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The Hunt for Suitable Senior Living Options
A few decades ago there were only two options when mom or dad could no longer manage living in their Oklahoma City home alone. The first was to move them into a local nursing home, and the second was to move them in with a family member. Now there are far more choices.
Start to Finish Solutions Make Downsizing Easier
By the time you are ready to retire, downsize, and enjoy a simpler life, chances are you have accumulated a lot of stuff. When choosing to move into a smaller home or 55+ apartment community to enjoy travel, connect with others, or simply to cut down on home maintenance responsibilities, getting rid of the extra stuff can be a chore for some.
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[VIDEO] Decoding Unsolicited Home Offers: The Investor Onslaught
Why am I getting offers to buy my house when it’s not for sale? In this video, we answer the question about why you are receiving offers to buy your home, even when it isn’t for sale.
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[VIDEO] 5 Steps to Simplify Holiday Decor
Are you ready to simplify this holiday? In this video, we will share a simple strategy for downsizing your holiday decor in only 5 simple steps.
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[VIDEO] Choosing a New Place to Live: Beyond the Surface
Beyond Aesthetics: Asking the Right Questions. In this video, we’ll offer some advice about selecting the next place you’ll call home.
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[VIDEO] How to Tackle Termites, Bed Bugs, and Fleas: A Homeowner’s Guide to Pest Peace of Mind
Got bugs? It’s okay…it happens.
In this video, we discuss common pest issues that can occur when trying to sell a home and how to deal with it.
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[VIDEO] Registering for Deed Alerts in Oklahoma County
Are you monitoring your property status? In this video, we discuss the importance of monitoring the status of your deed and how to enroll in alerts if you own property in Oklahoma County.
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[VIDEO] Downsizing Priorities – The Importance of Space Planning
How Much Space Do You Actually Have? In this video we will share the importance of creating a floor plan and a space plan early in the downsizing process.
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[VIDEO] Deciding on the Right Living Arrangement: Planning for the Future
Ever wish you had a crystal ball? In this video we will share the importance of getting real about getting older and what that means for choosing your next home.
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[VIDEO] Navigating Purchase Offers in Oklahoma City Metro: Understanding Buyer Closing Costs
Is it smart to pay the buyer’s closing costs? In this video we will discuss buyer closing costs and what happens if you are asked as the seller to pay them.
The Changing Landscape of Real Estate Investing: Targeting Senior Homeowners
Still getting postcards from investors wanting to pay cash for your house? In this video we will point out tips for how to spot professional home buyers and investors and how you can protect your investment.
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[video] Is Your Pet Making a Move Too?
Is Your Pet Making a Move Too? In this video we will share a few tips on making downsizing easier on your pets.
Making a Life-Altering Decision: When is the Right Time to Move?
Making a change in our living arrangements as we age can be a daunting task. The question of whether to stay in our current homes or seek a more manageable residence lingers in the minds of many. However, it is not merely a matter of where, but when to make this crucial decision.
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[VIDEO] How Can a Transfer on Death Deed Help Me Avoid Probating Real Estate in Oklahoma?
Looking for a Way to Avoid Probating Property in Oklahoma? In this video we will share an estate planning tool that you will want to ask your attorney about.
Happy Interdependence Day – Celebrating Our Shared Connections
The notion of living independently is a myth we’ve convinced ourselves is true. In reality, our lives are a tapestry of interconnectedness, where reliance on others is not a weakness but a strength. So, this Independence Day, let’s reframe our celebrations as Interdependence Day and honor the profound connections that make our lives richer, fuller, and more meaningful.
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[VIDEO] 7 Ways to Jump Start Downsizing
7 Ways to Jump Start Downsizing
In this video we will share the things you can safely begin to declutter without negatively affecting your Oklahoma City estate liquidation options.
Can Emotional Ties Keep Your Home From Selling?
It’s one thing to say you’re ready to sell your home, but’s another to really mean it. We may intellectually recognize an advantageous market cycle or know in our heart that “it’s time.” The true decision to sell, however, is one that is much like a light switch that exists in our heads…we truly know we’re ready when that switch is flipped on.