Blog - April, 2021

Your Guide to Refinancing Your Condo

A condo refi is similar to refinancing any other home. The lender will look at your income, assets, and credit to ascertain your qualification. Plus, the condo will also be appraised to determine the property value.

However, since there are more variables when refinancing a condo, such as shared amenities, lenders usually conduct a condo review. 

It's worth noting that not every condo will require a review. A conventional loan refi of a detached condo typically won't need one since they're considered a single-family residence. The same goes for condo projects with four units or less.

Otherwise, it's safe to assume that you will need a review to refi your condo. Here's what that might look like. 

Condo Review For Government-Backed Loans

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Listing of the Week - 8472 Heirloom Blvd

Don’t miss your chance to call this dazzling home your own! This pristine home has everything you’ve been searching for like a chef's kitchen, tons of natural light, plenty of space for entertaining, high-end finishes throughout, a gorgeous covered back porch with a wood-burning fireplace, and enough space to add a pool. You also get to enjoy The Grove's luxury amenities!

College Grove is located about 38 minutes south of Nashville in Williamson County. Home to the Bluegrass & Harvest Festival, College Grove is a small unincorporated community undergoing new growth.

Settled south of Davidson county and just outside of Eagleville, it's a great choice for locals looking for true simple, country living. As College Grove undergoes new growth,…

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Broker Highlight: Scott Cornett

Parks is proud to highlight the managing broker of our Gulch office, Scott Cornett!

Scott has 15 years of experience in the real estate industry, with eight of them as part of the Parks family. He holds a bachelor’s degree from the University of North Alabama where he majored in music business and minored in business administration. When it comes to real estate, Scott specializes in building community in the urban core.

Prior to his career in real estate, Scott spent 11 years in various positions in the music business. Those roles included song publishing, pitching to television and films, licensing, art direction, and field sales. “I hopped around a lot trying to soak it all up. When I resigned, I was head of marketing and sales for an indie…

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Top Moving Apps

Every year, over 40 million people within the US move house, with 80% of these moves occurring between April and October. If you’re planning to move during peak season this year, you should know that the demand for movers and moving services will be high. To help you plan and manage your move, we’ve chosen 10 Top Moving Apps, all of which are free to download and use. Moving, whether you’re relocating to another state or down the block, is a complex undertaking with dozens of parts that all need to line up for the process to go smoothly. Make your life easier with today’s best moving apps. 

1.) Google Keep

Cost: Free

Available through your smartphone and internet browser as an extension

Google Keep is the ideal app for you and your…

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Best Yoga Studios

In 2020, health and immunity were in the international spotlight like never before. Unfortunately, especially at the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, serenity and tranquility weren’t easy for many of us to achieve, and our physical fitness took a proverbial back seat.

Now, with yoga studios across Middle Tennessee open for classes, you can pursue improved personal wellness—both inside and out—in a community of like-minded students. Today, we’re bringing you our list of the best local yoga studios in Middle Tennessee. While things may be a bit different than they were pre-pandemic, classes are in full swing; the only thing missing is you!

Sanctuary for Yoga
Nashville, TN
sanctuaryforyoga.com

Sanctuary Yoga was founded by Daphne and Tom…

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Listing of the Week - 7215 Shagbark Ln

Resting on a quiet cul-de-sac, this charming custom-built home is your chance to live in The Grove and enjoy luxury resort amenities! The property offers a grand covered porch, a 100-year-old wood fireplace surrounding, a wonderful kitchen, high-end finishes throughout, and a spacious backyard with amazing outdoor living features that feel like a private retreat.

College Grove is located about 38 minutes south of Nashville in Williamson County. Home to the Bluegrass & Harvest Festival, College Grove is a small unincorporated community undergoing new growth.

Settled south of Davidson county and just outside of Eagleville, it's a great choice for locals looking for true simple, country living. As College Grove undergoes new growth, shops and…

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Agent Highlight: Mattie Cantrell

Parks is proud to highlight an amazing agent from our East Nashville office, Mattie Cantrell!

Mattie has been a part of the Parks family since she got her license a little over a year ago. She holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Communication from Fisk University and a Master of Education degree in Curriculum and Instruction with a focus in Elementary Education from Tennessee State University. Mattie specializes in education and guiding buyers and sellers through the real estate process.

Mattie has served as a community liaison and education leader for the past 16 years. Her interest in real estate began shortly after starting her career in education. As she began to influence the lives of many young people, she learned how home and community…

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How's the Nashville Real Estate Market? - March 2021

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, the 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, and Robertson counties to help you make the most informed and beneficial choices possible.

See the Previous Month's Stats!

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April 2021 | Locals Supporting Locals

It's that time of the month again! We are excited to announce April's LoLo gifts! There are so many unique, wonderful, local businesses in Middle Tennessee and it's time to celebrate them this month!

LoLo, Locals Supporting Locals, is an amazing program for your Parks REALTOR® to give to you! Each month, a completely free, new gift comes to your cell phone for you to enjoy. The gifts are selected by county and are only for local businesses, no nationwide chains!

LoLo helps remind us to shop local and support our friends and neighbors! Here are April's gifts to you!

Honest Coffee Roasters

Williamson & Davidson County

Honest Coffee Roasters is a local favorite! They are a specialty coffee roasting company located in Franklin,…

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Listing of the Week - 4553 S Carothers Rd

Designed by Preston Shea, this home is an entertainer's dream! The property features an amazing design for functional living, an open concept, fantastic natural light, elevated finishes, a convenient location, over 800 sq ft of outdoor porches and patio, and breathtaking landscaping. The outdoor spaces of this home must be seen to be fully appreciated!

There is just something about the charm of Franklin that sets it apart. It's a vibrant and alive city that embraces its historic appeal while continuing to look to the future.

Located 30 minutes south of Nashville in Williamson County, Franklin is home to major corporate headquarters, historical attractions, a lively music scene, an abundance of shopping and plenty of parks and green space. The…

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