broken arrow real estate: Add Moving to Tulsa OK to Your New Year Resolutions - 01/01/14 11:59 PM
 

New Year Resolutions can be more than diet and exercise, you can also add real estate to your list.  Moving to a community in or near Tulsa can be a great move in 2014. The local real estate economy is doing better each month.  Below is a list of communities and a little information about each one to help you make a sound decision when it comes to choosing the right Oklahoma community for your family.
Oklahoma Communities
Tulsa OK Real Estate - The City of Tulsa is located in the County of Tulsa in thenortheastern section of Oklahoma.  … (0 comments)

broken arrow real estate: A Look into the Community of Broken Arrow, Oklahoma - 02/22/12 04:50 AM
It was not that long ago when you would find land, farms and ranches all over Broken Arrow, but today you’ll find a thriving city that is one of Oklahoma’s fastest growing communities. Money Magazine even named it as one of real estate’s “Best Places to Live” in the United States.’ This beautiful city has been ranked as one of the safest cities in Oklahoma. Now it’s ranked number 16 in our Nation as the safest place to live and raise a family. Broken Arrow, OK is such a wonderful community because of the quality of life you can find here. … (0 comments)

broken arrow real estate: Tax Deductions for Homeowners - 02/01/12 09:04 AM
Now that you’ve taken the big step toward the American dream of becoming a homeowner, you need to know what tax deductions for homeowners are out there. The good news is there are plenty of home related expenses you can deduct, whether you live in a single-family, town house, condo or mobile home. The bad news is, if you want to take complete advantage of your homes deductions, it can get more completed and you may need the help of a professional.
However, many homeowners believe the effort that goes into itemizing is worth the time. So, if you believe that … (0 comments)

broken arrow real estate: The Best Realtors Keep It All Together - 01/25/12 10:37 AM

 
For a real estate professional, the journey of life is about the period between contract and closing, which leads them to a destination known as escrow. In this day and time escrow is a minefield of crazy mortgages, below market home values, and buyer/seller’s remorse and renegotiation. So, in times like these it’s the best Realtors® who can keep it all together for homebuyers.
Last June the National Association of Realtors® did poll that shows one is six agents said they have had a deal fall apart in escrow. And, a report on AOL Real Estate showed that 32% … (0 comments)

broken arrow real estate: Another Reason to Keep Tulsa, OK on Your Mind - 01/18/12 02:12 PM
If you’re looking for a city with easy navigation, Tulsa, OK should be on your mind. Between Tulsa’s Downtown Coordinating Council and the Vision 2025 initiative, there are new city goals to convert all the one-way streets into two-way streets. As it is now, Main Street from Sixth Street to 10th Street allows only one direction, which is north to south. The Vision package allocated $457,000 for the street project on Main from Sixth Street to Seventh Street to include that conversion. And, the Downtown Council set aside $115.000 to create the conversion between Seventh Street and Tenth Street.
This improvement … (0 comments)

broken arrow real estate: Finding the Perfect Neighborhood for You in Tulsa, OK - 01/04/12 09:32 AM

Searching for the best place to call home in Tulsa can be made easier with the right real estate professional. After you’ve been pre-qualified for a loan, you can begin searching the Tulsa area at full speed. The area in which you live will dictate your whole way of life, like walking to a nearby park with your children, knowing the other children your kids will attend school with and being close to restaurants and shopping for convenience. These are all pluses to knowing you will appreciate your new home and neighborhood at a healthy rate.
One way to help … (0 comments)

broken arrow real estate: Tulsa’s Central Library Made a Trendsetter by Its Architecture - 12/21/11 05:26 AM
Tulsa’s Central Library set trends for library’s across the nation with its innovative architecture design. And now it’s up for another renovation. The library opened in downtown Tulsa as a symbol of education and literacy with a vision that would pave the way for how we use public libraries today. Charles Ward, the man who designed the Central Library in 1965 was not happy with the functionality of libraries back then. You’d have to go through a card catalog to find your book and then the librarian would have to retrieve it from a stack of books that ran from floor … (0 comments)

