Monthly Archives: December 2015
Around Nashville: January
Nashville Predators – Various Dates vs Winnipeg Jets – January 5 vs Minnesota Wild – January 16 vs Chicago Blackhawks – January 19 Belmont University Basketball – Various Dates Women’s Basketball / Men’s Basketball Vanderbilt University Basketball – Various Dates Women’s Basketball / Men’s Basketball Nashville Boat & Sportshow – January 7-10 There’s no better place to see and buy... Read More
How The Fed Announcement Will Affect Homebuyers In The New Year
This month, the Federal Reserve System hiked rates for the first time in nine years. In the days since the Fed move, mortgage rates actually dropped. How is this possible? And will this trend hold as home-buyers make plans for 2016? Immediate mortgage rate reaction to Fed meeting Most U.S. mortgage loans up to $417,000... Read More
Why Not Pricing Your Home Right Could Cost You In The Long Run
When it comes to selling your home quickly and (hopefully) for a sweet profit, setting the right asking price from the get-go is key to your success. Set the price too high? The place will stagnate on the market and force you into price cuts, possibly multiple ones. Set it too low? You’re kissing off... Read More
What You Need To Know About Buying A Home If You Are A Freelancer
One of the main things you need in order to qualify for a mortgage is an income to support the payments—you’ll need documents showing this income when you try to get pre-approved. But self-employed and freelance workers don’t always have that option. Without work stubs, what can they do? “In general, the qualifying criteria are... Read More
What Renovations Really Pay Off At Sale Time?
While homeowners may dream of pulling off some nifty renovations in their kitchen, putting in a hot tub or maybe pulling together an awesome entertainment center, a new report by the National Association of Realtors® (NAR) finds that homeowners’ money would be better spent on other features. For NAR’s 2015 Remodeling Impact Report, Realtors ranked... Read More
Nashville Home Sales Dip In November
The Greater Nashville Association of Realtors announced today that there were 2,397 home closings reported in November, down 3.1 percent from the same period a year ago. It’s the first month-over-month decrease in the Nashville area since April 2014. (Sales in October were basically flat, up 0.5 percent compared to 2014.) That said, Nashville has... Read More
Around Nashville: December
A Christmas Story – Now through December 20th It’s Nashville’s All-American Holiday tradition! Nashville Repertory Theatre’s production of A Christmas Story runs through December 20th at TPAC’s Johnson Theater. Nashville’s Nutcracker – Now through December 23rd Nashville’s version of the timeless holiday classic returns for the eighth consecutive year, with more than 200 dancers per... Read More
Historic Germantown Holiday Neighborhood Tour Ticket Giveaway
It’s that time of year when trees are being trimmed and stockings are being hung by the chimney with care. Twinkling lights and silent nights mark the countdown to Christmas and our homes become the backdrop to memories that will last a lifetime. We want to help make the season bright by giving away two... Read More
Deck the Halls: Designer Holiday Mantels to Recreate at Home
Welcome Kris Kringle and the holidays with a stunning mantel and fireplace design. From chalkboards to banners to miniature mittens, set the mood with these fresh Christmas decorating ideas. Rustic Glam This rustic, stone living room is all decked out for Christmas. A mix of store-bought and handmade stockings are hung from the mantel while... Read More