• 37% of prospective homebuyers believe that homeownership will improve their quality of life.
• More than 78% are considering buying their first home in the next five years.
• 53% want to buy within the next two years.

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NASH real estate stressors by the numbers

• Taking on additional debt (74%)
• The burden of saving enough funds to complete the transaction (67%)
• Fear of future monthly payments (53%)

• Shelby Bottoms Ghostbusters | Tues., Oct. 25 | 7-8 p.m. | Shelby Bottoms Nature Center, 1900 Davidson St. | Free | Learn how folklore, animals, history, and scary stories are all connected. 👻

• Mary J. Blige | Wed., Oct. 26 | 8 p.m. | Bridgestone Arena | $73+ | The award-winning artist will be joined by Ella Mai and Queen Naija for her “Good Morning Gorgeous” tour.
• La Voz | Wed., Oct. 26 | 6-9 p.m. | Plaza Mariachi, 3955 Nolensville Pk. | Free | The singing contest returns for Season 7. 🎤

• Carly Pearce | Thurs., Oct. 27 | Ryman Auditorium | $40+ | The country star is joined by supporting artist Mountain Heart.
• Nashville Predators vs. St. Louis Blues | Thurs., Oct. 27 | 7 p.m. | Bridgestone Arena | $35+ | Cheer on the Preds on home ice. 🏒

• Corks & Candies: A Halloween Candy & Wine Pairing | Fri., Oct. 28 | 7 p.m. | City Winery, 609 Lafayette St. | $40 | City Winery’s own winemaker Michelle Foletta Bell will walk guests through an evening of chocolate, candy, and locally-made wine.

• City Girls Who Walk Nashville - Pink Out 5K | Sat., Oct. 29 | 9-10 a.m. | Shelby Park, 401 S 20th St. | Free | This walking group allows women to come together to make friends, and walk safely while exploring their city — kids and leashed dogs are always welcome. 👟

• 75º | Thunderstorms | 94% chance of rain
• Secure your Halloween decorations and patio furniture. National Weather Service Nashville reports most of Middle Tennessee is under a wind advisory today with gusts of 15 to 25 mph expected at times. All of Middle Tennessee is under a marginal or slight risk of storms with peak times from 2-10 p.m.

• Edley’s Bar-B-Que officially opened its seventh and largest location in Donelson yesterday — 2717 Lebanon Pk. The new location will also house Edley’s catering operations. 🍖

• “Write This Down.” George Strait is performing at Nissan Stadium on Sat., July 29. The “King of Country Music” will be joined by Chris Stapleton + Little Big Town. Tickets go on sale Fri., Nov. 4. (WKRN)
• Shania Twain is saying “Honey, I’m Home.” In a recent tweet, the star confirmed that she will perform at Nashville SC’s GEODIS Park on Wed., June 7 alongside special guests Kelsea Ballerini and Breland. Tickets go on sale Fri., Oct. 28. 🎵
• Winter Jam will takeover Bridgestone Arena Fri., Feb. 3 with performances by We The Kingdom, Jeremy Camp, and Andy Mineo, among others. The concert will cost $15 at the door with no advanced tickets required.

• MNPD has announced the Lights On! program is now in Nashville. Motorists driving with blown headlights or taillights can receive a voucher from MNPD for a free professional bulb replacement. Currently, two local repair shops are participating (Music City Auto Repair + Cooper Automotive Service). 💡

• The Civic Design Center unveiled the newly completed Lighthouse Mural by Nashville-based artist Woke3 at the Robert Churchwell Museum Magnet Elementary School — 1625 Dr. DB Todd Jr. Blvd. The mural marks a final culmination of youth ideas promoting safety and traffic calming in North Nashville.

• Percy Warner Golf Course will close in November, beginning an 11-month renovation. Some improvements include new irrigation, a practice area, expansion of tee boxes + bunkers, and landscaping. The course will tentatively reopen in September 2023. ⛳ (WSMV)

• Did you know you can support NASHtoday through our retail store? We’re celebrating Nashville’s unique landmarks and history with our online shop. Show off your Nashville pride with stickers, hoodies, mugs, and more. No need to wait. Start shopping.

• Trainual CEO Chris Ronzio recently chatted with Patrick Campbell, founder of ProfitWell. Listen to their conversation on pricing and how to price your product during a recessionary environment. 💰 *

• Opendoor + Zillow are joining forces. The new multi-year partnership will allow Zillow sellers to request an Opendoor offer. Customers will be able to use Zillow’s service as a standalone offering or package it with other Zillow home shopping services (read: financing, closing or agent selection). 🏡 *

• Here’s a friendly reminder that we’re less than a week out from Halloween. Have you bought your costume yet? What about the candy? And if you wanna be the coolest parent or grandparent on the block — while increasing your trick-or-treater’s nighttime visibility — grab this affordable 100-pack of glow sticks.*

Nashville

• Remington College — Nashville campus, 441 Donelson Pk. | Thurs., Oct. 27 | 3-7 p.m.
• Hadley Park Community Center, 1037 28th Ave N. | Thurs., Oct. 27 | 5:30-7:30 p.m.
• Shelby Park Community Center, 401 S. 20th St. | Thurs., Oct. 27 | 6-8 p.m.
• The Belonging Co., 201 Great Circle Rd. | Sat., Oct. 29 | 2-4 p.m.
• Tee Line Nashville, 106 Duluth Ave. | Sat., Oct. 29 | 4-8 p.m.
• Belle Meade Historic Site | Sun., Oct. 30 | 1-3 p.m.
• Forest Hills Baptist Church, 2101 Old Hickory Blvd. | Sun., Oct. 30 | 3-5 p.m.
• Hamilton United Methodist Church, 3105 Hamilton Church Rd. | Sun., Oct. 30 | 12-6 p.m.

Franklin + Brentwood

• Strahl Street Park, 140 Strahl St., Franklin | Sat., Oct. 29 | 2-6 p.m.
• Harpeth Hills Church of Christ, 1949 Old Hickory Blvd., Brentwood | Sun., Oct. 30 | 4-6 p.m.