About Cumberland County, TN

Why hire a Realtor, Tennessee? When it comes to selling a home or property there is a lot more to it than a For Sale Sign. Maybe you have sold a few homes in your day but keep in mind that most Realtors have sold Triple that amount if not many more. Experience is key. You might be thinking "I don't want to pay the commission fee's and if we try to sell the home on our own we will save money". This is almost never the case. A Realtor knows the market and can let you know what your home will sell for. At the same time, one of the many skills a Realtor must posses is Negotiations! According to the National Association of Realtors, a home sold by a Realtor brings in an average of 82% more profit for the seller.

Who's coming to your door? When you hire a Realtor you have a personal people screener! No one will pop in to your home that has not been checked out and the Realtor is there to show the home to the buyers. Safety is key in todays market. (Our office is required to make copies of buyers drivers license to keep on file before showing homes).

Can you market your home? In today's world almost anyone can sell something on-line. You can post your home on local sales network and many other free marketing sites. But who sees these classifieds? When you hire a Realtor your home/property is listed with the national Multiple Listing Service, a service that only Realtors across the state can view. So if a Realtor has a customer looking for a home fitting your description he will find the home when he searches the MLS. This is the best tool when marketing your home! (I also market on over 30+ on-line sites.) Now thats marketing!

Let's not forget the legal work! When it comes to the closing table there are all several legal documents and transactions that must take place to make your sale legal! A Realtor know just what to do and makes sure all the t's are crossed so you don't get a call down the road with issues regarding the sell of your home.

Looking to sell your home? Give me a call or send me an e-mail. I would love to answer any questions you have on the Real Estate Market.

CHRISTINA WILLIAMS With First Realty. Crossville, Tennessee. 931-510-0859 tennesseeliving@gmail.com

Secluded but not remote! Cumberland Cove is a natural subdivision to include over 15,000+ acres of natural forest! you can buy one to 9 acre lots here and build your private dream home or retreat, or buy an existing home and start living your dreams now! Only 15 minutes from Crossville and Cookeville TN, this is the ideal place to live! Tennessee is a people friendly state!

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 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?

From the beautiful scenery, to some of the best golf courses in the south !Crossville is a great place to make a new life, start a new career, and have enjoyment in everything you do.

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.

So whether you are looking to relocate or vacation, Crossville, Tennessee has something for everyone !

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Courtesy of Melissa Grant , Affiliate Broker, 931-210-8277

Are you looking to relocate or vacation in Crossville, Tennessee ?

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.

Some Tennessee Facts :

The mockingbird was selected as the state bird in 1933. One of the finest singers among North American birds, it possesses a melodious song of its own, and is noted for its skill in mimicking the songs of other birds.

Did you know that Tennessee has a State Insect ?

Tennessee has two official state insects: the firefly and the ladybug. The firefly emits a luminescent light easily seen on summer evenings. The light is a natural form of incandescent light which man has never completely duplicated.

The reddish-orange ladybug has distinctive black spots on each wing cover. It helps farmers by controlling insect pests, especially aphids. In folk medicine, ladybugs were believed to cure various diseases such as colic and measles.

Our State Gem

Tennessee river pearls are taken from mussels in the fresh water rivers and come in many shapes and colors. Unlike cultured pearls, which are partially man-made, our river pearls are totally made by the mussel. They are 100% natural pearl through and through.

Tennessee State Capital

In Tennessee's early history, four different towns served as the seat of government: Knoxville, Kingston, Murfreesboro and Nashville. Nashville was chosen as the permanent capital city in 1843. The capitol building was designed by noted architect William Strickland, who died during its construction and is buried within its walls. Marble quarried in Tennessee was used for the primary building material. A magnificent example of Grecian architecture, the building was begun in 1845 and completed in 1859.

Our State Flag

Adopted in 1905, the 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.

Tennessee State Tree

The tulip poplar was adopted as the state tree by the State Legislature in 1947. The tulip poplar was chosen because it was used extensively by the Tennessee pioneers to construct their houses, barns and other buildings. The tree sometimes reaches a height of 200 feet and frequently shows 50-100 feet of trunk without a branch. The bark is smooth and brownish gray. The leaves are very smooth with a broad notch at the tip. The flowers are tulip-like, green and orange in color, and are 1-3 inches deep. In honor of the state's Bicentennial celebration in 1996, the yellowwood was named Tennessee's bicentennial tree.

Tennessee State Wildflower

The passion flower was declared the state wildflower in 1973. It received its name from Christian missionaries to South America, who saw in the flower's various parts symbols of the crucifixion of Jesus Christ.

Tennessee State Flower

The iris was designated as the state cultivated flower by the Legislature in 1933. While there are several different colors among the iris, the purple iris is commonly accepted as the state flower.

