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NASHVILLE, Tenn. (Sept. 9, 2024) – Data for the month of August showed 3,086 home closings, according to figures provided by Greater Nashville Realtors®. This figure indicates a 6 percent decrease from the 3,305 closings reported for the same period last year.

When people think of dangerous jobs, being a Realtor might not be the first profession that comes to mind. However, the realities of the job reveal inherent risks that are all too often overlooked. Realtors frequently meet clients they've never met before in empty homes and host open houses where strangers can walk in unannounced — situations that pose potential safety concerns.

As Generation Z enters the housing market, their approach to buying a home is reshaping the industry. Born between the mid-1990s and early 2010s, Gen Z is coming of age during a time of economic uncertainty, high student debt, and rapidly evolving technology. Despite these challenges, many are determined to achieve the American dream of homeownership, albeit on their own terms.

As Nashville continues to experience unprecedented growth, our city finds itself at a critical crossroads. Our infrastructure is straining under the weight of this rapid expansion, with congestion worsening daily and the costs of inaction mounting. If we fail to act now, it may soon be too late—and too expensive—to make the meaningful changes Nashville desperately needs.

We live in a fast-paced environment in today’s global world. In recent years, home prices and sales have skyrocketed while inventory has declined rapidly. Consumers must avoid the trap of thinking that this is normal; when in fact history shows us real estate cycles take several years to occur. Real estate is a long-term investment. While there are short windows of extraordinary times, they are rare. Today, there is a more balanced market, a positive outlook for the future, and more homes to choose from. Building a strong team of professionals to help make this plan come to fruition.

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (August 27, 2024) – As Nashville’s growth continues to accelerate, the city’s infrastructure is increasingly under pressure. The upcoming November 5 ballot presents a pivotal opportunity to address this challenge through dedicated transit funding—a move that Greater Nashville Realtors strongly supports.

For many Americans, owning a home is more than just having a place to live—it's a cornerstone of building generational wealth. Each mortgage payment made chips away at the loan and builds equity, turning a home into one of the most valuable assets a person can own.

Whether we realize it or not, we are often looked at as leaders in our communities. Realtors are not only up-to-date on what is happening in the housing market, but we are also plugging into news about the local economy, and if you're involved with RPAC you are actively working to advance public policies, protect property interests and promote a vibrant business environment. In today's political climate and with the NAR Settlement, it is important now more than ever, to exhibit leadership in your role.