We are currently in a seller's market here in Tulsa. That means that as soon as your property hits the market, a bidding war breaks out. And buyers pay whatever a seller wants regardless of the condition of the property, right? Nope. We hear all kinds of stories like this in the news right now. But ... Continue Reading » about Home Selling Myths in a Seller’s Market
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Can a Seller’s Market Hurt a Home Seller?
Short time on the market. Multiple offers. Record sale prices. We live in a seller's market right now in Tulsa. With a double-digit increase in sale prices over the last year, Tulsa homeowners saw their equity shoot up and, understandably, want to cash in on it. But can a seller's market actually ... Continue Reading » about Can a Seller’s Market Hurt a Home Seller?
“We Buy Houses for Cash”: Weighing the Pros and Cons
Real estate markets across the country are going crazy. That includes our local Tulsa market. The increased costs for building materials helped pushed prices up, up, UP! Inventory cannot keep up with buyer demand. Even so, some people find themselves in a situation where they need to sell their ... Continue Reading » about “We Buy Houses for Cash”: Weighing the Pros and Cons
How Construction Materials Impact the Tulsa Housing Market
We are all well aware of the rise in home prices here in the Tulsa real estate market. Even during the pandemic, construction continued to thrive. But now, we see the cost of construction materials skyrocketing as well. What pushes material costs up and how does it affect the Tulsa housing ... Continue Reading » about How Construction Materials Impact the Tulsa Housing Market
Budget-Friendly Faux Materials for Your Tulsa Home
Real hardwood floors. Marble imported from Italy. A custom mural by a local artist. These changes sound dreamy, don't they? But if your budget tends to lean more towards "beer" and less towards "champagne", upgrading your Tulsa home may mean leaning towards faux materials. Good news, though. Today's ... Continue Reading » about Budget-Friendly Faux Materials for Your Tulsa Home
Money-Saving Tips for Your Bathroom Remodel
Over the past year, most of us spent much more time at home than usual. That gave us a chance to see how well our homes function...or not. Are you thinking about a bathroom remodel? Consider these money-saving tips to help you achieve your goal without breaking the bank. Bathroom Remodel ... Continue Reading » about Money-Saving Tips for Your Bathroom Remodel
Tax Deductions a Tulsa Home Seller Does Not Want to Miss
The 2020 Tulsa real estate market taught us that no home is "unsellable". Even in the midst of a global pandemic, last year turned out to be a great time to sell. So, if you happened to have sold your Tulsa home in 2020, you may be eligible for some great tax deductions when you file this year. ... Continue Reading » about Tax Deductions a Tulsa Home Seller Does Not Want to Miss
Current Tulsa Home Trends That May Be Here to Stay for a While
We are now entering our ninth month of a global pandemic. Parts of Europe went back under lockdown. Some parts of the United States continue working on completely reopening. A by-product of us spending more time in our homes over these past few months is that we find that our focus has shifted about ... Continue Reading » about Current Tulsa Home Trends That May Be Here to Stay for a While
“Unique Home” Doesn’t Always Equal “Unsellable”
Sometimes, in real estate, it helps to get creative with your descriptions. "Cozy" may mean "small". "Vintage" could mean "old". "Needs a little TLC" means "does your child really need to go to college?". But, sometimes, a "unique home" doesn't necessarily mean an "unsellable" one. You may have ... Continue Reading » about “Unique Home” Doesn’t Always Equal “Unsellable”