oklahoma: Open House Saturday, July 25th 4-6 p.m. - 07/25/08 08:39 AM
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oklahoma: Vacation ramblings--KW vs ReMax, open houses, auctions - 07/22/08 12:55 AM
As I get ready to go on vacation tomorrow I thought I'd share these thoughts....
I keep seeing posts from agents trying to convince each other and anyone else crazy enough to read it, that ReMax is better than Keller Wlliams and vice versa. This is going to go on and … (4 comments)
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oklahoma: BEST PLACES TO LIVE / NORMAN, OKLAHOMA - 07/18/08 01:12 PM
BEST PLACES TO LIVE Money's list of America's best small cities 2008
# 6 Norman, OK
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oklahoma: Edmond, Oklahoma ranked #52 by CNN as BEST PLACE TO LIVE. - 07/16/08 10:10 AM
Edmond, Oklahoma great place to live.
http://money.cnn.com/magazines/moneymag/bplive/2008/snapshots/PL4023200.html
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oklahoma: HONEY PECAN TRIANGLES - 07/13/08 06:09 PM
"From April Miller's Kitchen to Yours"
Honey Pecan Triangles
2 teaspoons softened butter
Plus ½ cup softened butter
½ cup packed brown sugar
1 egg yolk
1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
Topping
1 cup packed brown sugar
½ cup butter
¼ cup honey
½ cup heavy whipping cream
4 … (5 comments)
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oklahoma: GAME DAY COOKIE BARS / GO SOONERS! - 07/13/08 06:06 PM
"From April Miller's Kitchen to Yours"
GAME DAY COOKIE BARS
½ cup butter
1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk
1 pkg (6 ounces) semisweet chocolate chips
1 can (3 ½ ounces) flaked coconut, or about 1 1/3 cups
1 cup chopped pecans
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oklahoma: OU Football 2008 / GO SOONERS! - 07/13/08 06:01 PM
Oklahoma Football 2008
GO SOONERS!
August 30, 2008 Chattanooga (at Norman)
September 6, 2008 Cincinnati (at Norman)
September 13, 2008 Washington (at Seattle, Washington)
September 27, 2008 Texas Christian University (at Norman)
October 4, 2008 Baylor (at Waco, Texas)
October 11, 2008 … (3 comments)
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oklahoma: VACATION - OU FOOTBALL HOME IN NORMAN - 07/09/08 05:51 AM
VACATION - OU FOOTBALL HOME IN NORMAN
PLENTY OF ROOM FOR ALL YOUR FAMILY & FRIENDS!
"A COUNTRY RETREAT ONLY 10 MINUTES FROM HWY 9"
1570 Sunbelt Dr., Norman OK 73026
13.47 apx. acres
3550 apx. sq. ft. home
1600 apx. sq. ft. guest home
4 bedroom
3.5 bath
study
game … (0 comments)
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oklahoma: FAVOR & BLESSINGS - 07/04/08 08:22 AM
"From April Miller's Heart to Yours"
2 Cor 9:8 AMP
And God is able to make all grace (every favor and earthly blessing) come to you in abundance, so that you may always and under all circumstances and whatever the need be self sufficient (possessing enough to require no aid or … (2 comments)
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oklahoma: CHERRY NUT CAKE - 07/04/08 07:28 AM
"From April Miller's Kitchen to Yours"
CHERRY NUT CAKE
1 can cherry pie filling
1 pkg "Jiffy" white cake mix
1/4 cup margarine, softened
1/2 cup chopped nuts
Preheat oven to 350. Lightly spray 8x8 glass square pan. Spread pie filling. Combine cake mix and nuts in bowl. Add softened margarine … (3 comments)
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oklahoma: CHERRY PINCH CAKE - 07/04/08 07:22 AM
"From April Miller's Kitchen to Yours"
CHERRY PINCH CAKE
1 large angel food cake
1 large box vanilla instant pudding
8 oz sour cream
2 cans cherry pie filling
1 large container whipped topping
In a large bowl, crumble the angel food cake. In a blender, mix the pudding as directed … (2 comments)
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oklahoma: QUICK & EASY APPLE CRUMB CAKE - 07/04/08 07:14 AM
"From April Miller's Kitchen to Yours"
QUICK & EASY APPLE CRUMB CAKE
2 cans apple pie filling
1 white cake mix
3 tbsp melted butter
cinnamon
Preheat oven to 350. Lightly spray 9x13 glass baking pan. Fill pan with pie filling. Combine cake mix with butter; stir-mixture should be crumbly. Sprinkle over pie … (2 comments)
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oklahoma: ONE STEP ANGEL FOOD PINEAPPLE CAKE - 07/04/08 06:59 AM
"From April Miller's Kitchen to Yours"
ONE STEP ANGEL FOOD PINEAPPLE CAKE
1 box angel food cake mix
1 can crushed pineapple
DO NOT ADD ANYTHING ELSE
Mix and pour into greased 9x13 pan. Bake at 350 for 28-33 min.
