Blogs by Author - James Crawford

Jan 29, 2026 • 4 min read

Winter Weather Wake-Up Call: What Nashville Ice Storms Teach Us About Home Preparedness

If the recent ice event in Nashville felt disruptive, you’re not imagining it. Middle Tennessee doesn’t get frequent severe winter weather, which is exactly why it can hit harder when it does. Slick roads, power outages, burst pipes, and weeks of cleanup are common side effects.Long-time Nashvillians still reference the 1994 ice storm, when prolonged freezing rain crippled power infrastructure, s

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Jan 29, 2026 4 min read

Winter Weather Wake-Up Call: What Nashville Ice Storms Teach Us About Home Preparedness

If the recent ice event in Nashville felt disruptive, you’re not imagining it. Middle Tennessee doesn’t get frequent severe winter weather, which is exactly why it can hit harder when it does. Slick roads, power outages, burst pipes, and weeks of cleanup are common side effects.Long-time Nashvillians still reference the 1994 ice storm, when prolonged freezing rain crippled power infrastructure, s

Nov 26, 2025 3 min read

Is Now a Bad Time to Buy a Home in Nashville?

No — it's not automatically a bad time to buy in Nashville. But it's not automatically a great time either. It really depends on your payment comfort, your timeline, and whether you value negotiating room over chasing the perfect interest rate. As Nashville natives who have worked with buyers across Donelson, East Nashville, Bellevue, and beyond, we can tell you: this is a transitional market, an

Oct 30, 2025 5 min read

Nashville Contract Cancellations Hit 16%: What Sellers Need to Know

What September's contract cancellation spike means for your home saleThis Halloween season, there's something spooky happening in Nashville real estate—and it's not just the jack-o'-lanterns on front porches.Nashville homebuyers are vanishing into thin air at an alarming rate, leaving sellers holding signed contracts that suddenly mean nothing. According to new data from Redfin, 16.1% of home-pur

Oct 27, 2025 1 min read

Mt. Juliet Approves “The Sutton” Mixed-Use Project: What Buyers & Sellers Should Know

City leaders gave the green light to The Sutton near Golden Bear Gateway—hundreds of homes plus new commercial space. If you live, work, or plan to move in 37122 or nearby, here's the no-nonsense breakdown.Mt. Juliet keeps evolving from "bedroom community" to a more complete suburb with amenities you don't have to drive across town to enjoy. Mixed-use means homes plus daily needs—convenience that

Oct 27, 2025 2 min read

6 Common Home-Selling Myths—Debunked for Nashville & Middle Tennessee

If you're thinking of selling your home anywhere from Nashville's trendy neighborhoods to Hendersonville or Spring Hill, you've likely heard a lot of advice—and a lot of myths. After 500+ homes sold locally, we've seen which assumptions cost sellers both time and money. Here's the real deal, no fluff.Reality: In many Nashville neighborhoods (East Nashville, Donelson, Mt. Juliet), buyers aren't ex

Aug 13, 2025 3 min read

Nashville Housing Market August 2025: Current Data & Trends 📊

The latest Nashville market data reveals some encouraging shifts that both buyers and sellers should know about. Here's what's really happening in Music City's real estate scene.Nashville's housing market is sitting pretty in what we'd call the "Goldilocks zone" right now. With a Market Action Index of 32, we're experiencing a slight seller's advantage - not the wild bidding wars of 2021, but not

Jul 8, 2025 4 min read

What's an HPR? Horizontal Property Regimes vs Condos vs Townhouses in Nashville 🏠

Confused about HPRs, condos, and townhouses in Nashville? You're not alone! As Nashville natives and realtors with 21 years of experience, Stephanie and I break down these property types so you can make the best decision for your Nashville home purchase.A few years back, I was showing homes in 12 South to Sheryl Crow's road manager when Sheryl herself joined us halfway through. While discussing t

Jun 27, 2025 3 min read

Best of Nashville TN: Complete Guide for New Residents & Home Buyers

Nashville isn't just the country music capital of the world—it's a vibrant city where Southern charm meets modern innovation. Whether you're considering making Nashville your home or you're already a local looking for new adventures, we've compiled the ultimate guide to the best experiences Music City has to offer. 🏡It's no wonder that approximately 70 people move to Nashville every single day!

Jun 27, 2025 3 min read

What's the Deal with Off Market & Pocket Listings in Nashville?

Recently, a friend in Washington DC reached out for advice on choosing a Nashville Realtor for his growing family. He was worried that not working with a specific agent from a large brokerage might mean missing out on their "exclusive" private listings. Sound familiar? 🤔This concern touches on something every Nashville home buyer and seller should understand: you deserve equal access to the Nash

Jun 23, 2025 5 min read

Nashville First-Time Home Buyer's Guide: 21 Expert Tips from Local Realtors

Your complete guide to buying your first home in Music City, written by experienced Nashville real estate professionalsBuying your first home in Nashville is an exciting milestone, but it can also feel overwhelming in today's market. As Nashville realtors James & Stephanie Crawford with 21 years of experience, we've helped hundreds of first-time buyers navigate everything from bidding wars in The

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