Want to Start an Auction War?

Nope, not at the courthouse steps— how about the schoolhouse steps?! I’m speaking of a silent auction in support of our public elementary school, Edmondson Elementary School. Those of you who know me well know that PTOs (or PTAs) are a cause very near and dear to my heart. I have always loved being involved in my children’s schools. It is incredibly rewarding and I have met some truly, truly awesome folks (and I’m talking lifetime friends, people I can really count on and trust)… 

Home is Not a Place, It’s a Feeling

Doesn’t this make perfect sense? This is what ‘staging’ is really all about. Evoking a positive and connected feeling for potential buyers. Staging is both an art and a science: psychology.

Love Is in the Air! My New Love: Couture for A Cause

Okay, ladies, you have to know about my new discovery, the store Couture for A Cause. I’m in love. You will be too. While I’m definitely not a true fashionista (just a wannabe), I would define myself as a ‘clothes horse’ — as in ‘passionate about clothes’ and… ‘can’t have too many black shoes’ type of girl.

Life is an Amazing Book

Today, is the first blank page of a 365 page book. Write a good one. ~Brad Paisley

At the start of the new year I posted this on my personal Facebook page. Nearly two weeks in and I’m still thinking about it. It is a powerful quote from Nashville’s very own Brad Paisley.

‘Mom’s Gone Craft Crazy’

My daughter emphatically informs my husband a few Saturday’s ago that I have gone ‘craft crazy’ in reference to my Christmas experiments (out of the mouth of babes). Let me explain the series of events leading to this moment… 

These Are a Few of My Favorite Things

It has been a whirlwind few weeks and I have been anxious to get to this post. Finally, I am here!

It’s official, I am a blogger! On December 3, I was invited to attend the Home Blogger Meet Up at Nashville Parade of Homes where I was afforded the opportunity to preview the homes on tour before they opened to the general public! Yes, I felt like a rock star, thank you to my amazing friend, The Decorologist, for the invite. I was truly inspired by all the gorgeous homes decked out in their Christmas glory. 

Real ‘Ah!’ Staging

I just love, love, love my job. And I love it even more when I get to help an awesome family sell quickly (read FIRST FEW HOURS) and for top dollar (OVER ASKING)…. even though they will be sorely missed within our community and Mom, more personally, within my inner circle. 

Happy Fall Y’all from The Allen Team

I love Nashville in the fall. The rolling hills of Tennessee, the vibrant colors– all caught perfectly in this photograph taken in the Brentwood area by my dear and talented friend Terri Watson. 

Aaahh, the Brentwood Beach

I realize my blog title is an oxymoron, but anyone living in the area knows where many of our locals head for their beach fix.

Pretty Sells

I have learned a lot this year, actually I am always learning in this business. Rarely a dull moment. Something has really stuck with me though in this record year we are having. Pretty sells. And it kind of makes sense when you look at the consumer world… we buy pretty, right? Glamour, ritz, bells and whistles. Well, what does that have to do with houses?