Cool and store lightly covered in refrigerator. A cool summer-time treat!
View … (2 comments)
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oklahoma: New Oklahoma law for for gasahol starts July 1 - 06/30/08 10:03 PM
Starting tomorrow (July1) all stations in Oklahoma are required to have their pumps labeled as to the content of their fuel. This evening I found a Conoco with no label, Sam's with a label stating their fuel contains 10% ethanol or less, and Valero (122nd & Western) with 100% gas. You … (4 comments)
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oklahoma: Welcome to my blog! - 06/26/08 03:48 PM
As you may have noticed, I work at the Oklahoma Association of REALTORS and I hope to use this blog to talk about what is going on at OAR and in the Oklahoma housing market. Please feel free to make comments or ask questions.
You may have seen in the news this … (4 comments)
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oklahoma: Coldwell Banker SELECT! - 06/26/08 07:47 AM
Terry Gartside teams up with Radergroup.
Two longtime Tulsa-area real estate agencies, Coldwell Banker Radergroup and Terry Gartside Realtors, announced Tuesday they are merging effective immediately.
The combined company, now known as Coldwell Banker Select, will have 13 offices in Tulsa and approximately 540 employees.
Terry Gartside said the merger with … (3 comments)
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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 Realtors Work. - 06/20/08 12:14 PM
Many have wondered whether they should sell their home themselves rather than use a realtor. In addition, many buyers feel the could get a better deal by foregoing the use of a realtor to help them purchase their new home. Now there is a great website that talks about the advantages … (0 comments)
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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: Get Ready To Retire In Luxury - 06/19/08 09:52 AM
One of the most luxurious places to retire is Spanish Cove. This beautiful retirement community is located in Yukon , Oklahoma only minutes to every convenience of the metro area.
Spanish Cove offers gorgeous, large apartments and an active community. The neighbors are friendly and the staff is great. You won't … (0 comments)
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oklahoma: Oklahoma Alarm Clocks Set Themselves! - 06/17/08 07:37 AM
We have a very unusual alarm clock at our house.
A Red Bird.
A real alive wild red bird.
This year since early spring, this red bird flys smack into our sun room windows. He does it over and over until he gets tired, goes for a rest and then … (2 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: Edmond Oklahoma’s Market Conditions - 06/13/08 01:27 PM
Edmond has been growing at a very positive rate for over 20 years. Home sales in Edmond are still above national average, showing that Edmond can hold its own in a struggle.
The market conditions here stay above the rest of the country because of a strong economy that's petroleum-based, great … (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: Old Republic Home Protection- Change of Coverage Alert - 06/08/08 08:55 PM
Old Republic Home Protection is now providing a recently enhanced Home Warranty Plan in Oklahoma and Missouri.
Old Republic Home Protection truly offers the most comprehensive coverage in the industry! Not only have we enhanced our Standard Plan coverage, we have added several new Optional Coverage Choices – including the … (0 comments)
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oklahoma: Hello From Oklahoma City! - 06/08/08 07:35 PM
Welcome. I'm Steve from Oklahoma City, one of the nation's best kept secrets. I am excited to be a part of this community. I know I will learn a lot but I also hope to be able to open some eyes regarding our city.
When I moved here in 1991 there … (5 comments)
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oklahoma: D V Fennell Bareback Bronc Rider Scores 83 at PRCA Rodeo Hugo, Oklahoma June 6, 2008 - 06/07/08 01:19 PM
D V Fennell has been busy as he travels around the states doing what he does best! And that is riding bareback bronc horses in rodeos and doing promo ads for those companies that use him to advertise fo rthem.
