oklahoma: Open House Saturday, July 25th 4-6 p.m. - 07/25/08 08:39 AM
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oklahoma: McMansions - 06/23/08 08:51 AM
Here in Tulsa we have a battle going on between people with two different points of view. On the one side, you have the home owners in older and sometimes historical neighborhoods in Tulsa. On the other side, you have prospective new home owners who are looking for a place to build.
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oklahoma: Why They Don't Build Basements In Oklahoma - 06/20/08 10:54 AM
I used to live up North. I understand how valuable and useful basement space is. However, here in Oklahoma, basements are NOT something you want to dig into. Instead of going down, we go UP with bonus rooms and second floors.
Check out these pics from an actual basement here in our … (1 comments)
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oklahoma: Good News for Oklahoma Foreclosure Rates - 06/16/08 08:32 AM
According to an article in the Sunday Tulsa World, the number of new Oklahoma foreclosures was 30% lower in May than in April. That's great news because anytime you're in a crisis, you start looking for the bottom. When you hit the bottom, you know you're on the way out of … (0 comments)
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oklahoma: Beautiful New Construction in Collinsville, OK - 06/11/08 07:42 AM
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oklahoma: Motivating Sellers - 06/10/08 08:36 AM
Every now and then, you get a seller who wants to "hold out" for a better offer, even if the difference between the current offer and the imaginary better offer is only a couple of thousand dollars. Here in our area, I find myself often dealing with sellers who are convinced … (5 comments)
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oklahoma: How to be Successful - 06/09/08 09:18 AM
I was browsing the Sunday Tulsa World this morning when I came across an article by Harvey Mackay. The title is, "Advice from my dad for Father's Day"
Mr. Mackay began his career selling envelopes. He asked his father how he could make twice as much money as his fellow sales … (2 comments)
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oklahoma: Oklahoma ranks fifth in U.S. in 2007 growth - 06/06/08 09:46 AM
I opened the front page of our local newpaper this morning to find this story. Here's an excerpt.
By LAURIE WINSLOW World Staff Writer 6/6/2008Last Modified: 6/6/2008 2:47 AM Oklahoma's real gross domestic product showed one of the highest percentage growths in the country last year, according to estimates released Thursday by … (1 comments)
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oklahoma: Would You Call This Person? - 06/05/08 08:59 PM
I saw this come over our fax the other day. I briefly read it and thought it was rather silly. Then I took a second look and thought, "Why in the world would anyone respond to a fax like this?
Have a look...
Notice that it is written to "Real … (9 comments)
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oklahoma: Mineral Rights Verses Surface Rights - 05/20/08 07:42 AM
Here in Oklahoma we have a mixture of city living and country dwelling. Land is still relatively affordable, so it isn't unusual to own some property, either to build a house on or on which to "play" (ride horses, four wheelers, hunt, etc). Last year I sold 10 acres of beautiful … (0 comments)
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oklahoma: You're an Exceptional Agent! - 05/03/08 07:07 PM
Ever had the comment made to you that you are an exceptional real estate agent?
If not, try some of these tips. They might help you to stand out from the crowd (of other agents)...
1. Ask, learn and know the name of the people you're talking to. Repeat their name back to … (8 comments)
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oklahoma: "And He Blew And He Blew Till He Blew the Hotel Down!" - 05/03/08 08:23 AM
OOOOKKKKLAAAHHHHOMAAAAA, where the wind goes sweepin through plain!
Oklahoma is a great place to live. We have a low cost of living and it isn't crowded! You know why? It's WINDY HERE!
Below are pics of a three story hotel that was under construction here in Owasso. Thursday night/Friday morning we had … (7 comments)
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oklahoma: HomeGain Referrals - 05/01/08 09:57 AM
One of my business practices is to do referral business - and not just referral business, but very good referral business. I have a group of awesome business partners who have earned my trust. These are people who, when I give a referral out, I know will pick up the phone and … (2 comments)
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oklahoma: Beautiful Home in Tallgrass Trails Neighborhood - Owasso, OK - 04/30/08 07:44 AM
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oklahoma: Good Fire Video - 04/18/08 07:48 AM
We all have those people in our life who send out those daily emails with stories, jokes, pics, etc right???
