A good book can be the ultimate escape or distraction. It can teach you, humble you, entertain you. Over the last few weeks, I’ve been able to read more than usual. There is nothing better than catching up on a to-do list, especially when there is reading involved. I go through phases of reading, only... Continue Reading →
Southern Rogue Genesis
https://www.podbean.com/media/share/pb-w7ehc-aa44c4 This is the Southern Rogue podcast. I’m your host Susan Pogue, an environmental consultant and realtor in the Nashville area. This past year, I joined my family in real estate and started pursuing projects within our brand that pushed the boundaries of what I’d always done. This podcast isn’t perfect, and I didn’t want... Continue Reading →
Real Estate Myths Debunked: Real or Not Real
If you’ve ever watched the Hunger Games Trilogy, read the books, or both, then you know that the two main characters, Katniss and Peeta, were put through the ringer trying to survive the Games. At the end, Peeta is mentally exhausted and has difficulty remembering or deciphering what is real and not. Whenever things get... Continue Reading →
What you should know about reverse mortgages.
Reverse mortgages are a controversial topic in financing and real estate. Often a viable option for those close to retirement or those with considerable equity, a reverse mortgage is essentially a loan that is borrowed against the equity of a home. Equity is the difference between a home’s fair market value and the total balance... Continue Reading →
Buyer Series: The Essentials. Round Two.
The terms in real estate seem endless. As promised, here’s a few more terms you might hear as a buyer. Down Payment: This is the amount the buyer will pay up front in a transaction. It is the difference between the mortgage amount and the purchase price. The down payment depends on the type of... Continue Reading →