Welcome to the NASHVILLE LIFESTYLE LIVING BLOG. My goal is to provide useful articles that help you in your home buying or selling process and to share news and personal perspectives about this vibrant and exciting area we call home. I also want to share favorite neighborhoods, shops, restaurants and other Nashville Lifestyle topics of interest.
A person's home is their castle, but sometimes that castle isn't big enough to accommodate all its occupants. Maybe you've got a baby on the way or an older parent is moving in with you. Maybe you need a workshop to keep up with your hobbies. Whatever the reason, it's normal to outgrow your space. When it happens, you've got two choices—move to a larger home or build an addition to your current home. Read the full article
Many homeowners have heard that homeownership is a great investment; however, knowing why and how is a different story. This is especially pertinent when it comes to home equity. Read the full article
Active kids require bedroom and playroom furniture that is tough enough, and adaptable enough, to offer years of fun and flexibility throughout a child's toddler and early school years—and manufacturers are meeting those needs with a growing number of choices. Read the full article
Being a first-time homebuyer can be an intimidating prospect; it seems like there's so much to learn! The process doesn't get less challenging the second or third time around. Here are five tips to help you research and prepare for your next home-buying experience. Read the full article
When it comes to a home's square footage, Americans seem to have a Goldilocks mindset: too big, too small, jussstttt right. Read the full article
Owning a home provides many benefits and advantages for those who achieve it, but the burden of maintaining, repairing and replacing home appliances goes right along with it. Read the full article
Construction cranes dot much of downtown Nashville these days as the Tennessee capital remains in the grip of a sustained building boom. Read the full article
I have been reached out to by many people recently about my 30A gig, and I feel compelled to share with some insight. Read part two of my journey! Read the full article
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Beach Properties of Florida recently announced it has finished at the top of the 30A market with more than $360 million in residential real estate sales volume across 376.5 transaction sides. Read the full article
Most people ask themselves this question at one point or another, and there's no clear correct answer. Before you give up in frustration, take some time to ask yourself the following questions. Read the full article
I have been reached out to by many people recently about my 30A gig, and I feel compelled to share with you some insight. Read the full article
Yes. You read that correctly. Favorite Tennessee native, JT, is playing in Franklin! Read the full article
A curbside facelift is money well-spent, whether prepping to sell your house, increasing its equity value, or just for your own pleasure. Read the full article
One of my favorite things to do in Nashville is hit up a live show. And in this town, that's not hard to find. Check out the best music venues in Music City! Read the full article
Guilty. I love those home improvement, house hunter shows on TV. Ratings show that you do too! Check out the truth (often the dark truth) behind these fantastic shows. Read the full article
When searching out a bar in Nashville you won't have to go far. Look to your right, chances are you're staring at one now. Read the full article
There's nothing better than knocking out a home improvement project. But we all know how costly they can be. Find out which projects produce the greatest ROI. Read the full article
Sellers can be surprised to see an offer in the first day or two on the market, and may not be prepared mentally, physically, or emotionally to sell their house. There is temptation to wait for the two in the bush — and it almost always goes that route, even when a full-price offer is presented. Read the full article
If you live in a region where temperature changes continue through the winter and summer seasons, chances are you may be experiencing higher energy usage year round, and along with it, larger energy bills. Read the full article
Jeni's Splendid Ice Cream is a fan favorite in Music City and across the Country. Get to know it's founder! Read the full article
Depending on your location and the size of the home, a property inspection may cost several hundred dollars or more. With closer examination of where this money goes, you will see that this is a fee well worth paying for. Read the full article
I was recently privy to a question a longtime Nashville resident asked of our 2016 association president, Denise Creswell. The gentleman and his wife have lived for 40 years in the Belmont/Hillsboro area and asked what has led to the current changes he is seeing in his own neighborhood. Read the full article
Nuit Belge, one of Nashville's most anticipated annual food and beer events, is returning to Marathon Music Works for its third year on March 18, and the full restaurant lineup is now set. Read the full article
Can a full-blown kitchen redo make you healthier? The answer, according to a recent survey, is yes. Read the full article
We now have a better idea of when the fast-growing Sprouts Farmers Market grocery store may open in East Nashville. Read the full article
It's a hot topic, but there's lots of misinformation out there. Here are seven of the most common reverse mortgage misconceptions Read the full article
Realtors are launching virtual reality home tours on its website. A vendor will use a camera with multiple lenses to take 3-D videos of homes for sale. Read the full article
Though millennials perceive homeownership as a vital component to the American Dream, they are also accepting of the realities of owning a first home Read the full article
With cranes filling the sky, Nashville's downtown is booming. There are new high rises popping up as well as amazing restaurants, bars, and entertainment venues. But there's always been one area I've thought was lacking: the Cumberland Riverbank. Read the full article
Three local wine clubs have recently popped up, offering curated selections and a world of fun varietals and blends to explore. Here's the short pour on what you can expect from each. Read the full article
There's no stopping it: the population is aging. In less than 20 years, in fact, one in three households will be headed by someone aged 65 or older, according to a recent report by the Harvard Joint Center for Housing Studies—a finding that emphasizes the already-dire need for accessible, affordable housing. Read the full article
