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Finding Home Between the Holidays
Thanks for checking out the November edition of THE BRUCE BEAT, my monthly real estate newsletter!
As the holidays approach, most people shift their focus to family gatherings and travel plans, not house hunting. But that’s exactly why November can be one of the smartest times to buy a home. With fewer buyers in the market, there’s less competition and more room to negotiate. Sellers who keep their homes listed this time of year are often serious about making a deal, which can lead to opportunities that simply don’t exist in the busier spring and summer months.
And don’t worry—you can still enjoy the holidays without adding “house hunting” to your plate. So, go ahead and add another helping of sweet potato casserole to your plate instead and I’ll handle the hard part for you. From narrowing down the best options to scheduling showings, I’ll take care of the details so you can relax and enjoy the season while we quietly find your next home.
If you’ve been thinking about making a move, this quieter season could work in your favor. I’d be happy to walk you through what’s available and how to make the most of this buyer-friendly window before the year ends.
Helping Hands in Chattanooga
With Thanksgiving around the corner, it feels like the right time to pause and recognize a few local organizations that do incredible work for our neighbors in need. These groups quietly show up every day — feeding families, offering shelter, and lending a hand to those facing hard times. Here’s a look at a few of the ways people are making a difference right here in Chattanooga.
The CHATT Foundation
Formerly known as the Chattanooga Community Kitchen, the CHATT Foundation provides a wide range of services for those experiencing homelessness or financial hardship. Their downtown facility offers hot meals, shelter, clothing, employment assistance, and case management — all aimed at helping individuals regain stability and dignity.
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Chattanooga Area Food Bank
Serving a 20-county region across Southeast Tennessee and Northwest Georgia, the Chattanooga Area Food Bank works to eliminate hunger by distributing millions of pounds of food each year through partner agencies and community programs. Their work ensures that families, seniors, and children have access to nutritious meals when times get tough.
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Partnership for Families, Children, and Adults
This long-standing organization addresses a wide range of human service needs across the region. From domestic violence intervention and crisis counseling to youth mentoring, elder support, and family strengthening programs, the Partnership has been a lifeline for thousands of local residents for over 140 years.
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Ronald McDonald House Charities of Greater Chattanooga
Located near Children’s Hospital at Erlanger, the Ronald McDonald House offers families a comforting place to stay while their children receive medical treatment. Beyond providing lodging, they create a supportive community that helps families navigate one of the most difficult times in their lives — with care, compassion, and a sense of home.
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There are so many incredible organizations in our community working to support those in need, and these are just a few that stand out. If you’d like to learn about more groups making a difference right here in the Chattanooga area, here is a good place to start!
Giving Thanks for Local Events
It’s November, and it’s the perfect time to give thanks to all the local venues and event organizers who continue to bring amazing concerts and events to the Chattanooga area. Even though most things are starting to move indoors for the winter, there are still a handful of outdoor events happening throughout the city. So whether you’re adding layers and heading out to those outdoor events or continuing to support our indoor venues, pick a few things to enjoy this month!
November 2025:
Saturday 11/1 – Under the Americana Sky feat. Lew Card, The Briars & Magic Birds @ The Woodshop
Saturday 11/1 & Sunday 11/12 – Head of the Hooch Regatta
Saturday 11/8 – Shawn Mullins @ Songbirds
Saturday 11/8 – Chickamauga Battlefield Races
Wednesday 11/5 – Thomas Dolby @ The Signal
Wednesday 11/12 – William Elliott Whitmore @ The Woodshop
Thursday 11/13 – They Might Be Giants @ The Signal
Thursday 11/13 – The Motet w/ Sam Fribush Organ Trio @ Barrelhouse Ballroom
Thursday 11/13 – Remedy Tree @ The Woodshop
Friday 11/14 – Magic Birds w/ David Bingaman @ Doc Holidays
Friday 11/14 – Yelawolf w/ J Michael Phillips & JT Loux @ The Signal
Friday 11/14 – NEEDTOBREATHE @ Memorial Auditorium
Friday 11/14 – Steep Canyon Rangers @ The Walker Theatre
Friday 11/14 – Drew Sterchi @ Barking Legs Theater
Friday 11/14 – Sunny War @ Cherry Street Tavern
Saturday 11/15 – Red Bank Porchfest feat. Randy Steele, E.T., Lvndr, Magic Birds and many others
Saturday 11/15 – Telemonster w/ Abe Houck & Days Now @ Songbirds
Thursday 11/20 – Lecrae @ The Signal
Thursday 11/20 – Cigarettes @ Sunset @ Songbirds
Thursday 11/20 – Daniel Kimbro @ The Woodshop
Friday 11/21 – Drivin N Cryin @ Barrelhouse Ballroom
Friday 11/21 – GZA & The Phunky Nomads @ The Boneyard
Friday 11/21 – Casey Chesnutt @ The Dunlap Yard
Saturday 11/22 – Will Wood w/ Ruen Brothers @ The Caverns
Saturday 11/22 – Kevin Smith @ The Walker Theatre
Friday 11/28 – Amythyst Kiah @ Songbirds
Saturday 11/29 – Chattanooga Hungry Turkey Races
Sunday 11/30 – Allen Stone & Ripe @ The Caverns
And in case you may not be familiar with any of these artists I’ve highlighted above, I created a Spotify playlist of some of my favorite songs from most of them for you to enjoy:
