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Just dropping some inspo to make your day a bit better. Personally, this quote really resonates with me. There are so many people who say that they want something, or that they really wish for something to happen, but how many people actually go out there and make it happen? Not that many. So don’t let yourself be the person who wants and wishes for your goals to get met. Go make it happen! How are you going to make it happen in your life? Let me know in the comments so we can be accountability buddies! . . . #Dreamhome #sellingthedream #homesweethome #homeiswheretheheartis #homeownership #homegoals #letstalkrealestate #wannabuyahouse #homebody #cozyhome #okcrealtor #okcrealestateagent #okcagent #okcforsale #modrealtyok #sellingokc #homebuyingokc #buyingokc #buyingandselling #oklahomarealestate #oklahomarealtor #okcliving #okclife (at Oklahoma City, Oklahoma) https://www.instagram.com/p/ClwDOGRrdlW/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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Fair market value is any interesting concept in real estate. I think most understand the concept, but what I want to talk about is: - who determines it - and how is it impacted by our current market. Who determines it? Well that’s interesting. A basic explanation is supply and demand. What are people willing to buy it for? But a more thorough idea is that it most critically assessed by appraisers. They utilize data compiled through comparable sales and use formulas to calculate and adjust for how close the property is like-for-like in ones sold. They furnish their findings to lenders who offer lending terms to buyers. Sometimes properties appraise high, sometimes low. How is it impacted by our current market? Well, this is also interesting. In the 🔥 market days, a lot of properties sold over ask. Now, if those properties didn’t appraise, cash buyers were not affected. This lead to the market fluctuating higher. If it didn’t appraise and it was financed, buyers could either cancel, renegotiate or fund the difference out of pocket. With harsh competition, most sellers would not renegotiate and say “pay the difference or cancel” because they had plenty of back-up offers who would be willing (key part of the FMV term) to purchase at said price. Fast forward to today’s market, which is not influenced so strongly by harsh demand and strong competition… Today, if a property doesn’t appraise, and with much fewer buyers WILLING, sellers are having to make crucial decisions and we are seeing many more opting to renegotiate. Food for thought—higher interest rates, and yet potentially smaller out-of-pocket expenses (by means of paying list prices, asking for concessions). The trade-off should be considered, Buyers! #realestateterms #realestatetips #okcrealestate #modrealtyok #buyingandselling #homebuyingokc #buyingokc #wannabuyahouse (at Oklahoma City, Oklahoma) https://www.instagram.com/p/Ck_p5jEy58V/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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If you want to maximize your trick or treating, you’ll definitely want to check out the comments on this post! We have some amazing places to take your kids trick or treating in our area, so let’s get a list of all the best ones going! Here are some spots to consider: - Shepherd Historic District -NW 30th & Villa Ave OKC - Belle Isle West – NW 63rd and May Ave OKC - Brownsville – NW 39th & Council Bethany - Edgewater-Lakepointe Estates – NW 63rd & Portland OKC - Crown Heights – NW 38th & Western OKC Where do you think the best place for trick or treating is in our city? Let me know in the comments! . . . #halloween #trickortreat #halloween2022 #fall #autumn #okcrealtor #okcrealestateagent #okcagent #okcforsale #modrealtyok #sellingokc #sellingoklahoma #okcrealestate #buyingokc #homebuyingokc #oklahomarealestate #oklahomarealtor #okcliving #okclife (at Oklahoma City, Oklahoma) https://www.instagram.com/p/CjiqOzFpVEi/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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It’s the spookiest time of year, so make sure you get the most out of the season! When you have this handy Halloween Bucket List, you’ll always have something exciting to do with your loved ones and make memories that will last a lifetime. Whether you decide to have a good old-fashioned pumpkin carving night or take a walk on the spooky side by going to a haunted house, you’re sure to have a fantastic autumn season. Make sure to send this post to a friend or family member so you can do something scarily fun together! . . . #halloween #trickortreat #halloween2022 #fall #autumn #okcrealtor #okcrealestate #okcrealestateagent #modrealtyok #buyingandselling #sellingokc #sellingoklahoma #buyingokc #homebuyingokc #oklahomarealtor (at