March 20, 2024

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4 Tips To Make Your Strongest Offer on a Home

March 20, 2024

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Colorado, Colorado Springs, Minnesota, Mountains, National, North Carolina, Oklahoma, Oregon

Are you thinking about buying a home soon?

If so, you should know today’s market is competitive in many areas because the number of homes for sale is still low – and that’s leading to multiple-offer scenarios. And moving into the peak homebuying season this spring, this is only expected to ramp up more.

Remember these four tips to make your best offer.

1. Partner with a Real Estate Agent

Rely on a real estate agent who can support your goals. As PODS notes:

“Making an offer on a home without an agent is certainly possible, but having a pro by your side gives you a massive advantage in figuring out what to offer on a house.”

Agents are local market experts. They know what’s worked for other buyers in your area and what sellers may be looking for. That advice can be game changing when you’re deciding what offer to bring to the table.

2. Understand Your Budget

Knowing your numbers is even more important right now. The best way to understand your budget is to work with a lender so you can get pre-approved for a home loan. Doing so helps you be more financially confident and shows sellers you’re serious. That gives you a competitive edge. As Investopedia says:

“. . . sellers have an advantage because of intense buyer demand and a limited number of homes for sale; they may be less likely to consider offers without pre-approval letters.”

3. Make a Strong, but Fair Offer

It’s only natural to want the best deal you can get on a home, especially when affordability is tight. However, submitting an offer that’s too low does have some risks. You don’t want to make an offer that’ll be tossed out as soon as it’s received just to see if it sticks. As Realtor.com explains:

“. . . an offer price that’s significantly lower than the listing price, is often rejected by sellers who feel insulted . . . Most listing agents try to get their sellers to at least enter negotiations with buyers, to counteroffer with a number a little closer to the list price. However, if a seller is offended by a buyer or isn’t taking the buyer seriously, there’s not much you, or the real estate agent, can do.”

The expertise your agent brings to this part of the process will help you stay competitive and find a price that’s fair to you and the seller.

4. Trust Your Agent During Negotiations

After you submit your offer, the seller may decide to counter it. When negotiating, it’s smart to understand what matters to the seller. Once you do, being as flexible as you can on things like moving dates or the condition of the house can make your offer more attractive.

Your real estate agent is your partner in navigating these details. Trust them to lead you through negotiations and help you figure out the best plan. As an article from the National Association of Realtors (NAR) explains:

“There are many factors up for discussion in any real estate transaction—from price to repairs to possession date. A real estate professional who’s representing you will look at the transaction from your perspective, helping you negotiate a purchase agreement that meets your needs . . .”

Bottom Line

In today's competitive market, be sure to work with a local real estate agent to find you a home you love and craft a strong offer that stands out.

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March 19, 2024

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Listings, Oklahoma

Just Listed: A Haven of Comfort and Leisure with Charming Features and Versatile Spaces!

March 19, 2024

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Listings, Oklahoma

With its desirable amenities and ample space, this property presents an excellent opportunity for enjoying a comfortable and leisurely lifestyle.

The spacious living room features a charming fireplace, adding warmth and ambiance to gatherings with family and friends. With ample room for relaxation and entertainment, it's the perfect spot to cozy up on chilly evenings or unwind in front of the fire. With three spacious sized bedroom and large laundry room, this home has everything you need to make it your own. The enclosed sitting area is perfect for enjoying moments of relaxation or entertaining friends with a view of the pool. Outside you will find a pool house ready for its new look. Whether it's lounging poolside or gathering in the enclosed sitting area, this home offers versatile spaces for both indoor and outdoor living. Don't miss out on the chance to make this delightful residence your own.

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March 15, 2024

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Oklahoma

Best St. Patrick's Day Bashes in Oklahoma

March 15, 2024

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Oklahoma

Don your green attire, raise a glass and celebrate St. Patrick’s Day in Oklahoma at one of these festive celebrations.

St. Patrick’s Day is a time to celebrate the luck of the Irish with parades, festivals, the clinking of beer glasses and good, old-fashioned frivolity. Whether you’re searching for ways to honor your Irish heritage or merely look good in green, Oklahoma has a St. Patrick’s Day bash for you. Read on to discover Oklahoma’s top Irish pubs, restaurants and even family-friendly options where you can celebrate the legend of St. Patrick in style.

Oklahoma City Metro Area

Sham-ROCK the Gardens - Oklahoma City

Get in the St. Patrick’s Day spirit with family-friendly fun along the green-dyed waters of Myriad Botanical Gardens’ pond at Sham-ROCK the Gardens. Wander throughout the gardens to find kid-centric activities like shamrock face-painting while sipping on a glass of green beer and savoring tasty eats from an array of Irish-themed food trucks. All ages can gather around the Band Shell to hear the Oklahoma Scottish Pipe and Drums, as well as watch professional Irish dancers flaunt traditional performances along to Celtic folk music. You can even learn how to dance your own jig with the help of Irish clubs on-site.

