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Prepping Your Home For Vacation

The time has finally come, you are so close to taking those packed bags and at long last getting (insert slow clap) OUT. OF TOWN. For more of us, it’s felt like way too long since that’s happened, and it’s so easy to run out the door not worrying about what’s on the other side of that vacation, BUT we don’t recommend it. It’s already hard coming home from sweet sweet vacation days, and coming home to a weird stench (or much worse), is not the way you want to re-enter normalcy. Below are some of our go-to tips on leaving your home for vacation, worry-free.

Think Security 

There is no better protection for your home while you’re gone than simply looking like you are NOT gone. For shorter trips leave a small light on. For longer trips, it’s…

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Listing of the Week

Located atop a beautiful 6 acres, this gated farmhouse resort is only 15 minutes from the city life of Nashville! This stunning luxury home boasts breathtaking views, generous living space that includes an open kitchen for gathering, a private prep kitchen for catering, a bar area supporting life at the pool, a seemingly endless amount of living space, a hotel-styled guest house, six covered garages, and generous parking for guests. This property is a must-see!

Located just 20 minutes west of Nashville, Bellevue has an abundance of subdivisions, shopping, and restaurants to choose from. Enjoy some of Nashville's best parks and greenways.

Bellevue is bordered by the southeast lines of Davidson County and extends to the north to the Cumberland…

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Common Problems & Solutions for New Homeowners

You sign what feels like hundreds of papers to agree to a thirty-year relationship with a house … it may feel like signing your life away, but that’s just how buying a home feels - it’s not reality! In reality, you can sell. You can rent. You can move. However, what doesn’t change - is that for the time you do own your home, it is your very own. That means the maintenance and upkeep are all on you. Thankfully, you are not alone, and many of the problems new homeowners face are common - which means well-known solutions! Here is a round-up of some of the most common problems and solutions:

HVAC Issues 

If you’re a new homeowner you may think that the HVAC system takes care of itself. After all, it’s expensive, and more or less out of sight.…

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Best Ways to Personalize Your Home

After the flurry of activity surrounding the purchase of a home, the long and luxurious process of making it one’s own may be the best way there is for a new homeowner to unwind. Today, we’re highlighting ten of the best ways to personalize your home!

No matter your budget, DIY skill level, or artistic ability, we hope these tips will guide and inspire you to have fun while you accomplish beautiful flourishes of self-expression throughout your home.

1.) Re-Make an Entrance

The entrance to your home is your first opportunity to set your home apart. A brightly-painted door, a quirky statue, a hand-shaped walkway, or bold landscaping: are any of these common approaches right for your new home?

If you’re moving into a home that has a Home…

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Listing of the Week

Located in one of Nashville's premier historic neighborhoods, this 1920's Richland West End bungalow has been lovingly restored and offers relaxed elegance! This home features a long list of modern updates, maintained historic finishes where possible, an incredible layout with great flow, and a private backyard and sweeping front porch that's perfect for entertaining. 

Hillsboro Village is a thriving neighborhood with great walkability, unique shops, and locally-owned restaurants. With an eclectic vibe, the area is inviting to foodies, artists, and artisans alike.

Nestled around 21st Avenue between Interstate 440 and 31st and Wedgwood Avenues is the thriving neighborhood of Hillsboro Village. At just four square blocks, residents can peruse…

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Real Estate Investing During A Crisis

For real estate investors, waiting for the market to stabilize is usually the way to go. But considering the current pandemic, stabilizing could take some time. And with so much real estate opportunity on the horizon (and currently), waiting may not be something you want to do. 

If this sounds like you, here are four principles to help guide you through real estate investing during a crisis.

1. Be Patient

It's an unfortunate expectation, but with the recent spike in unemployment, it won't be lone before we see homeowners foreclose. As an investor, you need to be patient and be more selective. 

Wait for a property with a large profit margin and can withstand a possible hit in resale value (more on that below). There are still many…

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Pros & Cons: Listing Your Home During COVID-19

Springtime is the most popular time for homeowners to list their homes for sale. However, given the health crisis (and financial crisis for many), you may be wondering if it's still a good idea to sell your home this spring. What are the pros and cons of selling your home during the pandemic?

Here are two sides to that coin.

Pros of Selling Your Home This Spring

Mortgage rates are currently competitive, and many experts believe they'll hover on the low end of the spectrum. With rates so low, and the uncertainty of when they will rise again, homebuyers will be looking to capitalize on this opportunity. This puts your listing in a great position, and finding a buyer despite the challenges should still be easy. Looking at it from a…

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Listing of the Week

Designed for the builder's family, this custom Tennessee Valley Homes property is comfortably elegant and has every upgrade imaginable! This home offers beautiful flooring and mill-work, wide rooms that offer great flow, tons of living space, a chef's kitchen, a retractable screened porch, a pool, and incredible outdoor living features.

There is just something about the charm of Franklin that sets it apart. It's a vibrant and alive city that embraces its historic appeal while continuing to look to the future.

Located 30 minutes south of Nashville in Williamson County, Franklin is home to major corporate headquarters, historical attractions, a lively music scene, an abundance of shopping and plenty of parks and green space. The Downtown…

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Protecting Your Credit During COVID-19

Your credit plays a key role in financial opportunities, today and in the future. Understandably, the current pandemic environment is making it more challenging. But still, there are actions you can take to protect your credit. 

Here are tips that the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau suggested for protecting your credit during these trying times.

Request A Free Copy of Your Credit

Did you know that you're entitled to a free credit report every year? Unlike the hard credit inquiries that creditors do when you apply for credit, this free annual report does not negatively affect your score. 

Additionally, Equifax, TransUnion, and Experian (the three nationwide credit reporting agencies), also provide you with a free credit report…

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Best Tennessee Natural Attractions

Be aware that some caverns may be temporarily closed due to the ongoing pandemic, but they will gradually be re-opening! Other destinations will be open on a case-by-case basis as the state re-opens in phases. Please check the links below for updates and further information!

We’re all ready to get out of doors after a tense spring spent indoors, so the destinations we’ve chosen for today’s article are The Best Tennessee Natural Attractions! While we wish they could all be open at this time, we know the time will soon come when we can get out and explore these gorgeous wild landscapes Tennessee residents are so proud to call our own.

Clingmans Dome
Great Smoky Mountains National Park, TN
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Sitting atop the highest point in…

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