It’s no secret that Franklin has changed over the years, with sprawling acres converted to strip malls and neighborhoods, and historic buildings transformed to some of our favorite local businesses. The growth has put our little town on the map, bringing droves of new neighbors from all over the world.
When it comes to finding your perfect new home, where better to look than to someone who has been here through it all?
“Being a local gives me a little bit more pride in my hometown,” says Jamie Shea, a realtor with Woodmont Realty. “It’s funny, I look back on when my uncle, Johnny Shea, would tell me stories about real estate and how things were changing. Like when 840 was going in, and all these interesting stories about people buying up land.”
Jamie began his real estate career doing appraisals in the late 1990s, then followed in his uncle’s career path to secure his license and begin selling homes. Throughout his tenure as an agent, Jamie has watched the market evolve throughout Franklin and the surrounding area.
“The market has definitely shifted over the last couple of years,” he adds. “When talking to sellers, we have to have the conversation now that, nine times out of 10, you are not going to get multiple offers like we used to when people were going crazy buying houses. Now, it’s longer days on the market, buyers are able to be a little more particular, and they are also able to negotiate a bit more.”
"These changes aren’t necessarily a bad thing, as the boom we saw in the early 2020s wasn’t sustainable. Now, the market is more in line with traditional buying and selling, and spring and summer are among the best times to put your house on the market," says Jamie.
Along with his expertise in home buying, Jamie and his wife, Brandie are fans of the Nashville and Franklin food scene. Their favorites? Bastion in Wedgewood-Houston, and Cork and Cow in Franklin.
Being a foodie pairs well with being a fitness aficionado, and Jamie has that covered too. He started a running group in Nashville back in 2012 called South Side Runners, which usually sees groups of 15 to 20 gathering for a run every Thursday night and Tuesday morning. “It’s a fun, social running club,” Jamie says. “It’s a great community for people to come together and support each other. We’ve had a lot of people who just moved to the area and don’t know anybody. This has been a great way to meet new friends.”
Philanthropy is a priority for Jamie and his team, as they’ve raised funds and volunteered for numerous area charities including Second Harvest, Operation Stand Down Tennessee, and Friend’s Life Community through fun events like bowling tournaments and cocktail classes.
Whether you’re new to the area and seeking community or a place to call home, or you’re a fellow local ready for your next move, Jamie is your go-to guy. JamieShea.WoodmontRealty.com