The Homebuying Process. Funny Videos from Elizabeth Banks
We may do things a bit backwards in Tennessee, but Elizabeth Banks is fun to watch and presents some solid information on what to expect when buying your first home. It takes about 10 minutes to watch the series. Step 1. Knowing When You Are Ready Step 2. Mortgage...
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Typical Nashville Commute Times By Neighborhood [heat map]
With three major interstates and nearly a dozen 5-lane spokes, getting around Nashville can be a bit confusing. Because we are are laid out in a loop, rather than a grid, predicting commute times can be a challenge. "As the crow flies" and "as the car drives" are not...
Six10 Merritt Condos and Townhomes Coming Soon to Wedgewood Houston
Six10 Merritt is a 26 home condominium project coming to Wedgewood Houston - Nashville's hottest up and coming market. It will be anchored by two commercial/retail spots and located on the corner of Merritt & Martin. There will be two types of homes: flats &...
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[video] First Time Home Buyer Myths & Truths
Loving this video from Realtor.com on the facts about buying your first house. Myth #1 I can do this myself and save the 6%... Myth #2 Agents just want a quick sale... Myth #3 My lease is up in 2 weeks; I can start shopping for a house now... Myth #4 The online...
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Spotlight On East Nashville. June 2015 [video]
Spotlight on East Nashville June 2015 SOLO East Nashville Condos To Begin Accepting Pre-Construction Reservations This Week 103 flats coming to Gallatin Pk. @ Litton Ave. Starting in the 150s. Ready spring 2016. First Look: 1124 Granada Avenue - Eastwood...
SOLO East Nashville – Affordable Condos Now Accepting Pre-Construction Contracts
Urban construction in Nashville is booming right now, but the majority of the cranes you are seeing around town are creating apartment complexes. There haven't been many new condominium projects in recent memory. There have been even fewer AFFORDABLE projects. That...
Is A Balloon Mortgage Right For Your Next Nashville Home Purchase
Balloon mortgages can be a smart financial instrument for savvy investors, but they are not without their risks. A balloon mortgage differs from a traditional mortgage in that it typically offers a low initial interest rate, usually for 5 to 7 years, at the end of...
[VIDEO SERIES] Buying and Financing A Condo in Nashville
Condo Financing Basics Buying a condo is quite different than buying a single family home - or even a townhouse. In this series, I've attempted to hit the highlights of things you should consider when purchasing a condominium in Nashville, TN. Please comment below if...
What is A Zero Lot Line Property? [video]
What's the difference between a zero lot line home, a duplex, and an HPR (horizontal property regime)? I'm glad you asked. In Nashville the practice of deeding a property can be a bit confusing. In this video, I try to explain the differences which can vary...
Is That House Under Contract?
I know it can be frustrating to fall in love with a property online only to learn that it is already under contract. Luckily, we can help: There is big money in homebuyer "lead generation" and the sale of those so-called leads back to agents. That is part of the...
Nashville DataScape 2015 Report
Recently I had the pleasure of attending a presentation hosted by the Nashville Chamber of Commerce. There was a lot of talk about transportation and population growth for the Nashville mid-state area. I love this DataScape report that was provided. There is some...
Don’t Let These Real Estate Terms Intimidate You
There are lots of legal terms and other unfamiliar words that may pop up in a real estate transaction. Here are a few not to be afraid of: 1. Good Faith Estimate - This is a written disclaimer from your lender that explains the total cash needed to close for a...
“Hip Donelson” Among Nashville’s Most Popular Neighborhoods?
Yep, you read that right. Sleepy Donelson, TN (my hometown by the way) has fast become a booming Nashville suburb - particularly for first time buyers. The hot market in 37214 has been experiencing a severe lack of available listing inventory for a few years now and...
4 Often-Overlooked Real Estate Tax Breaks
Can you believe it’s nearly April 15th? The 2015 year sure is flying by... I wanted to share a few quick tips that will help as you are preparing/filing your tax return: Don’t forget your mortgage interest deduction: This one is a no brainer, but I can’t tell you how...
[video] What Is A Mortgage? Mortgage Basics 101
No question is too small. Realtor.com has put together a great mortgage introduction video. You may have questions about down-payment. Lenders will offer you the best terms if you make a 20% down payment. However, most lending institutions have a mortgage options that...
Do you know about Closing Costs?
Housing Wire recently posted a story that was a "no duh!" moment for me. They claimed that "Most Millennials Don't Know About Closing Costs." As an agent who works with a high number of first-time buyers, I run into questions about closing costs all the time. I find...
Where is the listing inventory?
Today the Greater Nashville Association of Realtors released the February 2015 sales stats for middle Tennessee. Once again, sales are occurring at a much more rapid pace than the same time last year. With transactions totally 2,091, sales are up 12.6% percent from...
West Mill Townhomes Coming Soon to West Nashville
My friends at HND have been talking about it for a while, but I was excited to see the Nashville Business Journal publish an article about the West Mill townhomes that will be coming soon in the Nations. 98 units and a pool are said to be planned for the 2.6 acres at...
Low Downpayment Loan Option
I recently had an interesting interaction with a potential buyer client. She was interested in using one of the USDA Rural Housing Loans for her home purchase because they still offer 100% financing (zero down payment), but she was interested in a home that was listed...
Solo East Nashville – Affordable Condos Coming Soon!
Nashville developer Bruce McNeilage plans to break ground by March 2015 on SOLO East - a 130 unit condominium development at the corner of Litton & Gallatin in Inglewood. It's thought that the one and two bedroom flats will be priced from the 150s to the 170s and...