After the dust has settled from the big move, you’re going to want to take a look around town and get to know the place you now call home. Known as the music capital of the world, Nashville has a lot to offer from a music standpoint, but this city’s accolades don’t stop there. Take a look at our top ten list of places to visit in Nashville.

1. The Opry House: Home to the world famous Grand Ole Opry, this music venue offers a range of shows and concerts capturing the history and namesake of this great city. See where some of country music’s biggest stars got their start and browse through the Opry store for apparel and memorabilia.
2. The Hermitage: Step back in time on what was once Andrew Jackson’s 1000-acre estate. Turned into a (more…)

One of the less glamorous, but necessary, parts of moving is finding and installing all your new utilities. This includes everything from cable to internet home air conditioning and heating systems. When you are looking for utility companies and products there are a few important things to remember. If available, you may want to consider Energy Star appliances for your new home. These energy efficient products can save you money every month on energy costs as well as reduce your carbon footprint. Its also important to purchase up to date products so you won’t be dying to replace them in only a couple years. One of the areas where this is most relevant is your wireless internet source. Chances are, if you’re like most of us, you have some sort of dependency on wireless capabilities, whether it’s for checking email, finding movie times at the theater, or checking your Facebook page. (more…)

Along with its many other attributes, Nashville is also home to many unique and delicious restaurants. Once you’re all unpacked head out to one of these tasty dining spots for a night of relaxing cuisine.

1. Germantown Caf: Serving brunch, lunch, and dinner, this restaurant offers specially prepared dishes for a reasonable price. Try the plum pork entre or the Germantown strudel and be sure to browse through the extensive bar menu for a nice drink with friends and family.
2. Nana Rosa: Famous for their unbeatable biscotti and specialty cakes, the traditional Italian feel of this restaurant make it a homey dining spot with delicious Italian dishes.
3. Rotiers: A classic “meat and three” style restaurant that has become famous for their hamburgers. The long list of domestic and imported beers makes Rotiers a great place to grab a drink with friends.
4. F. Scott’s Restaurant and Jazz Bar: In addition to a sophisticated menu filled with steak, seafood and pasta, F. Scott’s has live jazz music 6 nights a week. Visit their website for a list of events and performers.
5. Loveless Caf: This well-known caf has been feeding residents and visitors of Nashville the home-style, southern cooking they crave for over half a century. You can also order sweets, meats and other treats on their online store. (more…)

Now that you know you’re moving to Nashville, one of the first things to decide is where in the Music City you want to live. Nashville is home to a variety of different neighborhoods catering to different lifestyles and interests. Before you rent or buy your new home, make sure you find the right place for you.If you’re looking for a quaint, low-key community, you might want to consider either East Nashville or Sylvan Park. While East Nashville is more of a historic and eclectic community, Sylvan Park has a quieter, traditional Southern feel to it. If you want to be closer to the heart of the action, take a look at Hillsboro Village or Elliston Place. Both of these communities are close to Belmont University and Vanderbilt University. Teeming with nightclubs, music venues, and breweries, these neighborhoods are great for the younger demographics. Green Hills village is a great neighborhood to settle in if you’re looking for an upscale home and community. It may be a little pricier but there is still plenty going on in this community, including the famous Bluebird caf, where many country music stars got their start. Become a part of a new and growing neighborhood in 12 South. This community appeals to a range of interests and is known for its many unique restaurants. (more…)