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5 Tips to Help You Buy and Sell a House at the Same Time in Oklahoma City

January 5, 2023

Buying a house and selling a house at the same time is no easy undertaking. Really, it’s usually quite a juggling and multitasking feat that requires handling a host of moving parts and getting the timing just right. If you don’t get it right, you could wind up paying on two mortgages at once, or, … Continued

5 Basic Things You Can Do to Get Your House Ready to Sell Fast in Oklahoma City

January 3, 2023

By Carter Steph

Any successful undertaking begins with taking the necessary preparatory steps, doing first things first. And this is certainly the case if you want to sell your house fast. Some things you can do are vitally important, and others not so much. So you need to know what you should do to get your house ready … Continued

Everything You Need to Know About FHA Loans When Buying a House in Oklahoma City

December 29, 2022

By Carter Steph

Many aspiring homeowners throw in the towel too early. They believe that if they can’t qualify for a conventional, USDA, or VA loan, then their dream of owning their own home is over. But that’s not necessarily the case. There are still FHA loans, which have more lenient credit requirements, along with a fairly low … Continued

3 Top Design Trends to Help You Sell Your House Faster in Oklahoma City

December 27, 2022

By Carter Steph

Anyone planning to sell a home would be well served by making an effort to incorporate at least some of what’s trending in design. The appearance of your home can not only make it more appealing to potential buyers but also make it sell quicker and for more. The interior design features that help a … Continued

Everything You Need to Know About USDA Loans When Buying a House in Oklahoma City

December 22, 2022

By Carter Steph

When you think of the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), you probably think of food safety and meat-processing plant inspections. But did you know the USDA is also in the business of home loans? Yep, the USDA also has as its mission to help families in rural areas become homeowners in order to create … Continued

5 Things to do Right Now if You Want to Sell Your House This Spring in Oklahoma City

December 20, 2022

By Carter Steph

Home sellers dream of an easy, stress-free sale that involves nothing more than listing, accepting an offer, and then closing. During the past couple of years, things have been almost that easy for sellers because inventory has been extremely low and buyer demand has been very high. But the real estate market is beginning to … Continued

Everything You Need to Know About Conventional Loans When Buying a House in Oklahoma City

December 15, 2022

By Carter Steph

Many potential home buyers tend to shy away from conventional loans because they think the requirements are too tough. But the truth is conventional loans are more accessible than many people realize. In addition, conventional mortgages no longer require the 20% down payment that they once did. So let’s dig in and see if a … Continued

What You Need to Know About Foreclosures in Oklahoma City

December 13, 2022

By Carter Steph

When home buyers are looking for a bargain, they often first turn to foreclosures. These can indeed look like a steal, but they often have problems and come with a lot of red tape. If, however, you are armed with some knowledge and are prepared for what you’ll encounter, a foreclosure may be just what … Continued

Everything You Need to Know About VA Loans When Buying a House in Oklahoma City

December 8, 2022

By Carter Steph

Are you an active-duty service member or veteran considering buying a house? That’s good news because you may be eligible for a VA loan – a loan with significant benefits that are hard to beat. You can get lenient credit requirements, and you won’t have to make a down payment or pay for PMI. So … Continued

How to Know if a Fixer-Upper is Worth it When Buying Oklahoma City Properties

December 6, 2022

By Carter Steph

A fixer-upper, as you likely know, is a house available at a lower price because it needs repairs and/or renovations. Even though you can typically buy a fixer-upper at below market price, it may not be a bargain after all once you’ve paid for materials and labor to make the needed repairs/renovations, especially if there … Continued