REMINDER: The State of Tennessee’s Annual Sales Tax Holiday is held every year on the first Friday in August and ends the following Sunday night. This year’s tax-free holiday weekend begins at 12:01 a.m on Friday, August 5 and ends Sunday, August 7 at 11:59 p.m. LINK: Website Home Page LINK: Sales Tax Holiday Fact Sheet
August 2, 2011
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To find cities with the most jobs and lower costs of doing business, you’ll have to venture to the heartland, according to Forbes’ 13th annual Best Places of Business list. Eighty percent of the top 25 regions on Forbes’ list this year are from the center of the United States.
Forbes’ rankings evaluate 200 metro areas, factoring in job growth (past and projected), costs (business and living), income growth, projected economic growth, and educational attainment.
Demographer Bert Sperling says the heartland’s success is largely due to its “extractive industries,” such as oil, gas, and mining and record-high crop prices that have added jobs.
“These economies run in cycles, and these booms and busts are often decades in the making,” Sterling says.
Many of the cities topping the list also boast at least one strong university and strong entrepreneurial activity.
Here are the top six cities to make Forbes’ list:
Raleigh, North Carolina
Des Moines, Iowa
Provo, Utah
Lexington, Kentucky
Fort Collins, Colorado
Nashville, Tennessee
Source: “Raleigh Tops Forbes’ Best Places for Business 2011,” Forbes.com (July 11, 2011); Realtor Magazine; Blog distribution provided by Kenneth Bargers and Bargers Solutions, a proud member of Pilkerton Realtors, residential real estate services located in Nashville, Tennessee
July 12, 2011
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March 17, 2011
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March 17, 2011
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February 2, 2011
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Tennessee’s Williamson County ranks third in the nation when it comes to job growth.
According to Washington research firm Woods and Poole Economics Inc., Williamson County is expected to see growth of more than 3% in employment through 2040 compared the rest of the country which will see just over a 1% growth.
“I think the fact there are 3,000 counties in America, the fact that we are number three speaks volumes for the leadership in Williamson County,” Matt Largen, Williamson County Economic Development Director, told Nashville’s News 2.
He continued, “In today’s world, you want to have two things to have a successful economy, innovators and decision makers, and Williamson County has both of those and both of those kinds of people have built this economy over the last decade.”
The county’s proximity to Nashville is an added bonus and so is its access to Interstate 65.
The quality of life issue also factors in, according to Largen.
“There’s the school system, great place to raise your family, great amenities, high end retail, corporate housing, all different sorts of housing, so I think all those things play a part in the puzzle that is Williamson County,” he said.
According to the research, Williamson County will add more than 170,000 jobs over the next 30 years, a figure that is promising to both residents and businesses alike.
Teresa Ofman opened LuLu, a home decor and gift boutique, in downtown Franklin two years and choosing a location was never a question.
“The downtown location is the best. Lots of tourists, tons of tourists,” Ofman told Nashville’s News 2. “I have lived in Williamson County for 25 years. I love it. I shop here. I live here. I raised my son here.”
Ofman believes Williamson County is appealing for many reasons.
“We are very family oriented,” she said. “There [are] a lot of local events all through the year for families and children. I feel very safe here. It’s just small town living.”
County leaders believe most of the job growth will be in the healthcare and information technology fields.
They also expect to see more corporate headquarters relocating to Williamson County and more people opening small businesses in the future.
Ahead of Williamson County on the list are Loudoun County in Virginia and Douglas County in Colorado.
RELATED LINK: Nashville Area Links of Interest; Life is Good! Things to Do!
Source: 013111, WKRN, Woods and Poole Economics Inc. (www.woodsandpoole.com); blog distribution provided by Kenneth Bargers and Bargers Solutions residential real estate services located in Nashville, Tennessee
February 1, 2011
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MIRABELLA EXECUTIVE HOME | Area 21 | Offered at $1,350,000
1512 Mirabella Way, Murfreeesboro, Tennessee … 5,328 s.f. | 1.47 Acres | 5 Bedrooms | 4/2 Baths | 3-Car Garage … NEW TO THE MARKET … Incredible Geo Thermal Home- beautifully decorated by Bradford’s Interior Design-Amazing landscaping-gardens-pool area-Hardwoods, European Wall Coverings-Gold Leaf painting, Beverage Bar by Master Bedroom-Thermador Appliances Exclusively marketed by the Jennie Clements Team of Prudential Woodmont Realty RELATED LINK: MLS 1236232
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December 28, 2010
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2010 CHARITY TOUR OF HOMES – MASTER CUSTOM BUILDERS COUNCIL OF TENNESSEE
Seven Middle Tennessee homeowners will open up their doors to the public in October to benefit their favorite charities!
October 15-17 and October 22-24 | 1:00-8:00 p.m.
