Oxford is host to some wonderful non-profit organizations that provide for our community in so many ways. We want to provide a glimpse of these organizations each month. Thacker Mountain Radio Hour is a weekly LIVE radio show in Oxford that features author readings and a wide array of musical performances. The show broadcasts some 30 shows a year, 12 in the spring and 12 in the fall as well as 5-6 on the road in various cities across the Southeast U.S. Its Fall 2023 season kicks off on Thursday, September 7 at 6 PM at The Graduate Hotel in Oxford!

We all know Zillow and Realtor.com, but what is the MLS? The Multiple Listing Service is a huge database of home listings and it’s what most real estate agents and appraisers use. Thanks to this realtor.com article, we can help explain it!

Lindsey Mitchell has spent most of her life in the retail business. Shop Mary Bee, an all online clothes and accessories boutique, was inspired by her grandmother, Mary Lee. Lindsey shared, “My grandmother Mary Lee Beck is the inspiration for the name and for the ideas behind it. As girls, my sister and I spent hours at her house, watching her sew beautiful skirts, dresses, pillows, drapes, etc. She taught my sister and I the importance of presenting yourself in all ways in the best way possible. Professionally, physically, spiritually...show up looking "smart" and with the proper undergarments on!” So, now Lindsey inspires other women through her Shop Mary Bee online site!

Your house just went under contract and will soon close. However, you find out right before closing that your neighbor’s fence is on your property line. What do you do? Property line disputes are common, but can be a headache. This realtor.com article can help shed some light on this tricky subject.

Oxford is host to some wonderful non-profit organizations that provide for our community in so many ways. We want to provide a glimpse of these organizations each month. Rise and Shine Community Breakfast is a food ministry that was started in 2017 by St. Peter’s Episcopal Church (also known as “the pumpkin church on the Square”). It provides FREE breakfast and a sense of community twice a week.

The search for your new home was a tough one: not enough inventory, higher interest rates, multiple offers, etc. Now you’ve moved in and you’re noticing little quirks about your home that could potentially make you start hating your home. Let’s look at this realtor.com article that shows 6 annoying things in a home and how to fix them.

Wine Spectator, the world’s leading authority on wine, recently unveiled the winners of the 2023 Restaurant Awards, which honor the world’s best restaurants for wine. The Sipp in Oxford received its 4th consecutive award. Claire Kiamie, co-owner with her husband AJ, shared, “At The Sipp and YŪGŌ, we strive to offer our guests an exceptional dining experience and our extensive wine selections are an integral part of that experience. We are proud to be acknowledged for our dedication to providing outstanding wines that perfectly complement our innovative culinary creations.”

What does it really cost to own a home? This realtor.com article and video share the 8 important costs to remember when purchasing a home.

Yes, there are closing costs for Sellers. Looking to sell? Make sure you factor in closing costs before putting your property on the market. Here’s more info from this realtor.com article.

The South’s oldest store and the nation’s 16th oldest, Neilson’s Department Store has been serving Oxford residents since 1839. From specialty apparel for women, men and kids to wedding registries to gifts to cosmetics, Neilson’s is THE place to shop on the Oxford Square.

A typical first-time home buyer question is “How much will closing costs be?” Answer: It depends. Let’s check out this realtor.com article that helps to share insight into this popular question from buyers.

Inspired by travel, music, food and visual arts, Chef Erika Lipe has found a way to use her inspirations and, in turn, inspire others with her food at the Oxford restaurant, Sola. Erika shares, “I think combining styles of food on a menu is a very delicate art. You have to have a really good understanding of the purpose of each of the elements in order for it to be a success.” And Sola has certainly found its success and more!

Now that it’s officially summer, don’t forget about some home maintenance tasks that are both important for the curb appeal of your home, but also important for your pocket book!

Oxford is host to some wonderful non-profit organizations that provide for our community in so many ways. We want to provide a glimpse of these organizations each month. Interfaith Compassion Ministry (ICM) is our community’s primary agency that assists homeless people by providing counseling, temporary housing, food, and stabilization in new living arrangements. Since September 1999, ICM has been serving our community with Lena Wiley, their fantastic Executive Director, as the woman behind it all.

A seller’s worst nightmare? Besides not being able to sell their home, another worst-case scenario is a low-ball offer. A low-ball offer can lead to a successful closing, if the seller is willing to negotiate and play their cards right. This realtor.com article gives some insight into some seller options once they receive a low-ball offer.

We get asked this question a lot – how much do I need to put down on a house? Most people think it’s 20% of a home’s selling price. But this realtor.com article shares that this 20% figure is common, but not set in stone.

Since 2010, Sarah Kathyrn Dossett has been helping locals, Ole Miss students and visitors use their creative sides to both create art and experience art at her studio, Studio Whimzy. Sarah Kathyrn is a Mississippi native and graduated with a B.F.A. in Printmaking from the University of Mississippi. She recently shared, “I wanted to stay in Mississippi and teach art and that is truly why the studio exists.” And we are so glad she did!

Choosing a quality mover is a BIG deal and we’re here to share a few tips. *Thanks to moving.com (part of the realtor.com network).

Who knew taking on a new business during Covid would actually bring people together? Elizabeth Speed purchased Oxsicles from Lauren Klimentz right before the pandemic began in 2020. Elizabeth shared, “It was a rocky first popsicle season but I made it work by doing the Oxford Community Farmer's Market, continuing to build my retail locations and hosting neighborhood pop-ups for small outdoor events. This really helped me to get to know more people in town and bring Oxsicles to them in their neighborhoods.” Our neighborhood hosted a “pop-up” during Covid, and it was such a treat to see our neighbors and let our kids (and adults) connect over delicious pops!

With low inventory and interest rates still high, maybe Buyers should start looking more seriously at those homes sitting on the market or those homes that are needing some love. Everyone wants a turn-key home, but those are few and far between right now. Let’s look at this realtor.com article that sheds some light on purchasing one of these overlooked homes.