For most of us, the Thanksgiving meal is one of the best we’ll enjoy in any given year. Gathering with our family and friends around this iconic meal gives us the opportunity to use china, silverware, and tablecloths that we reserve for just such occasions.

Our guide to decorating your table for Thanksgiving will give you themes to follow as well as ideas to mix and match from. Our themes run the gamut from indulgent to crisp and simple, but there are a few guidelines that apply to all of them.

1. Don’t set up a centerpiece that will obstruct your guests’ view. Connectedness and conversation are more beautiful than a tower of even the freshest blooms.
2. If you include a pop of trendy color, choose just one. While earthy fall palettes can be mixed

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

Davidson County Market Update

Homes for Sale
• Up 0.4% Compared to the Last Month
• Up 12.6% Compared to the Last Year

Homes Closed
• Down 0.9% Compared to the Last Month
• Down 3% Compared to the Last Year

Homes Placed Under Contract
• Down 3.9% Compared to the Last Month
• Down 2% Compared to the

Located on one of the most sought after streets in Green Hills, this new home by Vintage South and renowned architectural firm, Long & Long Design, sit on a spacious lot and offers only the most exquisite finishes throughout! This property has an abundance of space for entertaining guests and natural light pouring into every space.

Many of Nashville’s most desired and high-end homes are located in the Green Hills community. Music City happenings are not limited to downtown Nashville, as Green Hills contains one of the most popular songwriting and live music venues in all of Tennessee: The Bluebird Cafe.

You can find all the shops you desire in the expansive Mall at Green Hills and will enjoy the movie theater, restaurants and other amenities

Nashville and the surrounding areas have earned worldwide acclaim for their culinary feats, and Thanksgiving is no exception. If you’re looking for restaurants that will prepare a gorgeous Thanksgiving feast, you can’t go wrong with any of these options. We encourage you to call ahead as soon as possible to let the restaurant know how many people you’d like to serve and what you’d like to order. These spots do fill up quickly.

The Mockingbird

121 12th Ave N, Nashville
Offering a decadent three-course meal followed by a choice of season dessert, The Mockingbird is a popular choice for Thanksgiving. Reservations required. Book online or call (615) 741-9900. View the full menu here. Just select Holiday menus at the top tab.
$30 Optional Beverage

Home improvement projects can feel daunting, and more than anything; time-consuming. However, setting aside even just one weekend can bring major improvements to your home. It’s amazing how much progress can be made in such a short period of time. Have an open weekend, or even just more free hours strung together than usual? Think about digging in and knocking off something on the “would be nice” list for your home!

For those that don’t even know where to start on that list, we’ve put together three weekend warrior projects that can take anywhere from just a few hours to a full 48 depending on how far you want to take. (P.S. Already nervous? We start with the easiest and go from there!)

Hardware Isn’t Hard

Hardware is something that often isn’t

Located in Music Row and just a short distance from Vanderbilt, this luxury corner unit is enveloped in windows which offers a gorgeous panoramic view of Nashville! With its high-end finishes, top-notch appliances, and sleek modern layout, this home has all your luxury living needs.

Known for being the heart of Nashville’s entertainment industry and for its famous recording studios such as the historic RCA Studio B, Music Row is home to hundreds of businesses related to country, gospel, and Christian music.

On the Row, you will find the publishing and video production houses alongside unique living spaces. You will find new construction homes, apartments and townhomes that blend well with the craftsman and bungalow homes in the area. Music Row

Founded in the 1850’s by European immigrants, Germantown is Nashville’s first official suburb. At just 18 square blocks, the small neighborhood packs a lot into the small space, including gorgeous homes, unique restaurants, and locally owned stores and businesses. Watch our Local’s Guide to Germantown video to take a look at this wonderful neighborhood!

The community provides one of the most beautiful areas for a stroll, and residents enjoy 19th-century architecture in the Victorian brick row homes, colorful cottages, and ornate churches along the way. The area is one of Nashville’s most walkable, with a network of easy to traverse sidewalks that pass by unique coffee shops, chocolatiers, and impressive restaurants.

Nearby, you can find some

Peacefully tucked away on the edge of highly desirable 12 South, this classic beauty is the kind of home that makes folks fall in love with old homes! With its tall ceilings, glittering chandeliers, gleaming hardwood floors, and spacious layout, this home is the most charming on the block.

12 South is located right next to Belmont University and is one of Nashville’s hottest areas. The beautifully restored homes of this location make it highly desirable to live in, and it is home to a wide variety of entertainment and dining venues that are unique to the area.

Living in this neighborhood gives you the luxury of being a walking distance away from designer shops, charming coffee houses and upscale bars, and you are able to find everything from

The holiday season is right around the corner! Let the season of family gatherings, full bellies, and falling leaves begin! Nashvember is back, as are other local favorites such as the Music City Yoga Festival and Christmas for Kids at the Ryman. New festivals and events are also popping up so make sure to mark your calendars and prepare yourself for a whole lot of fun!

November 3: Wine Down Main Street
Historic Main Street | Franklin

Mark your calendars, call your friends, and book the babysitter! This unique wine tasting event includes more than 30 shops that will play host to wines from around the world. Participants will taste wines, shop, and sample food from area restaurants, all while listening to great live music!

November

As we get closer to the season to the season of giving, it’s easy to get in the rut of wanting to give back, but not necessarily knowing how. Often times, once Thanksgiving and Christmas hit, many volunteer opportunities have come and gone. This year, we’re vowing to get started giving back early! Below are a few ways that we’re excited to give back. We’ll hope you’ll join!

PRO BONO WORK

There’s an amazing feeling that comes with giving the gift of a skill you have to a person or community in need. In Nashville, there are endless opportunities in the nonprofit world that would GLADLY use your time, talent and passion. To connect with a majority of the nonprofits to find a specific fit keep your eye out on Nashville’s Center for Nonprofit