Christmas Parades will soon be taking place all over Middle Tennessee!  I found this great site at NashvilleLife.com outlining all of the Christmas Parades and other great Christmas activities that are happening in Middle Tennessee!

• The Nashville Christmas Parade will take place this coming Friday, December 3rd at 7pm
• Downtown Franklin, TN Christmas Parade will take place Saturday, December 4th at 2pm
• Hendersonville has a lighted boat parade taking place Saturday, December 4th at 6pm
• December 5th is a parade in Lebanon and Portland
• December 11th in Gallatin and Mt. Juliet!

If you love parades there are plenty that you can attend! Have fun!

Posted by:  Jody Stahly

Secret No 96: Montgomery Bell State Park

Number 96 of 100 of Nashville’s Best Kept Secrets is Montgomery Bell State Park, which is located approximately 30-40 minutes West of downtown Nashville. This parks is not only beautiful, but it’s also one of few parks with a dedicated mountain biking trail in the Nashville area. Even though a lot of state parks mention mountain biking trails, they are often shared by horseback riders, which does not go hand-in-hand on a path barely wide enough for a front tire.

The park also includes more than 100 picnic areas, rustic cabins, and campgrounds. It’s perfect for a couple, family, or even some time alone. There is also a creek that runs through the campground with some campsites located along the bank. The trails include more than 18 miles of scenic tall trees and fresh air. You can also hike the backcountry trail which has three overnight shelters open year-round.

For more information, visit: http://www.stateparks.com/montgomery_bell.html

About Bob Parks Realty

The most respected name in middle Tennessee real estate, Bob Parks Realty is home to over 400 real estate professionals serving families and home owners in Murfreesboro, Brentwood, Franklin, Nashville. Gallatin, Hendersonville, Smyrna, Green Hills and the surrounding area. For more information about Bob Parks Realty, visit www.bobparks.com.

Posted by:  Kimberly Fahey

Eileen George, Managing Broker at the Bob Parks Realty office in Sumner County, announces a 15% increase over last year’s volume through May 2010. Leading this effort is Brenda Lawson who closed in excess of $1 million. Eileen and Bob Parks are very proud of the entire team in Sumner County. With Realtors like Brenda Lawson, it’s no wonder why Bob Parks Realty is considered the most respected name in Sumner County residential real estate.

• For more information about Brenda Lawson and how she can assist you with your next transaction, click here.
• For more information about the most professional real estate agents in Gallatin, Hendersonville, Sumner County and the surrounding area, click here.
• For more information about living in Gallatin, visit this link.
• For more information about living in Hendersonville, visit this link.

Posted by:  Kimberly Fahey

Now is the time to think about real estate! With tax credits, the low interest rates, and with the over-correction of the local real estate market, affordability has reached levels that we have not seen for years! And, it’s unlikely buyers will see this type of market for many, many years to come.

Promising news for home buyers and owners:

• January 2010 marked the fourth straight month where homes sales increased. This is followed by 39 straight months of declines. This trend is expected to continue with a 5-10% increase throughout 2010.
• New construction experts agree that 2010 will see this number begin to climb too. A shortage of inventory is likely to occur in late 2010 in lower to mid-range price points.
• Steve Murray, a nationally recognized real estate expert notes: We are in a soft-bottom and have started a long slow recovery.

A Time to Buy!

• An $8,000 tax credit is available for first-time home buyers until April 30, 2010
• A $6,500 tax credit is available for current home owners who have been in their home for five consecutive years and plan to purchase a new or used home by April 30, 2010. (see all the details under the “client resources” link at www.bobparks.com)
• Interest rates remain at historic lows. As of late February 2010, 15 year fixed rates are near 4.5% and 30 year rates are around 5% for home loans.
• Most financial experts believe rates will begin to rise in the coming months

To list your home with the most respected name in Middle, TN real estate, click here.

Visit www.bobparks.com to search for your next dream home in Murfreesboro, Franklin, Brentwood, Smyrna, Nashville, Green Hills , Mt. Juliet, Hendersonville, and more!

