About FIG

Property managers who are investors, neighbors and owners too.

Freedom Investment Group, Inc., doing business as FIG Property Management, is a licensed Tennessee real estate firm based in Knoxville.

Our story

It started with our own homes.

Katie and Clay Linkous started Freedom Investment Group in Knoxville in 2017, managing rentals they owned. As other owners saw the care and systems behind those homes, they asked us to manage theirs. Today we care for more than 700 homes across 4 Tennessee markets, and our partnership still owns more than 100 of them.

Our founders have personally bought and sold more than $20 million in real estate, so we see every decision the way an owner does. Many of the homes we manage are still ones our founders own.

That's why our team is measured on what matters to owners and residents: vacancy, days on market, turn time, resident retention and how well each home is kept. We are not rewarded for signing more leases or for turnover.

What guides how we work

Generous

Remarkable

Accountable

Community Minded

Empowering

The people you'll talk to

Katie Linkous

Katie Linkous

President and CEO

Katie and her husband Clay incorporated Freedom Investment Group in 2017 and have been committed to providing Freedom In Housing. As President and CEO, Katie brings a wealth of knowledge and experience as an investor and leader in the community and cares deeply for the success of all of the individuals they work with and serve.

Cassidy Johnson

Cassidy Johnson

Account Manager

Cassidy was born and raised in Knoxville and has been part of the FIG team since 2022. She recently earned her bachelor's degree in history and loves learning about people and their stories, which carries naturally into building relationships in property management. She is a trusted resource for property owners, helping them feel informed, supported and confident in their investments. Outside of work, she spends time with her two cats, Maren and Martha, and her puppy, Mae.

Karel Whiston

Karel Whiston

Accounting Manager

Karel is a dedicated wife, proud mom and experienced accountant who brings both precision and heart to everything she does. She balances the details without losing sight of the bigger picture. Outside of work, she enjoys exploring great restaurants, time with her family, and peaceful sunrise walks along the beach.

Kayla McEntyre

Kayla McEntyre

Office Administrator

Kayla lives in Knoxville with her husband, Dustin, and their five fur babies. She moved from Colorado and enjoys the Tennessee mountains without the Colorado cold. An artist in her free time, she loves painting, creating for others and teaching. She keeps the team running smoothly day to day and is always thinking a few months ahead.

Julia Sibley

Julia Sibley

Maintenance Coordinator and Administrator

Julia was born and raised in Knoxville. She loves keeping things organized and making sure everything runs smoothly for the team. Outside of work, you'll probably find her on the pickleball court or with her husband, Spencer, and their dog, Rocket. The two share a love for fragrances and run a small business together.

Johann Balderas

Johann Balderas

Assistant Resident Specialist

Johann is fluent in Spanish and known for being dependable, kind and easy to work with. He enjoys time with his wife and plays soccer competitively. His teamwork on the field and positive attitude carry over into everything he does at FIG.

Visit or contact us

300 Merchant Dr, Ste 102
Knoxville, TN 37912

Phone (865) 296-0358
info@figpminc.com for residents and owners
leasing@figpminc.com for rentals and applications

Office hours

Monday
Closed
Tuesday
10am – 6pm
Wednesday
10am – 6pm
Thursday
10am – 6pm
Friday
10am – 6pm
Saturday
Closed
Sunday
Closed

Emergency maintenance, 24/7: (865) 344-1131

Freedom In Housing

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Call (865) 296-0358 or email info@figpminc.com.