Steve Rice, Real Estate Agent

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Client Testimonials

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"★★★★★
“Wow! I am sooo very grateful to you and Carol for all your efforts and help in this regard. To have a signed deal even before the home went on the market is a blessing. “ - Marie W.

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“These two are phenomenal! Warm, caring, hardworking, and LOTS of expert knowledge. They know this town like no one else. So glad I chose the Rices! They're helping me with my next move, whenever that comes...“ - Vanessa L.

★★★★★
“Steve started working on our behalf when the idea of moving to Nashville was mostly a dream... When we finally had the chance to explore Nashville for a weekend visit, he knew exactly what we wanted even though we didn’t know ourselves. And after finding our dream house that very weekend, he patiently walked us through every element of moving to Tennessee from South Carolina. We couldn’t believe someone would be so interested in helping us make our vision of moving to Nashville a reality. We’ve lived in our dream home here in Nashville for six months now, and not a day goes by that we are not grateful for the house, our location, this city, and for Steve, the person that made it all possible.“ - Patty W.

"★★★★★
“Thank you Steve Rice for a wonderful experience! We appreciate so much all the late nights and countless hours with our strict time schedule to make our move to Nashville an easy transition! God blessed us by putting you in our path! You are awesome at what you do and we can not thank you enough!! “ - Sheila C.

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“Steve was a pleasure to work with not only because he regularly went above and beyond to make the process of selling our home so easy for us, but also because his advice and judgement was always spot on. Steve made what could be a stressful situation very easy to navigate. We could not be more pleased with the result. “ - Ty S.

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“To put it simply, Steve Rice is a stellar real estate agent. His high level of integrity and professionalism, coupled with a genuine passion for his field has been a wonderful experience for us. So much so, my husband and I will never need the services of any other agent. Because Steve Rice is our agent for life!“ - Paula L.

★★★★★
“Steve was recommended to me by a coworker and friend, and I have to say, he fully exceeded my expectations. I recently moved to Nashville from New England, and knew I wanted to purchase my first home. Steve was great to work with, very easy going, but incredibly detailed and thorough. He helped me every step of the way, and went above and beyond to over-communicate, which I greatly appreciated. I generally don't post reviews, but Steve was awesome. I wouldn't hesitate to work with Steve again, and highly recommend him.“ - Bob K.

★★★★★
“From the first meeting to the final closing Steve exemplified professionalism, attention to detail and overall redefined what I thought a Realtor does for a homebuyer. In a market saturated with sellers and buyers Steve gently guided us, never insisting but always watching out for our best interests in trying to find our dream home.“ - Shea C.

★★★★★
“I've known Steve as a man of character for many years but when I moved my family from the UK to Nashville three years ago, Steve patiently explain in detail every aspect of buying our home. His service was 5 star (out of 5) in attention and diligence and all aspects of us securing our first home in the USA. I can't recommend him highly enough.“ - Jonathan B.

★★★★★
“Steve is the agent we'd want working on our behalf at any cost. We trust him implicitly! He is thorough, accommodating, ethical, and very diligent. We've worked with other realtors and our experience with him was above and beyond.“ - Tom L.

★★★★★
“Steve was dedicated to ensuring the house was prepared and ready for the buyers to see the value. His work enabled multiple offers and ultimately a sale above asking price!“ - Don E.

Specialties

Residential Real Estate:

Williamson County

Davidson County

About Steve

Husband and wife team, Steve & Carol Rice are known for their friendliness, honesty, integrity and local real estate knowledge. Living in Nashville and Franklin for over four decades and possessing a combined twenty-eight years of real estate experience, the Rice's understanding of the local market, along with their seasoned business savvy, has made them a top choice for a wide array of real estate clients, both local and long-distant.

The Rice's dedication to real estate is fueled by a genuine commitment to prioritizing their clients' needs and ensuring their success in every transaction. By combining comprehensive market knowledge with a personalized approach, the Rice's have built a reputation as trustworthy advisors in the Nashville area real estate market. They are devoted to providing exceptional service, ensuring each client's real estate journey is guided with integrity and care.

