Most buyers and sellers know that a home inspection is an essential part of the purchase process. However, there are many types of home inspections. Here in Tulsa, I've been a part of hundreds of home inspections and while most houses have been just fine, I've seen a lot of problems, too! Here are ... Continue Reading » about Types of Home Inspections For Buyers and Sellers
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Wellness Architecture: Home Design With Health in Mind
So much of our lifestyle changed over the last few years. COVID brought many workers home. And even as restrictions eased, many companies decided to allow employees to continue working from home. As interest rates and home prices rise, we see a growing trend of homeowners staying in their homes for ... Continue Reading » about Wellness Architecture: Home Design With Health in Mind
Home Equity: To Use or Not to Use?
The difference between what you owe on your Tulsa home and your home's value is called "home equity". If you bought your home a few years ago, you may be looking at a hefty equity right now. As interest rates and home prices go up, some homeowners choose to stay in their homes longer. If you would ... Continue Reading » about Home Equity: To Use or Not to Use?
Home Equity Explained
Homeownership offers many advantages over renting. You get to make the decisions on what changes to make to your home. With a fixed-rate mortgage, your mortgage payment never changes. Many homeowners receive a tax deduction for the interest paid on their mortgages. And then there's home equity. What ... Continue Reading » about Home Equity Explained
Home Remodel Ideas: Less Money, More Impact
As we enter the end of the year, the buyer pool becomes more shallow. Fewer buyers go out looking for a home during the holidays. However, the buyers who are looking at this time of year really mean business. That's good news for sellers. While the Tulsa real estate market still favors the seller, ... Continue Reading » about Home Remodel Ideas: Less Money, More Impact
Urban Garden: How Do I Start One of My Own?
With the cost of groceries skyrocketing, the popularity of gardening has grown lately. Plus, many people like the idea of farm-to-table cooking from your very own vegetable garden. But if you live in the city, how do you begin? Follow my simple guide to create your own urban garden oasis right here ... Continue Reading » about Urban Garden: How Do I Start One of My Own?
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?
Home Improvement Projects That Hurt Your Home’s Value
In the past, I have talked about the importance of curb appeal when selling your Tulsa home. I also discussed how updating your kitchen and bathroom and adding a home office space appeals to today's homebuyers. I even named possible tax-deductible home projects. While it is great to focus on the ... Continue Reading » about Home Improvement Projects That Hurt Your Home’s Value
Some Home Improvements May Be Tax-Deductible
It is still a great time to sell in the Tulsa real estate market. But even in a seller's market, you need to get your home in top shape to receive top dollar for it. That may mean making some home improvements first. If the thought of shelling out money for these improvements leaves you a bit cold, ... Continue Reading » about Some Home Improvements May Be Tax-Deductible
