My Really Big Real Estate Deal Well, I didn’t have to think for a second about what I would write about when I read about this challenge. I had an Internet inquiry and appointment to show a $50,000 house on a Saturday morning. It was in a part of town I really didn’t want to meet a stranger ... Continue Reading » about My Really Big Real Estate Deal
Brownies Hamburgers Midtown Tulsa
Brownie’s Hamburgers Midtown Tulsa If you are looking for a good burger joint in midtown Tulsa, you need look no further than Brownies Hamburgers at 21st and Harvard. Known for their “house made root beer” and homemade pies, it’s a nostalgic burger stand that will take you back to the 50s – ... Continue Reading » about Brownies Hamburgers Midtown Tulsa
Glow on the Green . . . Downtown Tulsa Progressive Lighting Tour December 1
Glow on the Green . . . Downtown Progressive Lighting Tour Guthrie Green, the Deco District and Winterfest will all participate in a tour of lighting ceremonies on Dec. 1, 2013. "A Progressive Lighting: GLOW Downtown" will present a day full of holiday activities throughout Downtown Tulsa ... Continue Reading » about Glow on the Green . . . Downtown Tulsa Progressive Lighting Tour December 1
The pros and cons of a garage conversion
The pros and cons of a garage conversion Home-owners need to consider the pros and cons of a garage conversion to additional living space. Yes, it adds extra square footage to your living space, but leaves your car out in the cold. Oklahoma is known for our hail storms in addition to tornadoes, ... Continue Reading » about The pros and cons of a garage conversion
What IS behind that closet door?
What IS behind that closet door? When you’re preparing to sell your home, have a friend or two come through your home as if they are prospective buyers. Ask them to open closets, cabinet doors – truly look through your home as if they were considering purchasing it. You might be surprised to ... Continue Reading » about What IS behind that closet door?
Appraisals – it’s not just about comparables any more
Appraisals – it’s not just about comparables any more New one for me today. Transaction going along swimmingly until notification today that our appraisal was pulled and reviewed during the appraisal review process. Our $110,000 property is assumed to be worth only $90,000. And we’re scheduled to ... Continue Reading » about Appraisals – it’s not just about comparables any more
WHY I recommend my Preferred Lender
WHY I recommend my Preferred Lender I recommend my Preferred Lender to my clients because I want to work with someone who shares my work ethics and commitment to a successful transaction. In order to be on my list of Preferred Lenders, my stipulations are (1) you work the hours I work, (2) I get ... Continue Reading » about WHY I recommend my Preferred Lender
Year-End Market Report for Sunset Terrace, Travis Park, South Maple Ridge
Year-End Market Report for Sunset Terrace, Travis Park, South Maple Ridge This year-end market report dated November 21, 2013 covers the area of midtown Tulsa mapped from Riverside to Peoria, from 21st Street to 31st Street (map below). Subdivisions within this mapped area include Travis Park, ... Continue Reading » about Year-End Market Report for Sunset Terrace, Travis Park, South Maple Ridge
Thanksgiving – a few of my favorite things
Thanksgiving – a few of my favorite things - and only a week away! I’m so ready for Thanksgiving – it’s my favorite holiday. Usually in Oklahoma, we will get lucky with a beautifully crisp fall day on Thanksgiving. Definitely football weather. Jump in the leaves weather. Eat a turkey ... Continue Reading » about Thanksgiving – a few of my favorite things