Emerald Falls Delays Golf Course Opening

Emerald Falls Golf Course, has delayed the opening of the course due to record rainfall in the area. Emerald Falls golf course is part of the Adventure Community concept where new homes have just been completed by James Applegate of Applegate Properties and Tom Morris of E-Magine Homes among other home builders.

Home Buyers Buy Homes; Make Sure Your Realtor Knows This

It was an interesting conversation I had with a real estate broker who was pleading her case for how much she deserved to keep a listing she had been trying to sell for nearly two years. She told me she had worked so hard to sell the property and had indeed sold the property once and the seller was just not reasonable therefore the sale was lost. Intrigued, I asked the home seller for the story about the buyer he ran away. "All I asked for was more earnest money at a time when the so-called buyer did not close at the time he agreed. We had been in contract with this 'buyer' for 90 days-during which my house was off the market and I was losing valuable selling time."

I would have fired the previous broker too. Home buyers should be defined as people who buy homes- actually close on them. Until then, they are home shoppers and good Realtors know the difference. Make sure your Realtor is clear about what they expect of home buyers and how they will protect your interests during the sale of your home.

HOME SELLER'S TIP: REALTORS SHOULD NEVER BE HIRED SOLELY ON THE TASKS THEY WILL PERFORM FOR YOU (OPEN HOUSES, ADS, AND GIMMICKS.) YOUR PRIMARY GOAL SHOULD BE TO SELL YOUR HOME. YOU ARE NOT PAYING AN HOURLY WAGE. INSTEAD, YOU ARE PAYING FOR AN ACCOMPLISHED GOAL.

darryl baskin is a broker-associate with mcgraw realtors in tulsa, oklahoma. For information about darryl's service to home sellers and home buyers, call 800-942-9312 or visit www.darrylbaskin.com.

Keep your cool and your cash

With summer soon approaching it is time to prepare for the Oklahoma heat. Most home owners know to change your air conditioner filter on a regular basis but to really get the most out of your AC unit and save money, there are a number of energy saving tips that you should consider doing before you begin to use it for the season. Just as you pay your bill each month, change the filter each month, some manufactures may recommend changing filters less often, however in the spring and summer when allergens are in the air it is best to change them more frequently. Shade the area when the unit is housed. Air conditioners with proper shading can be up to 10 percent more efficient over a cooling season, according to the U.S. Department of Energy. A shaded area can have a significantly cooler temperature, preventing the AC unit from consuming extra energy to do its job of cooling the air. Be mindful of debris when manicuring your lawn. Opinions differ on the distance you should keep trees, shrubs, mulch and other materials from the unit. It is wise to keep a four to five foot space for proper air circulation. Clean the coils and casing with a hose. You will need to disconnect the power before spraying the unit, and for specific directions you may want to consult the manufacture. Once you have taken these season steps to keep cool, try a bit of self discipline and raise the temperature setting. If you become acclimated to a higher temperature early in the season you shouldn't suffer and the savings just by one degree can be dramatic, close to 8-9 percent. For a referral on a reputable repair or servicing company contact The Baskin Real Estate Specialists at info@darrylbaskin.com

Homebuyer “101” - Get the Facts! Workshop

Kick off National Home Ownership Month with

Home Ownership Tulsa (H.O.T.)
and its partners.

 

Central Library Saturday, June 2 w 9:00 a.m. - noon	Martin Regional Library – Spanish Session Saturday, June 30 w 9:00 a.m. - noon
Hardesty Regional Library Saturday, June 16 w 9:00 a.m. – noon

 

Do you wonder if you would be better off buying rather than renting a home? Do you ever wonder how expensive of a home you could realistically afford? Do you wish you could build up equity in a home?

If you dream of owning your own home, attend our seminar and you will learn the steps required to purchase a home, including how to qualify for first-time homebuyer benefits and programs. Learn how to access various city, county and state programs to cover most of the costs you will be faced with to purchase your first home. To help potential first-time homebuyers understand all aspects of the home-buying process, this informative, interactive workshop provides valuable instruction on all important pre-purchase decisions and how to qualify for a home loan.

Participants also may learn:

• What to expect throughout the loan process;
  
• How their credit scores will affect their mortgage interest rates and fees; and
  
• The meaning of common real estate terms
  

Participants can receive a FREE credit report analysis and one-on-one consultation with a H.O.T partner.

You will also earn credit toward your Housing Workshop Certificate, which may enable you to get up to $3,500 in down-payment assistance from a Community Housing Development Organization in your area.

Pre-registration is required. To register call 596- 1499 or visit our homepage at www.cityoftulsa.org/Community/HOT . For adults. Sponsored by the Home Ownership Tulsa partnership organizations.

Locations:     Central Library: Aaronson Auditorium Sat., June 2 and Plaza Rm.

Hardesty Regional: Redbud Auditorium Sat., June 16

Martin Regional: Plaza Room Sat., June 30^th. NOTE: This session may also have a call-in number at the Greater Tulsa Hispanic Chamber of Commerce (GTHCC) for registration.

Your Home: Keep It, Maintain it, & Decorate It

Hardesty Regional Library: Redbud Auditorium

Saturday, June 16 w Noon - 3:00 p.m.

Your home may be the largest investment of your life. This 3-in-1 workshop is geared for current or future homeowners.

 

Keeping it……..

 

The first part of this session addresses the foreclosure problem that is spreading across America. Any one of us can have hardship situations that create financial problems and cause us to get behind on our mortgage payments. This session provides resources on what to do if this situation arises and will give you valuable information on your rights as a homeowner. Let us guide you on what to do before losing your home and also
provide options and resources available to assist you.

 

 

Maintaining it…….

 

This session will give you the peace of mind you need as a homeowner regarding maintenance and repairs. You will learn simple, practical advice that can save you thousands of dollars.

 

Decorating it……..

 

Your home should be your sanctuary, not a place of stress. This session offers tips on decorating on a budget and enjoying the space you create without overspending. FUN ideas for making your house a home!

 

Lunch will be provided. Pre-registration is required. Pre-registration is required. To register call 596- 1499 or visit our homepage at www.cityoftulsa.org/Community/HOT. For adults Sponsored by Home Ownership Tulsa partnership organizations.