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If You Don't Want Buyers and Sellers Sitting On The Fence, Why Are You ?

Thu, 23 Apr 2009 12:35:22 -0500

When I was 16 years old my parents decided it would be best to move us from the only place I had ever known, New York to Florida. As a teenager you can venture a guess I was pretty mad. I did everything but cooperate. It was my life and who were they to take me from my family and my friends ?For months they showed me all the wonderful things about Florida in hopes that it would grow on me. The only real thing I thought about was boys and the beach... boy did that seem to fit. From one day to the next I couldn't make up my mind...Whether I would give it an honest chance or continue to wreak havoc on my parents lives for what seemed back then " ruining my life " . This is when I learned to start sitting on the fence.

Shortly after moving to Florida, still kicking and screaming I might ad, I met my best friend. Her name was Holly. She had grew up in Indiana and her parents moved her to Florida some 5 years before. She could empathize with what I was going through. She became the " wind beneath my wings " in so many ways. She had a boyfriend named Everitte, he was a trip and became like a big brother to me, one I never had. He had a friend named Corey who liked me but in my eyes I was still going back to New York, even if I had to swim all the way there. I must admit he was rather "cute" and for 16 a real gentlemen. I still sat on the fence because I feared the unknown and wanted back what I was comfortable with.

One night Holly wanted to sneak out after curfew during a sleep over at her home. The " boys " were to meet us at the end of the block. It was a race to stay awake for a little while after her Mom went to bed so we could sneak out the window, climb the 6 foot wood privacy fence and run for our lives and for Holly into the arms of a boy she swore she would marry one day. Being scared of heights that fence looked rather larger than it really was. Thinking back I can say now, " I didn't climb fences but rather I sat on them ". Instead of giving things an honest chance I chose to sit in hopes everything I needed and wanted came to me.It's amazing at how at 16 you think the world revolves around you ! Climbing out the window went off without a hitch. Getting stuck on the pointy end of the fence up my shorts literally became a huge problem. As I tried to cross over the fence the tip stuck in my shorts and their I sat on the fence I had always been sitting on in my mind now stuck. It wasn't long before I realized I wasn't going anywhere and the fear of the unknown started to take me over not to mention my fear of heights. In hindsight at 16 it was a funny adventure, the most embarrassing moment when 2 boys and your best friend have to free you from the fence, all while being quiet so you don't wake Mom or the neighbors. Today, looking back I can see how by creating images in my mind and living for " sitting on the fence " because the unknown was to uncomfortable, I got back exactly what my mind had already been creating. The fear of change, changing times, the unknown, what was not comfortable, what I didn't know bound me to a fence both in my mind and then in real life.

That night not only did I realize I could over come my fears but I also realized I had friends who would ease me from that wretched old fence and safely place me on my feet again. That I had resources that had been staring me in the face the whole time to help me through the changes in my life but I missed them, I missed it all because I wanted back what I was comfortable with. How dare I go against everything and everyone I ever knew. The things that made me laugh, smile and cry all at the same time. The things that made me whole.....

In our lives there is change. We grow up, we move, we start a business. We get married, we have a family. Friends come and go. The one thing that always remains the same is change. This we cannot control. As Realtors(r) our business changes. As a Buyer or Seller their business changes. The one thing I know for certain is that I would have never gotten off of that fence if three people I barely knew didn't provide a push, a pull, a tug and hope. I had to trust they would do exactly what they said they would. I had to open my heart and mind that they would show me the way. That with every hand placed upon me they would get me down from sitting on the fence. Because I embraced the unknown and learned to trust what I was not comfortable with I was freed, free to live and enjoy my life in a place in a new era of time. At that moment I learned keeping two feet on the ground was more comfortable than your feet dangling from a fence.

Have you been sitting on the fence ? If you are sitting on the fence it's no wonder our buyers and sellers are sitting there too. How many of us are holding out our hands, opening the mind and instilling trust to a buyer and seller that although the markets have changed they are getting no where by dangling from the fence. Like my friends took over in my time of need it is our time to take over the market, change with the market and educate our buyers and sellers. If we fear, they fear. If we sit on the fence, they sit on the fence. There are both buyers and sellers out there waiting for someone to give them hope. Waiting for someone to show them that they do not have to fear the unknown. That the world still spins and no it will NOT fall off it's axle. If we don't dare to show and tell the knew things they won't dare to understand them.

There are new questions arising every day in our changing economy and market. The fact still remains the same that buyers will need to purchase and sellers will need to sell. We already know that most buyers these days are going to the internet to start there home searches. If we write for buyers the sellers come. Today's most important question that a seller asks is :

What are you doing or what will you do to bring buyers to my home ? If your answer is post cards, mail outs and media advertising than you are no different than the other three agents they will soon be interviewing. NOW is the time to stand out from the rest. How am I doing it. Easy, I stopped sitting and the fence, I am embracing the unknown and there is no fear factor when I walk into a home. I call upon Growth Leader every time ! Why, it's simple.....

Growth Leader : Growth Leader is a proven strategy to bring in buyers. What better piece to incorporate in your listing package. Seriously, everyone has a web site these days. In fact, if you go looking around many look the same only the area's , territories are different. Right now we need our sellers and buyers to say " I have never seen that before ".That is how we will gain there trust, develop a relationship and offer hope. By showing them something knew we are showing them we are not sitting on the fence waiting for someone else to show us.Not everyone can walk into a home and say " This is how I find buyers for your home " and pull up Growth Leader. It is not everyday or every agent that can walk in a home with their laptop google a search term and show your Growth Leader on the top of page 1 in the sponsored links. We all know a seller leads to a buyer, a buyer back to a seller and the referral stage begins. From what I have gathered on recent comments there are so many of you sitting on the fence waiting for everyone else using Growth Leader to tell you what to do or not instead of seizing the opportunity. What may work for me may not work for you or your market. The only way you will ever know is to get off the fence and try it yourself.

I don't care how pretty your fence is, it's still a fence.

I have been using Growth Leader for 10 weeks. In that 10 weeks I have passed referrals for listings in other states, gained both short term and long term buyers, written contracts, closed and my listings are flourishing because I have a system that has proved itself to work. Not only in my eyes but in the eyes of the consumer who is looking at me to show them exactly how I have changed in our market. Nothing Will work in a week or a month. It takes time, effort and diligence. When you first started blogging did the prospects start coming over night ? It took time. It took time to learn how to blog, learn about tags, SEO and what to write about. For some of us it took months to complete a task of 1 prospect. Nothing happens over night but the more time you waste sitting on the fence not only are your buyers and sellers sitting there with you but you are wasting valuable time and resources to get you exactly where you need to be.

Today, I am passing along a favor. A favor that was given to me 19 years ago. I am helping you get off the fence. Why are you still sitting there ?

Melissa Grant, Realtor(r) Century 21 Fountain Realty. 931-210-8277 Direct Melissa@C21Fountain.com or visit my website at www.crossvilletnrealestateforsale.com. I am never to busy for your referrals.

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Melissa Grant is a Real Estate Coordinator offering Virtual Real Estate Services to Real Estate Agents and Real Estate Professionals throughout Pt St Lucie, Fl and Nationwide. Melissa Grant is also an Active Rain Ambassador and would love to show you how becoming an Active Rain Rainmaker can drive your business to the next level !

For more information on Virtual Real Estate or Virtual Real Estate Assistant service please contact me anytime. Specializing in Office Coordination, Real Estate Marketing, Real Estate Advertising, Transaction Management and more

Melissa Grant
772-419-1369
lissalgrant@yahoo.com
Pt St Lucie, FL Virtual Assistant and Real Estate Coordinator

Crossville TN - The Best Kept Secret In Tennessee, Along The Cumberland Plateau

Wed, 22 Apr 2009 07:39:51 -0500

Here in Crossville TN the stage is set for you. We are the place you have been looking for. Just off of I- 40, Crossville TN is conveniently located to Nashville, Knoxville and Chattanooga. Why is Crossville TN the place ?

For starters, the area is home to Tennessee's famous vacation resort, Fairfield Glade, where five beautiful golf courses will test any skill. But there's more, so much more. Crossville TN - Cumberland County has a total of 11 championship golf courses.

Here upon the Cumberland Plateau you can also visit the highest elevated golf course at the Renegade Mountain Resort. Golf in Crossville - Cumberland County is one of our area's major attractions. Each course is unique and offers a different golfing experience.

From breath taking mountain views, mountain streams, rolling hills and rock formations not only are our golf courses challenging they are enjoyable for all skill levels.

As many of our visitors and residents here in Crossville will attest, that's not all that we have to offer you and your family. From our Golf Courses to our award winning Cumberland County Playhouse to the Crossville Outlet Center, Crossville has something for everyone. High upon the Cumberland Plateau we offer upscale cuisine to down home cooking and the sights and sounds you will savor year after year.

If you are looking for more than Golf, Crossville is packed with recreation, entertainment, history, dining and shopping.

With an elevation of 2000 feet and an average summer temperature of 74 degrees, Cumberland County residents and visitors can also enjoy hiking, boating, fishing, camping, canoeing, whitewater rafting, even hunting. Auto and drag racing events are held on a regular basis.

For all of these reasons, our area has been voted one of the nation's most desirable places to live and retire to.

When you relocate or visit be sure to put these attractions on your check list :

RECREATION :

Ozone Falls State Natural Area - a pristine setting that has attracted Hollywood Filmmakers.
Catoosa Wildlife Management Area - a hunting wilderness of almost 80,000 acres
Crossville Recreational Park, 75 acres of championship ball fields, tennis and volleyball courts. Equipped with playgrounds and walking/hiking trails.
Cumberland Mountain State Park, more than 1700 acres of rustic parkland, cabins, playgrounds, campsites, hiking trails, Olympic-size swimming pool and The Bear Trace.
Cumberland Trail State Park, Tennessee's first linear state park with over 230 miles of spectacular views.