Welcome to the Master Custom Builders Council of Tennessee 2010 Charity Tour of Homes, presented by Marvin Windows by Dale Inc. This year’s event features seven custom-built homes located throughout the Greater Nashville area. From “Boulevard” jewels to lakefront gems, this year’s tour is sure to have something to catch everyone’s eye. The seven homeowners participating have all selected a charity of their choice that will benefit from this year’s ticket sales. The event runs over two weekends in October, and a single ticket ensures entry into each home. Purchase your tickets now and see why the builder members of the MCBC of Tennessee are the best that the state has to offer.
The property addresses are:
- 600 Belle Park Circle, Nashville, TN 37205
- 642 Belle Park Circle, Nashville, TN 37205
- 604 Belle Park Circle, Nashville, TN 37205
- 1124 Landing Court, Gallatin, TN 37066
- 214 Bluegrass Drive, Hendersonville, TN 37075
- 509 Legends Ridge Court, Franklin, TN 37064
- 4400 Franklin Road, Nashville, TN 37204
Charities That Benefit:
- The Neuroscience Center of the St. Thomas Foundation
- Hendersonville Samaritan Association
- YMCA of Middle Tennessee
- Nashville Area Habitat for Humanity
- Family & Children’s Service
- High Hopes
- KIPP Academy Nashville
For Ticket Information, please call 615.878.1803; Master Custom Builder Council of Tennessee website.
September 5, 2010
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The State of Tennessee’s Annual Sales Tax Holiday is held every year on the first Friday in August and ends the following Sunday night. This year’s tax-free holiday weekend begins at 12:01 a.m on Friday, August 6th and ends Sunday, August 8th at 11:59 p.m.
Take advantage of clothing, school supplies, computers, and much more…
Click link to view complete details http://tennessee.gov/revenue/salestaxholiday/
August 3, 2010
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052410 … We have a lot on our plate here in Tennessee, yet today our elected Representatives, led by Representative Joe Carr of Lascassas, took the time to praise and endorse another state’s actions. Obviously the immigration issue is important to Representative Carr but not to the point of creating a Tennessee law to address his concerns. As our Representatives took the time to pass this resolution, Arizona was marching on to their next cause – reassigning Teachers with thick accents. I am assuming another resolution by Representative Carr and our representatives will follow in the near future.
Is this Leadership in our State? Are we being represented properly to address legitimate immigration concerns as Tennesseans? What purpose did this serve by associating our good name, Tennessee, with a controversial law from another state?
Tennessee House Commends Arizona on Immigration Law (Tennessean 052410) The Tennessee House has passed a resolution to commend Arizona on its tough new immigration law. The chamber voted 67-25 on Monday to pass the resolution sponsored by Republican Rep. Joe Carr of Lascassas. The measure congratulates Arizona lawmakers and Gov. Jan Brewer
for “their actions to protect their citizens and the borders of our great nation.” Read more… Tenn. House commends Arizona on immigration law | tennessean.com | The Tennessean.
Arizona wants to reassign teachers with accents (CNN 052410) - It’s been a month since Arizona passed its controversial immigration law that sparked protests from coast to coast. Now, state education officials want immigrant teachers with heavy accents removed from classes for students who are still learning English. They say they are following federal guidelines set up by the Bush administration in 2002, but critics are calling it an ethnic witch hunt. Our Thelma Gutierrez looks at the new debate in this AM original report. Read more… http://amfix.blogs.cnn.com/2010/05/24/arizona-wants-to-reassign-teachers-with-accents/
Sources: The Tennessean, CNN, Associated Press
May 24, 2010
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1512 Mirabella Way, Murfreeesboro, Tennessee … 5,328 s.f. | 1.47 Acres | 5 Bedrooms | 4/2 Baths | 3-Car Garage … NEW TO THE MARKET … Incredible Geo Thermal Home- beautifully decorated by Bradford’s Interior Design-Amazing landscaping-gardens-pool area-Hardwoods, European Wall Coverings-Gold Leaf painting, Beverage Bar by Master Bedroom-Thermador Appliances Exclusively marketed by the Jennie Clements Team of Prudential Woodmont Realty RELATED LINK: MLS 1236232
Welcome to the Master Custom Builders Council of Tennessee 2010 Charity Tour of Homes, presented by Marvin Windows by Dale Inc. This year’s event features seven custom-built homes located throughout the Greater Nashville area. From “Boulevard” jewels to lakefront gems, this year’s tour is sure to have something to catch everyone’s eye. The seven homeowners participating have all selected a charity of their choice that will benefit from this year’s ticket sales. The event runs over two weekends in October, and a single ticket ensures entry into each home. Purchase your tickets now and see why the builder members of the MCBC of Tennessee are the best that the state has to offer. 
The State of Tennessee’s Annual Sales Tax Holiday is held every year on the first Friday in August and ends the following Sunday night. This year’s tax-free holiday weekend begins at 12:01 a.m on Friday, August 6th and ends Sunday, August 8th at 11:59 p.m. 
