New to north Nashville, new to real estate looking to rent or buy

[Jason Hawthorne]

Rent or buy?

I'm moving to Nashville in the next week. I'm just starting to learn about real estate, I expect to be investing in the next 6 months to 1 year.

I own my own financial services business (credit card) and we are moving to Nashville for my wife to start a new job with the Tennessee Dept of Education.

Given the current atmosphere and rumors of the financial situation in the country (possible recession) I'm looking to rent for now and buy later after we get to know the area.

I like the fact that the North side of Nashville doesn't seem as congested and there are shorter drive times for my wife to the Capitol area downtown.

Ultimately, I'm looking for 2 to 10 acres and a barn for personal and family use. Close to a small or municipal airport would be a plus.

Any advice offered would be greatly appreciated.

I have great respect for sales professionals with the heart of a teacher. I have very little patience for someone who can only speak to the positives of a situation.