Posted By: Kimberly Fahey

The initial cost to implement green and healthier living in your home may seem like it’s too much, but when you compare the benefits and energy saved, you come out way ahead. The results and cost of implementing tankless water heaters, high efficiency HVAC, PEX water pipes, spray foam, etc can equal a 30-70% reduced energy bill, plus increase the overall resale value of your home. In addition to cost savings, your air quality is up to 50% cleaner.

Another way to look at implementing healthier and cost reduced living would be to consider buying a green HOME the next time you are house hunting. One of the major builders in Middle TN is Herrington Homes, LLC. They focus on building LEED® certified homes. LEED is a rating system that sets the standard for designing and building high performance healthy homes that use less energy, water, and natural resources.

Check out this green LEED home currently on the market in Hendersonville:

1547 Hunt Club BLVD, Hendersonville, TN 37066

$479,900 MLS # 1067037

Total SQ 3070

For more information on finding green LEED® certified home in Middle, TN contact Dan Herrington with Bob Parks Realty at (615) 975-9021. Click here for all homes for sale in Hendersonville.

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Posted By: Kimberly Fahey

Second in Series of blogs about our family’s relocation from California to Tennessee.

My second trip to Middle Tennessee was in July 2004 while in route to Florida to celebrate my uncle’s 70 birthday party. This time my Mother and I spent 3 days here, visiting my sister and her fiancé , shopping and eating our way around Gallatin and Hendersonville. I remember visiting Old Time Pottery, Hobby Lobby and Panera Bread. I was impressed with the rolling hills, the stately brick homes and the close proximity to Old Hickory Lake. I brought home trinkets from my travels in Tennessee and told all my friends back in California how wonderful the people are. Not too much of a surprise, given the “Southern Hospitality” reputation the south is known for. Didn’t really think much more about Tennessee, other than when I caught up with my sister either by phone or email.

Now, for a little history about me, my husband and our lives in California. We lived in a small agricultural community, west of Fresno, in a town named Kerman – population 10,000. My husband, a 3rd generation farmer, was born and raised in this town; building our home ¼ mile from where he grew up. We lived in the country, surrounded by grape vineyards and most recently almond orchards with their trees lined up like soldiers standing guard over the terrain. During the months of February, March and April, the trees and vines would spring to life erupting in pastels of pink and green transforming the stark, flat landscape into a watercolor painting.

Spring has always been my favorite time of year and as farmers we welcomed the promise of another abundant year on the farm.

Next…Life on the farm.

Read Part I of this post here.

Posted By: Christine Nale

Beverly Cannon
Area Gallatin/Hendersonville
Office Phone (615) 826-4040
Mobile (615) 812-6954
Fax (615) 822-2027
Email beverly@searchingforahome.com
Website www.SearchingForAHome.com

Real Estate Profile
Hi! Welcome to my little corner of the world. I’m a native of Sumner County and licensed to practice real estate in Tennessee. Customer service has always been a big part of my work experience, which I feel is a positive asset when assisting you with all your real estate needs and decisions.

Rest assured that whether I am working for you as a buyer or a seller, there will never be a time when I’m not looking out for your best interest. Give me the opportunity to show my dedication to you and/or your family and friends when buying or selling a home. Buying or selling a home is one of the biggest decisions you can make, so let me help in making it a GOOD experience. I look forward to helping you or your family and friends with all your real estate needs in the future.
Thank you in advance for giving me the opportunity to work for you!

Member
Tennessee Association of Realtors (TAR)
National Association of Realtors (NAR)
Sumner Association of Realtors (SAR)

Sales Recognition
Silver Award of Excellence

Education and Designations
Certified Court Stenographer
Notary Public

Membership
Cornerstone Church
Cornerstone Choir
Leader Sumner Alumni Association
Portland Chamber of Commerce
Gallatin Chamber of Commerce
Hendersonville Chamber of Commerce
Make-A-Wish Foundation