Oklahoma City, Oklahoma) https://www.instagram.com/p/CjOzoRPpR6m/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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Which one is more your holiday style? A traditional green tree or a white tree? Everyone has a different sense of holiday style–and it’s really a personal thing! Sometimes the most minimalist person goes all out with their holiday decor, while people you’d normally expect to be extra go for a more subdued, classic look. So I’m very curious–what’s your tree preference? Let me know in the comments what your style is, and let’s see which tree wins! . . . #happyholidays #christmas2022 #christmas #kitchenremodel #designonabudget #designtips #homeupdate #weekendproject #homeproject #designgoals #homedesigntrends #homeownerhacks #cleanhome #cleanhomehappyhome #homemaintenancetips #householdtips #okcrealestate #okcrealtor #okcrealestateinvestors #okcrealestateagent #oklahomarealtor #modrealtyok #sellingokc #homebuyingokc #buyingandselling #okcliving #okclife (at Oklahoma City, Oklahoma) https://www.instagram.com/p/Clp3pWts9k4/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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It’s a good time to be a homeowner! In 2022, homeowner equity increased a whopping 32.2%. For those new to equity, that’s a huge jump. Here's a quick refresher on equity. Equity is how much your house is worth, minus the amount you have left on your mortgage. For example, if your home was worth $300,0000 and you had $200,000 left to pay down on mortgage, you would have $100,000 in equity. Another way to look at it is like this: when you sell your home, the amount of equity you have is the profit you make. In our example, if you sold your home for $300,000, you’d have $100,000 left over after paying the mortgage off. From this, you can see why a 32.2% equity increase is a big deal for homeowners. It’s basically free money in their pockets! This equity increase is because home values have risen quite a bit, and that translates directly into the amount of money you can walk away with when you sell. Want to tap into that equity and upgrade your home to something nicer? Then consider selling to free up your equity and use that as the down payment on your next property! Want more info on equity and selling your home? Just send me a DM. Source: https://www.corelogic.com/intelligence/homeowner-equity-insights/ . . . #iloverealestate #realtorlove #realtorforlife #yourrealtorforlife #topagent #listwithme #isellhomes #sellyourhomefast #getitsold #realestatemarket #sellrealestate #sellersagent #selleragent #listingagent #luxuryrealtor #sellyourhome #okcrealtor #okcrealestateagent #okcagent #okcforsale #modrealtyok #okcrealestate #oklahomarealestate #oklahomarealtor #okcliving #okclife #sellingokc #homebuyingokc #buyingandselling (at Oklahoma City, Oklahoma) https://www.instagram.com/p/ClolQqQJ9_q/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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The holidays are quickly approaching, and that means that it’s time to think about gifts. There’s one gift that you may not have considered: owning a home! Becoming a homeowner can be one of the best gifts you’ll ever give to yourself and your family. It comes with many benefits, too. You’ll be able to build equity and stop throwing money away in rent. You’ll also have the chance to pay less than you do in rent! Owning a home also means that you’ll be able to personalize it however you want. You won’t be restricted by your landlord’s aesthetic preferences anymore and can paint, refinish, and decorate until you feel like the space is yours. As a result, you’ll feel more comfortable at home–and that's the greatest gift of all! Want to get started on giving your family the best gift ever? Then just send me a DM! . . . #buyersmarket #homebuyer #firsttimehomebuyer #homebuying #homesearch #househunting #homebuyingprocess #downpaymentassistance #homeequity #homevalue #homeshopping #buyersagent #buyeragent #thehelpfulagent #homeownership #homegoals #letstalkrealestate #wannabuyahouse #okcrealtor #okcrealestateagent #okcagent #okcforsale #modrealtyok #okcrealestate #oklahomarealestate #oklahomarealtor #okcliving #okclife #sellingokc #homebuyingokc (at Oklahoma City, Oklahoma) https://www.instagram.com/p/ClmA6sOpP1Q/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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Homebuyers beware. There are a lot of myths out there around buying a home. Because of these myths, you may think that you need to have a 20% down payment, have perfect credit, or go through the real estate process on your own. Thankfully, none of that is true! Let’s talk about it. First, you do not need a 20% down payment. In fact, in some cases, first-time buyers only need to put 3.5% down! There are many