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Renters To Homeowners After meeting my first-time homebuyers at one of our Open Houses, we instantly hit it off, and they decided to work with me as their Exclusive Buyer Representative. We began touring homes around the city and they …

How SF Impacts Real Estate Price

We all know that Location matters, but often the next most important factor in determining Real Estate value is size, and boy, does size matter! Your SF has an incredible impact on your Real Estate holdings and in different ways than you may expect. Let’s take a look at the 4 primary ways to assess property value based on size, and how they impact your bottom line for investment.

Nashville Opportunity Zones

Last week I had the opportunity to attend a lecture on Opportunity Zones. At the lecture we learned what Opportunity Zones are and why we should invest in them. If you’re unfamiliar with Opportunity Zones they are a new community development tool established by Congress in the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017. This new tool is designed to drive long-term capital to low-income communities. But how? Well, the new law provides a federal tax incentive for investors to re-invest their capital gains into Opportunity Funds, which are specialized vehicles dedicated to investing in designated low-income areas. Now, before you go throwing all of your capital gains into an Opportunity Fund, here’s what you need to know.

Williams Sonoma’s Hestan Harvest Party Nashville

When people hear the word “feast”, they typically think of food and wine. Of course, that type of feast still applies to what we are sharing with you in photos, but it was also the most incredible visual feast. The food, the wine, the architecture and design details at Bloomsbury Farm for the Hestan Harvest Party all won everyone over with the way they hit multiple senses at once.

Awestruck is the perfect word to describe this experience. The beautiful Architecture and blend of local’s style with prestigious Williams Sonoma and Hestan was an absolute delight.

SOLD – Mason Tucker Drive Smyrna Townhouse

SOLD Above Ask Price!: 514 Mason Tucker Dr., Smyrna, TN 37167

We were pleased to sell this property above ask price in a multiple offer scenario. We were able to successfully procure 4 offers on the property and assisted the Seller in maximizing their profit with a competitive offer from an out of state buyer. Our strategic analysis of the comparable sales in the area and insight into the specific needs of the seller allowed us to minimize improvement costs and maximize contingencies to get everyone to the closing table that suited their needs and timelines.

Earnest Money Best Practices – How Much “Trust” is Needed in a Real Estate Transaction?

How do you know if you can trust someone? Earnest Money in Real Estate is, in theory, a financial good faith offering showing that you intend to purchase a property and perform tasks to close per contract guidelines and stipulations. But does Earnest money mean you can really trust someone to perform? It’s currently very common in Middle Tennessee to make an offer on a property with some “trust” money on the line to show a Seller that you have some skin in the game. If you mess up, you could risk losing out big time. Below are some of the most common Earnest Money best practices and stories according to Owner and Managing Broker, Liz Gatlin.

Nashville Pool House Remodel

Chuck and Holly Paetz have a beautiful home in South Nashville. I have worked with Chuck in the Real Estate industry for years even partnering on many deals to play to our strengths. He approached me about helping them to remodel an existing garage and workshop into an in law suite for Holly’s parents. The unit was to one side of their pool and also had a restroom, storage, and a shed. I love anything to do with water themed design, and the Paetz’s have been long time personal colleagues and friends so of course I was elated to be their Architect.

How To Add an In Law Suite to Your Home in Nashville

We get asked all of the time about In Law Suites. Nashville has been growing so fast, that many home owners and investors are considering the opportunities associated with Accessory Dwellings and potential Rentals for extra income and to fill a pent up market demand in our growing city . The funny thing is that there are so many names of these apartment style units! Just check out The Many and Confusing Synonyms for ADUs. (Accessory Dwelling Units) Mother-in-law Suites, Granny flats, Cottages, and Above the Garage Apartments, are all in our vocabulary. Below is a recent case study on how to incorporate an in law suite to your home and benefit from the added space and opportunity.

Single Family Beazer Built Home in Abbington Park Nashville

SOLD ABOVE LIST PRICE!

Congratulations to Sellers, Ashley and Nathan Dungan! We were able to Sell their Nashville home in a 3 way bidding war for Above List Price. A huge thank you to them for trusting our team to care for their Listing while away as Nathan completes Aviation training in Fort Rucker, AL. They were both dream clients, and we couldn’t be more thankful to work with this wonderful couple.

4104 Longfellow Drive, Nashville, TN 37214

Welcome to an immaculate, well kept home under $250K in Nashville, Tennessee. Full of upgrades throughout, this property is an amazing find. Built by Beezer Homes in 2005, the Sellers opted for customized upgrades and personal touches to make the home stand out in it’s quiet Neighborhood in Abbington Park. Located between East Nashville, Madison, Donelson, Two Rivers, and Opry Mills, you can easily get to nearby amenities without the cut-through traffic associated with larger community plans. Timmons Properties Management takes care of the HOA with low monthly dues of just $20.

Why Your Property Hasn’t Sold and What to Do

So your property hasn’t SOLD and you are getting super frustrated with your Realtor, your partner and spouse, and everyone that stands between you and walking away with money in hand. Doubt has been creeping around in your head every time you lay down to rest, and anxiety and irritation are building. Why is it taking so long? Don’t people know you want to sell but are not just going to give it away? The reason your property hasn’t SOLD may not be what you think.

SOLD *Above Ask Price!*: 514 Mason Tucker Dr., Smyrna, TN 37167

SOLD ABOVE LIST PRICE!

4104 Longfellow Drive, Nashville, TN 37214

SOLD Above Ask Price!: 514 Mason Tucker Dr., Smyrna, TN 37167