ENTERTAINMENT :

The Cumberland County Playhouse is renowned throughout the South as a premier cultural attraction. With live performances, Broadway musicals in addition to special films and concerts. Offered year round.

Festivals are also a huge part of our life here in Crossville. Some prominent festivals include :

Pioneer Day
Oktoberfest
Depot Days Main Street Festival
StreetScape Boo Bash
Homestead Apple Festival
Crossville Christmas Parade
Our exciting Blue Ribbon Cumberland County Fair

HISTORY :

Our area, Crossville - Cumberland County is a favorite among history buffs. The past comes alive throughout our area. See for yourself by visiting :

The Homesteads - a community and depression era of 1930 which was designed as a National Historic district and featuring Homesteads Tower and Museum and the Crabtree House.
GrassyCove - a National Natural Landmark featuring geological wonders and farmland.
Crab Orchard - is the country's oldest community and home of the world-famous Crab Orchard Stone
Downtown Crossville - with it's 95 year old courthouse it also features the 1920's train depot from where famed Sgt. Alvin C. York made his good-byes en route to his World War I exploits
Pleasant Hill - settled since 1819, is the site of the Pioneer Hall Museum

From Cuisine to hard-to-find collectibles, your shopping and dining desires will be delighted here along the Cumberland Plateau. You can follow any road and be greeted by friendly people, boutiques, specialty and antique shops, unique wineries, a busting downtown, factory outlet stores and so much more. To satisfy your cravings you can pull up any chair amongst our 50 restaurants.

To find out more about Crossville TN or Real Estate for sale in Crossville TN, contact :

Melissa Grant, Realtor(r)
Century 21 Fountain Realty-proudly serving Crossville TN, The Cumberland Plateau, Fairfield Glade, Lake Tansi, Cumberland Cove, Morgan and Fentress Counties.
931-210-8277 Direct or Email Melissa@C21Fountain.com
To take an advanced property search or view amazing photos of Crossville TN visit : www.crossvilletnrealestateforsale.com

Thank you for visiting Crossville TN Real Estate

Melissa Grant
772-419-1369
lissalgrant@yahoo.com
Pt St Lucie, FL Virtual Assistant and Real Estate Coordinator

Crossville TN Real Estate : Resort Style Living On the Cumberland Plateau.

Mon, 13 Apr 2009 08:37:31 -0500

Here in Tennessee these mountain views are plentiful. Add some golf courses, running creeks and streams with some waterfront living/views and we can make your dreams come alive here in Crossville, Tennessee.

With premier medical facilities, recreation and championship golf courses Crossville, Tennessee has something for everyone ! From boating, fishing, The Palace Theater, The Cumberland County Playhouse Crossville Tennessee is fun for the entire family.

If you are thinking of relocating or retiring to Crossville, Tennessee take a look at what we have to offer. Remember, we have LOW property taxes, NO state or school tax and Grand McNally loves us !

Cumberland Cove For Sale : Cumberland Cove offers mountain/bluff views with rock formations, caves, hiking trails, creeks and streams. Property starting as low as $9,999.00 per acre for all of this PLUS amenities!

Lake Tansi Resort : Come on over to Lake Tansi Resort where some of Crossville's premier Golf Courses are available to home/lot owners. Amenities include boating, fishing, recreation, private beaches, lakes and so much more. Own a piece of this heartland right now starting at $5,000 per lot !

Fairfield Glade : Welcome to Fairfield Glade. Home of championship Golf Courses, Condo living, waterfront living, recreation and a " home town feel". Lots starting at $6500 per lot all amenities included !

For more information on any of these premier subdivisions or other homes and land available in Crossville TN please contact

Melissa Grant, Realtor(r)
Century 21 Fountain Realty
Direct 931-210-8277 ,
Email Melissa@C21Fountain.com
Visit my website for other information at
www.crossvilletnrealestateforsale.com

Cumberland Cove, Fairfield Glade, Lake Tansi

Crossville TN Real Estate

Serving all of the Cumberland Plateau

Melissa Grant
772-419-1369
lissalgrant@yahoo.com
Pt St Lucie, FL Virtual Assistant and Real Estate Coordinator

Again I wonder...Where the hell is your agent???

Tue, 07 Apr 2009 08:11:06 -0500

It is not often that I find a post in our Real Estate world of blogging that makes me want to stand up and clap. When I read this post that is exactly what I wanted to do.

Purchasing a home by yourself or having a Realtor(r) who is more absent than not from your transaction is like self diagnosing yourself instead of going to a trained and qualified Physician for whatever ailment bothers you.

Often times we think we receive the best deal when we go at it alone. Just like there could be hidden dangers in why we feel so tired, have headaches hidden dangers can also loom in a home that appears "healthy" or " looks good " to the naked eye.

It is better to be safe than sorry. It is better to have a qualified professional on your side than to find out later you misdiagnosed yourself or purchased a home full of mold or defects not seen or understood by the naked eye.

Melissa Grant, Realtor(r)
Century 21 Fountain Realty, LLC
931-210-8277 Cell
931-707-2100 Office
www.crossvilletnrealestateforsale.com
Melissa@C21Fountain.com

Via John MacArthur Branch Manager (Long and Foster Real Estate, Inc.):

This business of being a real estate agent is ever changing. There are more styles in this profession than any other. Agents not only come in all shapes and sizes....they all bring their baggage with them.

Now I will admit that I have neglected signing on and sharing thoughts lately. I have been busy. Spring has sprung and many of you have made the move to buy.....now. I don't know what they put in the water in this area, but some of those unidentified chemicals must have created buyer urgency. You know who you are and you have been sipping the kool aid.

Not a bad time to storm the DC market. Lots of inventory out there. Lots of over priced inventory. Lots of undervalued inventory. Lots and lots of houses, townhouses and condos for sale. Did I say...lots of them?

In recent weeks, there have been multitudes of buyers doing the price range and location procession. You may have seen them. They form the unstructured caravan travelling from one open house to another on Sundays.

They rush from door to door, computer print outs of listings in hand, hoping to discover "home sweet home". Don't see many agents. Don't understand that.

It is one of those things that made me go......hmmmmmmmm.

So I decided to investigate just what are these people thinking. I made up a little checklist and positioned myself outside a popular open house (I am sure the agent loved having me out there...but it was a free sidewalk, and I only talked to folks as they left and I never once shared that I was an agent and God knows I told no one I was the Naked Realtor).

I heard some very interesting things. Some of you have an agent(?). Really? And your agent told you to go out and visit open houses and if you found something you like...give the agent a call.

What part of no representation don't you understand?

You are walking into home after home, heart in hand, dreams in your eyes, unarmed in quagmire of legal issues that quietly put you at risk. You are spending the better part of 20 minutes to determine the quality and value of the largest purchase of your life. You carry the false belief that on your own, you can evaluate the merits of homes.

Let me share a secret. Everyone selling a home has done as much as possible to put lipstick on that pig and make her the belle of your ball. You are ravished and they are offering all the sizzle your senses can bear. A pretty red door may suit feng shui but it is no indicator of the energy efficiency of the home. Those new stainless steel appliances may gleem in the kitchen, but they are no indicator of anything other than the sellers ability to polish up the area. All that glitters is not gold. Do you realize that the agent sitting at home, watching t.v. is supposed to be representing you, ferreting out fact from fiction?

Some of you have decided to go it alone. You have read all about buying a home online and you have heard that you can strike quite a deal if you don't have an agent. You might be able to get the seller to reduce the price of the home a bit because they don't have to pay an agent. Sounds like a plan.

Of course, the listing agent is the one that has to make the concession. In Maryland, they can write up the offer for you. They can promise that things will be as smooth as silk. There may be a scintilla of truth in that statement. They represent the seller. They can not represent you. They can not say or do anything that is not in the best interest of their client.........the seller. They can not negotiate for you. They can not advise you. They can just smile......maybe make a little less for their effort..........and smile all the way to the bank. You get the keys and absolutely nothing else.

Now, does that sound like a responsible plan when making the biggest purchase of your life?

Actually, running out on your own and reporting back to your agent(?) is pretty stupid. Your agent works for you. They will be paid fairly at the close of the transaction. Don't you agree that they should earn the money? I do.

Taking your best shot on your own, with no representation, is absolutely the riskiest way to go about purchasing. Most agents will represent you and be willing to accept the commission offered by the seller. That arrangement seems like a win-win to me. Just like anything else...you get what you pay for.

Of course, I am just the naked realtor, I do this for a living. If you want to receive further information or send hate mail or ask a question or maybe you can tell me..where the hell is your agent?...you can write me by clicking on this link.

Melissa Grant
772-419-1369
lissalgrant@yahoo.com
Pt St Lucie, FL Virtual Assistant and Real Estate Coordinator

3148 Deep Draw Road, Crossville, TN 38555

Mon, 06 Apr 2009 15:34:44 -0500

Photo Gallery

Side View w/Gazebo Porch	9.96 Acres of Mountain Views	Swimming Pool and 3 Ponds
Island Kitche, Upgraded Appliances	Formal Dining Room	Family/Living Room w/Brick Fireplace
Living Room to Large Back Deck

Description

Exquisite Home on 9.96 Acres. 5 / 3.5 two story all brick home with panoramic mountain views. 3 ponds, professionally landscaped, outdoor lighting, covered front porch with built in gazebo. Circle Drive. Home features gourmet kitchen with island and convection oven. Breakfast room, dry bar, walk in pantry and upgraded stainless steel appliances. Master Suite on both levels with master baths. Over Size Bonus Room Upstairs. 2 Offices or 1 office 1 Den and/or Library with two walls of built in shelves. Formal Dining Room, Family Room with Brick Fireplace. French Doors, Sliders and Wood Shutter Blinds throughout. Insulated Windows. Over Size Laundry Room with Laundry Shoot. Attached 2 Car Garage with Side Entry and Storm Shelter. Detached All Brick 3 Car Garage with 16X36 Bonus Room Above. Plenty of Storage inside and out. Walk in Closets, Jacuzzi Tub, Recessed Lighting, FM Transmitted Security System, Crown Molding, Updated lighting. Composite Back Deck with Child Safety Gate and sunk in above Ground Pool. Crawl Space filled with gravel and deep enough to walk in. Bay Window, tile, carpet and hardwood throughout. Immaculate, updated and upgaded home. Move in ready.

