Finally, you've found the perfect home but you've heard horror stories about multiple offers, incompetent real estate agents, and burst balloons of hope. Even in a strong seller's market, a home buyer can write a great offer as a home buyer by following these steps and strategies. Hire ... Continue Reading » about Write a Great Offer For a Home
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How the Market May Favor the Buyer
Over the past couple of years, the Tulsa real estate market has been a madhouse for buyers. Today, it is still considered a seller's market. But signs indicate that it may be starting to favor the home buyer again. How? In some subtle (and some not-so-subtle) ways, according to a Realtor.com ... Continue Reading » about How the Market May Favor the Buyer
Can You Trust Online Home Value Estimates?
Anyone who looked for a Tulsa home for sale recently online probably noticed something interesting. No matter which site you looked at (Zillow, Redfin, Realtor.com, etc.), in addition to the "for sale" price, you may have seen an "estimated value". If the estimate comes in higher than the list ... Continue Reading » about Can You Trust Online Home Value Estimates?
Multiple Offer Tips for Tulsa Home Buyers
Even with interest rates on the rise, buyers still need homes. While the rising rates may mean lowering buyers' budgets, the Tulsa real estate market continues to strongly favor the seller. Consequently, if you want to buy a home in the Tulsa area this year, you may find yourself in a multiple-offer ... Continue Reading » about Multiple Offer Tips for Tulsa Home Buyers
“Under Contract” is Not the Same as “Sold”
Are you thinking about buying a Tulsa home right now? House-hunting changed after COVID-19 hit last year. Even through the pandemic, the Tulsa real estate market continues to strongly favor sellers. With lumber prices soaring, new construction is starting to slag off a bit. That leaves buyers to ... Continue Reading » about “Under Contract” is Not the Same as “Sold”
Common Home Buying Myths
Super low interest rates (among other things) make the thought of buying a Tulsa home very attractive, even in a seller's market. But some home buyers may still hesitate to take that leap. What is holding them back? They probably believe some of these common home buying myths. Let me set the record ... Continue Reading » about Common Home Buying Myths
Mistakes to Avoid in Your Home Offer
You searched high and low for a Tulsa home. Finally, you found one. But when you submitted your offer, the seller said "no thanks". Oh, the heartbreak! Avoid the agony of defeat by sidestepping common mistakes to craft a great home offer. How to Create a Great Home Offer Common Mistakes Buyers ... Continue Reading » about Mistakes to Avoid in Your Home Offer
