Having come from the NorthEast and specifically Maine I was spoiled with amazing restaurants. Maine restaurants seem to be a step above the rest of the United States for seafood especially, but also the foodie scene in general. If you ever go to Maine email me and I will give you a list of places you must hit for food and drinks. If you have travelled to Nashville or live here you have most likely heard of 12th South. This road is filled with great coffee shops, my favorite is The Frothy Monkey. There is boutique clothing shops, like Reese Witherspoon's Draper James. But the restaurants on 12t ..read more

MOVING WITH PETS 101 Moving is one of life’s most stressful events for humans, so it stands to reason that it’s very stressful for our pets as well. If you’re making a big move anytime soon and your family includes a furry member or two, here are a few do’s and don’ts to keep in mind. 5 THINGS YOU SHOULD DO WHEN MOVING WITH PETS 1. REASSURE YOUR PET(S) The weeks leading up to your move can be a confusing time for your pet. Make sure you take time to play with them, reassuring them that everything is fine. 2. STICK TO THEIR ROUTINE In the days and weeks leading up to your move, things can get a ..read more

A QUICK COMPARISON BETWEEN SINGLE-FAMILY AND MULTI-FAMILY INVESTMENT PROPERTIES Many people make the mistake of thinking that multi-family investment properties produce the most income for their owners. While this might be the case in most situations since these properties are designed to produce multiple sources of income, single-family homes can sometimes produce more income in some situations. To help you decide which property is right for you, check out the quick comparison between the two below. THE ADVANTAGES OF INVESTING IN SINGLE-FAMILY PROPERTIES It’s easier to buy single-family prop ..read more

While many areas of the economy have contracted, the housing market has stayed remarkably strong. But can the good news last? When COVID-related shutdowns began last March, real estate brokers and clients scrambled to respond to the shift. Record-low interest rates caused some lenders to call a halt to new underwriting, and homeowners debated whether or not to put their houses on the market. However, those first days of uncertainty ushered in a period of unprecedented demand in the U.S. real estate market, which ended the year with increasing average home prices (up 13.4% from the previous yea ..read more

THINGS YOU SHOULD KNOW BEFORE INVESTING IN YOUR FIRST RENTAL PROPERTY Real estate investing has turned out some of the richest people in the world, so there’s no reason to think that it can’t do the same for you. If you’re thinking of investing in rental property in Nashville my market or anywhere else, be sure you’re well-versed in what all is involved as not everyone is cut out for real estate investing. Below are several things to think about before investing in your first rental property. 1. ARE YOU READY TO BE A LANDLORD? Many first-time real estate investors will do their own repairs and ..read more

HOUSE THUMPS, BUMPS, AND SQUEAKS YOU SHOULDN’T IGNORE You know all those sounds your house makes? You’ve likely gotten so used to them that you don’t even hear them anymore. It happens, but in some cases, those sounds could be a prelude to something bigger and they shouldn’t be ignored. Below, we discover the source of some of the most common house sounds and whether you should call for help when you hear them. WHAT’S THAT NOISE? Homeowners address the thumps, bumps, and squeaks their homes make differently. Some hear the noise and immediately think something is wrong and address the issue rig ..read more

There are many misconceptions in Real Estate. One of the biggest misconceptions is that you will save money if you call the listing agent and view the home with them and make an offer with them. WRONG . When a Listing Agent signs a contract to represent the Seller, they agree to a total amount of commission. In that contract they agree to split in some percentage a large portion of that commission with the Buyer's Agent who brings the buyer and works on the Buyers behalf. The amount of commission in that contract is binding and if the home sells that full amount will be charged whether there i ..read more

5 FEATURES YOUR HOME SHOULD HAVE TO MAKE IT SELL FASTER The coronavirus pandemic has changed the way we do just about everything these days. From how we interact with others to the things we look for in a new home, COVID-19 has introduced some different rules to play by. As such, the home selling and buying process is a lot different, too. These days, buyers are looking for homes with home offices, outdoor spaces, and areas to socialize safely. If you’re selling your home during these trying times, you need to make sure your Nashville area home has the features buyers are looking for most. Bel ..read more

HELPFUL TIPS YOU MAY NOT ALREADY KNOW FROM REAL ESTATE EXPERTS Buying your first home? What an exciting and often confusing time! As a first-time homebuyer, you’ll need to make decisions that will affect your entire life, which can be an overwhelming prospect for many people. To help you make the right decisions during this time, we’ve put together a few helpful tips you may not already know. 1. GET YOUR FINANCIAL DUCKS IN A ROW FIRST Before making an offer on a house, be sure your financial ducks are in a row, so to speak. Get a pre-approval for a mortgage before you begin house hunting, so y ..read more

TIPS TO HELP MAXIMIZE YOUR HOME’S SELLING POTENTIAL So, you’ve decided it’s time to sell your house. What an exciting, and often overwhelming, time. Selling a home takes time and effort, from running a successful open house to bringing in serious offers, you’ll need to stay on top of things. Below, we’ve put together a few tips to help you with the selling process, so you get the best deal possible when selling your first home. 1. DON’T FORGO THE REAL ESTATE AGENT Although it’s tempting to not hire a real estate agent when selling your home, resist the temptation. I know Nashville neighborhood ..read more