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Blue Hammer Home On Signal

***SOLD*** This modern European home is being offered by a proven and quality builder, Blue Hammer Homes. It features both a calming color pallet and clean design allowing the surrounding environment to take center stage. The home is situated on a cul-de-sac lot where it peaks from its generous windows from under a mature tree canopy at the breathtaking brow across the street. Just inside the front entry you are greeted into the living room featuring a fireplace flanked by arched niches with builtins on the right and a sweeping covered porch with stained ceilings and breezy ceiling fans off the back.

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Another Home By Deep South Homes

***SOLD*** Welcome to your modern mountain dream home crafted by Deep South Custom Homes in the prestigious gated community of Flipper Bend on Signal Mountain, TN. Nestled on a corner lot right across from the brow views of Chattanooga's verdant valley, this 4-bedroom, 3.5-bathroom luxury home offers unparalleled craftsmanship and contemporary elegance. Step up the grand front path and onto the inviting stone front porch and step through the glassed entry into a roomy foyer with a floating staircase allowing amazing views out the windows on each side of this glass box masterpiece. To the left, discover the heart of the home - a spacious kitchen and living area flanking the central dining space.

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Luxury Home On Signal

***SOLD*** This 4-bedroom, 4-bath home, crafted by Deep South Custom Homes, beckons you to experience the ultimate mountain retreat. As you walk up the grand porch and step into the foyer, your gaze is drawn through the expansive living room & 16ft sliding glass door that opens out to the covered porch & wooded backyard. To the right, the kitchen with a butler's pantry opens into a cozy keeping room adorned with a fireplace, creating a warm and inviting ambiance. Continuing down the hall, you'll discover a guest bedroom, a full bathroom, and a convenient utility room leading to the garage. On the opposite side of the home, two additional bedrooms await, along with the luxurious master ensuite. The master bedroom boasts a charming fireplace that separates the sleeping area from a cozy sitting nook.

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Perfect Starter Home On Signal Mountain

***SOLD*** Welcome to this charming 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath home on Autumn Way, tucked away on a quiet street in an established Signal Mountain neighborhood. This property features an updated kitchen and spacious living areas, offering plenty of room to make it your own. Enjoy exceptional outdoor living with a screened-in porch and a large deck overlooking a secluded backyard—perfect for relaxing or entertaining. With its peaceful setting, privacy, and lots of potential, this home is a rare find just minutes from top-rated schools, parks, and all the charm of Signal Mountain.

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Emotions of moving 20 Years Of Memories & How we are doing it

Moving is emotional. Add raising your children in the same home for 20 years, and the emotions ramp way up. The memories, the lessons, the comfort of familiarity, and the sheer accumulation of stuff is simply harder to move. Writing about this helps me process some of it, so follow along as I share, which may be a bit unconventional, and certainly personal.

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Bo Watson’s all American Bash

This last Sunday Senator Bo Watson held his annual All-American Bash in Collegedale Tennessee. This is the 4th year for this even and it is always a packed house and this year was no exception. Almost all of the Hamilton County delegation was in attendance as well as many of our elected state officials and our federal representatives Including Senator Marsha Blackburn, Congressman Chuck Fleischmann and Congressman Tim Burchett.

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Nashville Parade Of Homes

There are a lot of agents that work with Builders and Developers but there are very few that understand the ins and outs of new construction. When we say that we work with and represent Builders we don’t just put a sign in the yard and say that we understand new construction. We have spent the last 2 days in Nashville for the Nashville Parade of Homes and the Flower Magazine design home here in Nashville to get ahead on new trends and see what other builders are doing in other cities.

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Don’t Let The Winter Blues Get You Down, Start Spring Cleaning!

Whether you find yourself with a longer cleaning to-do list due to the holiday guests, in need of a decluttering after Christmas, or feeling a bit stir-crazy from being inside during the cold weather - whatever it is, you might as well get a head start & get that honey-do list for your husband started!

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History of veterans day

Veterans Day, initially known as Armistice Day, commemorates the end of World War I. The armistice, or temporary cessation of hostilities, between the Allied nations and Germany went into effect on the eleventh hour of the eleventh day of the eleventh month in 1918, marking the end of the "war to end all wars." The following year, on November 11, 1919, the first Armistice Day was celebrated in the United States.

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Recap of the Economic Outlook luncheon 08.16.2024

The Greater Chattanooga Realtors and the Homebuilders Association in Chattanooga held the 10th annual Economic Outlook Luncheon on August 16th. This event remains a favorite of ours because the information is rich and the sources are reliable. This year’s presenters were:

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Interior Design at the flipper bend StillHouse

While I wasn’t looking for more work, I just couldn’t pass up the opportunity to decorate a gorgeous space that I was so proud to have a very small hand in bringing to the public domain. The Flipper Bend Stillhouse is the community gathering spot in a gated community nestled on the brow of Signal Mountain. It is breathtaking!

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5 Fourth of July Safety Tips

The Fourth of July is an exciting – and delicious - time of year. There’s swimming, grilling hot dogs and hamburgers, and, of course, fireworks.  While the lights are pretty and it’s a blast to set them off, a moment of carelessness can ruin a good time.  Following this list of common – and not so common – safety tips will help ensure that you have a safe and happy July 4th.

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What is Armed forces day?

Armed Forces Day in the United States is a significant national observance dedicated to honoring and expressing gratitude to the men and women serving in the U.S. military. This annual event, celebrated on the third Saturday of May, pays tribute to the collective strength, sacrifices, and contributions of those who serve or have served across the Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines, and Coast Guard.

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history of flag day

Flag Day commemorates the adoption of the United States flag, which happened on June 14, 1777. On that day, the Continental Congress passed a resolution establishing the design of the American flag, stating, "Resolved, That the flag of the thirteen United States be thirteen stripes, alternate red and white; that the union be thirteen stars, white in a blue field, representing a new constellation."

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Forest House

The next 6 months are going to be full of firsts and more highs and lows than we can keep track of. Tina and I have embarked on the journey of rehabbing this historic 125-year-old home in the heart of North Chattanooga, a cherished property that has remained within our family since the building of it. We are filled with anticipation to see what the future holds for this beloved home. We help our clients with these types of projects all the time and this is not our first project but it is the most meaningful to us by far. As we were talking about it, something hit Tina and I - not many homes can say this but in this home's life there has never been a mortgage. A testament to the legacy of our family, this fact adds an extra layer of significance to our renovation journey.

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jasper highlands

Jasper Highlands, nestled in the scenic landscape of Tennessee, embodies the essence of tranquility, community, and natural beauty. Perched atop the Cumberland Plateau, this remarkable community offers a haven for those seeking a harmonious blend of modern living and the serenity of nature.

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