Hot Springs Village Inside Out

  Rick Marshall , #1 Waterfront Specialist with McGraw Realtors , joins me for our monthly Hot Springs Village real estate update – for September 2025. We’ll also tour a house not yet on the market (at the time we recorded) – 13 Caribe Lane, Hot Springs Village (see the video tour below). CLICK HERE to see details on this listing.   It’s just one reason to work wi...

  Sometimes it’s the smallest things that make the biggest differences in our lives. Here inside Hot Springs Village, those little things are easier to notice…and to enjoy! Here are about four areas where the itty-bitty things add up for me. What about you?   • Join Our Free Email Newsletter • Subscribe to Our YouTube Channel (click that bell icon, too) • Join Our Facebook Gr...

  I love Hot Springs Village. A lot! I have ever since September 2018, when I first drove through the gates as an Airbnb guest. But… There are a few things I dislike. Some of them very much. It’s not a comprehensive list, and it’s not objective. It’s my list, and it’s 100% subjective based on my preferences and my experiences. My list is numbered, but it’s...

  Getting retirement right isn’t just about money — it’s about designing the life you want. It’s about taking advantage of today – the present. In this episode of Hot Springs Village Inside Out , we explore the keys to making retirement work: avoiding common regrets, figuring out the right place and time, and building a lifestyle that fits your values. Discover why Hot Springs Vil...

  Will Owens , Golf Course Superintendent for the Diamante Country Club , joins me to tour the course. A 17-year veteran at Diamante, Will shares a bit of history and his insights into one of the premier private golf courses in Arkansas. Enjoy!   • Join Our Free Email Newsletter • Subscribe to Our YouTube Channel (click that bell icon, too) • Join Our Facebook Group • Support Our Sponsor...

  The Reunion Resort Villas is now open for business. What began as an idea five years ago has come to fruition thanks to Brandon Tedder, owner and founder. The Reunion Resort Villas brings a new level of luxury overnight accommodations to the Village. Guests can be within a mile of three golf courses (Diamante Country Club, Isabella, and Granada), as well as numerous restaurants. The resort...

  Darin Landry is the Fountain Lake School District’s Superintendent . I work with top-level leaders every day, so I quickly recognized him as a high-performer, both in his own vision of making Fountain Lake a top-performing school district and in assembling a high-performing team. Fountain Lake schools serve the Saline County part of Hot Springs Village. We sat down in a conference roo...

  “My wife and I are considering Benton, Little Rock, or Hot Springs (including Hot Springs Village). We have family in Little Rock. We want to find 5-10 acres.” “Hot Springs Village is appealing to us because of all the golf courses, but we’d like to have a few acres. We know Benton is the nearest town to Little Rock. Would it be feasible for us to own a lot inside HS...

  Last Wednesday was an awful day for our country—the assassination of Charlie Kirk . Last Thursday, we remembered another awful day for our country that occurred 24 years ago, 9/11. I ventured out to my back porch to record today’s show to provide a perspective that may help you navigate challenging times. Today’s episode was recorded on the afternoon of Thursday, September 11, 2...

  Rick Marshall, #1 waterfront specialist with McGraw Realtors, shares an end-of-summer real estate update for Hot Springs Village, and he answers some audience questions, too. What can you tell us about the school systems – Jessieville and Fountain Lake? What help might a realtor provide for adult children who need to relocate our parents? We don’t live in HSV and need to move them clo...

  What’s drawing people to Hot Springs Village, Arkansas? After countless conversations with my audience, I’ve learned a few surprising lessons about the people considering/planning to retire here. In this episode of Hot Springs Village Inside Out , I share three big takeaways that caught me off guard: ✅ Many of you are planning your move 2–4 years in advance ✅ Some of you move to different...

  I’m biased in favor of the Fall/Autumn inside Hot Springs Village because we made our first visit here in September 2018. You may want to consider visiting in the Fall.   • Join Our Free Email Newsletter • Subscribe to Our YouTube Channel (click that bell icon, too) • Join Our Facebook Group • Support Our Sponsors (Click on the images below to visit their websites.) _____________...

  When I first appeared on this show to discuss how Rhonda and I were approaching our “retirement” years (even though we’re not really retired), I was bombarded with questions from viewers wanting to know more about my spreadsheet and my cash-flow approach. Disclaimer: I am NOT a tax or accounting professional. I’m NOT a financial advisor. I’m just a guy trying t...