different down payment options that can help you buy a house without that 20%. Next, you do not need perfect credit to buy a home. Like your down payment, there are many programs available to buyers with ok and good credit to help you buy a home. But how are you supposed to find those programs in the first place? Through the help of your buyer’s agent, of course! As a buyer, you need a real estate agent by your side so you don’t have to go through the real estate process on your own. I’m currently accepting new buyer clients, so if you’d like to see how I can help, just send a DM! . . . #buyersmarket #homebuyer #firsttimehomebuyer #homebuying #homesearch #househunting #homebuyingprocess #downpaymentassistance #homeequity #homevalue #homeshopping #buyersagent #buyeragent #thehelpfulagent #homeownership #homegoals #letstalkrealestate #wannabuyahouse #okcrealtor #okcrealestate #modrealtyok #oklahomarealestate #oklahomarealestateagent #sellingokc #homebuyingokc #buyingandselling #oklahomarealestateinvestors #okcliving #okclife (at Oklahoma City, Oklahoma) https://www.instagram.com/p/CljXoqWJhBU/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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Ah, nothing quite smells as good as the holidays. Bring those nostalgic memories into your home and make some new ones with your loved ones this holiday season by making your home smell like the holidays! Whether you buy a real tree (so fresh!) or switch your hand soaps to something more seasonal, making your home smell like the holidays is a sure way to bring that warm, cozy feeling into your house. Save this post so you can make your home smell delicious every holiday season! . . . #kitchenremodel #designonabudget #designtips #homeupdate #weekendproject #homeproject #designgoals #homedesigntrends #homeownerhacks #cleanhome #cleanhomehappyhome #homemaintenancetips #householdtips #modrealtyok #okcrealestate #okcrealtor #okcrealestateinvestors #okcrealestateagent #oklahomarealtor #oklahomarealestate #sellingokc #homebuyingokc #buyingandselling #wannabuyahouse (at Oklahoma City, Oklahoma) https://www.instagram.com/p/Clgo1CLr0C6/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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I want to know–why do you love where you live? Is it because you… -have a great time with your neighbors, -are in easy distance to great coffee shops and restaurants, -have access to amazing outdoor spaces, -or are in love with your house? Loving where you live can really make a huge difference in the quality of your life, so it’s important to make sure you love your area! If you love where you live, let me know where you are and why in the comments! . . . #realestate101 #realestatetips #realestateterms #realestatevocab #realtortip #askyourrealtor #realtorexpert #realtoradvice #realestateadvice #realestatecontract #homebuyertip #homesellertip #selleradvice #realestatequestions #okclife #okcliving #okcrealestate #okcrealestateinvestors #okcrealestateagent #okcrealtor #sellingokc #homebuyingokc #oklahomarealtor #modrealtyok #oklahomarealestate #oklahomarealestateagent (at Oklahoma City, Oklahoma) https://www.instagram.com/p/CldE48HMyLO/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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Ever wondered what impacts the value of your home? These 4 factors determine your home’s value, and as a result, what your home will sell for. So let’s go over the factors! 1. Size: In most cases, the bigger the home, the more it’s worth. 2. Age and condition: If your home is brand new, it will be worth more than an older, more run down property. But don’t despair if your home is older–some buyers look specifically for older homes. 3. Updates and upgrades: Upgrading your home’s features, like a kitchen renovation, will almost always boost your home’s value! 4. Neighborhood comps: Your home’s value is also dependent on how much similar homes (called comps) in your neighborhood are selling for. A lot goes into your home’s value–much more than just how many bedrooms and bathrooms you have! Your agent will use your home’s value to price the property, but they’ll also use some other strategies to make sure your home is priced correctly for the market. Want to learn more about how agents price homes to sell for top dollar? Then send me a DM and I’ll tell you! 