D V has some room for new advertisers via … (0 comments)
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oklahoma: Get your Oklahoma real estate license now! - 06/06/08 04:32 PM
How to get an Oklahoma Real Estate License
1. Be eighteen years of age or older.
A prospective licensee may complete educational requirements prior to meeting the age requirement, but will not be allowed to complete to state examination until the age requirement is met.
2. Be … (0 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: INVEST IN REAL ESTATE IN OKLAHOMA! / 100 Kyle Ct. Washington, OK 73093 - 06/05/08 08:32 PM
JUST LISTED!
INVEST IN REAL ESTATE IN OKLAHOMA!!!
"BEAUTIFUL HOME IN WASHINGTON, OKLAHOMA OVERLOOKING A POND"
Quiet living in Washington, Oklahoma. 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath on the largest lot in Lyla Glen. Granite countertops, ceramic tile, crown molding, arched entry ways, low e windows and so much more. Large open living … (0 comments)
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oklahoma: HAPPY DAY! - 06/02/08 07:58 PM
HAPPY DAY
He doesn't bring me flowers, but HE is called the Rose of Sharon.
He doesn't send flowers to my office, but HE grows beautiful flowers in my garden.
He doesn't kiss me, but I sense HIS kiss when I feel sunshine or softly falling rain.
He doesn't give me … (3 comments)
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oklahoma: CROCK POT CANDY - 06/02/08 07:46 PM
"From April Miller's Kitchen to Yours"
(A Family Favorite to Share!)
Crock Pot Candy
1 jar (16 oz.) dry roasted peanuts, unsalted
1 jar (16 oz.) dry roasted peanuts, salted
1 pkg. (12oz.) semi-sweet chocolate chips
1 bar (4-oz.) German chocolate, broken into pieces
3 lbs. (or 2 planks) white … (4 comments)
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oklahoma: GAME DAY CROCK POT CHILI / GO SOONERS! - 06/02/08 06:19 PM
"From April Miller's Kitchen to Yours"
GO SOONERS!
Game Day Crock Pot Chili
Brown 2 lbs Ground Beef, drain fat
Put in Crock Pot
Add 7 (15 oz cans) RanchStyle Pinto Beans
1 (15 oz can) RanchStyle Pinto Beans with Jalapeno Peppers
3 (8 oz) cans tomato sauce
2 (1.25 … (1 comments)
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oklahoma: CORNERSTONE BUILDERS & DEVELOPMENT, LLC - 06/02/08 05:46 PM
CORNERSTONE BUILDERS & DEVELOPMENT, LLC
Builder is Owner/Broker
Luxury Hallbrooke Living
1909 Hallbrooke Dr., Norman Oklahoma 73071
FEATURE LIST
Knotty Alder Oversized Custom Front Door
Stunning Ceramic Wood Floors
5 Bedroom
Knotty Alder Study with Cathedral Ceiling
4 Full Baths
Gorgeous Rock and Brick Fireplace with Knotty Alder Mantel
Spotlight over … (0 comments)
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oklahoma: The Mayonnaise Jar and The Coffee - 06/02/08 02:57 PM
The Mayonnaise Jar and The Coffee
When things in your life seem almost too much to handle; when 24 hours in a day is not enough; remember the mayonnaise jar and 2 cups of coffee.
A professor stood before his philosophy class and had some items in front of … (4 comments)
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oklahoma: 19310 E 105th Street ~ Broken Arrow, Oklahoma ~ Wagoner County ~ 74014 - 06/02/08 06:58 AM
Look at this GORGEOUS LUXURY HOME located in Broken Arrow, Oklahoma on 1.25 acres m/l! The amenities are as follows:
4 large bedrooms
3 FULL Bathrooms
3 car attached garage
2 Separate Living Areas
Formal Dining
Built in 1995
2700 plus square feet
Office
Updated throughout with beautiful designer colors, extensive … (8 comments)
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oklahoma: "From April Miller's Kitchen to Yours" - 06/02/08 05:03 AM
"From April Miller's Kitchen to Yours"
Peanut Butter Balls
2 cups plain peanut butter
1 stick butter
1 pound powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla
3 cups Rice Krispies
16 oz. milk chocolate chips
Melt butter. Mix butter and peanut butter, then add the powdered sugar.
