Crisp autumn winds have begun to blow throughout Middle Tennessee, and many homeowners will light their fireplaces as soon as the first frost arrives. If you are planning to purchase a home with a fireplace or are considering installing a fireplace in your current home, you may be waffling between choosing a wood-burning or gas-powered fireplace. We’re here to help with our exploration of the pros and cons of wood vs. gas fireplaces for homeowners!

Let’s break this down.

Wood-Burning Fireplaces

Pros

1.) Soothing Aesthetics

Nothing compares to the familiar aesthetics of a wood fire. From the crackling sounds to the waves of color moving across the embers, curling up in front of a wood-burning fireplace is the epitome of cold-weather…

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Nashville and the surrounding areas are a culinary mecca equaled only by our legendary music scene. Middle Tennessee invented hot chicken, and our region is beloved for blending international influences with the comforting essentials that typify southern cooking.

However, there are times when we want to venture off the beaten path and explore new territories. With that goal in mind, let’s tour ten restaurants that offer unique dining experiences, innovative recipes, and outstanding service. All aboard!

The Catbird Seat
1711 Division St, Nashville, TN 37203

The Catbird Seat invites diners to draw close to the chefs as their meals are being prepared. The tasting menu changes continually, yet consistently transports diners to unrivaled heights of…

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The holiday season is nearly here, which means it’s high time for all of us to get out there and shop for unique gifts that will show our friends, loved ones, and business associates that we care! To get you started, we have voted for our top 10 Best Knickknack shops in Middle Tennessee, and today we’re sharing the winners. No matter what your gifting needs are this year, we are positive the following shops will help you find ideal items.

Gift Horse
1006 Fatherland St #301 | Nashville

Gift Horse is a showcase for paper goods like art, stationery, posters, and greeting cards created by independent artists and illustrators, though they also carry a selection of handcrafted jewelry, unique gifts for children, shirts, and Nashville-themed items. If…

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How is the market? It’s a question our agents get asked a lot, and for good reason. If you’re considering buying a new home or selling one that you already own, market trends and predictions are important in the decision-making process. Below is our most recent market update information for Davidson, Maury, Rutherford, Sumner, Williamson, Wilson, Bedford, Coffee, Dekalb, Robertson, and Montgomery counties to help you make the most informed and beneficial choices possible.

 

 

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Work-life balance is a delicate endeavor, and it’s one that many of us struggle with. Depending on your company culture, your vocation, the way you were raised to view work, and your individual personality traits, you will experience varying degrees of challenges in this area. Additionally, we must acknowledge that our country’s work-life culture greatly impacts the expectations we experience from others and impose upon ourselves.

If you are dissatisfied with how well you are currently balancing your time, especially if you are feeling close to burn-out, today’s tips on how to maintain a good work-life balance can help you start reclaiming your personal time. We hope you do; your peace and wellbeing are worth it.

1.) Analyze Your Current…

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For many of us, the idea of owning a home gym is thrilling. No longer having to wipe down equipment after someone else “forgot” to do so, no more waiting for our turn on our favorite machine, and of course, not having to leave the house to get a workout in on rushed mornings all sound ideal.

If you feel the same, today’s article outlining key elements of an inspiring home gym will give you the boost you need to begin creating your own private workout space. Whether you have a large room or just a cozy corner to work with, we are sharing tips targeted to your situation!

Safe Flooring

Safety is first in all workout situations, and your home gym is no exception. Make sure your flooring is non-slip, especially if you decide to add cushion to make…

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Fall has returned to Middle Tennessee! It’s time for cozy scarves, pumpkin spice everything, fragrant apples, perfectly ripened squash, and vibrant photos of our boots as we tread through swirling autumn leaves. Throughout our communities, we have been hard at work preparing for our famous fall festivals. Now it’s time to snag tickets before they sell out, clear our weekend schedules, and invite our best friends and extended family members to come out with us and celebrate all things fall.

This September, October, and November, we hope you will visit as many of our region’s Top Fall Festivals as you can. The following are our top 11 destinations (plus 5 bonus selections) and we know you’ll have a blast at any or all of them.

Please do purchase…

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Middle Tennessee is famous for our savory and spicy dishes, and we love to share the heritage restaurants and newest spots that have caught our interest. Today, though, we’re turning our attention to Middle Tennessee’s sweeter side with a guide to the Best Candy Shops in the region! From handmade chocolate to gift baskets overflowing with handmade treats, you can find anything sweet you’re looking for at at least one spot featured below.

Tempered Fine Chocolates
1201 5th Ave N Ste 103 | Nashville

We adore Germantown’s Tempered Fine Chocolates for their delectable creative custom chocolates! When you want to order a box of chocolates with custom colors, logos, or monograms, this shop will impress you as well as anyone to whom you offer a box as a…

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How is the market? It’s a question our agents get asked a lot, and for good reason. If you’re considering buying a new home or selling one that you already own, market trends and predictions are important in the decision-making process. Below is our most recent market update information for Davidson, Maury, Rutherford, Sumner, Williamson, Wilson, Bedford, Coffee, Dekalb, Robertson, and Montgomery counties to help you make the most informed and beneficial choices possible.

 

 

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Fall will be here before we know it, bringing with it cozy sweater weather, crisp autumn leaves, comforting spice blends, and beloved holidays. For homeowners, though, fall also means it’s time to go over your fall home maintenance checklist to make sure your home is prepared for the depths of winter.

We recommend tackling two or more tasks per weekend. That way, you won’t be spending all your time working on your home, but you will have time to complete your entire list before winter arrives.

Check Your Detectors

Before you crank up the heat and start your fireplace, make sure you test your smoke detectors and CO2 detectors. Install fresh batteries as well. Safety is key, and this coming season is the most dangerous when it comes to fires,…

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