  Retirement should be a time of peace and enjoyment — but choosing the wrong place to live can turn that dream into disappointment. According to AARP and other retirement studies, more than 30% of retirees who move out of state later say they wish they’d chosen differently. So, what are the biggest regrets we’ve heard — and how can you avoid them? Let’s break down the seven regrets I hear fr...

  Today, I want to take a slightly different angle. We often talk about why people love retiring to Hot Springs Village. But not everyone who looks at the Village decides it’s the right fit. And that’s okay. So let’s talk about some of the reasons people choose not to retire here. Let’s walk part of the Cedar Creek trail while we discuss it.   • Join Our Free Email Newsletter • Sub...

  Rick Marshall, #1 Waterfront Specialist with McGraw Realtors, gives us a market update for July 2025, plus he answers some viewer questions. Today’s show was recorded from one of Rick’s listings located at 25 Costa Del Lago Lane . Here’s a video of the property produced by Rick: CLICK HERE . For more information, call Rick at (501) 601-7425.   • Join Our Free Email Ne...

  It happened about 3 weeks ago. An email hit my inbox to begin a conversation I hadn’t considered having. Then, it happened again. And again. Each time it was slightly different – but the same. People who said they hadn’t yet visited Hot Springs Village…and weren’t sure if they ever would, for fear it was an exclusive community where they’d feel uncomforta...

  In this special episode of Hot Springs Village Inside Out , we sit down with renowned golf course architect Tom Clark and John Paul to celebrate two monumental anniversaries in Hot Springs Village golf history — 25 years of Isabella Golf Course and 30 years of Diamante Country Club . John Paul served as the Director of Golf for the Hot Springs Village Property Owners Association for many ye...

  Today, we’re going to talk about something that doesn’t always show up in the brochures, the spreadsheets, or the checklists. But in my opinion — and in the opinion of a lot of folks who live here inside Hot Springs Village — it’s absolutely essential to getting retirement right. Today’s topic? How a place makes you feel. When most people think about retirement, the questions st...

  Some volunteers for the Hot Springs Village Fire Department formed a 501 (c) (3) non-profit association to help raise money for the department. This endeavor aims to support the department by engaging our community to help raise funds for various departmental needs. Chief Jeremy Simmons leads the department, but President Charlie Phillips leads the 501(c)(3) with board members Mike Jackman...

  Diamante Country Club celebrates its 30th anniversary this year. A main attraction is the clubhouse and the dining experience that members get to enjoy. Executive Chef, Terry Thompson , relocated to Hot Springs Village from Portland, Oregon, over 6 years ago. For the past year or so, he’s been responsible for dishing out superb cuisine at Diamante. Follow Diamante on Instagram: https:...

  SPECIAL EPISODE 5 Granada Lane, Hot Springs Village, Arkansas Premier Custom Estate in Diamante Country Club! This extraordinary all-brick custom home is one of the crown jewels of the prestigious Diamante Country Club. With over 6,200 square feet of finely crafted living space, this 3-bedroom, 3.5-bath home offers elegance, functionality, and unmat ched comfort. Step inside to discover cus...

  Hot Springs Village isn’t the perfect fit for everyone — and that’s okay. Recently, I spoke with two couples who realized pretty quickly that the Village wasn’t right for them. One was looking for more acreage and a deeper “country living” feel. The other preferred a different political climate — something much more liberal. I was genuinely happy they figured it out early. But for many of u...

  Jeremy Simmons is the newest Fire Chief of Hot Springs Village. At just 41 years old, Chief Simmons brings more than two decades of dedicated service within the Village’s fire department. Combining youthful energy with deep experience and proven expertise, his leadership plays a vital role in making Hot Springs Village a safe and welcoming place for all property owners. The HSV Fire D...

  Thinking about retirement? Discover why Hot Springs Village, Arkansas, is one of the best-kept secrets for retirees. Today, let’s break down what it means to retire richer – not just financially, but in every area of our lives.   • Join Our Free Email Newsletter • Subscribe to Our YouTube Channel (click that bell icon, too) • Join Our Facebook Group • Support Our Sponsors (...