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. Lafayette Oxford Foundation for Tomorrow, better known as LOFT, serves our community by helping improve and invest in the well-being of the community by supporting the arts and cultural, civic, educational, health and human services, and municipal activities that improve the quality of life for all Lafayette County and Oxford residents.

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).

It’s finally SPRING! With the start of Spring, we welcome longer hours of sun, warmer weather and, yes, home maintenance tasks! Here are the top 6 this realtor.com article suggests doing ASAP.

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. The City of Oxford’s Tourism Council was created to increase and promote economic development in the community as well as cultivate a strong cultural life in Oxford. Visit Oxford does so much for our community, including planning, promoting and working the Double Decker Arts Festival. That’s why we chose to highlight them this month!

Let us MANAGE your property! We specialize in 3 month, 6 month and 12 month rentals. Contact Meredith Killens, our property manager, today to learn more and EXPERIENCE the Neighborhood Realty difference.

It’s Double Decker Arts Festival time and we thought our monthly highlight should focus on this incredible festival! We could not be any more excited that it’s happening this month, April 26-27, on the Oxford Square! A HUGE THANK YOU to the Team at Visit Oxford for putting this on each year! We love both sponsoring and attending each year!

Own rental property? With the 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act in place until January 2026, there are many deductions that rental property owners can claim. Check out this realtor.com article for more information.

With tax season in full swing, we wanted to take a moment to mention some tax deductions for renters. Historically, homeowners have mainly benefitted from tax deductions, but there are some tax deductions for renters. Read more about these possible deductions in this realtor.com article.

Every April, Realtors remember the passage of the Fair Housing Act of 1968. This landmark legislation made it illegal to discriminate in the sale, rental, and financing of housing based on race, color, national origin, and religion. Familial status, disability, and sex, which includes sexual orientation and gender identity, have since been added as protected classes. The Fair Housing Act has helped to promote diversity, inclusion, and equal access to housing for millions of Americans. However, we know that the fight for fair housing is still on-going and there is so much work left to be done.

Tax season is upon us! The due date to file is April 15, 2024 for your 2023 taxes. Let’s take a look at this realtor.com article that breaks down all the tax breaks homeowners should be aware of when they file their taxes this year.

Did you know 95% of American households engage in some form of spring cleaning? Spring Cleaning is a time-honored American household tradition promoting a boosted mood, better focus and overall relaxation. Each year, starting on the fourth Sunday of March, the American Cleaning Institute (ACI) celebrates the annual tradition of spring cleaning.

While a Senior at Ole Miss, Erin Young had the opportunity of a lifetime, to open her own business, Olive Juice Gifts on the Oxford Square. After a successful 10 years in the gift shop business, her marriage to Council Young and their first baby girl, they decided in 2021 to open OJK, A Children’s Boutique. They are happily married and now co-owners of OJK. As Erin shared, “This was not a planned venture, but it has been the best and most exciting challenge that we didn't know we needed.”

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. The Oxford Film Festival is set to host the 21st annual festival this week, March 21st-24th. In 2008, the Oxford Film Festival became an independent non-profit organization with 501c3 status committed to celebrating the art of independent cinema, and we are happy to highlight them this month!

Spring Break starts this weekend! With Ole Miss and local schools out March 11-15, we thought we would share some tips for protecting your home while you are away.

It’s finally closing day and you cannot wait to make the deal official and move in! While closing day can be an exciting time, there are some common closing day surprises that can make the day a lot more stressful. Check out this realtor.com article that breaks down these 5 closing day surprises and how you both deal and close on your property.

Is Home Insurance Required When You Buy a House?

No one likes pests in their home. This realtor.com article shares pest control experts 5 unwanted visitors most likely to camp in your attic this winter, the telltale signs of common infestations, and how to mitigate them.

Back 9 Oxford, fondly known as “The Country Club on The Square,” offers a different kind of sports bar experience for all ages. Looking for great food, multi-sport game simulators and a great bar menu? Back 9 Oxford is the place and we are happy to highlight them this month!

If you’ve decided to sell your home this year, then it’s high time to make sure you’re in the right mindset to make it happen. Because let’s face it: Even in the best market conditions, selling a home can be a complex and stressful process. To help, this realtor.com article asked real estate agents what outdated habits home sellers should give up for good.

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. The Pantry of Oxford & Lafayette County has helped thousands of Oxford and Lafayette County citizens each year since 1982 by providing food to low-income families and the elderly living on a fixed income. The Pantry recently underwent a much needed renovation and expansion project to provide storage and access for refrigerated and frozen food. They “re-opened” on September 6, 2023 in their updated space. Since opening back, they have served 590 – 750 clients monthly.