Add … (2 comments)
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oklahoma: "From April Miller's Kitchen to Yours" - 06/02/08 04:56 AM
"From April Miller's Kitchen to Yours"
OLD FASHIONED OATMEAL COOKIES
1 cup (2 sticks) margarine or butter, softened
1 cup firmly packed brown sugar
½ cup granulated sugar
2 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 ½ cups all purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon cinnamon
½ teaspoon … (1 comments)
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oklahoma: Welcome Home to Ashton Grove / 4420 Berry Farm Road, Norman OK 73072 - 05/30/08 05:55 AM
Welcome Home to Ashton Grove
4420 Berry Farm Road, Norman OK 73072
"From the State House to Your House"
Doug served in the Oklahoma House of Representatives from 1994-2006. He retired from the State House in 2006 due to Oklahoma term limits. Doug and April Miller are both independent contract lobbyists at … (0 comments)
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oklahoma: It's a Wonderful Life in Ashton Grove - 05/30/08 05:09 AM
It's A Wonderful Life in Ashton Grove!
Just Listed with Doug & April Miller
Dillard Group Real Estate
4420 Berry Farm Road, Norman OK 73072
Doug and April Miller are pleased to list this Exquisite Home in Ashton Grove. Beauty and Elegance throughout including limestone and cherry wood flooring. View more … (0 comments)
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oklahoma: Oklahoma Makes History - 05/29/08 11:05 AM
Oklahoma has made history by electing 19 year-old John Tyler Hammons to public office. Just like any other American teenager, Hammons loves fast cars, rock music and video games. But fiscal planning? Well, apparently so. Hammons is a freshman at the University of Oklahoma and beat 70 year-old Hershel McBride for … (6 comments)
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oklahoma: "From April Miller's Kitchen to Yours" - 05/28/08 08:48 PM
"From April Miller's Kitchen to Yours"
Crock Pot Swiss Steak
6 beef cubed steaks (8 oz. each)
½ tsp. salt
½ tsp. pepper
1 small onion, chopped (1/4 cup)
1 jar (6 oz.) sliced mushrooms, undrained
2 (10 ¼ oz cans) condensed golden mushroom soup
Sprinkle beef with salt … (3 comments)
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oklahoma: "From April Miller's Kitchen to Yours" - 05/28/08 07:57 PM
"From April Miller's Kitchen to Yours"
My Favorite Summer Dessert
LEMON-LIME REFRIGERATOR CAKE
1 package lemon cake mix
1 package lime Jello
1 envelope Dream Whip
1 package lemon instant pudding
oil, eggs & milk
Dissolve 1 package lime Jello in ¾ cup boiling water, add ½ cup cold water. … (2 comments)
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oklahoma: "From April Miller's Kitchen to Yours" - 05/28/08 07:50 PM
"From April Miller's Kitchen to Yours"
Very Easy Chicken Enchilada Casserole
12 Corn Tortillas
1 (15 oz. can) Green Chile Enchilada Sauce
1 (10 ¾ oz. can) Campbell's Cream of Chicken Soup
Canned Chicken Breast in Water (drain)
Grated Monterey Jack Cheese
Preheat oven to 350. Lightly spray no stick cooking … (3 comments)
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oklahoma: "From April Miller's Kitchen to Yours" - 05/28/08 07:43 PM
"From April Miller's Kitchen to Yours"
My Favorite Summer Salad
ITALIAN SPAGHETTI SALAD
1 lb spaghetti, broken into fourths, cooked and drained
¼ cup chopped red onions
¼ cup chopped cucumbers
1 (2 ounce) jar mccormick Salad Supreme dry seasoning
1 (16 ounce) bottle Italian dressing
Optional: tomatoes and olives
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oklahoma: "From April Miller's Kitchen to Yours" - 05/28/08 07:36 PM
"From April Miller's Kitchen to Yours"
Great for Overnight Guests
BREAKFAST CASSEROLE
12 pieces sourdough bread, buttered, cubed, no crust
1 dozen eggs, beaten
1 ½ tsp. dry mustard
1 ½ lbs. bulk sausage, browned and drained or 10 slices crisp cooked bacon
1 lb cheddar cheese, grated
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oklahoma: Homeownership glass is half full in Oklahoma! - 05/28/08 05:43 PM
Is the homeownership glass half full or half empty?