broken arrow real estate: Countdown to a Perfect Holiday - 11/09/11 09:50 AM
Halloween is over and it’s on to the next great holiday.  Thanksgiving is for family and friends, entertaining, or you just may spend that time in quiet gratitude.  But, no matter how you will spend your holiday, if you are prepared, you’ll enjoy your holiday so much more.  Therefore, we have found some tips to get you started while there is still plenty of time.  You’ll enjoy a lovely Thanksgiving and have a head start on Christmas, too.   Getting organized for your holiday rush:   Holiday events: If you and your family enjoy holiday productions, then order tickets early to … (0 comments)

broken arrow real estate: Cleanup Tulsa Days - 10/26/11 12:49 PM
It’s time to clean up Tulsa with free landfill days on October 22nd and October 23rd. All Tulsa homeowners can bring their junk piles and dump them for free at the landfill. There are two landfills in Tulsa in the same proximity with the primary location at 13740 East 46th Street North, which is open from 7 a.m. until 3 p.m. each day. All Tulsa residents and those who pay utilities will be able to dump for free. You must show a valid driver’s license or a City of Tulsa utility bill for free entrance to the landfill on those assigned … (0 comments)

broken arrow real estate: Create Successful First Impressions Through Curb Appeal - 04/06/11 05:24 AM

Now that the winter's snow has melted away in most of the country, let’s consider some calculated curb appeal to get people slamming on the brakes to see your beautiful home.  Curb appeal is something prospective buyers stop for a better look at when a house is for sale.  The National Association of REALTORS® say, “49% of buyers decisions are based on curb appeal”.  With so many homes for sale, the major importance is to understand the “new normal”. 
Curb appeal is outdoor staging and more important than ever before.  If a palace was for sale, no one would … (1 comments)

broken arrow real estate: Angel Tree Taken on the Road By a Tulsa Radio Station - 12/15/10 04:25 AM
 

The Angel Tree is a product of the Salvation Army.  They have teamed up with local radio and television stations to make Christmas a little brighter for some Tulsa, Oklahoma children. 
The radio station K95.5 brought a mobile tree to television station News on 6.  The mobile tree provided by K95.5 is making the rounds to get to as many sponsors as possible for this year's angels. 
We're trying to help as much as possible by coming to you a little bit via the drive up Angel Tree service.  There is a really big need this year and we aim to … (1 comments)

broken arrow real estate: Low-Cost Upgrades Cut Energy Bills - 11/17/10 03:16 AM
Thanks to energy-efficient home improvements made possible through Habitat for Humanity, homeowners could be looking forward to cheap utility bills this winter that could cost as little as $40 a month for natural gas. 
The non-profit group recently completed a rehab on a foreclosed home that was part of a Neighborhood Stabilization Program.  The home is located in Michigan and is the first LEED-certified home built by Habitat for Humanity.  LEED stands for Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design.  Certifications by LEED standards measure how well a house performs in eight areas, including water efficiency, materials selection, indoor environmental quality and … (0 comments)

broken arrow real estate: What to Do Within the First 24 Hours After a Flood - 09/01/10 07:11 AM
The rainy season is upon us in Tulsa, Oklahoma.  Therefore, we have some tips and advice for what to do within the first 24 hours after a flood.  Your home is your safe haven from weather.  Whether your flood is caused by ground water, falling water, or busted pipes within your home, there are some practices you should do within the first 24 hours of water damage. 
Take pictures of your property before you remove any water or make any repairs.  You should fully document the damage for your insurer by photos or even video.  A digital version of either one … (2 comments)

broken arrow real estate: Downtown Tulsa a Magnet for Development and Living - 07/21/10 09:15 AM
Downtown Tulsa has once again become a magnet for development and living. Now that urban lifestyle has become more accessible, many newcomers are finding their way to downtown Tulsa.
All through downtown Tulsa, a chain reaction has been ignited.  You can see various stages of construction along 18th and Boston, Cherry Street and Brookside. 
The loft industry has finally made its way to Tulsa.  This is a booming market in Dallas, Kansas City and other cities like them.  You can now find two- and three-story loft-style condos and townhomes all around downtown Tulsa. 
Developers are claiming land around Tulsa as fast … (1 comments)

