Are you waiting to make that purchase, waiting for the best interest rates, and the 2007 recession to end?  Well… I think now is a great time to purchase.  I can’t believe the great interest rates that are now at 4.8% for a 30 year mortgage.  There’s also an abundance of homes on the market for sale. …

Here’s what is for sale this month or call me at 405-249-2810 for what’s available with other real estate companies… I’d be happy to help you find what your looking for! Homes for Sale 2903 Sage Court, Purcell, OK $189,000.  New 2010 construction for sale. Beautiful designed four bedroom home in the “Arbors” Northridge Addition of Purcell….

Lead Base Paint is in all homes built before 1978. That is what I tell my customers when they are looking to purchase a home built in prior to “78”. My job is to help the consumer to understand about defects and disclosures. So, I explain to consumers that even though a seller may say there’s…

Helping buyers with information about the roofing materials and it’s condition should be directed to a roofing expert for inspection. I have found that composite shingles are the most commonly material used. The lower-end, three tab shingle vary in life ranges of 15 to 20 years, where heavier and more expensive architectural shingles give a textured,…

According to the U.S. Census Bureau… the average square footage of a new house has decreased slightly to 2215 square feet from it’s high of 2277 sq. ft. in 2008. This is the first drop since the recession of the early 1980’s. Americans are starting to embrace the idea that less is more when it comes…

A computer program called Desktop Underwriting states that a consumer should expect 28% of gross income spent on housing expense and could not exceed 36%. Other than government lending programs, (and rules change all the time), the borrower also needs equity in the form of a downpayment…. not to mention being credit worthy.

Getting your property priced correctly at the listing with your Realtor is “key” to having a quick sale. My job, as your Realtor… is to assist you the buyer, with comparable sales of property and provide information as to what your listing is worth today. Sometimes, I might suggest having a professional appraisal in hand, to…

Property inspections are a must. Even in hot markets or in foreclosure situations, buyers shouldn’t skip inspections. Buyers should be scheduling them as soon as possible to avoid delaying the closing. It’s in everyone’s best interest to have all the property defects revealed and addressed before closing. Get repair quotes. The next step is for buyers…

Trouble with your Mortgage? Please re-visit the March 12th, 2009 post titled Short Sell, Refinance, Bankruptcy… Homeowners are in need of short sell and refinancing information and need re-posted. The March 12th Blog addresses these issues in these tough situations. The links below will get you to the information you may need for help. This post…

Termites are Silent Destroyers. You won’t notice them until the damage is extensive. Realtors pass along stories of home owners leaning against walls that suddenly caves in… or toilets that plummet through floorboards. I personally see more damage near the back door where firewood has been stacked for easy access when stoking the fireplace. Termites can…