Are you living in a State with extreme taxes? Does this fit with your political and financial position? How difficult is it handle the taxes and cost of living in your State? Did you know there are states with no state income tax?
Property Taxes by County | Interactive Map | Tax Foundation

Property taxes are an important tool to help finance state and local governments. In fiscal year 2016, property taxes comprised 31.5 percent of total state and local tax collections in the United States, more than any other source of tax revenue.

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Local Income Taxes in 2019 | Local Income Tax | City &...

Local income taxes are imposed by 4,964 taxing jurisdictions across 17 states, with a heavy concentration in Rust Belt states, particularly Ohio and Pennsylvania. Depending on the state, local income taxes may be levied by counties,...

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Nashville Scene

This is "Nashville Scene" where the streets of Lower Broadway are a tourist mecca whether it's walking the sidewalks or ridding the numerous Pedal Taverns on the street.

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Going Home

Did you ever really want to go home to that place you always dreamed of owning? I recently sold this 2800 SqFt home on 1 acre to a couple from New York for $358K with annual property taxes totaling $2,168.

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Nashville From Above

This is "Nashville From Above" Great aerial views of the city.

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What's January Like Where You Are?

This is "What's January Like Where You Are?" How many days are below freezing?

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Forever Country

This is "Forever Country" The sound and feel of Country Music at its soul.

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Classic Cars and Tennessee Roads

This is "Classic Cars and Tennessee Roads" by Don Hackford on Vimeo, the home for high quality videos and the people who love them.

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States Recognizing Tennessee Handgun Carry Permits

Permit(s) Honored In:
Alaska, Alabama, Arkansas, Arizona, Colorado, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Iowa, Idaho, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Michigan, Missouri, Mississippi, Montana, North Carolina, North Dakota, Nebraska, New Hampshire, New Mexico, Nevada, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Vermont, Wisconsin, West Virginia, Wyoming.

Permit(s) Not Honored In:
California, Connecticut, District of Columbia, Hawaii, Illinois, Massachusetts, Maryland, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Oregon, Rhode Island, Washington.

Note: Some states have conditions on reciprocity. Thus, some states do not honor TN permits issued to 18-20 year old adults. Some states honor the permit but only for concealed carry. It is important to check the laws of each state that you plan to visit.

Note: Persons with a valid Tennessee Handgun Carry permit should contact any state for information on carrying such handgun prior to entering the state.
A Tennessee Handgun Carry Permit is issued for an 8 Year Period for $100 and can be renewed for 8 years for $50. A Retired Law Enforcement Lifetime permit is available for $100. The permit does not list your firearms and is good for as many as you own. No firearms need be presented for inspection but you do need to qualify with a pistol in a live fire test before the initial permit will be issued.

No Handgun Carry Permit is required to purchase a pistol, which may be kept in your residence, place of business or vehicle without a Handgun Carry Permit.
HR218 / Law Enforcement Officer Safety Act (LEOSA) : (8 hours) : $60
Certification, recertification for active and retired officers. (+ $10 each additional firearm)
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Benefits of Using a Real Estate Agent to Purchase a Home
DIY projects are in vogue. And why not? People like to save a buck or two by doing a full range of work themselves. But sometimes, DIY is not worth the effort or the savings. Purchasing a home is an activity that is best navigated with a professional leading the helm.
One-Story Versus Two-Story Homes
Prospective homebuyers will get more bang for their buck on a two-story home, but one-story houses definitely have their advantages. What works best for your family? Take a look at the pros and cons of each.
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