The answer depends on where you're looking. The motto "Location, Location, Location" still drives the market. Despite the bleak picture painted in the news, sales in nearly half of the nation's housing markets continue to perform well and home values in many … (2 comments)
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oklahoma: The Bright Spot! - 05/28/08 07:05 AM
The Bright Spot!
Real estate continues to contribute substantially to the overall economy. Commercial real estate activity remains strong. Most homeowners continue to amass equity in their homes, thus increasing their wealth.
A few housing markets show home appreciation of more than 15% from a year ago, and several have risen … (3 comments)
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oklahoma: Exquisite Home in Ashton Grove / 4420 Berry Farm Rd. Norman, OK 73072 - 05/24/08 04:50 PM
Exquisite Home in Ashton Grove
4420 Berry Farm Road
Norman, OK 73072
Doug and April Miller are pleased to list this Exquisite Home in Ashton Grove. Elegance throughout includes limestone and cherry wood flooring, beamed cathedral ceilings, brick columns, granite, walk in pantry, iron gated wine closet, spacious foyer, large master … (0 comments)
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oklahoma: One of the best places to live---Tulsa, OK! - 05/24/08 08:47 AM
Relocate America, which offers relocation resources for those on the move, recently selected Tulsa as number 5 on the list of best places to live! Some of the factors used to make the selection were economic growth, education, employment prospects, air and water quality, crime rate and housing options.
Tulsa is the second largest city … (0 comments)
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oklahoma: Beautiful Earth-Bermed Home Situated on 2 Acres For Sale Broken Bow, Oklahoma 74728 $148,000 - 05/22/08 05:44 PM
Call Judi Barrett at 580-212-5946 to view this beautiful earth-bermed home.
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oklahoma: INVESTMENT LAND! - 05/21/08 11:20 AM
"INVESTMENT"
GREAT DEVELOPMENT LAND
909 Brandywine Lane, Norman OK 73071 UNITED STATES
ZONED RM-6
3.43 ACRES
$299,000.
MLS # V222355
Great development land. Close to Oklahoma University.
Contact
Doug and April Miller, Dillard Group Real Estate, Doug 405-229-9478, April 405-812-2336, dougandaprilmiller.com
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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: THE BATTLE IS WON IN PRAYER! - 05/19/08 08:36 PM
"From April Miller's Heart to Yours"
THE BATTLE IS WON IN PRAYER!
It is written in Acts 16:31...believe on the Lord Jesus Christ, and thou shalt be saved, and thy house.
It is written in Mark 9:24...I do believe; help me overcome my unbelief.
(NIV Study) says since human faith … (4 comments)
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oklahoma: GLADNESS OF HEART - 05/19/08 08:19 PM
"From April Miller's Heart to Yours"
(Gladness of Heart)
Ecclesiastes 5:20
He seldom reflects on the days of his life, because God keeps
him occupied with gladness of heart.
View more "Heart to Heart" at dougandaprilmiller.com
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oklahoma: Israel Resolution - 05/19/08 08:08 PM
STATE OF OKLAHOMA
1st Session of the 51st Legislature (2007)
HOUSE CONCURRENT
RESOLUTION 1028
By: Wesselhoft of the House and Adelson of the Senate
AS INTRODUCED
A Concurrent Resolution supporting the Nation of
Israel and congratulating Israel on the fifty-ninth
anniversary of its founding; and directing
distribution.
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oklahoma: BUILDING OTHERS UP - 05/19/08 07:47 PM
"From April Miller's Heart to Yours"
(Building Others Up)
I bless and encourage you with Ephesians 4:29 Do not let any unwholesome talk come out of your mouths, but only what
is helpful for building others up according to their needs, that it may benefit those who listen.
