains
August 6, 2025
4 Reasons to Choose Us to Build Your Dream Cabin in the Smoky Mountains