Buyer's Guide

Finding Your Music City
Dream Home

One of the delightful characteristics of Nashville is her distinctive neighborhood charm. Each little pocket and niche is as unique and appealing as the people who live in them. Here you’ll find attractive urban and historical districts, quirky walkable communities with pop-up boutiques and local cafes, established upscale neighborhoods with mature landscaping and larger lots, gated luxury home estates and farms for miles. There’s something for everyone.

We think you’re going to love it.

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Define Your Goals

Sounds so basic, but why are you moving and what are your needs? Where do you spend your time and where would you like to spend more time? Lots to think about.

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Research Your Options

Where do you want to live? What type of home do you want? Single family? Townhome? Investment? We've got great options.

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Make Your Plans

Make a list of Top 5 “must haves” and 5 “would likes.” Weigh them in value so you can always keep the most important requirement top of mind.

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Build Your Team

Bob and Donnel will put together your winning team using their experience, skill and connections. They will gather Nashville’s top lenders/attorneys/ home service providers—all committed to the smoothest transaction and to your success.

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Pre-Approval/ Proof of Funds

Position yourself as a serious Buyer by securing your proof of funds in advance of viewing homes. Your financial preparedness will position you as a stronger buyer and you will be taken more seriously when you make an offer on a home.

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Property Search

Begin your search on our website, themilamgroup.com. Take note that not every home is available on a public website. That’s where our connections and knowledge of local areas and agents make a difference. We search off-market properties. We cast a wide net.

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Step 7: Negotiate Offer

Structuring an offer includes more than price, and many times other terms are equally as important: closing date, possession date, title costs, and closing costs. Everything is negotiable.

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Step 8: Remove Contingencies

Once the offer is accepted, the clock starts ticking to remove contingencies. Our transaction coordinator tracks deadlines and stays on top of all details of the contract. She alerts, informs, and supports us from contract to close.

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Step 9: Prepare for Closing

After all contingencies have been removed and your lender has issued the clear to close, it’s time to complete final details like confirming repairs, switching utilities, conducting the final walk-through and wiring your funds to title.

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Step 10: The Moving Process

You should begin packing as soon as the inspection contingencies are satisfied. Book your moving company early, and count on it taking longer than you think. Change your address with the post office, bank, credit card companies, doctors and any subscriptions you may have. Pack a travel bag including toiletries and bring your driver's license to closing. Raise that glass.