What does a real estate agent do all day?
Thinking of becoming an agent in Nashville or somewhere else? Here is a list of 70+ things that real estate agents do daily. This list was created by a robot.
Is My Nashville Home Value Depreciating?
With all the uncertainty in this economy, many homeowners are worried that things are going downhill and home values are depreciating. If this is something you’re concerned about, we're sharing some information that we hope will give you peace of mind. First, to...
Best Neighborhoods to Shop for Homes Under $300k in Nashville (Part 1)
When shopping for homes in Nashville, many people assume you can't buy “anything good” under $300,000 in Davidson County anymore. While those properties aren't as plentiful as they were just a few years ago, there are still good deals in our area, even with...
The Nashville Real Estate Market Is Officially Cooling Off…
The July 2022 housing stats are in, and it's official: the Nashville market is cooling off, though perhaps not in the way you were expecting. The number of transactions dipped by 19% in July when compared to the same time last year. We also saw a 76% increase in...
SCAM Alert: Opendoor Fined by FTC, Promises to Stop Cheating Consumers
The sentiment among Realtors seems to be best summed up by a recent wry tweet from a New York area agent: “I am totally shocked that a salesperson working for a buyer persuaded unrepresented homeowners to sell their homes for less than they were worth.” He's referring...
Hidden Gems in Nashville: Local Foodies Reveal the Must-Try Restaurants | REDFIN
“There’s a reason that all the tourists clamor for Nashville Hot Chicken. We often venture to South Nashville to fill up on the original at Prince’s Hot Chicken. I can only go mild, but many brave the Extra Hot.” – Nesting in Nashville
The Best Dog Parks In Nashville
Yes, every dog loves a good walk. But sometimes a dog just wants to run! Living in the city can make it a bit more challenging to find open areas to let your pups play, but that doesn't mean they don't exist. Middle Tennessee has some fantastic dog-friendly parks...
Call 811 Before You Dig In Your Nashville Yard
If you haven't had a home improvement project that involved digging yet, it's probably coming soon. Planting trees or hedges, installing a pond, fence, mailbox, or deck? Pouring concrete for steps or a sidewalk? All of these require at least some minimal digging, and...
55+ Adult Active Community Coming To Murfreesboro
There's an exciting new development breaking ground soon in Murfreesboro – The Farmstead at Southern Harmony from Del Webb. This active adult community for people ages 55 and better is planned for delivery in late 2023. Nashville ranks in the top 25 best places to...
A Note From James & Steph
Hi, Thanks for reaching out. You've found this page because you asked about your home value, and then were curious enough to scan the code from our card, so we can assume you're moderately serious about wanting to sell, or at least wanting to know if it's in your best...
How To Effectively Price A Home In A Boom Market Like Nashville
There are a number of philosophies regarding home pricing in this extraordinary time, but we strongly believe in pricing a little under comp value. I've been asked why we would suggest that when homes are selling so far over comps that appraisal values become a...
iBuyer Companies in Nashville? Yes, They Are Here and We Can Help You Work with Them.
There are a number of traditional iBuyer companies working in Nashville. There are also several institutional investment firms buying upMiddle Tennessee area real estate. We can help you sell your home through these avenues with our iRep certification.
Nashville Home Repair Vendors and Remodeling Costs (free resources!)
We want to be your first resource for all things Nashville real estate! Here we've added links to a few of our favorite resources. Are there any local vendors that you recommend? We'd sure love to hear about them!
Expect More Homes than Normal on Market This Winter
The National Association of Realtors® has conducted a survey of 2,583 consumers this fall, and it looks like a larger-than-normal amount of homes will be hitting the market in the next six months. The survey asked participants to answer several questions about what is...
Mortgage Rates Dip. Home Values Rise.
The 30-year fixed-rate mortgage averaged 2.98% this week, according to Freddie Mac, due to a recent bond rally. This comes in spite of a re-acceleration of economic growth, so it's unlikely to remain this low for long. For the week ending November 10, 2021: 30-year...
How Will Inflation Affect Nashville Real Estate?
How Does Inflation Affect Real Estate? Inflation, as you know, means your money is devalued. This can be alarming to many investors. The direct effects of inflation are obvious enough – increases in the cost of goods and services – but there are also many other...
America’s Hidden Flood Risk and Rising Insurance Costs
According to new calculations, the flood risk in the United States is far greater than current government estimates show. A recent study, according to Reuters, shows that U.S. flood insurance rates to rise for 77% of policyholders This could mean millions of...
Steph Discusses the Current Nashville Real Estate Market
It’s true that September closings in Middle Tennessee were down by 8% in September. So is the market cooling off? We sure don’t think so. Home value are still climbing and buyer demand still can’t be satisfied. In a recent video, Steph discsses recent market trends and her predictions for the foreseeable future.
Anatomy of a Listing Launch
We've found that potential sellers have a number of questions about the process of listing a home for sale, and many want to discuss the best strategy for getting the highest and best possible offers. While every home is unique and should be approached as so, here are...
What are the differences between Nashville and Davidson County?
When you hear statistics about Nashville, it can be hard to decipher exactly what is being reported on. Is the city? The county? The Midstate region? Greater Nashville?