After helping run a successful business for over 15 years, I have found a true passion for real estate. I am passionate about helping families and individuals navigate what can oftentimes be an intimidating and complex process, from choosing the perfect home location, price point, school districts, and ultimately negotiating the best offer. Whether you are buying or selling a home, with the right realtor, it does not have to be stressful. I have lived the in the Middle Tennessee area for over 20 years, and if you enlist the help of me and my team, I am confident we will find exactly what you are looking for at a fair market price.
I spent 25 years in education before transitioning to Benchmark Realty, LLC. Prior to real estate, I was proud to serve as an Executive Director in the Tennessee Department of Education and professor at Middle Tennessee State University. I am a Middle Tennessee native and my prior position at the State Department helped me become very familiar with all middle Tennessee counties both large and small.
My professional goal is to walk through life with honesty and integrity. I take my passion as a teacher to help my clients make home buying and selling as easy as possible. It is an honor changing from a Doctor of Education to a real estate agent to help people reduce any stress of selling or purchasing a new home. Please do not hesitate reaching out us. Lane and I would love to hear from you and we look forward to working with you.
Lora Rodgers has a heart of gold and unbridled enthusiasm. Lora is energetic, unforgettable and dedicated to fulfilling your real estate needs. Lora chose Murfreesboro as her home 10 years ago and graduated from Middle Tennessee State University earning a Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work. She is passionate about helping people and building a strong community. Having worked in the foster and adoption field, Lora honed her passion for helping families and finding permanency for children in need. To continue giving back, Lora donates to A Soldier’s Child Foundation as a regular part of business. Lora is trustworthy and reliable. She will treat you like family and be there with you through every step of the way.
Chelsea is an outgoing, dedicated, and loyal Realtor ready to help buyers, sellers, renters, and business owners achieve their goals in real estate. She is committed to providing her clients with the attention and trust they deserve. Chelsea has a bachelor’s degree in justice studies from Fort Hays State University and spent many years in the business world before deciding to stay home and homeschool her three daughters. She has always enjoyed walking through new construction, house hunting, and house renovations. She has personally purchased four different new construction homes and has the experience to walk through the FUN, rollercoaster of a ride that real estate can be from both a professional and personal side! Chelsea and her husband, Joe, live in the Walter Hill area of Murfreesboro with their daughters. She has lived in Murfreesboro for the past 11 years and when she is not engaged in real estate or homeschooling, Chelsea is actively involved in the community and World Outreach Church. She looks forward to helping you with all your real estate needs!
Beckie Maddux has lived in Rutherford County all of her life. She married her high school sweetheart Keith, and they have two daughters. Before starting her real estate career, she worked in dentistry where she was able to utilize her gifts of comforting patients and make them feel at ease. Beckie works hard to make her clients feel comfortable and unstressed during the home buying and selling process. Her strong passion for helping people and the community while making lasting friendships is important to her. Beckie works from the heart. “Turning One House Into A Home One Key At A Time”
Why Is It A Good Time To Sell?
Nashville and all its surrounding areas are booming. As a consequence, there hasn’t been a stronger sellers market since 2008. If you have been considering making a move to a home that is better suited to your long term needs, this is an optimal time to consider listing your home, as most people selling their homes in this market are getting top dollar. I can help you navigate the process, from determining the proper sales price based on fair market comparables in your area, to staging your home for sale, to negotiating the best offer.
Is there a home out there for you?
Absolutely. I am confident there is a home out there that suits your needs, and together we can find it. Given Nashville’s, and the surrounding areas growth, the market can move very fast, so together we will determine your “Must Have’s” in your new home, which will enable me to fine tune our search and move quickly when we find your perfect home.
How Do I Get Started?
*The first step is to have a Face-to-Face meeting to either map out a time frame to put your house on the market, or determine what you are looking for in a home purchase.
*If you are a seller, we will discuss how to stage your home, to assure that you can maximize your listing price.
*Using rational comparable sales in your area, we will determine either the right listing price for the sale of your home, or the correct offering price if you are purchasing a home.
*We will fully explain the inspection process, and assist in finding the best sub contractors for any necessary repairs that might come to light in that process.
*We will help you understand more complex transactions, such as what to do if there is a multiple listing situation, and beyond.
I’m always available by phone or email, so contact me at any time and with any questions you may have. I look forward to working with you, and being a part of your team!
Benchmark Realty Awards
- Nashville’s Best Place to work.
- The Nashville Post just named us to the “Fast 15” List.
- Nashville House & Home & Garden Magazine just
named us “Best Real Estate Company”
