Confidence in housing is again at an all-time high in the Fannie Mae Home Purchase Sentiment Index® (HPSI), showing the share of home sellers who believe now is a good time to sell reaching a new record in June—a sure sign of a seller’s market. The HPSI overall posted 88.3, up 2.1 percentage points from May. …
Experts sound off on the price surge seen across the majority of metros In April, home prices increased about 5.5% from last year, according to the latest S&P CoreLogic Case-Shiller results, and experts predict that increase will continue throughout this home-buying season. While home prices increased, they slowed their pace from last year, but one expert says homebuyers shouldn’t …
NETWORKING 1. Practice, especially if you don’t like networking or you are shy. Find someone who will role play with you and help you practice different scripts that concisely introduce you and your business to others. By planning ice-breaker conversations in advance, you will go into the networking event with more ease and confidence. The more …
HOMEOWNERSHIP3 Barriers for HomeownersMake a Mindset Shift Our mind believes what we feed it, so we ought to feed it well. Many people have limiting beliefs that they will never own a home – and they are wrong. By simply shifting their mindset from “I can’t” to “I can,” they will put the wheels in …
Unique bar and restaurant concept planned for Germantown A pair of businessmen are attempting to stand out in Germantown’s growing restaurant scene with a project that would include three different concepts. The Tennessean reports that the overall project, located at 1318 Sixth Ave. N., will be called Germantown Bar. After guests have their IDs checked …
Homeownership Fear and Facts With the help of a Keller Williams agent, you can find a home that complements your unique lifestyle and fulfills your needs and wishes. Fear #1: I can’t afford to buy a home now. Fact: Actually, you can’t afford not to buy a home. The truth is, there is always a …
If you are in the market for a new home – or looking to refinance your current mortgage – then here are 4 tips to ace your mortgage in 2017: 1. Live within your means Buying a home is an exciting life event, and your home is likely your largest asset. However, when purchasing a new …
Another Michelin-starred chef is coming to Nashville Michelin-starred chef Christopher Anderson is taking the reins as executive chef of 1808 Grille at the Hutton Hotel, adding to the ranks of area chefs with the high-profile distinction. Anderson landed the Michelin Star while leading Chicago’s Moto restaurant, having worked at two other Michelin-starred spots in the …
10 Tips that will Save Energy and Money Not every homeowner realizes how much money goes toward utilities, whether it’s winter or summer. Many factors contribute to the efficiency of a home, and a certain number fall within a homeowner’s direct control. To help you cut costs and save energy, here are ten useful tips …
Many galleries are all austere white walls, curators with good hair cuts, and intimidation. Walking into one on a whim to buy a painting that will fill that yawning empty space above your couch requires gumption and a fair amount of knowledge. But that’s no reason to settle on an overpriced print from a big-box …
