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On the Curb | NashvilleNashville Boom Continues: $65M Cool Springs Project | East Bank Hotel | Elon’s Tunnel NewsThis week on On the Curb:💰 A $65M construction loan lands in Franklin for a new luxury apartment community🏗 Developers plan a new Marriott hotel on Nashville’s East Bank🏛 Elon Musk’s Boring Company drops its first big update on the Music City Loop🍜 New openings from Eleven11 and Black Dynasty Ramen — plus a farewell to Lil Cee’s⛽️ Buc-ee’s breaks ground in MurfreesboroGrab your coffee and catch up on what’s shaping Nashville’s skyline and neighborhoods.📚 Show Notes – Sources & Links💰 Bag Drop of the Week$65M construct...
2025-10-0805 minOn the Curb | Nashville$95M Wellness Community, Nashville Food Award Winners, & Elon buys at BNAThis week on On the Curb, we cover the biggest moves in Nashville’s real estate, development, and food scene:💰 Bag Drop of the Week: Big Plan Holdings launches The Lanes, a $95 million wellness-focused residential community in North Nashville. Biz Journal | The Lanes Website | CityNowNext🏗 The Lift: Clarksville approves two new hospitals from TriStar and Ascension to meet surging population demand. Biz Journal🏛 The Boring Segment of the Week: Elon Musk’s Boring Company buys land near Nashville International Airport. Biz Journal | Boring Q&A | Metro Responses | NFPA Safety Standards🍽 Table Talk: Nashville’s food scene shines with Peg Leg Porker nam...
2025-10-0105 minOn the Curb | NashvilleRobotaxis, $170M WeHo Deal & Bridgestone’s $750M Facelift🎙 On the Curb — Sept. 24, 2025This week’s On the Curb covers the latest in Nashville real estate, development, and business:Housing Crisis & Zoning: Metro Councilman Rollin Horton calls zoning “the whole show” behind Nashville’s housing affordability issues, sparking debate on supply, NIMBYism, and policy. Read more → Nashville Business JournalBridgestone Arena Renovation: The Nashville Predators unveiled video renderings of their $650M–$750M arena facelift, set to begin in 2026. Arena plans → Nashville Business Journal | Background on development | WNBA connectionAJ Capital in Wedgewood-Houston: Nashville-based AJ Capital secures a $170M loan tied to its 18-acre Wedg...
2025-09-2404 minOn the Curb | NashvilleZoning Battles, Aba Buzz, and the End of an Iconic Nashville Bar?🎙 On the Curb – Nashville’s Zoning Bills, Aba’s Grand Opening, & Remembering Santa’s PubThis week on On the Curb, we cover some of the biggest stories shaping Nashville right now:Metro Council’s new housing & zoning bills – Nashville faces a projected shortage of 20,000 housing units over the next decade. We break down the four new zoning ordinances—BL2025-1005, BL2025-1006, BL2025-1007, and BL2025-1008—that aim to close the housing gap and reshape development across Davidson County.Nashville’s new public safety dashboard – The Nashville Alliance for Police and Public Safety has launched a tool that le...
2025-09-1705 minOn the Curb | Nashville2nd Ave's Revival, Elon’s Loop Update, & Mortgage Rates PlungeThis week’s episode of On the Curb covers a little bit of everything: an iconic California diner brand lands on Second Avenue, Elon’s Boring Company faces big fees and big questions over its Music City Loop, The Nations rezoning fight heats up, mortgage rates see their sharpest drop in a year, and Opry Entertainment secures a huge deal for Ascend Amphitheater.Whether you’re commuting downtown, grabbing coffee in East Nashville, or just trying to keep up with what’s happening in the city, this episode has you covered.The legendar...
2025-09-1005 minOn the Curb | Nashville$55M Skyline Shifts, NASCAR Speedway Showdowns, and 12 South’s Texas Arrival🎙️ On the Curb: Nashville’s Weekly Real Estate & Development BriefingIn this episode, we cover some of the biggest moves shaping downtown Nashville and beyond:🏙️ Two distressed downtown towers change hands: Fifth Third Center sells for $55.25M with hotel conversion plans, and Philips Plaza is scooped up by Scott Borchetta and TC Restaurant Group.🏗️ A rare 30-acre riverfront site near downtown hits the market just days after the $245M East Bank scrapyard sale.🏁 The Fairgrounds Speedway deal roars back, with Speedway Motorsports and Metro close to finalizing a plan that could bring NASCAR back to...
