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It’s funny how different the importance of a room in a house can go from one season to the next. Just recently a home office was a “nice to have” but really, unless you were in the minority of those that worked from home, it was truly just a bonus, and typically dependent on if you had the space to dedicate or not. Fast forward to the pandemic era and likely, you’ve been at a “home office” whether you’ve really had one set up or not for months. For those that are working from home but haven’t taken the time to really set up a good home office, now is the time to change that! Here are some of our most important tips for setting up your home workspace:

Location, Location!

In real estate, so many things are about location - and that really…

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If you’re seizing the moment this year by purchasing a home in Middle Tennessee, you’ll have dozens of beautiful areas to choose from. The first step toward narrowing down your dream neighborhood is determining whether the city or the suburbs are right for you. Today, we’re examining the pros and cons of life in both the city and the suburbs. 

Depending on what you prioritize at this stage of your life, you will likely feel strongly drawn toward one way of life or the other. Whichever you choose, remember that properties tend to increase in value over time, so if you decide to pack up and move into—or out of—the city, contact Parks Realty for assistance making the leap ASAP!

Pros of Living in the City

1.) Reduced Commute Time

Let’s face…

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You will fall in love with this picture-perfect Green Hills home! This property features numerous designer finishes throughout, a large master suite on the main level with coffered ceilings, tons of living space, floor-to-ceiling built-ins flanking a gas fireplace, a large gourmet kitchen, a charming powder room, and lush landscaping in the oversized fenced yard.

Just minutes from downtown Nashville, Green Hills is one of the most affluent areas in Nashville. Home of the legendary Bluebird Cafe and posh Mall at Green Hills, it’s the perfect place to shop, dine, and enjoy life. Just keep your eyes open – you never know who you’ll bump into!

Located south of downtown along Hillsboro Pike, Green Hills is one of Nashville’s most affluent…

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Hop off the bus Gus 

I love Paul Simon and while this article has nothing to do with his music, that one line comes to mind when I think about my experience with school transportation in Tennessee. 

When I was a kid, you only rode the bus when you lived really far from school. In California this rule still seems to apply, but in Tennessee, you can live fairly close to school and still catch the bus. As a matter of fact when you sign your child up for school (mine was a ninth grader when we moved here), they look up your address and then ask if your child plans on riding the bus. It’s almost expected. You simply have to say yes or no and you’re in. 

Sweet. More sleep, less hassle getting them to school on time and less arguing on the way. Your…

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Thinking about buying a first home or a second? You have many loan options, and each one varies as far as their down payment requirements. Use this quick guide to get an idea of the amount you'll need to put down on your next purchase.

Is 20% Down Always Necessary to Buy a Home?

The down payment refers to the monies you'll put down during the mortgage closing, and it's often expressed as a percentage of the property price. For example, 20% down on a $200,000 home means paying $40,000 at closing.

20% down can make homeownership feel too out of reach. But take heart, very few loan programs are firm about needing 20% at closing. You can even get a conventional mortgage with as little as 3% down! Read on to learn more.

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