Features

Bedrooms:	5
Bathrooms:	3.5
Parking Spaces:	5
Year Built:	1999
Subdivision:	Cumberland Homesteads
Lot Size:	9.96 Acres
Garage Size:	5
School District:	Cumberland County
Square Footage:	5725
Agent Name:	Melissa Grant
Broker:	Pam Fountain
MLS #:	659409

Location

3148 Deep Draw Road Crossville TN 38555

vFlyer Id: 2404816

Melissa Grant
772-419-1369
lissalgrant@yahoo.com
Pt St Lucie, FL Virtual Assistant and Real Estate Coordinator

I Promise, You Don't Ever Want To Play Golf With Me. Why Do Men Torture Themselves With This Game ?

Mon, 06 Apr 2009 07:40:08 -0500

This past Christmas my husband and I bought our little one Cole a set of Golf Clubs. He is always trying to be just like daddy and he loves sports so we decided to break down and get him his very own clubs. My husband throughout the winter has been teaching him his swing and how to hit the ball on our acreage. He is pretty good at it. My husband is like some pro golfer who should be on tour. Once that club hits the ball in half of a half of a second you have lost sight of it. I think he might have hit a bird yesterday though...

So, yesterday we decided for family day we were going to go to the Cumberland Cove golf course and driving range.It was a beautiful day, nearly 70 degrees with a gentle breeze. Cumberland Cove is the most sought after subdivision here in Crossville TN. From the Golf Course, to hiking trails, to mountain views, creeks and streams Cumberland Cove is both a beautiful place to live and play. Many relocate here to Crossville TN and retire to Cumberland Cove.

We loaded up our golf clubs. My husband spent the winter trying to find me a couple of golf clubs. I am lefty so imagine how hard that was ! Ya know, I have to say Golf looks easier than it really is. For the life of me I could not get that stupid ball off the tee but I took chunks, chunks I tell you of grass and slung more dirt in an hour than a backhoe could in 5 minutes.My children were hysterically funny. Gracelyn somehow kept hitting the balls behind her ????? Cole seemed to be a natural and of course tried to help Mommy and his big sister. The whole time I kept thinking to myself " no wonder why men drink beer on the course ". You have to if you want to get through this game. As for me I am already dangerous with a club, add a couple of beers and well, we will just not think about that.

Four an hour for me it was a swing and a miss. Finally, I got the ball off the tee only to find it landed on my foot. In the meantime my husband swings and hits some cat that decides to run through the course, the cat is okay by the way...but he won't run through the course again :). Half way through I decided I needed bengay, a handicap and someone to hit the ball for me. My daughter was still hitting the ball behind her and my husband was convinced we were going to hurt ourselves. For the life of my daughter and I we could not figure out how to position our feet and my husband was convinced I was trying to hit a softball.....a softball would have been easier. Give me a golf ball and I am a fish out of water. It was a good thing I wasn't playing for charity or something. Poor charity organization.

In the end my husband told me I was better at driving the golf cart :) :). It's probably safer for myself and everyone else involved as well. It's a good thing we decided to hit at the range and not play 9 holes. With my daughter and I playing I wouldn't be writing this blog....we would still be on the second hole. I'm leaving the golfing to the men in my home. Gracelyn and I decided we were much better "sports" at the mall.I have to say muscles I didn't even know I had hurt this morning. I mean really, golf seems like a self inflicted torture game.....why do men do that to themselves ?

I think I figured out my problem :

The Club is Longer Than My Arms ?
The Ball Was Crazy Glued To The Tee ?
I Was Afraid I Would Hit The Welcome Center ?
I Didn't Want To Be Better Than My Husband ???
I Didn't Want My Daughter To Feel Alone ?

For more information on Golf in Crossville TN, Homes For Sale in Crossville TN or just about Crossville TN , contact :

Melissa Grant, Realtor(r) , Century 21 Fountain Realty
931-210-8277 Direct
931-707-2100 Office
Melissa@C21Fountain.com
www.crossvilletnrealestateforsale.com

Melissa Grant
772-419-1369
lissalgrant@yahoo.com
Pt St Lucie, FL Virtual Assistant and Real Estate Coordinator

Wordless Wednesday ~ A kids Gotta Do, What A Kids Gotta Do.

Wed, 25 Mar 2009 05:57:10 -0500

Melissa Grant
772-419-1369
lissalgrant@yahoo.com
Pt St Lucie, FL Virtual Assistant and Real Estate Coordinator

Wordless Wednesday ~ The Hills Are Alive In Crossville TN ~

Wed, 18 Mar 2009 05:33:40 -0500

Melissa Grant
772-419-1369
lissalgrant@yahoo.com
Pt St Lucie, FL Virtual Assistant and Real Estate Coordinator

Happy 40th Birthday Christina Williams. Forever in our hearts.

Mon, 16 Mar 2009 21:22:28 -0500

Today is your Birthday. Happy Birthday My Friend.

Service for Christina Williams will be on Wed. 3/18/09 from 5:30 until 7:00

The address and directions are:

Crossville Memorial Funeral Home ( for flowers )

2653 N Main St
Crossville, TN 38555
(931) 456-0047
Get directions

Anyone wishing to come in from TN can call me at 931-210-8277 and I would be happy to meet you at the interstate or give better directions.

Melissa Grant
772-419-1369
lissalgrant@yahoo.com
Pt St Lucie, FL Virtual Assistant and Real Estate Coordinator

In Memory of Active Rain Member and Friend Christina Williams ~ A Walk With Christina

Sat, 14 Mar 2009 21:29:49 -0500

Sometimes people come into our lives for only a seaon. Sometimes people come into our lives for a reason. Sometimes people come into our lives and we get the real chance to know them, to love them and that friendship last's a lifetime. We never really know when our journey together will end but no matter what happens or how it happens we are always grateful for the moments, the times, the joy of having that person in our lives.

Christina Passed Away Last Night After a Brave Battle Against Cancer. Today, it is raining. Christina loved flowers. In fact every chance my daughter would get she would find and pick flowers for Christina. ~ I think Christina is bringing the rain so she can spoil us with the flowers she loved so much. I will never look at a flower the same again ~

For anyone who knew Christina you know she never left home without her camera. She could capture the most captivating moments through a single lens and pass it on for everyone to enjoy. She was an avid nature lover and savored every moment she got to spend in it. ~ I will never look at the beauty of nature the same again ~

Christina left a legacy behind her. A fighter and advocate for cancer. An advocate and rescuer for abused pitbulls. A footprint upon the hearts of those she touched. A milestone of memories through a single picture she snapped. Christina taught so many the importance of living, doing the things you want to do and enjoying the things you get to do. ~ We will all miss you our dear friend ~

A WALK WITH CHRISTINA ~ Through her memories and milestones

Make a Smilebox photobook

This year as Team Captain for Relay For Life it means something totally different. This year I will walk for my grandfather, Harry R. Vail Sr. and my friend Christina Williams. Together we can fight for life without Cancer. Walk with me ~ If you would like to make a donation in Christina Williams name, or a friend of loved one please send your donation to me Team Captain for Relay at : Melissa Grant Century 21 Fountain Realty LLC 3867 Peavine Road Crossville, TN 38571 Make checks payable to : Relay For Life

Melissa Grant
772-419-1369
lissalgrant@yahoo.com
Pt St Lucie, FL Virtual Assistant and Real Estate Coordinator

Crossville TN Real Estate ; Resources for the Consumer

Tue, 24 Feb 2009 05:49:40 -0600

Buyer Information Package for Crossville, TN

Crossville TN Real Estate

The Cumberland Plateau has been called by some ( in their opinion ) heaven. With our 180 degree mountain views, historic downtown and average climate/weather and popular rivers and streams it feels like home.

Crossville, Tennessee is centrally located between Knoxville and Nashville.

Crossville, Tennessee - Cumberland County is dedicated to the well-being of its commercial, industrial, and residential citizens. The success and happiness of every man, woman, and child of Cumberland County is essential. From premier medical facilities to great schools, Crossville is a great place to live, work and play. Not only is Crossville "The Golf Capital of Tennessee," it is home to numerous museums and shopping centers, making Crossville a place of tourism.

Crossville has been designated one of the top 10 best locations to retire by Bizjournal magazine, Rand McNally, and several other periodicals.

Crossville is full of recreational and educational experiences that allow all of it's residents to live life to its fullest. With plenty of businesses and job opportunities provided, Cumberland County citizens have an excellent place to work. Why look anywhere else, when everything you need to be successful is right here in Crossville?

Tennessee's climate varies from east to west, but it is generally considered to be moderate with four distinct seasons. The budding of wildflowers and dogwoods occurs in spring and honeysuckles welcome summer. Fall foliage and crisp air make Tennessee autumns memorable and the wintry weather brings mild flurries of snowfall.

For The Golf Enthusiast :

Situated in the heart of Tennessee's scenic Cumberland Plateau, The Bear Trace at Cumberland Mountain was named "Top Ten Courses in Tennessee" by Golf Digest in 2001. Today, Bear Trace is one of the most sought-after sites among the Jack Nicklaus designed courses in Tennessee. The 6,900-yard (gold tees), par 72 layout features a design that capitalizes on elevation changes as well as natural features, such as flowing brooks and clustered, mature pines. The signature 7th hole, a 393-yard, par 4, incorporates another of the region's natural resources, layered flagstone, along the front of the green.