2025-09-0306 minOn the Curb | Nashville$245M Scrapyard Sale, Dickerson ER Plans & Music City Loop Breaks GroundNashville’s skyline is changing fast — and this week’s episode of On the Curb breaks down the biggest moves shaping the city’s future.In this episode:🔗 Sources & Further ReadingCA South seeks to sell East Bank property (Nashville Business Journal): https://www.bizjournals.com/nashville/news/2025/08/21/ca-south-east-bank-davidson-property-for-sale.htmlEast Bank scrapyard sale recap (Nashville Business Journal): https://www.bizjournals.com/nashville/news/2025/08/14/scrapyard-deal-recap.htmlStrategic Hospitality’s new concept in Wedgewood-Houston (Nashville Business Journal): https://www.bizjournals.com/nashville/news/2025/08/21/strategic-hospitality-sallys-stay-awhile-nashvill.htmlTriStar freestanding ER plans at 800...
2025-08-2705 min
On the Curb | NashvilleLive Above It All: The Edition & Redefining Downtown Luxury | Charlotte FlowersIn this episode, we're going straight into the heart of downtown Nashville’s luxury market with special guest Charlotte Flowers, on the sales team behind The Edition Nashville — one of the city’s premier high-rise residences.We’re talking real estate trends, what luxury buyers actually want right now, and why The Edition is setting a new bar for urban living. Charlotte also shares insight into the growth of Corcoran Reverie Nashville, how the market is evolving beyond the headlines, and where she sees real opportunity for both buyers and investors in 2025.If you're curious about Na...
2025-08-1529 minOn the Curb | NashvilleThe Nations Rezoning Debate, Scrapyard Stalls, Broadway Record — and a Pink Elephant🎙 On the Curb — Episode 4From one of the largest rezoning proposals in Nashville history to a pink elephant rescue in West Nashville, here’s what’s happening on your curb this week:🏙 Zoned In: The Nations could see more than 300 acres rezoned for higher density and mixed-use — we break down what’s in the plan and what’s at stake.🏗 Dirt Deals: The East Bank scrapyard sale hits another delay — why this prime riverfront site keeps stalling.📝 The Punchlist: A luxury private jet terminal is coming to John C. Tune Airport, and Robert’s...
2025-08-1304 min
On the Curb | NashvilleThe Truth About Buying in Music City | Soapbox Session with That Nash Native TeamYour Soapbox Session this week comes from our archives. This is a conversation I had a couple months ago with some major agents in the Nashville market.Our guests today: Chase Smith (@that_nash_native) & Caleb Gamblin (@gamblinsince1993) founding members of the Nash Native Team.We're breaking down: ✔️ Is it a buyer’s or seller’s market in Nashville right now?✔️ Why you don’t need to start with your dream home✔️ Should you buy now or wait? The math says a lot✔️ The 2x2 market scenario decision grid✔️ The latest mortgage rate forecast & Fed Dot Plot update✔️ What rea...
2025-08-0830 minOn the Curb | NashvilleElon’s Nashville Tunnel, Amazon’s Comeback, and Free Trees for Your YardThis week on On the Curb: Elon Musk is digging an 8‑minute tunnel from BNA to downtown — but is it really for Nashville? Amazon’s long‑stalled second tower is waking up, East Nashville’s getting a coffee shop with serious vibes, Bearded Iris sells to Wiseacre, and yes… Metro will literally deliver free trees to your yard. We break down the big moves, major developments, and what it all means for Davidson County."-📝 Show Notes & SourcesCrane WatchAmazon resumes build-out of second tower at Nashville Ya...
