With Thanksgiving just days away, homeowners can never be short of tips and helpful suggestions for those little setbacks that come with travel or hosting for the holiday. One of the easiest ways to make sure all cheerful efforts go according to plan is to sit down and make up a schedule for the event, according to the Huffington Post. Ensuring all relatives know when to get there is one thing, but hosts also need to ensure they know when to start their food preparation, put out the dishes, and so on, to make sure nothing gets derailed.

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Often, the process of shopping for a feast, consisting of a number of courses to feed several people or more, can be difficult. It’s not easy to balance catering to various needs and stay

This Listing of the Week is a renovated home in Brentwood featuring three bedrooms, three bathrooms, plus an additional one bedroom, one and a half bath suite perfect for family or an income producing rental. The backyard is park-like and includes a new deck and outdoor kitchen. The home has hardwood floors throughout, a double-sided gas fireplace, plus a finished basement with walk-in storage.

Located in scenic Williamson County, Brentwood, Tennessee is home to abundant recreational amenities, quality schools, and premier suburban and residential living. Because of its exceptional land use, development, easy access to Nashville and small-town feel, Brentwood has quickly grown to become one of the most attractive and desirable communities in

The holiday season is in full swing and there are plenty of events around Middle Tennessee to keep you busy. Make plans to see a family-friendly play, step back in time at Dickensfest, or get ready for a fun evening out with one of our suggestions for December. 

November 24th-December 10: It’s a Wonderful Life
Hendersonville Performing Arts Company Theater
This classic holiday favorite is back, telling the tale of George Bailey and his visit from his guardian angel. It’s a heartwarming tale that celebrates the American philosophy of life.

November 24th-December 31: Holiday LIGHTS
Cheekwood | Nashville
One million lights will fill the trees and surround the gardens and ponds of the beautiful Cheewood Estate and Gardens. Kids will enjoy visiting

Make-A-Wish, a non-profit close to the hearts of the Parks Family of Realtors®, grants wishes for children with life-threatening medical conditions. Serving 38 counties in Middle Tennessee, they grant approximately 140 wishes per year for children between the ages of two and a half and 18. 

Make-A-Wish is participating in Giving Tuesday, a day of giving following Black Friday and Cyber Monday, falling this year on November 28. It kicks off the charitable season and has a global reach, raising millions of dollars for nonprofits in approximately 98 countries.

This biggest part of Giving Tuesday’s campaign is through social media, and it’s one of the biggest ways an individual can participate beyond donating financially. They offer an online toolkit

This Listing of the Week offers unbeatable convenience. Located close to West End, Vanderbilt, Sylvan Park, downtown, and the interstate, you can be at some of Nashville’s hottest spots within minutes. It features a large covered terrace, nest thermostat, stainless steel appliances, hardwood floors and like new carpet, and an elevator from the garage to the unit.

The West End/Sylvan Park area is wonderful for families of all types, or for singles who want to live in a more residential area. Located south-west of Downtown Nashville, Sylvan Park is the perfect place if you are community-minded, as residents in this area tend to be heavily involved in the community and local businesses.

Listed by Bonnie McNichols.

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On the Tuesday after Thanksgiving in the United States, many people have begun to celebrate a day of giving known as Giving Tuesday (#GivingTuesday). Founded in 2012, Giving Tuesday is a direct response to the rampant consumerism and commercialization of the holiday season. Disturbed by the lack of empathy and compassion demonstrated by US citizens during such events as Black Friday and Cyber Monday, the 92nd Street Y and The United Nations Foundation launched Giving Tuesday in the hopes that the entire world would be inspired to launch the holiday season with an emphasis on giving and charity rather than self-enrichment and exchanging of material goods with those who don’t truly need them. 

By 2016, just four short years after its launch, Giving

This southern and stately Listing of the Week is nestled in Franklin’s Laurelbrooke. With impressive finishes and plenty of entertainment space, this home is both elegant and comfortable. A private backyard makes morning coffee in the courtyard the perfect start to any day.

Known for it is picturesque main street, historical attractions, antique shops and lively music scene, Franklin (fondly known as “Small Town, USA”) was voted the number one small town in Tennessee. Main Street in downtown Franklin bustles with southern hospitality, historic preservation, and modern sophistication.

Listed by Michelle Glass.

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ABOUT BRENTWOOD

The area between Davidson and Williamson counties is home to some of the prettiest communities in Middle Tennessee. Brentwood, Tennessee sits just minutes from downtown Nashville and features pristine parks, some of the best schools in the state, and homes that look like they’ve come out of a Southern Living magazine.

Brentwood is located about 10 minutes south of Nashville in scenic Williamson County, and because of its easy access to Nashville and small-town feel, Brentwood has quickly grown to become one of the most attractive and desirable communities in Tennessee.

The town is home to an abundance of recreational and cultural amenities such as 11 public parks, the Brentwood Library, which is a must visit if you have

With winter just a few months away, it’s time vital to prioritize any lingering home improvement do-it-yourself projects owners have been meaning to get around to. Colder weather often means that outdoor jobs, in particular, become difficult or even impossible to start, let alone complete. Moreover, many of the DIY jobs homeowners may want to get around to have to do with winterizing their houses or properties in some way, so getting those efforts underway as soon as possible is crucial. 

One of the biggest goals homeowners are likely to have as they look to winterize their homes is trying to save money on their heating bills, according to the Family Handyman. The good news is this is not as intensive as most may expect.

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This Listing of the Week is a beautiful custom-built home sitting on 9.5 acres in Christiana. The home has four main level bedrooms, a professionally designed kitchen, and hardwood floors. Both the open floor plan and the outdoor entertaining space offer incredible expansive views.

Christiana is a part of Rutherford County and offers a great school system. It is convenient to Murfreesboro, but offers the space and privacy of rural life.

Listed by Lea Anne Bedsole.

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