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When people think of Memphis, TN, thoughts of parties on Bourbon Street, delicious barbecue, and Graceland come immediately to mind, but these highlights only scratch the surface of what makes Memphis great. It is a rapidly expanding city drawing in big companies and young professionals. The real estate market is hot but still affordable. If you are looking for opportunities to invest in real estate, Memphis should be on the top of your list. Here are our top 7 reasons why. Price to Rent Ratio The price to rent ratio is the ratio of a home pric…

Utility Assistance MLGW/Utility Assistance Per MLGW’s Pandemic Response Plan, they are NOT DISCONNECTING customers until further notice. However, bills will continue to accrue. MLGW has a number of assistance programs in place to help customers year-round. More information can be found at:www.mlgw.com/residential/assistanceprograms. Please call 544-6549 or use webchat (www.mlgw.com/webchat) to see what is best for you. You may request an extension through My Account. The following agencies offer utility assistance programs to eligible Shelby Co…

NASHVILLE – The Tennessee Department of Human Services (TDHS) is making essential financial resources available to families that have been significantly impacted by the COVID-19 emergency. Beginning 10 A.M. CST Thursday, March 26, families can begin applying, online, for up to two months of emergency cash assistance if they were employed as of March 11, 2020 and they’ve lost employment or at least 50% of their earned income as a result of the pandemic. All TDHS offices are currently operating on appointment only as a precaution for COVID-19. Du…

Memphis and its suburbs have been named the tenth top housing market for growth in 2020 by Realtor.com. This general area includes northwest Mississippi and eastern Arkansas, the location of West Memphis across the Mississippi River. Metro Memphis The city has a population of around 700,000 while the larger metropolitan area that includes the neighboring states tops 1.3 million people. These statistics will probably change after the 2020 census since this area has continued to grow over the past 10 years. Memphis is the largest city in Tennesse…

Ted Evanoff, Memphis Commercial Appeal. Published 6:00 a.m. CT Jan. 30, 2020 Costs push starter homes out of reach of many Memphis-area residents But the prices of new houses keep rising. Climbing land values, municipal fees, and material costs have pushed the price of starter homes out of reach of many Memphis-area residents. Ten years after the recession eased its grip on Memphis, builders are putting up houses in nearly 350 subdivisions in the city and suburbs, a sign steady job growth and rock-bottom interest rates have put new life in the …