Stockyards City St. Patrick's Parade - Oklahoma City

Celebrate this beloved Irish holiday with the top-notch Stockyards City St Patrick's Day Parade that winds through the heart of historic Stockyards City, bringing with it the thrilling sounds of traditional Irish music, the collective purr of motorcycles in formation and the joyous exclamations of parade participants playing to the crowd. Featuring the famous Chain Ranch Longhorns being herded down Exchange Avenue to kick-off the parade, you'll also see marching bands, bagpipes, antique cars, community groups, equestrian entries and much more. Join the thousands of spectators that line the main streets of Stockyards City each year, bring a lawn chair and spend the morning listening to upbeat Irish songs and cheering on Irish step dancers as they whirl past.

O'Connell's Irish Pub - Norman

Located just minutes south of the Oklahoma City metro area, the college town of Norman knows how to throw a St. Patrick’s Day bash. At O’Connell’s Irish Pub & Grille you’ll find a lively atmosphere where anything goes. Karaoke, limitless brew and live music are the staples of this college crowd hotspot, where pints, pitchers and colossal “rockets” of bold Irish stouts like Guinness or Smithwick’s are served up to crowds of party-goers on St. Patrick’s Day.

Tulsa Metro Area

ShamROCK the Rose - Broken Arrow

Kick off your St. Patrick’s Day shenanigans with a festive block party in downtown Broken Arrow’s Rose District. ShamROCK the Rose shuts down traffic to host a massive craft beer garden, local food trucks, live entertainment and 100 street vendors over the span of three blocks. Grab a sampling mug and make your way around the local brewers’ and distillers’ pop-up booths for up to four hours’ worth of tastings.

ShamROCK the 'Ville - Bartlesville

Find yourself energized in a sea of green when running the annual ShamROCK the ‘Ville 5K. Dress up in your quirkiest St. Patrick’s Day gear and compete for prizes as you race alongside green-clad participants throughout historic downtown Bartlesville.

Blue Dome's Irish Pub Crawl - Tulsa

Tulsa’s energetic Blue Dome Entertainment District turns a vibrant shade of green every year when the streets are filled with thousands of spectators sporting the traditional color. Home of longtime Irish favorites Arnie’s Bar, Woody’s Corner Bar and James E. McNellie’s Public House (check out their OKC outpost as well) within a few blocks of one another, festival-goers will be treated to enough Irish beer and fare to feed a small army.

Hosted throughout the entire St. Patrick’s Day weekend from morning until night, visitors can pub crawl, browse fun local retailers or enjoy live music all weekend long into the early morning hours. Wander through the five-block radius in the Blue Dome District that will be blocked from traffic and watch as the party spills out onto the streets with tent staging areas and bar stands with rooftop seating. Keep an eye out for McNellie’s semi-truck featuring 30 taps and over 100 kegs of beer.

Arnie's Bar - Tulsa

No Tulsa celebration of St. Patrick’s would be complete without a visit to Arnie’s Bar, T-Town’s most famous Irish-themed pub. With no cover charge all weekend, live music scheduled each evening and everything from Guinness and Harp, to Smithwick’s and Killian’s Irish Red on tap, Arnie’s is the place to be. While celebrating at this cozy hangout, don’t forget to try your hand at a game of shuffleboard, throw a round of darts with friends or make your way to the outdoor patio. As an added bonus, all St. Patrick’s Day beer is served in a 22 oz. souvenir cup.

Kilkenny's Irish Pub - Tulsa

Head over to Tulsa’s trendy Cherry Street area for one of the city’s biggest St. Patrick’s Day blowouts at Kilkenny’s Irish Pub. Dine on Irish fare such as beer-battered fish and chips, corned beef and cabbage or potato soup, before heading outside to join the festivities under Kilkenny’s party tent. Live music, food specials and vendors get the celebration started, while pints of Guinness, glasses of single malt scotch and shots of Irish whiskey keep it going until 2am.

Ghost Town Road Trip - Shamrock

Although there is no official St. Paddy's party in the almost abandoned town of Shamrock, this unique town deserves a celebration on St. Patrick's Day. Take a road trip to this eerie ghost town, which boomed around 1913 when the Cushing Oil Field was discovered. Oilfield workers created a rowdy town full of saloons, gambling halls, hotels and brothels before they began to move along to new boomtowns in the mid-1920s. Shamrock made headlines again in 1932 when famous outlaw Pretty Boy Floyd robbed the local bank. Visit the sleepy town to see the old-fashioned businesses and Irish customs left behind almost a century ago.

No matter which St. Patrick’s Day celebration you choose to attend, if you decide to toast your inner Irishman with an alcoholic beverage, please remember to celebrate responsibly. Sláinte!