My guy sent out an email this morning with the following video in it. I don't know where the video came from, but it looks like it has been a TV commercial … (1 comments)
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oklahoma: I Need to Sell My House - 04/16/08 10:19 PM
A few blogs back, I wrote about injuring my knee and having to go to the Urgent Care facility to get some stitches.
Today I had to go back to get the stitches removed. Didn't get around to going as I was busy being a Realtor all day. So, after church tonight, … (1 comments)
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oklahoma: Which EarBud Do You Use? - 04/14/08 07:09 PM
I've put off buying the bluetooth earphone/earbud or whatver you call those things. I think they look...well geeky. And the reality is that I'm already pretty geeky looking anyway. Adding one of these animals could launch me into the "Revenge of the Nerds" movie Hall of fame.However, my ear hurts. And … (8 comments)
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oklahoma: Do You Think the Housing Market is in the Toilet? - 04/11/08 07:29 AM
I found this pic out on the internet. It is a house in the shape of a toilet. It was built by a man in Korea. This pic is just a rendering.
To see pics and a discussion, visit this blog
http://images.google.com/imgres?imgurl=http://www.offbeathomes.com/wp-content/uploads/2007/10/toilet-house-above.jpg&imgrefurl=http://www.offbeathomes.com/the-toilet-house/&h=308&w=450&sz=33&hl=en&start=10&um=1&tbnid=ShPsfGyXssV5PM:&tbnh=87&tbnw=127&prev=/images%3Fq%3Dtoilet%2BHouse%26um%3D1%26hl%3Den%26safe%3Doff
The best part is that the house has four "delux" bathrooms.
If you watch the … (2 comments)
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oklahoma: If you're selling your house, put away your stuff! - 04/10/08 09:53 PM
The picture to the left is all that is left of a bicycle that was stolen. You can see from the pic that the owner had secured the bike with a good thief proof lock and cable. However, the thief wasn't to be deterred. He simply took the rest of the … (3 comments)
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oklahoma: The Cut Off Policy - 04/10/08 01:02 PM
So I was out at the church helping clean up from the ice storm on Saturday. Here in Oklahoma, we're still picking up downed tree limbs, sawing them into fireplace sized logs and burning them or stacking them for next winter.
I was excited to get out my new chainsaw and to … (0 comments)
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oklahoma: Which One Do You Think Will Sell? - 04/08/08 07:53 AM
In the world of real estate, we work with both buyers and sellers. When you're out showing with a potential buyer, you will usually call the listing agent first in order to set up the appointment and to find out if the house is still available, any special things to know (like … (6 comments)
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oklahoma: The RV Call - 04/04/08 08:11 AM
I have a friend who is into the RV deal big time. He wants one so bad he can "taste" it. So, he surfs the web and dreams about the day he'll have one of these awesome homes on wheels. I should mention that my friend is handicapped. He lost his … (1 comments)
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oklahoma: Beautiful Home in Owasso, OK - 04/02/08 01:33 PM
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oklahoma: Why Won't My Realtor Call Me? - 04/01/08 08:23 AM
Ever notice how we Realtors can be slow to return phone calls sometimes?