Low Property Taxes :

The following information is based on a Residential House having a total land and building value of $150,000. The 2007 tax rate for the City of Crossville is $0.55 per hundred of assessed value. The County rate is $1.24 per hundred of assessed value.

$150,000 Total value of land and building x 25% Residential Assessment at 25 percent of value

$37,500 Residential Assessment of land and building x .0124 2007 Cumberland County Tax Rate of $1.24 per hundred of assessed value

$465.00 Total County Taxes for land and building based on 2007 Tax Rate

REAL PROPERTY CITY TAXES

$150,000

$37,500

Total value of land and building x 25% =

Residential Assessment of land and building

x .0055 2007 City of Crossville Tax Rate of $0.55 per hundred of assessed value

$206.25 Total City of Crossville Taxes for land and building based on 2007 Tax Rate

Crossville and Cumberland County Schools

368 Fourth Street, Crossville, TN 38555

931- 484-6135

http://ccschools.k12tn.net HYPERLINK "http://ccschools.k12tn.net/"

Note: All area codes are (931) unless otherwise noted.

High Schools

Cumberland County High School 484-6194
Stone Memorial High School 484-5767

Elementary Schools

Brown Elementary 788-2248
Crab Orchard School 484-7400
Glenn Martin Elementary 484-7547
Homestead Elementary 456-8344
North Cumberland Elementary 484-5174
Pine View School 865-354-1986
Pleasant Hill School 277-3677
South Cumberland Elementary 788-6713
Stone Elementary 456-5636
For more information on School please visit : http://cumberland.k12.tn.us
For more information on Cumberland County please visit : http://www.crossville-chamber.com

When purchasing a home in Crossville the steps you take are the building blocks to your future. From start to finish you need a REALTOR®, whom you can trust to lay a strong foundation for you and your loved ones. One who will meticulously cater to your needs and follow - up throughout your journey.

Melissa Grant, REALTOR®
Century 21 Fountain Realty
931-707-2100 Office
931-210-8277 Cell/direct
www.crossvilletnrealestateforsale.com
melissa@C21Fountain.com

Waterfront and Mountain View Home Specialist

Crossville TN Real Estate

Melissa Grant
772-419-1369
lissalgrant@yahoo.com
Pt St Lucie, FL Virtual Assistant and Real Estate Coordinator

Dear Diary - My Passion is.........To Explore and Discover

Mon, 23 Feb 2009 07:13:52 -0600

Dear Diary,

Today, I sit and remind myself of the beauty that the world brings us and how easy it is to get caught up in " drama", losing sight of the things that really matter.

Diary, my passion has always been to explore and discover. Yes, I am an explorer. I enjoy exploring because when I explore I find the things that truly matter. Sometimes the hardest part of exploring is discovering the truth. Sometimes the truth hurts. Other times it's like a breath of fresh air. The hardest part of being an explorer is ' getting rid of the old to make room for the new "and being confronted with the "truth be known"............

When I was 20 my thoughts were different. A goal consisted of a net you kicked a ball into. At 20 I thought I " knew " it all and didn't dare surrender to anyone or anything. As I explored age 21, 22 and so on I realized " truth be known ".....I knew nothing.

At age thirty five I have explored the wonders of the world or almost...but I still dare to explore. I've explored caves and what sometimes feel like dungeons. I have explored my own truths. I have explored the deep waters of time and the endless possibilities of the never ending sky. I have discovered that the walks I take through the trails of life with my children remind me of the perfect harmony between a woman and a man...and how very deep family ties can run. I have discovered that sometimes the friends we think are friends are classified as the relationship between a hungry tiger and his prey. While discovering still waters I have also explored the possibility that there is a time to sit, watch and just, well, be still....

I have explored that things change. Some things change for the better and some you have to welcome whether you are comfortable or not. I have explored that sometimes people, friends or family think they know what is best for you but only you know what is best for you. I have explored a good and bad touch, I have explored how easy it can be to become addicted to someone else's addiction. I have explored that my thoughts are my own and the words I speak whether good or bad are for me to own. I have explored that at times I can be my own worst enemy and I have explored the many " truths to be known ". I have explored you cannot be something or someone to everyone know matter how hard you try...you will always let someone down. To explore and discover that with every wrinkle I obtain there is a story to tell. And with every gray hair there are wise words to be spoken.

While the wheel of the world keeps turning I have discovered my greatest passion is to keep exploring. To explore new things with my children, my husband, my friends and family. To explore the endless possibilities that exist and discover the fear that sometimes holds me back. To explore the vast possibilities that life has to offer whether big or small. To dream big and live large. To explore and discover how the moon pulls the tied and yet no-one ever asks " why ". To explore and discover if a man could walk on the moon, " why can't I "....

To explore and discover life's greatest challenges and to triumph as I cross the finish line. To explore and discover that God has taught me all these things so my children can become a beautiful woman and man. To explore and discover the courage of another person so that I can dare to dream. To explore and discover the hidden messages within the earth's core. To explore and discover that while the wheel of the world continues to turn...it is my choice to turn with it or stand still.

Diary, today, I will explore and discover how I can be a hero in someone Else's eyes and how one picture can speak a thousand words.....

photos courtesy of flickr

Melissa Grant
772-419-1369
lissalgrant@yahoo.com
Pt St Lucie, FL Virtual Assistant and Real Estate Coordinator

Don't Become A Victim After Your Land Purchase. Dot Your I's and Cross Your T's !

Mon, 16 Feb 2009 08:50:20 -0600

Crossville TN Real Estate

I cannot tell you how many times I have received a telephone call or an email from a Consumer after purchasing a lot for sale here in Crossville. The purpose of their call is to ask me to fix the situation they are now in because they did not use an Agent to purchase a piece of land and now, bills are steadily coming in.

Yesterday, I received a telephone call very similar to this. A couple purchased several lots in Fairfield Glade, a deed restricted community here in Crossville. When they got on the phone you could hear the panic in his voice. His wife stood standing holding a bill for Property Owner Association Fee's on several lots. In turn they wanted me to hurry, list and sell these parcels as they were never advised they would have to pay these fee's and it was stretching there wallet. When I dropped the other shoe imagine there surprise when I asked if they ever had soil tests performed to determine the size and/or location of a septic tank, if any at all. The next problem is they purchased their lots in the not yet developed area of Fairfield Glade. Which means most of the lots they purchased have no utilities ran to the street, they are on dirt roads, not paved roads and we still have no idea if they are viable to hold a septic.

Don't be fooled by the beauty of a property.

At times like this I feel bad for the Consumer but stand on the fact that This is why you need a Licensed Real Estate Agent to assist you in a purchase.

Don't be a victim to " I don't want to pay commission ".Although it seems great on the surface I can assure you that later the transaction will cost you more money, time and aggravation. A Licensed Real Estate Agent is trained to look out for your best interest. We are trained in the right questions to ask, tests to perform, contingencies to write. Whether it's a $5,000 purchase or a $500,000 purchase you are taking a grave risk not being represented by an Agent.

If you look at Lot Sales for example :

When purchasing a lot in Tennessee every buyer is to practice Due Diligence. In other words you have to do your homework. Most Consumers feel this is an easy task and are up for the challenge. But have you ever heard of :

Lot and Land Disclosures
Lilly Soil
Soil Analysis
Septic Certifications
Contingencies
HOFFA Fee's
Deed Restricted Areas

These are just to name a few. To condense this post but give you the most valuable information let me explain the purchase of a lot and what should be done :

The first thing that should always be completed when the thought occurs to purchase a lot or any tract of land is to call a Real Estate Professional. A Real Estate Professional will be able to determine the lands worth ensuring that a particular piece of land is actually worth what you plan to offer. There is a difference between what you, a seller and what comparable properties show as " worth ".We have the tools the compare the value to other similar properties. When in doubt...an appraisal is in order. Keep in mind we are NOT appraisers. We are simply comparing other similar properties and advising you accordingly.
Second,if this is a deed restricted area like Fairfield Glade you should be informed of all HOFFA and/or POA dues. In many cases the monthly or yearly dues differs between a vacant piece of land rather than a piece of land being used as a primary residence. In Fairfield Glade for example POA and/or HOFFA Fee's include amenities like golf, fishing, indoor and outdoor swimming pools. However, even though Golf is an amenity it will require payment prior to entering the course although it will be at a reduced rate. Many deed restricted areas/subdivisions have restrictions. You should know of these restrictions and receive adequate copies for your records. If you are expecting to build a utility shed for example having a copy of the restrictions will ensure that the shed can be built or what the requirements are. Knowing is better than building only to have to tare it down if you didn't know.
The third and most important step(s) while submitting an offer to purchase is to ensure that the size and location of the lot will hold a septic ( if applicable where there is no city water/sewer ). In most cases here in Crossville there is city water but no sewer. Without sewer you need a septic tank. The first step would be to call our local soil analysis expert. You will need to go to the property and show a location of where you " think " your home will be built and where the septic will be placed. At this time the expert will probe the soil and determine if there is plentiful lily soil. Here in Crossville on the Cumberland Plateau you should always keep in mind that we are on a mountain with a lot of rock. This is why the soil tests are so important. If our expert determines the soil is viable he will draw a graph. This graph will show the position of the septic. BUT, it does not stop there. To ensure you can build the size home you are requiring that graph will then need to go to our local Environmental Office. Environmental will then go to your potential property with the graph and determine if that specific area will hold a septic large enough for either a 1, 2 , 3+ bedroom home. The size of the lot, the location, gullies, cul-de-sac's, easements all play an important role in determining the size of a septic. Now, don't be fooled. Although this may seem like a fairly easy process there have been many occasions where : you could put a septic on the lot but not a home ( there was not enough room or there was a water source like a creek ).
Often in the State of Tennessee Land/Lot Disclosures are not used in Deed Restriced areas.You should know when they are used and when they are not. Due Diligence or doing your homework will inform you if there are any known encroachments, county maintained easements, water sources, flood zones, mineral rights and timber rights to name a few associated with the property you potentially would like to purchase.

