Country roads take me home

Tennessee ranks among states with best roads in the nation

Jun 28, 2021 at 11:00 am by robmtchl 1

According to a recent survey, Tennessee has something more of which to be proud. It might be unexpected too. Tennessee has the best roadways in the Southeast and few states na.... Read More

Does a 'Mr. Potter' Own Your Home?

Jun 21, 2021 at 09:48 am by robmtchl 2

The current state of homeownership in Middle Tennessee, especially my home county of Rutherford, reminds me of why homeownership is important to a community. Our nation was f.... Read More
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Demand for homes soars in April in Rutherford County

Jun 16, 2021 at 10:03 am by robmtchl 1

According to a report released by Middle Tennessee Association of Realtors)'s Candy Joyce, April  2021 had 633 home sales closed with an average sales price of $348,140..... Read More

Good local government requires cooperation

Jun 09, 2021 at 10:15 am by robmtchl

For our community to continue leading in the 21st Century Economy, we need a 21st Century Government.  We need a government that is lean, efficient, and continuously str.... Read More

Moral Courage Required of Elected Officials

Jun 07, 2021 at 09:00 am by robmtchl

Morality is a system of values and beliefs, as well as principles of conduct. Moralistic behavior is characterized by such traits as honesty, integrity, humility, courage and.... Read More

Main Street Programs Merge Commerce and Preservation Together

May 31, 2021 at 11:00 am by robmtchl

The Tennessee Main Street Program requires communities to illustrate a commitment from local government and other local organizations, an adequate organizational budget, a str.... Read More

Rutherford County Highest Demand Area for Home Sales

May 27, 2021 at 10:00 am by robmtchl

Did you know that real estate in the Nashville MSA (of which Rutherford County is a part) is hotter than a $20 dollar pistol right now? Well, unless you are Rip Van Winkle yo.... Read More

Tennessee Has Grants to Protect Historic Properties

May 24, 2021 at 10:54 am by robmtchl

Preserving our past for future generation is vitally important. Recognizing the impact of historic properties to a community is more important now than ever. Recently the Tenn.... Read More

Where are GenXers not buying homes? (Hint: It's here)

May 20, 2021 at 10:30 am by robmtchl

It shouldn't suprise you that Generation X folks are looking for perceived values in home buying. They lived through the 1980 recession as well as lost almost 1/2 of thei.... Read More
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How to apply for Emergency Internet Relief

May 18, 2021 at 10:00 am by robmtchl 1

The FCC recently announced that on May 12, 2021, eligible households will be able to apply for the Emergency Broadband Benefit. In announcing the official laun.... Read More
Tennessee General Assembly

Opinion: Real estate lobbyists win on Capitol Hill at expense of taxpayers

May 17, 2021 at 09:22 am by robmtchl 1

Did you hear about the new law which will permit REITs to develop single-family residential properties and rent them out and escape Property taxes? REITs, Real estate Investm.... Read More

When is Currency not Currency? When it's Cryptocurrency.

May 14, 2021 at 07:00 am by robmtchl 4

Virtual currencies, including cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin and Dogecoin, have raised questions in relation to money transmission and currency exchange. The Tennessee Money Tr.... Read More