Help Us Win Toast of Music City Again! Thanks for making us your #1 choice in Real Estate in last year's Toast of Music City. Its that time of year again!  The Tennessean's peoples choice contest for the Nashville area is now open for voting! Please take a minute to cast your votes each day from June 15th through July 22nd and help us to win once again in the Best Real Estate Categories listed under People & Places. Here are the Links to cast your votes:  When you go to... read more

There are few events during the home buying process that are better than walking into a beautiful property and seeing crystal chandeliers, top-of-the-line appliances and updated, energy-efficient fixtures. For buyers who are on the fence about the purchase, these small features may be enough to steer them toward buying a home. However, buyers should be aware of one of the most common misunderstandings that can occur when viewing a home: what they see is not always what they get. In many cases, certa... read more

There are several factors consumers take into account when buying a home, including property features, proximity to their work and the surrounding community. The neighborhood they are moving into can play a large role on a new homeowner’s experience, so it’s important to research the particulars of each community thoroughly. One of the first questions potential buyers should ask is whether the community is governed by a homeowners association. These associations are typically run by real estate devel... read more

It is common for homeowners to think that selling a home is an expensive endeavor, which may in turn cause them to hold off on putting their home on the market. From repairs to staging the process can seem overwhelming. However, with the advice of a real estate agent, sellers often find there are several ways to keep costs low and come out on top during the selling process. Work with a seasoned professional Those who are unfamiliar with the selling process may try to take on everything themselves, ... read more

Many homeowners choose to get their properties appraised before selling a home. Having an appraisal can help sellers determine how to price their homes to avoid asking for too much or too little. Appraisers examine a variety of factors when valuing a home, including market conditions, the surrounding neighborhood and the home itself. So when it comes to increasing their chances of getting a higher appraisal, there are several small actions homeowners can take to make their homes more appealing. Clean it up App... read more