Ruth Ann and Henry's Blog - Archives June, 2007

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SELLER'S INSPECTION: WHAT DO YOU THINK? - 06/30/07 12:21 PM

We recently represented a buyer in the purchase of his first home. The house was great. It was in a wonderful neighborhood. The interior had been beautifully updated, and the air conditioning was new. The house had been repainted inside and out, and a very nice, high-quality stockade fence had recently been … (8 comments)

BUYERS BEWARE WHEN PURCHASING PROPERTY NEXT TO VACANT LAND! - 06/30/07 09:25 AM

When considering the purchase of a home, most home buyers think about such issues as the location of the home, the condition of the home, and whether the home is priced correctly. One factor that is probably overlooked frequently by new buyers, but which is extremely important, is whether the home … (0 comments)

OKLAHOMA CITY REAL ESTATE UNDER WATER! - 06/29/07 08:08 PM

June here is supposed to be hot as a firecracker! Instead, this summer we are about to wash away after 18 consecutive days of rain, frequently torrential. More of the same is forecast for the foreseeable future. Now we know how Noah must have felt when he decided to build the … (7 comments)

MEADOWS AT SURREY HILLS: GREAT NEW SUBDIVISION IN WEST OKC METRO - 06/18/07 03:05 PM

About three years ago we built a new home in the Meadows at Surrey Hills. This subdivision is in the rapidly-growing far west metro area, with a Yukon mailing address, but within the Oklahoma City limits and with Oklahoma City services. We love it here!
This lovely neighborhood is far enough out to feel … (0 comments)

Minimum Staging Brings Multiple Offers and Sale Above List Price in Four Days! - 06/17/07 10:13 PM

We recently sold a property in four days at above list price with multiple offers. The property had previously been listed with another realtor for over a month and had received no offers. Our seller indicated that the previous realtor had given him no advice on how to improve the marketability … (0 comments)

Buying Historic Homes: Some Food for Thought - 06/17/07 02:54 PM

BUYING HISTORIC HOMES
Buying an historic home is often an emotional decision. They seem romantic, nostalgic, and have a certain mystery and allure. It is wonderful to feel that you are preserving a part of history, and fascinating to research your home to find out its own unique past.
However, be sure … (0 comments)

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