Our State Animal

The raccoon is a furry mammal with a bushy, ringed tail and a band of black hair around its eyes. Raccoons eat fish and frogs that they catch in rivers and streams. They measure from 30 to 38 inches long and weigh from 12 to 25 pounds.

Courtesy of Melissa Grant, Affiliate Broker, 931-210-8277

As the Arctic Cold front begins to sweep in on us, Crossville, TN temperatures will begin to drop. Below is what you can expect keeping in mind these temperatures do NOT include wind chill factors. Even outdoor pets should be brought inside as this cold air is dangerous to pets. Keep your pipes in mind as well. Information on preventing frozen pipes is listed below as well.

Many people have asked for information and suggestions about how to prevent water pipes in the home from freezing, and how to thaw them if they do freeze. The following information is provided to address those questions.

Why pipe freezing is a problem :

Water has a unique property in that it expands as it freezes. This expansion puts tremendous pressure on whatever is containing it, including metal or plastic pipes. No matter the "strength" of a container, expanding water can cause pipes to break. Pipes that freeze most frequently are those that are exposed to severe cold, like outdoor hose bibs, swimming pool supply lines, water sprinkler lines, and water supply pipes in unheated interior areas like basements and crawl spaces, attics, garages, or kitchen cabinets. Also, pipes that run against exterior walls that have little or no insulation are also subject to freezing.

How to Preventing Frozen Pipes :

• Drain water from swimming pool and water sprinkler supply lines following manufacturer's or installer's directions. Do not put antifreeze in these lines unless directed. Antifreeze is environmentally harmful, and is dangerous to humans, pets, wildlife, and landscaping.
• Remove, drain, and store hoses used outdoors. Close inside valves supplying outdoor hose bibs. Open the outside hose bibs to allow water to drain. Keep the outside valve open so that any water remaining in the pipe can expand without causing the pipe to break.
• Check around the home for other areas where water supply lines are located and are in unheated areas. Look in the basement, crawl space, attic, garage, and under kitchen and bathroom cabinets. Both hot and cold water pipes in these areas should be insulated. A hot water supply line can freeze just as a cold water supply line can freeze if the water is not running through the pipe and the water temperature in the pipe is cold.
• Consider installing specific products made to insulate water pipes like a "pipe sleeve" or installing UL-listed "heat tape," "heat cable," or similar materials on exposed water pipes. Many products are available at your local building supplies retailer. Pipes should be carefully wrapped, with ends butted thightly and joints wrapped with tape. Follow manufacturer's recommendations for installing and using these products. Newspaper can provide some degree of insulation and protection to exposed pipes - even ¼" of newspaper can provide significant protection in areas that usually do not have frequent or prolonged temperatures below freezing.

During Cold Weather, Take Preventive Action :

• Keep garage doors closed if there are water supply lines in the garage.
• Open kitchen and bathroom cabinet doors to allow warmer air to circulate around the plumbing. Be sure to move any harmful cleaners and household chemicals up out of the reach of children.
• When the weather is very cold outside, let the cold water drip from the faucet served by exposed pipes. Running water through the pipe - even at a trickle - helps prevent pipes from freezing because the temperature of the water running through it is above freezing.
• Keep the thermostat set to the same temperature both during the day and at night. By temporarily suspending the use of lower nighttime temperatures, you may incur a higher heating bill, but you can prevent a much more costly repair job if pipes freeze and burst.
• If you will be going away during cold weather, leave the heat on in your home, set to a temperature no lower than 55ºF.

How To Thaw Frozen Pipes :

If you turn on a faucet and only a trickle comes out, suspect a frozen pipe. Locate the suspected frozen area of the water pipe. Likely places include pipes running against exterior walls or where your water service enters your home through the foundation.

• Keep the faucet open. As you treat the frozen pipe and the frozen area begins to melt, water will begin to flow through the frozen area. Running water through the pipe will help melt more ice in the pipe.
• Apply heat to the section of pipe using an electric heating pad wrapped around the pipe, and electric hair dryer, a portable space heater (kept away from flammable materials), or wrapping pipes with towels soaked in hot water. Do not use a blowtorch, kerosene or propane heater, charcoal stove, or other open flame device. A blowtorch can make water in a frozen pipe boil and cause the pipe to explode. All open flames in homes present a serious fire danger, as well as a severe risk of exposure to lethal carbon monoxide.
• Apply heat until full water pressure is restored. If you are unable to locate the frozen area, if the frozen area is not accessible, or if you can not thaw the pipe, call a licensed plumber.
• Check all other faucets in your home to find out if you have additional frozen pipes. If one pipe freezes, others may freeze, too.

Courtesy of Melissa Grant, Affiliate Broker, Third Tennessee Realty and Associates. 931-484-4173