Buyer Tips

Is Investment Property for You?

March 22, 2012

If you have been thinking of getting into the rental business, now might be the right time. There are currently 93 properties in the Northwest area of Oklahoma City listed for under $50,000. There are 360 more listed between $50,000 and $100,000. Most of these houses are small, single family homes, but they include condos, [...]

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Investing in Your Future

November 7, 2011

“You got the money, honey, I’ve got the time…”  It’s a great day to buy a house.   And if you have some extra cash it’s a great time to buy an investment property. The economy is slow.  The mortgage companies have tightened the lending rules, increased the credit scores needed to borrow money and follow [...]

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Mr./Ms. Buyer, do you know what to expect?

October 24, 2011

What do girl scouts and Disney villains have in common?  Well, one Disney villain, anyway?  They understand the importance of BEING PREPARED. It’s just as important when you’re buying a house as when camping in the wilderness or planning a coup.  Er, I would imagine, that is.  So, in the interest of helping you be [...]

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Thinking About Buying a Foreclosure?

July 7, 2011

Thinking About Buying a Foreclosure? With the housing bubble burst and the subprime mortgage crisis, millions of homeowners found themselves unable to make their mortgage payments. Many found themselves owing more on the house than the home was worth. Many just walked away from their homes. As a result of these complicated issues, millions of [...]

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10 Tips for Saving Money in the Garden

April 25, 2011

Curb appeal is the allure or attraction to a home from the exterior. Many factors contribute to a winning curb appeal, such as fresh paint, manicured shrubs and trees, and the lack of clutter. However, one of the most effective ways to enhance your home’s curb appeal and increase the resale value is through landscaping. [...]

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Lease With Option to Purchase?

April 22, 2011

I had two phone calls this week from buyers who were having problems with their Lease Purchase Agreements. With the trend of lenders making loans harder to obtain with the higher credit score requirements, many people are looking at this option in order to purchase a home. As a Realtor I do not advise my [...]

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Older Properties: What to Consider

February 5, 2011

Buying an older home can be very exciting.  Unique architectural styles and features, hardwood floors, barrel ceilings, mature trees, and appealing charm make these houses and neighborhoods a wonderful investment.  Here are some basics to consider in the purchase of a vintage or historic home.  There are several types of neighborhood designations in the Oklahoma City [...]

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Items You Need When Applying for a Loan

December 22, 2010

Have These Items Ready When You Apply For a Loan It used to be that lenders mailed out verifications to employers, banks, mortgage companies, and so on, in order to verify the data supplied by borrowers. Nowadays, the interest is often in speed and getting answers quickly so alternate documentation has become more widely used. [...]

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Halloween Safety Tips and Events

October 25, 2010

SAFETY TIPS: Halloween is just around the corner, and below are some tips to help keep your home, family, and trick-or-treaters safe! • Keep pets indoors… especially black cats! • Be careful when placing candles in your carved jack-o-lanterns and keep them far away from any furnishings, drapes or Halloween decor that may be flammable. [...]

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Mistakes to Avoid When Buying A Home

October 4, 2010

Mistakes to Avoid When Buying a Home A great way to make the home-buying process flow smoothly is to educate yourself and learn from mistakes others have made – this can make the difference between buying the home of your dreams and buying a “lemon.” Not getting pre-qualified or pre-approved If you receive pre-qualification or [...]

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