Contingencies- Contingencies placed in a Offer to Purchase allow you the potential buyer to negate or withdraw the contract based on provisions you have included. For Example :

If you want the soil to be viable for a septic tank in order to purchase and it is not than you would not be required to purchase the property based on expert opinion that it will not hold a septic.
If you require a 3 bedroom to be built on your potential purchase and it will only certify for a 2 bedroom you would not be required to purchase the lot.
If you expect mineral and/or timber rights to the property at purchase and they belong to someone else, you would not be required to purchase the lot/land.

Other familiar contingencies :

Contingent on appraisal.
Contingent on reasonable financing
Contingent on copies of restrictions

Other contingencies can be outlined at the discretion of your Real Estate Agent and your needs. Contingencies are important in allowing you the potential buyer to gain the necessary facts enabling you to make an informed decision.

I cannot stress enough the importance of working with a Real Estate Professional to protect your best interest. It is important to know your rights and to be informed of them. Licensed Professionals know these because we are trained to know. Most independant sellers are not aware of Disclosures, Tennessee Real Estate Laws and other therefor they cannot protect your rights. It is important to have someone who knows on your side.

For more information on Lot and Land sales in Tennessee please contact Melissa Grant, Consumer Advocate, Licensed Realtor(r) in the state of Tennessee.

Melissa Grant, Consumer Advocate
931-210-8277 Direct
www.crossvilletnrealestateforsale.com
www.servingcrossvilletn.com
lissalgrant@yahoo.com

Crossville TN Real Estate

Melissa Grant
772-419-1369
lissalgrant@yahoo.com
Pt St Lucie, FL Virtual Assistant and Real Estate Coordinator

THEY'RE ALL WRONG, WRONG, WRONG. The American Citizen Is Not Fooled by the "Feel Good" Sound Bites.

Thu, 12 Feb 2009 07:40:11 -0600

Yes, you heard it, right here from Lenn Harley. I am re-blogging this post because I also believe they, our Government is " WRONG " .

Now is the time to get back to basics. Now is the time to make sure houses are priced right. Now is the time to be pro-active.

It is NOT the time to sit back and wait. It is NOT the time to see what will happen next. Now, IS the time to set a goal, make a plan and stick with it. Now is the time to turn off your televisions and avoid the negativity. It is NOT the time to listen to the " finger pointers ".

We are all in this together and together we can and will make a difference.

Via Lenn Harley Homefinders.com MD & VA Real Estate:

What is it about the members of the media, the House of Representatives, the Senate and the Office of the President that makes them believe that the American public still believes in smoke and morrors?

     They continue to claim that "it (the economy) is all about "confidence".

     They say that the American consumer needs a "signal" that the future will improve.

     One Senator claimed yesterday that the American public doesn't care about "little pork" in the stimulus bill.

     We're heard the word "change" ad nauseam for two years.

     Congress believes that the public is impressed and comforted when we see them exhibiting "outrage"when questioning the big bank CEOs.

CONFIDENCE? What gives the American citizen confidence is knowing that they will be able to keep their home. The stimulus bill has nothing to make the home owner more confident that they will not be in foreclosure or bankruptcy next year.

SIGNALS? The only signal from the stimulus bill is that Congressional members will tax us about $800,000,000,000 to consolidate their power with pay-offs to political supporters.

"Little pork" means that the pork is spread in small amounts to more recipients.

$600 million will buy more and newer cars for government bureaucrats.

$44 million to refurbish the Department of Agriculture,

$50 million for the National Endowment for the Arts.

$150 million to spruce up the Smithsonian buildings.

CHANGE? In many ways, this was an honest promise. Not that we were ever advised in any way just what was going to be changed from what to what.   However, things will, indeed, change.

     Taxes will go up as the bill for the $800,000,000,000 spending package begins to come in.

     Spending power will go down as the cost of goods and services continue to increase.

     More home owners will be foreclosed as unemployment continues to rise and home owners cannot refinance ARMs, relocate for employment or sell homes an live on retirement income.

     Interest rates will go up as the government takes more available funds to finance spending programs including (little pork).

OUTRAGE? Americans are outraged when we see a Congressman complain to Big Bank CEOs about an ATM that ate his debit card when those CEOs cannot describe their use of TARP money.

YES, THINGS WILL CHANGE.



                              "Honey, was there anything in the stimulus bill to help our family."

                             "I don't believe so Dear, we'll get $800 but our taxes will go up more."

Melissa Grant
772-419-1369
lissalgrant@yahoo.com
Pt St Lucie, FL Virtual Assistant and Real Estate Coordinator

Dear Diary - My Passion is.........

Tue, 10 Feb 2009 05:38:07 -0600

The Government Should Take Lessons From Housewives.

Dear Diary,

We, the people, sit here today on pins and needles, more like sleeping in a rose bush full of thorns waiting to know if the Obama Stimulus Plan will be passed and/or will work. As grown men and women all dressed up in their fancy suits and ties hold the future of America in their hands we sit back and listen, watch the mud sling, we receive emails from our National Association of Realtors " for our voices to be heard ", we hoard what money we have and we pray that someone will listen to the guy who is being more conservative wearing the JCPenny pin stripped suit rather than the guy wearing some fancy suit of some designers name I can't pronounce anyway.

Diary, my passion has always been to live freely, within my means and to help people. To both give and receive inspiring advice, to set goals, to be proud of being an American. To support our troops who fight everyday for our freedoms ( I wear Red on Fridays ). To inspire my children and other children to always be who and what they want to be. To adopt one family each year and show them Christmas miracles still exist. To volunteer at a woman's shelter and help if only one woman understand just how empowering she should feel because leaving was a brave and courageous thing to do. To live freely in knowing that I live in America, in the American dream and someone " in it " will always have my back and look out for me and my family.

Today, televisions have been brought into our homes to keep us advised, more like to keep us in a panic. The old saying of " Believe nothing you hear and only half of what you see " has become an " old wives tale. " Many, sit glued to their televisions feeding themselves the doom and gloom of our nation heeding every bit of advice from some telecaster who doesn't appear to know anything more than we do. This my friend is like taking financial advice from someone pending their bankruptcy court date. Better yet it's like walking into a marriage counselors office whom might I add has been divorced four times. We listen to our Government and Media tell us we should set up lemon-aid stands to make extra earnings but yet I don't see our Government selling watermelons on the side of the street to reduce our national deficit. This is all like walking into an AA Meeting and the door prize is a 6-pack of beer.

At this point it no longer matters " Who is to blame ", " When it all started or why ". The fact is it did happen and no stimulas package to date has put a dent in what the American people actually need. What great timing to put money in our pockets with the Bush Administrations Stimulas. Our food prices were at an all time high, fuel prices exceeded $4.00 per gallon ( now calculate that $4.00 per gallon and hold it up against the minimum wage worker...need I say anymore ) and we were already seeing increases in the cost to run our electricity.

Mr. Government Officials, my money went right into my savings account, creating a stronger reserve account for " the, well...... unknown ".

Now, had you handed us our very small, might I ad very small check during the Holiday rush....we might have bought our children the actual Rock Band version of Guitar Hero rather than the knock off Aerosmith Version. We might have bought a new Christmas dress or suit rather than digging through our closet's to see what we haven't worn in years. We might have even bought a 20 pound Turkey rather than a 15 pound turkey. To date my small check was given back to our oil industry as well as Tyson, Betty Crocker, Butterball, Campbell's and Little Debbie. I'm sorry for the losses Goody's, Best Buy and Circuit City took throughout the Holiday season but many took your advice : We went into hiding in total panic.

Diary, " They ", our Government, seem to think that a bunch of tax cuts, extra money for food stamps and extensions of unemployment benefits will create jobs and will open the housing market. I couldn't DISAGREE more. I wish someone would explain how a buyer tax credit is going to help our housing economy " open up " if the buyer desperately seeking to purchase a home cannot obtain a loan because Banks want to cut out Mortgage Brokers because Banks have upped the anti on lending criteria and because well, banks can do and say whatever they want, whenever they want and have ZERO accountability for it.

You should instead be teaching how a little hard work never hurt anyone and that a callous is a sign of hard work..like my Daddy's hands. You should be teaching the Food Stamp Recipient the power of their OWN dollar not looking to the middle class to continue paying for a person who has figured out they receive more by staying home and doing nothing. I don't understand how you can extend benefits, call it a stimulus and swear that this will return our economy to normal and yet kick a woman out of a hospital bed 24 hours after she has given birth ????

True Story

Last night at my daughters basketball practice I was speaking to a parent who found out that her and her husband made to much money and ended up owing Uncle Sam. Now, believe me when I tell you their income was NOTHING to smile about. In the end they were having to pay Uncle Sam all because she took on a part time job to help pay the increasing household bills which ended up costing her more in the long run because of child care expenses. In the process she also lost Health Care for her children through the State of TN, known as Cover Kids ( a program when you do not qualify for Medicaid ). All because of her part time job. She was told by a GOVERNMENT worker that she should CLAIM a separation from her husband whereas she would then be able to receive : Medicaid, Food Stamps and Schooling since she had been denied a government grant to finish her degree. Best part she was also told she could receive unemployment benefits by saying " the result of quiting her job was because of her separation and lack of child care". Do I need to say any more on extending food stamps and/or unemployment.