2025-08-0606 min
On the Curb | NashvilleCoral Club, Condos, and Betting Big on Nashville | Soapbox Session with Kris EsquedaThis one was fun.In our Soapbox Session, I’m joined by Kris Esqueda—real estate agent, sales team member at The Pullman, and one of the partners behind East Nashville’s Coral Club.We talk about his unexpected return to the bar business, how Nashville’s restaurant boom mirrors the city’s rapid growth, and what buyers should know about choosing between condos and single-family homes.🔑 Topics we cover:• How Coral Club came to life• The condo vs. single-family debate• Why downtown living is back & growing• Big commercial money...
2025-08-0131 minOn the Curb | Nashville$114M Bets, STR Fatigue, & Nashville’s "Hottest" Zip CodeThis week on On the Curb, Michael takes you through five fast-moving Nashville stories that are shaping your street:The Jesse – STR-eligible condos in East Nashville pay tribute to Jesse James (and spark a short-term rental hot take)The Pike – A $114M mixed-use development breaks ground across from the Dive MotelMomento Coffee – The Hermitage favorite is taking over the former All People Coffee on Douglas & Lischey7 Brew Coffee – A new drive-thru coffee concept is eyeing the old Checkers at Gallatin Pike & Trinity LaneQ2’s Hottest Housing Market – Hint: it’s not Franklin. It’s Lascassas (and here’s why that matters)
2025-07-3005 min
On the Curb | NashvilleThe Lender Becomes the Buyer | Soapbox Session🧠💰 Even mortgage LENDERS get buyer nerves when buying a house.In this week’s episode, I sit down with fellow lender Jackie Hurtis @yourmortgagelender to talk about what it’s like to buy a home when you know the mortgage process inside and out — and still get stressed.We unpack:→ What surprised Jackie when she bought her latest home→ The emotional side of being on the *other* side of the table & how she can empathize with clients better→ Why a buyer’s agent can be your #1 resource → What to look for during your home inspection→ The impact of the buyer’s market we have t...
2025-07-2530 minOn the Curb | NashvilleNashville's Tallest Tower, Antioch’s Big Bet, and a Downtown Shake-UpNashville’s skyline just got a new king — the Paramount Tower is officially under construction and will soon be the tallest building in Tennessee. But that’s not all: this week’s curbside briefing dives into a massive rezoning win in Antioch, major shifts in housing inventory across Davidson County, and a proposed expansion of the Central Business Improvement District (CBID) into Capitol View.We’re talking condos, council votes, construction, and codes — all in under 10 minutes. Whether you're a developer, investor, agent, or just a Nashville local trying to keep up, this episode breaks it down fast...
2025-07-2304 min
The Work Life Balance Podcast017 - Lender Soap BoxListen, rate and share this podcast to those who need to find more balance in their lives! Episode TitleEpisode SummaryKara and Maggie sit down with Michael DiLucchio with Nuwave Lending and talk about all things lending, rates, future things happening in the market, investing endeavors, and balancing life! Episode NoteMichael DiLucchio with Nuwave lending is a great resource for any realtors, or anyone looking to buy and/or refinance their home. Du...
2023-01-2043 min
The Work Life Balance Podcast017 - Lender Soap BoxListen, rate and share this podcast to those who need to find more balance in their lives! Episode TitleEpisode SummaryKara and Maggie sit down with Michael DiLucchio with Nuwave Lending and talk about all things lending, rates, future things happening in the market, investing endeavors, and balancing life! Episode NoteMichael DiLucchio with Nuwave lending is a great resource for any realtors, or anyone looking to buy and/or refinance their home. Due to helping jumpstart his company, he is extremely knowledgeable about the market and all things lending. We definitely recommend reaching out if yo...
2023-01-2043 min
The Work Life Balance Podcast017 - Lender Soap BoxListen, rate and share this podcast to those who need to find more balance in their lives! Episode TitleEpisode SummaryKara and Maggie sit down with Michael DiLucchio with Nuwave Lending and talk about all things lending, rates, future things happening in the market, investing endeavors, and balancing life! Episode NoteMichael DiLucchio with Nuwave lending is a great resource for any realtors, or anyone looking to buy and/or refinance their home. Du...
2023-01-2043 min