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Zillow Says Skipping the MLS Costs Sellers Thousands—Here’s Why

February 21, 2025

If you knew that selling your home off-market could cost you thousands of dollars, would you still do it? Many homeowners across the country who…

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Can Trump’s Executive Order Help Lower Housing Costs in Oklahoma?

January 22, 2025

On January 20, 2025, President Donald Trump signed an executive order aiming to tackle the nation’s ongoing cost-of-living crisis, with housing affordability as a key…

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Do you really need a real estate agent? A woman with glasses and a wide smile raises her fists in excitement while sitting in front of a laptop in a plant-filled room.

Going Solo vs. Hiring a Real Estate Agent: What You Should Know

August 27, 2024

Do You Really Need a Real Estate Agent When Buying or Selling a Home? The quick answer: No, you don’t have to use a real…

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How will the 2024 election affect real estate? Two presidential candidates hold a debate in front of a home.

How Will the 2024 Election Affect Real Estate?

August 14, 2024

How will the 2024 election affect real estate? As we approach the 2024 presidential election, many homebuyers and sellers are wondering how the election might…

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Three people are seated at a table working on documents and charts, specifically analyzing the Oklahoma City housing market, with a tablet placed on the table. They appear focused and engaged in their tasks.

Oklahoma City Housing Market Report for July 2024

August 5, 2024

A headline caught my eye this week. It read:  “The Housing Market Isn’t Making Sense. What’s Going On.”  It got me thinking about how much…

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A small, weathered brick house with a deteriorating roof sits in a dry, overgrown yard under a partly cloudy sky, the classic challenge when selling a home in poor condition.

Selling a Home in Poor Condition

May 28, 2024

Selling a home in poor condition can be challenging, but it’s not impossible. Homes in disrepair require a strategic approach. The key to a successful…

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Man in a blue shirt reviewing colorful graphs on home price growth on a tablet screen.

Is the 2020s Market an Outlier? Comparing Historical Home Price Growth Trends to Today’s Boom

May 13, 2024

The 2020s real estate market has shattered records, with national home prices experiencing unprecedented home price growth in just a few short years, eclipsing gains…

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Luxurious estate with cascading waterfalls and landscaped pond in the foreground. Tips for selling your luxury home in any market conditions.

10 Proven Strategies for Selling Your Luxury Home In Any Market Conditions

March 27, 2024

Selling a luxury home demands a unique approach compared to typical real estate transactions. The luxury real estate market is nuanced, with a clientele that…

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Lessons From the Ides of March for Home Buyers and Sellers: Dodging Real Estate Betrayals!

March 15, 2024

You know how the Ides of March was a real game-changer for Julius Caesar? Well, it can teach you a thing or two about the…

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A forlorn home seller looking out his window. Common mistakes made by first time home sellers.

5 Common Mistakes Made by First Time Home Sellers: Avoid These Slip-ups!

March 6, 2024

Selling a home for the first time can be an exciting yet challenging endeavor. First-time home sellers can get overwhelmed by the process, often overlooking…

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A Realtor in front of a house shows cash to depict using concessions to sell a home fast.

Using Concessions to Sell a Home Fast

February 24, 2024

Selling a home can be a challenging and time-consuming process, especially when the market is saturated with properties vying for buyers’ attention. One effective strategy…

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A woman in her kitchen demonstrating how to handle inspection contingencies. This is the credit the buyer versus the fix-it method.

How to Handle Inspection Contingencies: A Casual Guide for Stress-Free Transactions

February 20, 2024

When it comes to purchasing a home, a crucial aspect of the process involves understanding and handling inspection contingencies. Inspection contingencies are stipulations within real…

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