Fall has arrived. We may still be living with hot temperatures, but at least we’ve got SEC football! With the start of Fall, it’s a good idea to prepare your yard for the winter ahead. Here are some great ideas from realtor.com.

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. Founded in 1895, Palmer Home for Children is a safe home for children in need ages newborn through 24 years old regardless of race, gender or background. Originally founded as a small orphanage, Palmer Home is now a multifaceted ministry that serves hundreds of children and their families each year across four service lines: Campus Care, Family Care, Foster Care and Transitional Care.

It’s our 2 Year Anniversary and we’re sharing who WE are! Last, but not least, Meredith Killens, Realtor & Property Manager.

It’s our 2 Year Anniversary and we’re sharing who WE are! Next up, Margaret Neely, Realtor.

Neighborhood Realty celebrates our 2 year anniversary this month! We are so grateful to our clients, local realtors, local lenders, local home inspectors and other community vendors and members who have helped contribute to our success. Now let’s share a bit about who WE are! Meet our Neighborhood Realtors - First up, Broker/Owner: Brooke Worthy

Happy 2 Year Anniversary for Neighborhood Realty!

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.