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OKC Metro Real Estate Market – June 2025 Snapshot The market is heating up! Compared to this time last year:- Listings are up 21% with over 3,200 homes on the market- Pending sales rose 18.6% – more buyers are stepping in- Closings dipped just slightly by 4.1%- Homes are spending an average of 47 days on market, a 24% increase Curious what this means for you—whether buying, selling, or...

What Oklahoma Homeowners Need to Know About Post-Slab Vegetation Dear Homeowners, If you recently walked into your brand-new home and saw a few little green sprouts poking through the slab, near the edges of the foundation or along the baseboards—you’re not alone. And more importantly… you don’t need to worry. But don’t panic. These are not deep-rooted invaders or signs of structural...

Mortgage Rates Just Dropped — Here’s How That Helps You in Oklahoma 📉 What’s the Current Rate? As of this week, the average 30-year fixed mortgage rate is 6.67%, the lowest since October 2024. That’s great news for anyone thinking about buying a home or refinancing. 💰 What Does That Mean for You? Lower rates = bigger opportunity. With this drop: You may qualify for a larger...

Why Getting Pre-Approved for a Mortgage is a Must in Oklahoma 🏡✔️ If you're thinking about buying a home, Oklahoma mortgage pre-approval is one of the first steps you should take. Getting pre-approved for a mortgage is a must. This isn't just a box to check—it’s a game-changer that can make the entire home-buying process smoother, faster, and less stressful. What is a Mortgage...

What Homebuyers & Sellers need to Know About New Changes In Real Estate that Will Affect HOME Buying or Selling As of August 17, 2024, significant changes are being introduced to the real estate industry that will affect how you buy and sell homes. The most notable updates include the mandatory use of Buyer Broker Agreements and the removal of buyer-broker compensation offers from the MLS. At...

Your Guide to Buying a Home in Yukon & Mustang, OKBuying your first home is exciting, but it can also feel overwhelming. From finances to finding the right property, there’s a lot to consider. If you're wondering, "Where do I start if I want to buy a home?"—this guide will walk you through each step with confidence. 1. Check Your Finances Before looking at homes, take a good look at your...

Make an Educated Decision - Should I Wait to Buy or Buy NOW? Some buyers believe that they have missed the opportunity for a low-interest rate and plan to wait for a better rate next year. However, since experts forecast higher prices next year it might be advantageous to act now and refinance later. Every second counts in the housing market when there is so much demand for a relatively low...

Why newly build homes? If you still searching for your dream home, it might be a good time to get back into the market and give some attention to new construction. The National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) says the share of buyers looking for new construction is increasing: “According to the quarterly Housing Trends Report, the popularity of new construction...