OKC Metro Public Utility Service Resources
Whether you’re buying or selling, when it’s moving time, you’ll have the tedious task of setting up or transferring utility services. Your time is valuable, so that’s why I’ve created a list of public utility contacts by city, for you. Just find your city in the list below and call, or follow the links to check for pricing information.
A Picture is Worth a Thousand Words
Each day as I look through hundreds of listings on the OKC MLS the photos never cease to amaze me. I see Aunt Betty poking her head around the corner, Realtors taking pictures of themselves in the mirror, last nights dinner still sitting on the counter top, laundry on the floor, chochkties everywhere. People, do you really want to sell your house? And, what was the hiring criteria for your Realtor? Holy moly.
OKCMAR’s Green REsource Council
In January, Oklahoma City Metropolitan Association of Realtors launched a Green REsource Council. Our mission is to make the knowledge of green real estate practices available to everyone and to encourage our industry to produce greener homes and buildings. We have had two meetings to date and our agenda gets longer each time. The committee includes, Sarah Del Valle, Ryan Hukill, Katrina Washington, Shawna Vann, Simon Shingleton, Vickie Dupree, Elizabeth Foraker, Gayle Hough and myself.
What is the MLS?
MLS stands for Multiple Listings Service. The OKC MLS is a site that Realtors subscribe to and communicate through. Through membership at their local board (OKCMAR), Realtors are able to post their new listings and immediately following all other Realtors are able to see the new listings. The public typically sees this updated information within 24 hours through public sites but it completely depends on which sites they search. Not all information online is accurate or timely.
For Sale By Owner (FSBO) – Weighing the Good and Bad
If you have just listed your house FSBO, I know what you are thinking…”I can save $10,000 in commission if I sell it myself”, “I am in no hurry to sell” or “Realtors are like used car salesman…sleazy.” Okay, I get it. You don’t trust Realtors.
What’s in a Home Warranty?
The percentage of buyers who purchase an existing residence far outweighs the number purchasing new construction, at least in the Oklahoma City housing market, so it is important to be familiar with the available Residential Service Contracts and all that they have to offer.
Marketing Your Real Estate Listing
When it comes to selling your home where do you turn for marketing exposure? Flyers, newspapers, online classifieds?
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