Our Government should be taking lessons from Housewives. Take Carol Brady for example. A single mother with three children, then married with six. When Mike brought home his paycheck every Friday she didn't give herself a raise and neglect to purchase food. When Mike got a raise she didn't go purchase a bigger, fancier car because the government said we needed to stimulate the economy. She didn't go in debt because they earned a few dollars more. When you went to the bank to purchase your home you went with documents in hand and money in the bank. She never worried about debt to income ratio because way back when you were taught to save not to obtain more and more " On Credit ". Carol Brady was the divider of 4.3 weeks in a month and knew every week what she needed to have and what was leftover. If her automobile needed tires she paid for tires she didn't trade in her vehicle for a lease. When Mike received a " bonus " they didn't take fancy vacations and fly out on a private jet. Way back when there was a more practical approach.

Getting Back to Basics

How do you live in these times ? The same way you did BEFORE the Government started putting televisions in peoples homes and creating panic. You have choices. You can be the divider of 4.3 weeks in a month or you can eagerly spend all of your hard earned cash on the Hybrid because the Government says this is what you should be doing. You can take your raise or bonus and invest in your future, purchase a home or you can panic and hem it to your curtains like my great grandmother did. You can learn the power of a dollar and build a savings account or you can be a puppet to the government and spend it all at Wal-Mart because the government has you fearing one more store will shut down. You can get out their and plow your own land or cross your arms wondering what's the use ? You can get up everyday and live the American Dream in peace or you can turn on the news that is costing you more electricity by running your television only to listen to a bunch of doom and gloom or you can get up, go to work and appreciate the power of your earnings. You can worry about supporting Kroger or Publix or you can build your own garden.

Simply, you can get out there and live. Live life to it's fullest. To be inspiring or be inspired or you can make excuses to not live , to live in fear, in panic and do what our banks continue to do : give raises to yourself, not hold yourself accountable, take fancy trips you cannot afford and of course you can always leave on a jet plane only to come back later apologize and do it all over again:

As for me I will believe in " Old Wives Tales ", I will build my own garden, plow my own land, drive a paid off mini van with good, clean tires. I will work hard, I will invest in my future. I will preserve my credit and live within my means. I will give hope because I have hope. I will dream because without a dream I am stuck exactly where I am today. I will be the dictator of my life. I will not allow my home or vehicle to define me. I will inspire because I want to be inspired. I will give so that I can receive.

I am my own government.

Melissa Grant, Crossville TN Real Estate 931-210-8277 direct www.crossvilletnrealestateforsale.com Crossville TN Real Estate

Melissa Grant
772-419-1369
lissalgrant@yahoo.com
Pt St Lucie, FL Virtual Assistant and Real Estate Coordinator

Crossville TN Real Estate ; Fairfield Glade Consumer Information Package

Tue, 03 Feb 2009 08:16:31 -0600

Consumer Information Package : Fairfield Glade

With a dozen golf courses, Crossville is "The GOLF Capital of Tennessee!" The area is home to Tennessee's famous vacation and retirement resort, Fairfield Glade, which boasts 90 holes of golf in just their area alone; home to the first site of Jack Nicklaus' Bear Trace at Cumberland Mountain State Park; home to Tennessee's highest elevation golf course at Renegade Mountain; and home to a total of eleven championship golf courses. In all, there are over 200 holes atop the Cumberland Plateau.

Fairfield Glade offers eleven lakes for fishing, multiple swimming pools, fitness complexes, paved walking and hiking trails and features award winning tennis courts and golf courses. At the highest point, Fairfield Glade is nestled between the Smokey and Rocky Mountain ranges. With an elevation of 2,000 feet we enjoy cooler summers and mild winters.

Fairfield Glade is centrally located between Nashville, home of the Grand Old Opry and Knoxville, home of the Woman's Basketball Hall of Fame.

Capturing " Mother Nature's " original design, Fairfield Glade strategically places it's homes within the original landscape of dogwoods, mountain laurel, hollies and ancient trees and offers outstanding amenities to it's homeowners and members such as :

Championship Golf Courses
Swimming Pools
Walking and Hiking Trails
Recreation Center
Sports Complexes
Tennis Courts
Lakes
Boating
and more......

Fairfield Glade offers low property taxes and a hometown atmosphere. With traditional to contemporary home styles you enjoy the peace and tranquility of nature with waterfalls, original rock formations and lots of "green ".

Property Taxes :

$150,000 Total value of land and building x 25% Residential Assessment at 25 percent of value $37,500 Residential Assessment of land and building x .0124 2007 Cumberland County Tax Rate of $1.24 per hundred of assessed value

$465.00 Total County Taxes for land and building based on 2007 Tax Rate

Crossville and Cumberland County Schools

368 Fourth Street, Crossville, TN 38555

931- 484-6135

http://ccschools.k12tn.net HYPERLINK "http://ccschools.k12tn.net/"

Note: All area codes are (931) unless otherwise noted.

High Schools

Cumberland County High School 484-6194
Stone Memorial High School 484-5767

Elementary Schools

Brown Elementary 788-2248
Crab Orchard School 484-7400
Glenn Martin Elementary 484-7547
Homestead Elementary 456-8344
North Cumberland Elementary 484-5174
Pine View School 865-354-1986
Pleasant Hill School 277-3677
South Cumberland Elementary 788-6713
Stone Elementary 456-5636

For more information on School please visit : http://cumberland.k12.tn.us

For more information on Cumberland County please visit : http://www.crossville-chamber.com

If you love nature, come to Crossville TN and combine both nature and golf with picturesque mountain views, plenty of trees and lots of water !

Golf Courses in our Area include :

Fairfield Glade Courses :

Dorchesters Country Club 931-484-3709

Druid Hills Country Club 931-484-3751

Heatherhurst Golf Glub ( The Brea Course ) 931-484-3799

Heatherhurst Golf Club ( The Crag Course ) 931-484-3799

Melissa Grant is a Licensed Real Estate Professional and Consumer Advocate serving Cumberland County, Putnam County, Fentress and Morgan Counties. Melissa Grant is licensed and permitted to practice Real Estate in the State of Tennessee. Melissa Grant works with other high quality and professional Real Estate Agents Nationwide to bring buyers, sellers and agents together outside the state of Tennessee. If you reside in another state and are looking to buy, sell and/or relocate, Melissa Grant can provide you with exceptional service to finding the agent that fits your needs.

Melissa Grant, Consumer Advocate

931-210-8277 Direct

www.crossvilletnrealestateforsale.com

www.servingcrossvilletn.com

lissalgrant@yahoo.com

Crossville TN Real Estate

Melissa Grant
772-419-1369
lissalgrant@yahoo.com
Pt St Lucie, FL Virtual Assistant and Real Estate Coordinator

Crossville TN Real Estate; Land and Acreage For Sale along the Beautiful Cumberland Plateau

Wed, 28 Jan 2009 06:56:05 -0600

From beautiful wooded and natural subdivision to unrestricted acreage you can find everything your looking for and more in Tennessee. From miles of wooded lots, nature, hiking trails, waterfalls, bluffs, mountain views and privacy! Enjoy gorgeous sunsets that peep through the trees as you drive to your new home location.

Enjoy the Fall	Where the mountains meet your backyard	Enjoy boating and clear skies
Live on the Water	Scenic Mountain Views	The Hills are alive with the sound of music
Crossville Highways and Bi-ways	Beautiful Lakefront Lots	Crossville TN bringing color to your lives
Colors bringing Crossville TN to life

For more information on Real Estate in Tennessee please call or email today !

Serving all of Crossville-Cumberland County, Putnam County, Monterey, Dale Hollow Lake, Crawford, Fairfield Glade, Lake Tansi, Cumberland Cove and Surrounding areas.

Enjoy Tennessee

NO PERSONAL INCOME TAXES,
LOWEST REAL ESTATE TAX STRUCTURE IN THE COUNTRY
LOWEST UTILITY RATES
LOWEST CONSTRUCTION COSTS

Melissa Grant

931-210-8277 Direct

www.crossvilletnrealestateforsale.com

lissalgrant@yahoo.com

Crossville TN Real Estate

Melissa Grant
772-419-1369
lissalgrant@yahoo.com
Pt St Lucie, FL Virtual Assistant and Real Estate Coordinator

Crossville TN Real Estate; Welcomes you to Historic Tennessee

Wed, 28 Jan 2009 06:35:05 -0600

Crossville, Tennessee is located high atop the Cumberland Plateau. Located east of Knoxville, west of Nashville and south of Chattanooga. With mild climate, 2,000 foot elevation, a low crime rate, vibrant economy and great health cares systems and fine educational programs you can rest assure there is something for everyone here on the Cumberland Plateau.

Crossville, Tennessee continues to change and for the better.With new construction and new businesses everywhere you look, you can be assured that Crossville continuously strives to build relationships and unite families within our community. Crossville is proud to claim some of the most awe-inspiring scenery you'll find and the nationally recognized Cumberland County Playhouse, a family orientated professional theatre. Not to mention we are home to Tennessee's largest Wildlife Management Area, A State Park, Resorts, Recreational and Cultural opportunities and fabulous shopping.

Crossville, Tennessee is recognized Nationally for it's Historic Sites. For example :

GRASSY COVE :is Legend of the Petrified Soldier... Saltpeter used for gunpowder found the Grassy cove area's saltpeter cave important during the Civil War. After the war, a group of cave explorers discovered a petrified soldier in full uniform. A search was made for the soldiers family. After the burial in the Grassy Cove Methodist Church cemetery, fear of his ghost rose among residents and he was removed and re-interred at an undisclosed location.

HALES CHAPEL :Is a one room wooden structure. The oldest grave in the cemetery at the rear is that of infant Nancy L. Rector, February 1880. The cemetery also includes the grave of Hiram Hall, the last man hanged in Cumberland County ( for murder of his wife ).