Philippians … (1 comments)
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oklahoma: HOUSE JOURNAL / GREAT THINGS ARE HAPPENING IN OKLAHOMA! - 05/19/08 09:15 AM
HOUSE JOURNAL
Second Regular Session of the Fiftieth Legislature
of the State of Oklahoma
Thirty-seventh Legislative Day, Monday, April 10, 2006
Prayer
Upon unanimous consent request of Representative Miller (Doug), the prayer of Reverend Merck was ordered printed in full as follows:
"Almighty Father God, … (0 comments)
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oklahoma: Forbes Magazine Named Oklahoma City #1 Recession-Proof City in the US! - 05/18/08 10:17 AM
Forbes Magazine Named Oklahoma City #1 Recession-Proof City in the United States!
Oklahoma Real Estate
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. We have one of the strongest housing markets in the country, falling unemployment, and solid growth in energy, manufacturing and agriculture. We look best positioned among the nation's largest metropolitan areas to ride out the … (0 comments)
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oklahoma: Painted Stem Wall is TURNING to POWDER? - 05/17/08 07:10 PM
People are painting the stem walls to match their homes. I was showing a brick & frame home built on a slab foundation in the 70's today. This brick home's stem wall has been painted green it looks nice with the color on the brick and trim till you get up close then see the paint looks as … (15 comments)
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oklahoma: Am I On A Winning Streak? - 05/15/08 08:06 PM
I am not a gambler. I am the type person who would rather bring something home when I spend money.
But today I bought a lottery ticket. I have bought them before but never remembered to check them.
Yesterday I won a $50.00 gas card at the Crawford County Board … (8 comments)
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oklahoma: Looking for Multi-Family Property - 05/07/08 09:50 PM
KC Improved HomeBuyers LLC is currently looking for a 20-100 unit Multi-Family property to purchase. Ideally we are interested in C class properties in larger metro areas in the Midwest. Brokers bring your problem properties with value-added opportunity. Prefer not to see run-down 100% vacant properties. We are looking for under-performing … (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: Oklahoma is doing OK! - 05/02/08 04:40 PM
TheGood(andGreat)NewsThe Oklahoma Economy
Oklahoma City Has Been Named the
#1 Recession-Proof City
Among the 50 Largest Metro Areas in the U.S.
"With falling unemployment, one of the
country's strongest housing markets, and
solid growth in agriculture, energy and
manufacturing, OKC is best positioned
among the nation's largest metropolitan
areas to ride out the current … (0 comments)
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oklahoma: My Favorit Ponca City Events #3: Dragging Grand Weekend - 05/02/08 12:25 PM
Since a young age, as most boys, I have had an infatuation with cars. I don't know what it is, but when a man sees a beautiful car, his eyes light up like a boy at a toy store. Anyway, Ponca City is currently in its 10th year of holding the DRAGGIN' … (0 comments)
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oklahoma: Steve Hermann's April Real Estate Market Report for Ponca City, Oklahoma - 05/02/08 11:38 AM
Hello Everyone! Welcome to my April 2008 Ponca City Real Estate Market Report.
The information below is collected from the North Central Board of REALTORS MLS>
Market data for April made a BIG CHANGE for Ponca City. The number of Active lisitings rose from 60 in March to 94 in April. The average … (0 comments)
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oklahoma: Steve Hermann's March Real Estate Market Report - 05/02/08 11:05 AM
Hello everybody! This is Steve Hermann's March Market Report for the Ponca City Area, including the Ponca City limits and east of Ponca City, as well as Osage County with Ponca City Addresses. The statistics are collected from the North Central Board of REALTORS MLS.
Properties must have been moving in February … (0 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 IDEA? Maybe!! - 04/24/08 09:05 PM
At my office meeting this week a woman from a warrenty company gave us a speech for free food. Got to love it. Well she gave us door hangers that we could put out on FSBOS stating "I as a Realtor would pay for the home warrenty if the seller would … (5 comments)
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oklahoma: Color vs. Black and White - 04/22/08 10:24 PM
I refuse to print from my computer and use my ink!!!!
Now that being said, I was previously with a company that did not give the color option when printing. It made me sad, because so many presentations would have looked better with color!!!
Now to the present, I have a color option … (5 comments)
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oklahoma: Part 5 of 5 Ranch Photos from Mike in Tucson - 04/19/08 09:57 PM
You're looking at history. The creekbed is solid limestone, a layer geologists call the Goodland layer. It runs through the GlenMar Ranch in Caddo, OK.