Comfort and safety are the primary reasons more homeowners are adopting smart home technology, according to a recent study by Scripps Networks Interactive. Read the full article
Most realtors and analysts don't see the market slowing down anytime soon. But we talked to one who says he can predict the exact month that will happen. Read the full article
We all know great school systems and access to public parks can amp up real estate values. Did you know access to healthy, innovative eats can have the same impact? Read the full article
Short-term rentals, such as those through Airbnb or HomeAway, have an insignificant impact on housing affordability Read the full article
Front porches are "making a big comeback" as a gathering place for friends and families, said Michael Katsaitis, director of planning and design. In the new Durham Farms subdivision in Hendersonville, the company is building homes with alley-loaded garages that make more room for a porch at the front of the home and a courtyard. Read the full article
In many neighborhoods, developers are setting aside as much as half of the land as open space that will never be developed. It's a way of preserving some of the countryside as the county becomes more densely populated. It also adds to the quality of life and home values. Read the full article
We never tire of hearing about how great our city is. Nashville has made another impressive list as it finds its place on Travel and Leisure's ranking of best places to travel in 2017. Read the full article
A newly completed real estate deal clears the way for Nashville to build a pedestrian bridge linking two of its hottest neighborhoods — and potentially spark mixed-use development on one side of that crossing. Read the full article
Sean Brock's Husk Nashville and fiery fowl grande dame Prince's Hot Chicken are again among America's best restaurants for 2016, according to Eater National's restaurant critic Bill Addison. Read the full article
A recent study shows that this could be the year when renters are ready to make the shift to homeowners. Read the full article
Germantown, Nashville's original suburb, has become an urban go-to spot, thanks to acclaimed restaurants, chic shops and a new hotel. Read the full article
We won't pretend to know everything that 2017 will bring, but we're pretty certain there will be changes. Read the full article
It's no secret that buying a home is one of the biggest decisions in life. That doesn't mean it has to be the most stressful, and you certainly don't have to settle. While it's important to have an experienced team behind you, we believe that knowing exactly what you want can also help the process. Finding your dream home should be fun! Read the full article
What are the pros and cons of selling a home as-is? This is a question you may have thought about if you're planning on selling a home. Sometimes when you are selling a house that has some issues, selling it "as is" may seem like the easiest course of action. Read the full article
Southern markets continue to dominate the report's list of top-performing markets in the nation, with eight of the 15 top-performing metros belonging to the region Read the full article
When it comes to buying a new home, your brain can be put on overdrive with infinite details and questions. What part of town, how many bedrooms/bathrooms, how to choose an inspector, etc. Not that we want to add to that list, but a common question we see is, what is a Home Owner's Association (HOA)? Today, we're happy to check one question off your list! Read the full article
Many homeowners find the holidays to be a difficult time of year. To ensure that your holidays are as enjoyable as possible, be sure to get your home ready to face this festive season. Read the full article
Buying a home is no walk in the park. Unless the park is full of people broadcasting their houses for sale, realtors dragging you from place to place and loan officers and title agencies handing you confusing paperwork. Then it kind of is. Read the full article
If you are like so many homeowners today, you are not living in your "forever home" right at the moment. Read the full article
When planning how to entertain holiday guests, we are posed with the question of how to showcase all Nashville has to offer without leaving anything out. Read the full article
Most people know that owning a house reward us with a ton of benefits. But, what a lot of people don't understand is what it takes to qualify for a home loan. Read the full article
While it may sound crazy, you can relate Nashville's real estate market to club music. Sounds weird, but let me explain. Or at least let DJ Smokey Smoke explain. Read the full article
Check out several reasons why choosing to sell your home now may be a better decision than waiting until the spring! Read the full article
These developments are popping up all over Nashville's Urban Core from Nolensville Pike and East Nashville to Wedgewood Houston and the Fairgrounds Read the full article
One million people are expected to move to the Nashville region over the next 20 years, many of them retirees. Read the full article
With growth comes the need to expand and progress, and luckily, there's a new plan in place! The Metropolitan Nashville Airport Authority (MNAA) has unveiled a new and comprehensive development plan Read the full article
Nashville is simply booming. The latest to notice are the readers of Condé Nast Travelers. Check out what they had to say. Read the full article
On Oct. 20, the luxurious Thompson Hotel opened in the Gulch marking another monumental event for the area. Read the full article
You can take a tour of the Southern Living Showcase Home in Williamson County and your proceeds benefit The First Tee Organization! Read the full article
In the article Monique describes her services, how to position your home for best sales price and steps to take when buying a house. Read the full article
I am very excited about the following article because I believe this is the foundation for many valuable opportunities that are available to us. Read the full article
Time and time again, I hear of the frustration and disappointment that buyers of new home construction have gone through because they feel totally lost. Read the full article
If you have been thinking of buying a home, below are 10 expert bullet points that I believe you will find extremely useful. Read the full article
Here's a list of actions you should consider taking prior to listing your house that will allow you to sell your house for top dollar. Read the full article
