More Sellers Trust Us

2007 marked the 11th consecutive year Coldwell Banker RaderGroup SOLD more homes in the greater Tulsa area than any other company. So far in 2008, an increasing percentage of homeowners are utilizing Coldwell Banker to get their homes SOLD. According to statistics compiled from NORES, INC (MLS) data, nearly 1 out of every 5 homes SOLD in the Tulsa metro area is SOLD by Coldwell Banker RaderGroup Realtors.* (NOTE: This would be a great place to insert market share stats for your farm area)
Factors in this success include our unmatched marketing tools and full service approach to real estate sales. However, such sales success is accomplished one sale at a time. Each customer’s situation is unique and every transaction is different. We know it is critical to listen to every customer and work to meet their housing needs.
If you have plans to sell your home, contact Sarah at slaunchbaugh@cbtulsa.com. I will present the details of our marketing plan and a detailed analysis of home values in this area. There is no charge for this service.

*Statistics compiled from NORES INC. (MLS) data for Tulsa, Creek, Rogers, Osage and Wagoner Counties from 1/1/08 through 5/16/08. Deemed reliable but not guaranteed.

Home Sellers Tip

Get rid of smells. Clean carpeting and drapes to eliminate cooking odors, smoke, and pet smells.

For more information contact me at slaunchbaugh@cbtulsa.com

Termites Are Silent Destroyers

One of the greatest hazards any homeowner faces is termites. They do more damage than fires, storms, and earthquakes combined.
Contrary to what many homeowners think, homeowner’s insurance does NOT cover termite damage, so annual inspections are critical and far less costly than termite treatments.

10 Best Ways to Best Protect Your Home Against Termites:

• Above all, schedule an annual termite inspection
• Clean clogged gutters and downspouts
• Trim bushes and shrubs away from the house
• Store firewood away from the house
• Make sure exterior finishes are at least four inches from the ground
• Keep watch for bubbling paint, crumbling dry wood and tiny holes in walls
• Seal all cracks in the foundation or utility openings
• Monitor damp areas inside the home
• Eliminate faulty or leaky plumbing
• Watch for swarming termites and mud tubes over exposed exterior surfaces

For more information contact me at slaunchbaugh@cbtulsa.com

Getting the Idea!

Despite all the negative national news stories about the economy and the housing market, it seems consumers in this area are beginning to realize our real estate market is quite different from those reports. The Oklahoma Association of Realtors and the Greater Tulsa Association of Realtors have combined efforts in a campaign to get residents the true facts about our local real estate economy. Apparently, the message is getting through to people in the Tulsa metro area.
For example, through March many of the home sales numbers were comparable to the first quarter of 2007 while the number of closed sales is down approximately 12%, both the average and median sales prices for the year are up from the year before. More significantly the average price per square foot for SOLD homes is up 3.22%. Now, while not every home has increased in value, the numbers indicate buyers are willing to pay more for homes in this area than they were a year ago. In addition, our local economy remains healthy and interest rates are extremely low.
Hopefully, if you are interested in selling and/or buying a home, you know this is a good time to do so in this part of Oklahoma.

NOTE: Statistics compiled from NORES, INC (MLS) data. Deemed reliable but not guaranteed.

For more information contact me at slaunchbaugh@cbtulsa.com