I was visiting with a friend the other day who has been working with a Realtor in another town. He asked me that very question. "Why won't my Realtor call me back? I call and call and have to … (0 comments)
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oklahoma: A Reminder from Wendy and Dave - 03/28/08 08:11 AM
I saw this sign hanging in a Wendy's restaurant the other day. It caught my attention. It's called the MBA Honor Roll.It has to do with Dave Thomas and his attitude towards custormer service. Dave was the founder of the Wendy's Restaurant chain. In his book, WELL DONE: THE COMMON GUY'S GUIDE TO EVERYDAY … (3 comments)
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oklahoma: Just listed - Beautiful Home on 5 Acres in Skiatook, OK - 03/20/08 10:20 AM
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oklahoma: It's Always Good to Have a Friend! - 03/13/08 06:47 AM
Got a call yesterday late afternoon from another real estate associate who works with another company in our town. She is a good friend and a good competitor. We enjoy talking about how each other is doing and about where we work, etc. She's the kind of person who makes a … (10 comments)
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oklahoma: Today in the world of Owasso, Oklahoma - 03/06/08 03:25 PM
We all know we're in a housing and mortgage crisis, right? Well, not here in Owasso. I took these pics in a new development today. You can see that the rest of America might be drowning, but we're swimming just fine here...(be careful swimming in deep dark waters, right?!)
These houses are … (2 comments)
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oklahoma: Another Ice Stom? - 02/20/08 07:58 AM
The major news networks are predicting a major ice event for our area beginning tonight and going through Thursday.
OH NO!
Back in December 2007 we went through a terrible ice storm in our area. My home and neighborhood was without power from Sunday through the following Friday. The entire greater Tulsa … (5 comments)
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oklahoma: March Stats in the Greater Tulsa Area - 05/08/07 07:53 AM
MONTH 3-07 3-06 2-07
Listings Processed 2,408 2,329 1,966
Year-to-Date 6,176 6,323 3,768
Monthly Inventory+ 7,994 7,917 7,500
Active Listings 5,654 5,708 5,586
Pending Contracts 1,440 1,310 1,091
Residential Closings 1,117 1,221 861
Year-to-Date 2,691 2,923 1,574
Average Sales Price $146,371 $141,052 $148,064
Year-to-Date $145,672 $141,556 $145,323
Median Sales Price $121,000 $119,000 $118,000
Total Value Sold $163,496,606 $172,224,528 $127,483,526
Year-to-Date $392,640,766 $413,167,529 $229,144,160
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oklahoma: Beautiful Home in Owasso - Close to Shopping and Schools! - 03/30/07 05:59 PM
This wonderful home has wood floors in the entryway, hall, kitchen and breakfast nook. It features extensive crown molding and has beautiful french doors leading into the office/study. The bedrooms offer oversized closets. You'll love the chair-rail molding in the dining room and nook. Home has vinyl tilt-in windows, and a … (0 comments)
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oklahoma: Go Scout Homes - 03/30/07 08:19 AM
In our area, Cox Cable has a channel dedicated to Realtors called "Go Scout Homes." For $100 a month per listing, you can put up three pics and a description of the home you are selling. They do the voice over and build a template with your picture. It's pretty cool … (3 comments)
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oklahoma: 2 Acres with double wide trailor at the Lake! - 03/30/07 07:41 AM
Get away to Grand Lake, just an hour from Tulsa!
This property is just outside of Disney, Ok and is on the South side of the lake. It features two wooded acres with water views. Although the trailor isn't right on the water, it is close enough to see the water. Just … (0 comments)
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oklahoma: Beautiful 2 Story Home in Gated Lake Community - 03/29/07 10:04 PM
Looking for a place at the Lake? I've got a 2 story, 3 bed, 3 1/2 bath, 1 car home available for $132,500. It includes all kinds of amenities like a covered boat slip, use of two pools, walking trails, boat ramp, heated and cooled covered fishing dock and much more. … (0 comments)
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oklahoma: Moving to Tulsa, Oklahoma area? Think OWASSO! - 03/29/07 08:34 AM
Owasso is a bedroom community 8 miles North of Tulsa, OK. Several years ago we had little commercial or restaurant activity, but today our town is booming! We have a housing boom that is amazing and house values you won't believe. You CAN afford to live here. Need an example? You … (0 comments)
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oklahoma: Localism.com - 03/29/07 07:45 AM
Good morning AR members!
I'm in a hurry this morning, so this will be quick. I just read about localism.com. I want to join or be listed there, but I don't have time to really look into it this morning. I did pull up the website briefly and saw some folks from … (6 comments)
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