“Zoning is the key to affordability in any department.” — Trey Lewis

According to a number of polls, studies, and watercooler conversations, there is no more pressing issue in Music City than housing: affordable housing, middle housing, and even luxury housing. How to create more housing—and housing that is more “income-aligned” with the residents of Music City—is absolutely critical to the continued growth of Nashville. Perhaps even more importantly, it is essential to preserving the creative heartbeat of the city, which thrives in the artists, hospitality workers, and upstart entrepreneurs who are increasingly being priced out of Music City.

On this special episode of The Real Estate Mailbag, co-host Angie Lawless, founder and President of Wagon Wheel Title, steps into the panelist role to join Debra Beagle, CEO of the Ashton Real Estate Group of RE/MAX Advantage, and Trey Lewis, VP of Sales at Ole South Properties. Together, they discuss the urgency and complexities of cracking the housing affordability crisis in Music City. Our panelists bring legal, market, and legislative expertise to this fascinating conversation—one that has real-world applications not only here in Nashville but in communities across the U.S. facing similar challenges.

If you are interested in housing and want to be part of the solution, this is an episode you won’t want to miss!

As Nashville edges deeper into what many now describe as a “buyer’s market,” sellers and real estate professionals must bring their A-game to attract attention and command top dollar.

In this episode, we go behind the scenes with three of Nashville’s top home stagers to explore why staging is one of the most powerful tools in today’s real estate toolkit.

Our guests include Nikki Sanders, founder of Design House Nashville and a seasoned Compass real estate professional; Molly Jones, designer and founder of Myah Staging, known for her thoughtful, detail-driven approach; and Beth Ann Seddon, founder of Polished Abode, a firm focused on personalized decorating tips and innovative design solutions.

Together, they unpack how staging can help a home sell faster and for more money, the surprising paths that led each guest into the world of home staging, and how their business models each offer unique value to sellers and agents alike. They also share practical insights on setting a staging budget, income potential in the industry, and what home staging really means—beyond the furniture and throw pillows.

If you're a Realtor struggling with listings that aren't getting traction in today’s shifting market, this is an episode you won’t want to miss.

In a market often labeled “shifting” or “complicated,” this episode brings clarity. Join Nashville real estate leaders Gerard Bullock, Rebekah Sampson, and Frank Miles—three Compass agents with sharp insights and bold perspectives—as they break down what’s really shaping the city’s real estate scene.

From zoning battles and design trends to time management, pricing strategy, and commission conversations, this episode is packed with real-world wisdom and tactical takeaways. You’ll also hear candid stories of how each panelist entered the industry—and the unique “superpowers” that fuel their success.

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