My Darlin' and I spent a day together, walking the creek, looking carefully at the limestone beneath our feet. It had just rained the night before, and … (19 comments)
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oklahoma: Part 4 of 5 Ranch Photos from Mike in Tucson - 04/19/08 09:32 PM
No one has written a history of the rock post. They anchor barbed wire fences on most of the ranches in southeastern Oklahoma. This post on your left is a typical rock post along Route 22 between Caddo & Kenefic.
The Colonel isn't a typical rancher. He's made his rock posts into works of … (5 comments)
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oklahoma: Part 3 of 5 Ranch Photos from Mike in Tucson - 04/19/08 09:15 PM
Pastures in Southeastern Oklahoma are full of rocks. Ancient rocks, actually. There's one layer of rock called Kiamichi. Pieces of the layer are laying in the pasture there on your left.
Look closely, and you'll see fossilized oyster shells from way back when. The entire place used to be at the … (9 comments)
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oklahoma: Part 2 of 5 Ranch Photos from Mike in Tucson - 04/19/08 08:48 PM
Southeastern Oklahoma is blooming with color by the beginning of the third week of the month. That's when my Darlin' and I visit GlenMar Ranch in the little town of Caddo, OK.
My friend the Colonel (pronounce that KerNel if you're not a military type) spends many hours during this period … (9 comments)
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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: Would YOU do this???? - 04/17/08 10:16 PM
This week at the company meeting a fellow Realtor told this story. She had a listing that was due to expire within a week. Her seller notified her that they had 3 appointments in one day and had 4 more scheduled this week. The fellow Realtor thought this was wonderful maybe … (5 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: Crazy Laws in Oklahoma - 04/14/08 03:45 PM
Whether you are relocating to Oklahoma, or are a born and bred "Okie", here are a few laws that you may not be aware of that are still on the books in Oklahoma!
10. Dogs must have a permit signed by the mayor in order to congregate in groups of three or … (1 comments)
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oklahoma: New Listing in Claremore - 04/14/08 03:33 PM
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oklahoma: New Listing in Bixby - 04/14/08 03:14 PM
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oklahoma: Newby to Active Rain - 04/14/08 02:58 PM
I'm a newby to Active Rain. I'm in class right now. I'm doing pretty good. This is pretty cool. I've never blogged before.
I need some comments. Let's see how many I get.
Thanks,
Toni
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oklahoma: Home Insurance - 04/14/08 02:56 PM
When considering the pros and cons of the type of roof you might prefer in Oklahoma, it is wise to consider that a wood roof shingle, on the average, will have a useful life of approximately 15 to 25 years, depending on the shingle used. Options include a Number one shingle, … (2 comments)
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oklahoma: Getting Widgetized - 04/13/08 10:11 PM
RISMEDIA, April 1, 2008-Old Republic Home Protection (ORHP), a provider in the Home Warranty industry, has announced an exclusive Home Warranty partnership with TheListingWidget.com. According to the company, TheListingWidget.com is an innovative marketing tool for real estate professionals, designed to assist them in getting more listings through the use of address-specific … (1 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: Broken Arrow ~ Oklahoma ~ Wagoner County~ Open House Sunday April 6th from 2-4pm - 04/06/08 09:14 AM
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oklahoma: Broken Arrow, Oklahoma, Wagoner County ~ 74014 ~ Open House Sunday April 6th 2-4pm! - 04/06/08 09:08 AM
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oklahoma: 23958 E. King Ct ~ Broken Arrow, Oklahoma ~ 74014 - 04/06/08 09:05 AM
OPEN HOUSE SUNDAY APRIL 6TH FROM 2-4PM!
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oklahoma: Tulsa, Oklahoma ~ Tulsa County ~ New Listing!! - 04/06/08 08:37 AM
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oklahoma: 23438 E. King Ct ~ Broken Arrow, Oklahoma ~ 74014 - 04/06/08 08:18 AM
OPEN HOUSE SUNDAY APRIL 6TH FROM 2-4pm!
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oklahoma: Broken Arrow, Oklahoma, Tulsa County ~ Open House Sunday April 6th 2-4pm - 04/06/08 08:01 AM
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oklahoma: 1720 E. Reno Street ~ Broken Arrow, Oklahoma ~ 74012 - 04/06/08 07:59 AM
OPEN HOUSE SUNDAY APRIL 6TH 2PM-4PM!
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