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Last Chance! Homes are a Bargain Compared to Historic Norms

A loaf of bread used to be a nickel. A movie ticket was a dime.  Not anymore. Houses were also much less expensive than they are now. Inflation raised the price of all three of those items, along with the price of almost every other item we purchase. The reason we can still afford to […]

TOP TIPS FOR STAGING YOUR HOME

A recent survey from the National Association of Realtors® revealed that 77 percent of buyers’ agents said staging a home makes it easier for potential buyers to visualize it as…

3 mistakes that can kill a home sale

Over the last 25 years as a Realtor, I have had the good fortune to be involved in close to 5,000 home sales. I have walked through just about every…

5 reason to love rental properties (& why rentals make sense)

I have never had much luck with the stock market, although my stockbroker always makes me feel like my retirement plan is doing well. I have averaged 6% to 7%…

Before and after the crash: Rutherford County’s new housing market

I had a very spirited discussion with a colleague last week about the differences between our real estate markets today versus the pre-housing market downturn. I have been a realtor…

55 And Older Communities In Murfreesboro

There are several communities in Murfreesboro that are perfect for the 55 and older homeowner who is ready to enjoy a maintenance-free lifestyle. There are only two, however, that are…

3 Things You Need To Know Before You Sell Your Home in Rutherford County

After 24 years of selling real estate in Rutherford County, I’ve learned the hard way what you need to think through before selling your home. Here are the 3 things every seller…