Outside of their professional endeavors, the Rice's enjoy playing pickleball and tennis, are involved with their local church, and cherish their time with their two chihuahuas, Gracie and Mercy.

Spotlight

Curated Homes Collection

See some of the finest Williamson and Davidson county homes for sale right now in Rice Collaborative's Curated Homes Collection. See it here.

Spotlight

Your Home Didn't Sell. Here's What To Do Now.

When your house doesn’t sell, it doesn’t just feel frustrating – it feels personal. You put time, money, and emotional energy into this move. You told your friends and family it was happening. And now that your listing has expired without a buyer? You’re left feeling stuck, and maybe even a little embarrassed.

And here’s what most agents won’t tell you. Over 70% of homeowners who re-list with a different agent sell their house.

Re-list with the same agent? That stat drops to only 50%, according to the latest data from REDX. That’s like leaving the fate of your sale to a coin toss. And that’s not good enough.

REDX data also shows that only 1 in 3 homeowners with expired listings actually make that change. That means most sellers either give up or repeat the same mistakes, so they get the same disappointing outcome. You deserve better.

Same house. Different strategy. Completely different results.

Let’s break down what might’ve gone wrong – and how a fresh perspective can help you have a winning strategy this time.

1. It Was Priced Too High

Today, homebuyers are feeling the squeeze of higher mortgage rates, so even a slightly overpriced home will get overlooked. And once your listing starts to go stale, it’s hard to regain momentum.

Missing the mark on pricing is a costly mistake– and too many homeowners are doing that very thing right now.

What we need to do now:We need to analyze the latest sales in your area to make sure you’re hitting the right number. This includes taking a hard look at real-time buyer behavior, and any feedback you got from open houses or showings your first time around. Pricing at, or even just below, current market value is a winning play because it drives more buyers to your listing – and that amps up the competition for your home.

2. It Didn’t Show Well

You only get one shot at a first impression. If the listing photos didn’t pop, the house wasn’t staged well, or it wasn’t updated, most buyers will skip over it without ever scheduling a showing. And even if buyers did show up, small things like scuffed walls, outdated light fixtures, or a wobbly doorknob can turn them away.

What we need to do now:Let’s walk through your house withfresh eyes to see if there are any areas that may have been sticking points inside and out. Sometimes taking down old drapery, some light staging, or even a fresh coat of paint can completely change how a buyer feels about the home.

3. It Didn’t Get the Right Exposure

If your home didn’t sell, chances are it wasn’t getting the visibility it deserved. Generic flyers and a few online photos aren’t enough anymore. Today’s top agents are using highly targeted digital marketing, social media strategies, custom video content, and more to get your listing in front of the right buyers at the right time.

What we need to do now:We have to do more than just put your house online and hope it sells. Together, we can come up with a real plan to maximize its exposure. With the right pricing, staging, and marketing, your house will sell quickly. Here’s a real-world example (see graph below):

4. You Weren’t Willing To Negotiate

In this market, sellers who aren’t open to negotiating on things like closing costs, inspection repairs, or other concessions are often left behind. And if your last agent didn’t set that expectation with you, that’s a real shame.

What we need to do now: Be willing to meet buyers where they are. The goal is to get the deal done – and sometimes that means getting creative to help buyers cross the finish line. Home values have increased by over 55% over the last five years, so you likely have enough wiggle room to offer some perks without sacrificing your bottom line.

Bottom Line

If your house didn’t sell and your listing has expired, you don’t need to give up. You just need a better plan. And maybe, a better partner.

Over 70% of homeowners who switch agents sell their house the second time. That’s not a coincidence. That’s strategy.

If you're ready for a proven approach, let's talk so you know what to do differently – and why doing different things actually works. It’s time to get your move back on track.