KEMMER STAND MARKER -Built in 1880 it was one of the first roads to ever cross the Great Wilderness of Cumberland County. Now a rest area it continues it tradition of the early days when travelers stopped and also found hostel at other "stands" dotting the county like Johnson Stand, Miller Stand, Lowrey Stand, Cal Gibson Tavern.

OLD CUMBERLAND COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL : In 1929, the Cumberland County Court voted to build the Cumberland County High School. The use of native Crab Orchard stone was it's first on a public building in Cumberland County. The High School was closed in 1963, but was later used as an elementary school. Today, the building is being renovated and will become a portion of the Cumberland County Justice Center.

RED FOX FLYNN AND UNDERGROUND RAILROAD :During the civil war , Richard Lafayette Flynn and his wife, Ezylphia, ran and underground Railroad stop in Cumberland County assisting the refuge's, escaping slaves and Union Soldiers, including Andrew's Raiders from Chattanooga on their way to Kentucky. Flynn earned his name "Red Fox" for his ability to slip through the area as furtively as a red fox. Flynn died in 1905 and is buried in Flynn Cemetery.

Tennessee History :

Tennessee has two official state insects: the firefly and the ladybug.
Adopted in 1905, our flag features three stars representing the grand divisions of the state: East, Middle and West. The stars are bound together in unity by an unending white band.
The tulip poplar was adopted as the state tree by the State Legislature in 1947.
The iris was designated as the state cultivated flower by the Legislature in 1933.

Tennessee is home to urban places and wide-open spaces, with lots of scenic room to roam. Tennessee lakes, rivers and parks provide the perfect setting for outdoor activities. Boating, fishing and hiking are popular outdoor recreational activities, especially at one of the 54 state parks. Fine arts thrive alongside regional crafts. Sports share the spotlight with great musical attractions. Major medical centers, colleges and universities, and active civic organizations enhance Tennessee and offer a sense of community for its citizens.

Property Tax

Tennessee has no state property tax. Property taxes are locally determined and collected.

Sales Tax

The Tennessee state tax is six percent on food and food ingredients and seven percent on all other tangible personal property, unless specifically exempted. There is no tax on prescription drugs.Tennessee cities and counties have the option of imposing an additional local option sales tax.
Visit the Tennessee Department of Revenue, to obtain more information about Tennessee taxes.

Income Tax

There is no state personal income tax in Tennessee. However, there is the Hall income tax strictly on interest from bonds and notes and dividends from stock.

Crossville, Tennessee's array of amenities will please any interest. Whether you enjoy an active lifestyle or prefer a more leisurely pace, Crossville provides natural beauty, a mild climate, urban conveniences and rural peacefulness. With reasonable living costs and quality health care, Crossville is a great place to call home.

Come experience Tennessee and we'll show you how the good life just keeps getting better.

Although Crossville, Tennessee is considered the " Golf Capital of Tennessee" and home to "retire tennessee" the Historical Monuments attract not only the History Buff but people of all walks of life. Crossville, Tennessee has made memories throughout the years and gives you peace of mind knowing "Crossville is about Family"

Come make memories with us and enjoy Crossville, Tennessee

Melissa Grant , REALTOR®
931-210-8277 Direct
www.crossvilletnrealestateforsale.com
lissalgrant@yahoo.com

Crossville TN Real Estate

Melissa Grant
772-419-1369
lissalgrant@yahoo.com
Pt St Lucie, FL Virtual Assistant and Real Estate Coordinator

The Cumberland Plateau. Crossville TN Easy Living With Mountain and Water Views.

Tue, 09 Dec 2008 08:04:12 -0600

Crossville TN has just been designated one of the top 10 best locations to retire by Biz journal magazine, and Rand McNally. Crossville TN is located atop the Cumberland Plateau, with a 2000 foot elevation, named " The Golf Capital of Tennessee " with championship Golf Courses, panoramic mountain views, babbling creeks, streams and several lakes.

Crossville TN is home to Museums, The Cumberland County Playhouse, Shopping Plazas, and more. With plenty of businesses for job opportunities and growth our hometown atmosphere provides many Cumberland County citizens excellent places to work. Premier Medical Centers, Excellent Schools, and more, make The Cumberland Plateau a great place to live, work, raise a family and play !

Along the Cumberland Plateau you find easy living with endless choices and possibilities. From rustic and log cabin style homes to contemperary and modern. From lots with full amenities like golf, swimming, hiking and more to rolling pasture and acreage.

With subdivisions likeLake Tansi, Cumberland Cove, Holiday Hills and Fairfield Glade to country side living with no restrictions. Enjoying the good life has never been easier with low property taxes, no state tax and where a handshake is still your word.

Fine Dining is just a taste bud away with resturaunts like Forte's at Lake Tansi, Gondola's Italian Restaurant, Cancun Mexican Restaurant and for a little bit of everything and a Sunday Football game you enjoy Ruby Tuesday's.

For one stop shopping come on out to the Outlet Mall where you can shop for the whole family with Rack Room Shoes, Vanity Fair, Dress For Less, Vitamin World, The Black and Decker Store, and so much more...

Melissa Grant , REALTOR®

931-210-8277 Direct

www.crossvilletnrealestateforsale.com

lissalgrant@yahoo.com

Crossville TN Real Estate

Melissa Grant
772-419-1369
lissalgrant@yahoo.com
Pt St Lucie, FL Virtual Assistant and Real Estate Coordinator

What The Main Street Buyer Needs To Know TODAY to Purchase TOMORROW

Sat, 06 Dec 2008 08:28:15 -0600

I remember when I purchased my first home. I could never understand why it seemed like I was jumping through fire to get approved. So many documents in what seemed like so little time. From pay-stubs to rent receipts to a nice sit down on why there was a medical bill reported on my credit. There were a lot of factors in purchasing my first home. My salary was scrutinized for the most part and overtime not even calculated. I remember argueing that I worked it, I earned it. However, in a Mortgage Lenders eyes it was not permanent. His job was to simply make sure I could ALWAYS afford the home I wanted to purchase. They didn't just look at what I could afford today. There was a much bigger picture.

Today, purchasing my first home reminds me of the lessons my grandparents taught me while growing up. The importance of balancing your checkbook EVERY month, paying ALL of your bills or at the very least making payment arrangements in the event something happened and you couldn't meet a certain monthly obligation. Saving money for a rainy day - you never know when that tire will blow out or your water heater takes a dive sort of thing. I was taught since I could add and subtract the importance of " living within your means". My grandmother was the type of person for example : she knew when her billing cycle started and stopped with her credit cards. If she needed to make a purchase she would wait if her billing cycle was coming to a close. She did this because it gave her a month to save on the balance she would be charging rather than it charging on the current month and owing the balance in as little as a few days when the bill came in the mail. These teachings have stuck with me now into my adult life and it has helped me tremendously in saving for a rainy day, it has helped me to simply, well, " live within my means ".

Today, history repeats itself. It repeats in that today as I sit with my clients I find myself offering tips and advice on what " grandma" and "grandpa" taught me. I can sit and assure a buyer that their Mortgage Lender is not trying to get or make things personal. He is simply making sure they will ALWAYSbe able to afford their new home in the event a " rainy day does come ". He is simply reminding some that " everyone starts somewhere ". That small is the new big, conservative is a smart choice ! Do you remember your first car ? Chances are it was the hand me down clunker purchase for 500 or 800 dollars. You know the one where the side mirror was hanging off and looked as if it came from a battle ground. In the end we were okay with that. We were okay with that because it was nothing that a screw and a bolt wouldn't fix and who really cared about the dents anyway. We were driving, we got to tote our friends around and show off those dents...it was ours ! Bought and payed for and in the end that is all that mattered.

Purchasing your home is sort of the same example. You start small and work your way up. It's the memories within the walls of your new home that matter. Not the fancy chandeliers that hang or the 12 foot cathedral ceilings that increase your electric bill. Its the fact that you can sit and say with every coat of paint...It's mine and it's paid for. It's the fact that when that water heater takes a dive you can afford to pay for both the water heater and your mortgage. It's about saving for the rainy day, starting small with the beat up hand me down and working your way up to something bigger.

It's funny how history repeats itself. It's funny that I now sit back as a Realtor and listen to the same questions, answers and demands once placed upon myself to purchase a home. In a time where white out didn't exist on those W2's and documentation of your whole life would give you the keys to your home not "pretend play house" where overtime was calculated but never shown. I am happy that history is repeating itself. I am happy because I know you will now be able to ALWAYS afford your home. I am happy because one day when you want a little more I will be able to be there as you mark yet another milestone in your life. And when you sell the home that you worked hard for and built so many memories in ....I will be happy to sit back and watch you hand over the keys to someone who was once just like you. Making memories out of nothing at all.

Brought to you by, Melissa Grant, Crossville TN Real Estate. Affiliate Broker serving Cumberland Cove, Fairfield Glade, Lake Tansi and the Cumberland Plateau. Bringing buyers and sellers together in Crossville TN.

Wishing you and yours a very Safe and Happy Holiday Season.

photos courtest of realestateclipart.com

Melissa Grant , REALTOR®
931-210-8277 Direct
www.crossvilletnrealestateforsale.com
lissalgrant@yahoo.com

Crossville TN Real Estate

Melissa Grant
772-419-1369
lissalgrant@yahoo.com
Pt St Lucie, FL Virtual Assistant and Real Estate Coordinator

Affordable Living on the Cumberland Plateau, Caney Creek Drive, 3/2 on 1 level acre !

Thu, 04 Dec 2008 06:07:01 -0600

Photo Gallery

Full Length view of kitchen	Side View of Kitchen	Kitchen w/breakfast nook
Dining Room	Open Living Room	Extended view of living room
Fireplace and walk throughs	Master Bedroom	Master Bath
Level 1.01 acre

Description

3/2 Manufactured Home on PERMANENT foundation. Open floor plan for spacious living. Over size kitchen with lots of cabinets. fireplace, walk in closets, plenty of storage.