broken arrow real estate: Tulsa Oklahoma’s Utica Square Free Summer Concert Series - 06/02/10 05:37 AM
As we step into summer in Tulsa Oklahoma, you will begin to hear the many outdoor clock chimes and songs of the season around Utica Square.  When you hear those lovely sounds, you will know that you are definitely in the right place for fashion and fun.  
The charming mixture of premier national retailers and restaurants, such as Coach, Saks Fifth Avenue, and PF Chang's, along with exclusive local merchants like Lhloff Salon & Day Spa and the Snow Goose, have been attracting shoppers from Tulsa and the surrounding areas for over half a century. 
Utica Square is set in a … (2 comments)

broken arrow real estate: Spring Cleaning Turns Into Spring Remodeling - 05/19/10 01:42 PM
This year, spring cleaning is turning into spring remodeling for many homeowners as home improvement projects begin to make a comeback.  Frugal consumers pulled the plug on remodeling and renovation work during the downturn.
As the economy shows signs of stabilizing, retailers and contractors continue to offer great deals to homeowners who want to spruce up their home's appearance and value by repairing, repainting, installing new flooring or upgrading bathrooms and kitchens  Many homeowners are feeling more confident about the economy and plan to spend a few thousand dollars on remodeling and renovation work.  
Simple things like new light fixtures, new … (2 comments)

broken arrow real estate: Midtown Tulsa, Oklahoma - 05/05/10 01:15 PM
Midtown is a largely residential neighborhood in Tulsa, Oklahoma.  The community is mostly made up of homes built in the early 1900s, which range from a wide variety of ranch-style homes, Craftsman bungalow and Greek Revival.  The neighborhood is even home to a saltbox home, which was relocated from New England. 
Tulsa's Midtown neighborhood is also home to several great schools.  There are five elementary schools, one junior high school and one high school.  For those who seek an alternative to public schools, you can find several private schools in the area. 
Midtown residents love to shop and they have almost … (0 comments)

broken arrow real estate: 2010 Looking Like a Great Time for Buyers and Sellers - 04/07/10 02:20 PM
As the real estate brokerage industry is still in the process of coming out of the major storm that wreaked havoc on most firms, some are hanging in there, some have failed and yet others have decided to reinvent themselves for the future.  Many think 2010 is looking like a great time for both buyers and sellers.
Some brokerage firms see the next 24 to 36 months as a time of unique opportunity to reinvent themselves and consolidate market shares.  Some others are seeing a tough road ahead because of financial limitations. 
Here's a new outlook for 2010:
Buyers: In the … (0 comments)

broken arrow real estate: St. Patrick’s Day 5K in Tulsa, Oklahoma - 03/03/10 07:26 AM
Put on your running shoes and get ready to celebrate St. Patrick's Day in Tulsa, Oklahoma with a 5K run at Runners World.  The race will begin promptly at 8:30 am on Saturday, March 13th in Veterans Park.
Everyone will begin the 5K run in Veterans Park and run to Runners World.  Those who are up for it can also run in the St. Patrick's Day race, then back over to Veterans Park.  If you do the St. Patrick's Day Race, too, that is six miles for the run to Runners World and another three miles for the St. Patrick's Day … (1 comments)

 
Tom and Bev Herring, Tulsa Oklahoma Real Estate (Coldwell Banker - Rader Group)

Tom and Bev Herring

Tulsa Oklahoma Real Estate

Tulsa, OK

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Coldwell Banker - Rader Group

Address: 8990 S. Sheridan, Tulsa, OK, 74133

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Real estate professionals Tom & Bev Herring specialize in the Oklahoma communities of Tulsa, Broken Arrow, Jenks, Bixby and surrounding areas. Call on Tom and Bev for all your buying and selling needs.




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