August 6, 2009

Rodin at Bella Luce

Rodin at Bella Luce was a huge success with more than 2,000 attending the gala and open house to view the art show and estate home.  We want to thank all those that made Rodin at Bella Luce such a success.  For more information about the art, contact John Davis at 593.0123.

July 16, 2009

We Recommend…

Around Town

For great ideas and tickets to great things to see and do, visit www.nowplayingnashville.com.

Other recommendations

While visiting Nashville and Williamson County, whether you’re in the market for a home or simply previewing the area with a future move date in mind, we at Jimmy Franks Homes would like to recommend a few local favorites to help you enjoy your stay.

MUST SEE

Country Music Hall of Fame (www.countrymusichalloffame.com)

Grand Ole Opry (www.opry.com)

Lower Broadway, affectionately called honky-tonk heaven. Catch a Predators hocky game and visit Tootsies, Robert’s Western World and, of course, The Ryman Auditorium.

Bluebird Cafe, the legendary singer-songwriter venue (www.bluebirdcafe.com)

The Pond, 595 Hillsboro Road, Franklin’s nitty gritty place to hear local out of the box musicians. It can and will get rowdy.

Titans game - Downtown LP field is a tough ticket to get. The Titans have sold out every game since moving into the stadium in 1999. The best bet is to go to the stadium game day and hope for the best. Season schedules can be found at titansonline.com or by calling 615.565.4200.

RESTAURANTS

With today’s economy it’s always best to call ahead but some of our favorites include:

Zolas, The Yellow Porch, Sunset Grill, The Red Pony, Wild Ginger, Back to Cuba Cafe, Margo Cafe & Bar, Noshville, Shalimar Fine Indian Cuisine, McCabe’s Pub, Swett’s, Agave, Lime, Peter’s Sushi-Thai, The Loveless Cafe. Other Franklin local establishments include:

Bunganut Pig Franklin - 1143 Columbia Avenue, (615) 794-4777
Kimbro’s Cafe - 214 S Margin St., Franklin (615) 599-2946
Puckett’s Grocery, Franklin - 120 4th Avenue South, (615) 794-5527
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SHOPPING

We have great malls like Coolsprings Galleria and The Mall at Green Hills but for more variety and boutique shops try: 12th Avenue South, The District, downtown; Downtown Franklin; Hill Center in Green Hills, anchored by a fabulous Whole Foods Market; Hillsboro Village and 8th Avenue Antique District.

Why Live in Nashville?

Travel & Leisure magazine named Nashville one of America’s Friendliest Cities and we agree. Nashville is a place where celebrities mix with residents seamlessly. Nashville is admired for its low cost of living, unique affordable residential areas, numerous parks and recreational areas, and, of course, its diverse musical scene. Great shopping and restaurants, a vibrant business world and professional sports all contribute to a vibe that is uniquely ours. Investing in a home in Middle Tennessee is investing in a lifestyle and a way of life that appeals to so many. Home prices have remained stable here making a real estate investment smart and quality of life the name of the game.

Nashville’s Housing Market

Interest rates for single family homes continue to be better than normal but have inched up to 5.1% for a 30-year fixed and 4.75% for 15-year fixed for qualified borrowers.  A quick review shows rates do vary from lender to lender and it is always wise to shop it out. Congress has extended its tax incentive into 2010, so now is still a great time to find the home of your dreams. Consult our real estate specialists at Battle Ground Realty for a consultation.

May 26, 2009

Bella Luce Tours

Out-of-town realtors with a potential buyer can contact Jimmy to schedule a private helicopter tour of Bella Luce and a weekend stay at an upscale area hotel. To schedule contact Sherry Stinson at 615-500-4645.

May 22, 2009

New Website + updates

If you have been to Jimmyfrankshomes.com you may notice that the site looks quite a bit different. We have overhauled our website and brand, with the aim of more effectively conveying the high level of quality that goes into all of Jimmy Franks’ homes. We also plan to keep you updated on upcoming openhouses, events and projects through our news feed. We are still adding to the content of the site as you read this, so check back often, and let us know what you think.