Dishwasher, Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Smoke Detector(s), Split Bedrooms, Washer/Dryer Connections, Central Heat and Air abound this well kept home.

Master Bath features garden tub/double vanity sinks. Front and back deck for entertaining. Workshop has electric and phone installed. Rain Gutters. Dog Wood trees nestled throughout this 1.01 acre level lot.

Mature landscaping on quiet dead end street with neighborhood watch.

Paved County Road. Close to Crossville and Cookeville Amenities.

Zoned for Pleasant Hill Elementary/CCHS.

Cable, phone, High Speed Internet available w/Spirit Broadband or Frontier Communications. Satellite also available.

Crossville TN has low property taxes, prides itself on Championship Golf Courses and has plenty of leasure activities for all ages. From boating to fishing to hiking and motorcross. Crossville TN has something for everyone !

Features

Bedrooms:	3
Bathrooms:	2
Parking Spaces:	Driveway
Year Built:	1999
Subdivision:	Mayland Estates Phase II
Lot Size:	1.01 Acre
Garage Size:	None
School District:	Cumberland County
Square Footage:	1512
Agent Name:	Melissa Grant
Broker:	Choice Real Estate
MLS #:	633942

Location

125 Caney Creek Drive Crossville TN 38571

vFlyer Id: 1900752

Melissa Grant
772-419-1369
lissalgrant@yahoo.com
Pt St Lucie, FL Virtual Assistant and Real Estate Coordinator

Today, We Honor our Veterans and a Young Man Being Sent to War.

Tue, 11 Nov 2008 06:23:23 -0600

Veterans Day or Remembrance Day in other parts of the World honors some 24.9 million military veterans in America. A significant day in remembering those who fought for our freedom, who stood on enemy lines protecting and serving. Today, we honor those who stand with flags remembering their fight, we honor those who gave their lives for the freedom we have today.

Today, I can't help but to remember the stories my great-grandfather and grandfather told me. Their experiences at war, the loss of friends literally right beside them. The fear of how they never thought they would make it home and with every blood shattered the longing for peace within their hearts.

Today, as we remember our Veterans I also cry for the young man so very close and dear to me leaving for Afghanistan. Behind he leaves his wife and 6 month old baby boy. An only child his Mother Jennifer weeps with fear. Micheal, (" Mikey " known to all his family and friends ) is a strong young man. Hard to believe once running around in diapers giving me a run for my money. I have known Mikey since he was two years old. He grew up within my family and has always been like a little brother. It's a sad day when you think of those you love, have loved being sent off to war. You simply cannot prepare.

Honor our Veterans today as we honor those already serving in Iraq or Afghanistan. Honor the families of those serving our country both past and present. Pray for our troops today and everyday ............

Melissa Grant
772-419-1369
lissalgrant@yahoo.com
Pt St Lucie, FL Virtual Assistant and Real Estate Coordinator

Cumberland Cove Real Estate ; Waterfront Lot in Cumberland Cove/Lakes : 1.5 Acres For Sale

Sat, 25 Oct 2008 09:10:43 -0500

	ADRF:	SYCAMORE BEND, Lot 47, Monterey, 38574	LOT:	47	BLK#:	234
UNIT#:		STAT:	Active	LN:	633516
AREA:	(34) Cumberland County	SUBAREA:	(531) Monterey	LP:	$47, 500
PIN:	017CP047.00	LGL:	1010/2153	LSZ:
ACR:	1.50	INSUB:	Yes	SUB:	Cumberland Lakes
HOAFEE:		HOAMQA:		CTCD:	2
TAX:	$0	CTX:	$124

General Information

RES:	Yes	DOC:	Restrictions, Topography Map	DEV:	Other
SAO:	Will Not Divide	UND:		RA:
TW:		TL:

Features

TPE:	Lake Front	TOP:	Rolling	RDF:	Paved
ZNG:	Zoned Residential	IMP:	Lake Access	AMN:	Architecturally Restricted, Lakeview, Other
PST:	None	EAS:	Typical Subdivision	UTL:	Electricity, Other, Telephone

Mortgage Information

FCL:

TRM:

Cash, Conventional, FHA, New Loan

POS:

At Closing

Additional Information

DVM:
RM:	Beautiful and Peaceful Lakefront lot on Cumberland Lake in Cumberland Lakes Subdivision. Enjoy the peace and tranquility of the water while enjoying an abundance of wildlife ! For the best of both worlds call today before its gone !
DIR:	1-40 West, Exit to left on Plateau Rd, turn right at highway 70 north. Right on Mayland Loop to Right on Jim Garrett then right on Cumberland Lakes Drive to right on Cross Drive then left on Indian Trail final left on Sycamore Bend. Lot is 3rd on left.

Agent Instructions

AI:

Call list agent Melissa Grant @ 931-210-8277 to register showing - can be shown anytime !

For more information on Cumberland Cove Homes and Land for sale or Real Estate in Crossville TN upon the Cumberland Plateau please contact :

Melissa Grant , REALTOR®
931-210-8277 Direct
www.crossvilletnrealestateforsale.com
lissalgrant@yahoo.com

Crossville TN Real Estate

Melissa Grant
772-419-1369
lissalgrant@yahoo.com
Pt St Lucie, FL Virtual Assistant and Real Estate Coordinator

Cumberland Cove Real Estate : 1.1 LEVEL Acre in Cumberland Cove on the Cumberland Plateau !

Sat, 25 Oct 2008 09:03:02 -0500

	Address, Full:	Bussell Drive, Lot 23, Monterey, 38572	Lot #:	23
Block #:	23	UNIT #:
Status:	New	Listing #:	639281
Area:	(34) Cumberland County	Sub Area:	(344) West Cumberland County
List Price:	$21, 500	Property ID:	035 221.00
Legal Description:	1287/242D	Lot Size:
Acreage:	1.10	In Subdivision:	Yes
Subdivision:	Cumberland Cove lll	Homeowner Association Fee:
HOA Fee Period:		City/County Code:	2
City Tax:	$0	County Tax:	$47.43

General Information

Restrictions:	Yes	Documents on File:	Restrictions, Topography Map	Development Potential:	Single Family	Sale Options:	Will Not Divide
Undeveloped:	No Garbage Pick Up	Ranch Min. Sq. Ft.:		Two Story Min. Sq. Ft.:		Tri-Level Min. Sq. Ft.:

Features

Type:	Single Family	Topography:	Level, Wooded
Road Frontage:	County, Paved	Zoning:	Zoned Residential
Improvements:	Other	Amenities:	Architecturally Restricted, Golf Course, Other, Recreational Facilities
Present Structures:	None	Easements:	Typical Subdivision
Utilities Available:	Cable TV, Electricity, Other, Telephone, Water

Additional Information

Misc. Development:
Public Remarks:	Beautiful VERY LEVEL last of it's kind lot in Cumberland Cove ! Cumberland Cove is a single family deed restricted community with private parks, recreation and hiking trails with million dollar mountain views ! Must see to believe how level this lot is in Cumberland Cove ! Would make a great building site ! $585.00 is paid towards city water assessments.
Directions:	Highway 70 North to left on Cumberland Cove Road, to right on Lollar Drive to left on Bussell Drive. Lot is on the right side of the road.

For more information on Cumberland Cove Homes and Land for sale or Real Estate in Crossville TN please contact :

Melissa Grant , REALTOR®
931-210-8277 Direct
www.crossvilletnrealestateforsale.com
lissalgrant@yahoo.com

Crossville TN Real Estate

Melissa Grant
772-419-1369
lissalgrant@yahoo.com
Pt St Lucie, FL Virtual Assistant and Real Estate Coordinator

Cumberland Cove Real Estate; Photo Gallery of Cumberland Cove on the Cumberland Plateau

Thu, 23 Oct 2008 07:23:08 -0500

You will now enter your dream home...

Wouldn't you love to say this is your driveway. Call us about this fabulous home on two creeks...Bridge Creek & Ford Creek!

Homes and Land Available Now in Cumberland Cove

Roadside Beauty...

Just another beautiful day in Cumberland Cove!

Taking a afternoon stroll...

What a nice day for a stroll down Cumberland Cove.

For a Limited Time Only...

Don't wait... you'll miss the beauty of the

Fall leaves.

Seen a pretty rainbow lately....

On my way home today!

Overlook Park In Cumberland Cove

Peaceful & Serene here in the Cumberland

Plateau mountains.

Another Beautiful Mountain View Day!

Now that's living the high life!

Truly a Million Dollar View!

CUMBERLAND COVE
Welcome to one of our private parks in Cumberland Cove with meandering trails through the woods.

Private Acreage Homesites!

CUMBERLAND COVE
Enjoy the colors of Fall!

Looking out our front porch...

CUMBERLAND COVE
This is a typical driveway in beautiful Cumberland Cove... private & peaceful as you enter your property and live your dream far away from the noise & hurry of life yet only minutes from the conveniences we enjoy! Come see how wonderful it truly is.

Stillhouse Rock in the Fall

CUMBERLAND COVE
Stillhouse Rock located in The Overlook Park is famous!

Overlook Park in the Snow

CUMBERLAND COVE
Overlook Park...what a pretty place when it's snowing.

Stonehenge Golf Course

Stonehenge Signature Hole at Fairfield Glade
Welcome to Crossville the Golf Capital of Tennessee!

Map of Area

Located halfway between Knoxville & Nashville and between Cookeville & Crossville. Our area is recognized as "The Fourth Best Place in the United States" for retirement living.

Melissa Grant , REALTOR®
931-210-8277 Direct
www.crossvilletnrealestateforsale.com
lissalgrant@yahoo.com

Crossville TN Real Estate

Melissa Grant
772-419-1369
lissalgrant@yahoo.com
Pt St Lucie, FL Virtual Assistant and Real Estate Coordinator