👉www.modrealtyok.com . . . #realestate101 #realestatetips #realestateterms #realestatevocab #realtortip #askyourrealtor #realtorexpert #realtoradvice #realestateadvice #realestatecontract #homebuyertip #homesellertip #selleradvice #realestatequestions #okcrealtor #okcrealestateagent #okcagent #okcforsale #modrealtyok #okcrealestate #sellingokc #homebuyingokc #buyingandselling #wannabuyahouse #oklahomarealestate #oklahomarealtor #okcliving #okclife (at Oklahoma City, Oklahoma) https://www.instagram.com/p/ClZIiPYAM1q/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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When you start telling people that you’re planning to buy or sell a home, it seems like everyone has an opinion. You’ll hear about “tricks” from your friends, what to avoid from your family members, and some crazy conspiracy theories from that one uncle. But if you really want to succeed in the real estate process, you’ll want to stay away from that information. Even if your friends and family have good intentions and just want to help you, a lot of the information could be false and set you up for failure. Instead, get your real estate advice from someone who lives and breathes real estate, someone who really knows their stuff (and has the certificates to prove it!). Whether you’re currently one of my amazing clients or not, I can provide you with professional advice on buying and selling. Just send me a DM! . . . #realestate101 #realestatetips #realestateterms #realestatevocab #realtortip #askyourrealtor #realtorexpert #realtoradvice #realestateadvice #realestatecontract #homebuyertip #homesellertip #selleradvice #realestatequestions #okcrealtor #okcrealestateagent #okcagent #okcforsale #modrealtyok #okcrealestate #oklahomarealestate #oklahomarealtor #okcliving #okclife #sellingokc #homebuyingokc #buyingandselling (at Oklahoma City, Oklahoma) https://www.instagram.com/p/ClTuLndrrP0/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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First-timers, this one's for you! When you’re going through the homebuying process for the first time, your head is likely swimming with a million different pieces of advice. It’s a lot to keep track of, so let me sum it all up for you. Find an agent that you trust! When you trust your agent to guide you through the home buying process, your life will be so much easier. You’ll know that you can rely on their advice, their knowledge, and their experience. Trust is one of the most important things when you’re buying a home. If you don’t trust your agent to have your back and advocate for you, the process will be much more challenging than it needs to be. That’s why I always recommend that buyers interview at least 3 agents before selecting the one. If you go through that process, you’re sure to find an agent that you like and can trust. I’m currently accepting first-time homebuyer clients, so just send me a DM to set up a time for us to chat about your real estate goals! . . . #buyersmarket #homebuyer #firsttimehomebuyer #homebuying #homesearch #househunting #homebuyingprocess #downpaymentassistance #homeequity #homevalue #homeshopping #buyersagent #buyeragent #thehelpfulagent #homeownership #homegoals #letstalkrealestate #wannabuyahouse #okcrealtor #okcrealestateagent #okcagent #okcforsale #modrealtyok #okcrealestate #sellingokc #homebuyingokc #oklahomarealestate #oklahomarealtor #okcliving #okclife (at Oklahoma City, Oklahoma) https://www.instagram.com/p/ClRMJlhrA-v/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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Financing a house isn’t the most exciting thing in the world–but it is one of the most important parts of buying a new home. But did you know that not all properties qualify for the same kind of financing? It’s true, and sometimes lenders won’t lend mortgages on certain properties. Likewise, some sellers won’t accept certain types of financing. So what’s a buyer to do? Well, first off, find a real estate agent you love and follow their advice. Second, find a great lender and get your financing in order before you even start looking at homes! By getting pre-approved and knowing what kind of financing is available to you, you’ll be able to better be able to select a house that will work for you. Have questions about financing a home? Just send me a DM and we’ll talk! . . . #buyersmarket #homebuyer #firsttimehomebuyer #homebuying #homesearch #househunting #homebuyingprocess #downpaymentassistance #homeequity #homevalue #homeshopping #buyersagent #buyeragent #thehelpfulagent #homeownership #homegoals #letstalkrealestate #wannabuyahouse #buyingandselling #sellingokc #sellingoklahoma #homebuyingokc #buyingokc #okclocal #okclife #okcliving #okcrealestate #okcrealtor #oklahomarealestate #modrealtyok (at Oklahoma City, Oklahoma) https://www.instagram.com/p/ClMNYpuJM8m/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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If your home magically grew 150 square feet, what would you add? Would you create a new playroom for your kids to enjoy? Or would you add more space to your kitchen to make creating delicious meals just a little easier? Let me know what you’d choose in the comments! . . . #kitchenremodel #designonabudget #designtips #homeupdate #weekendproject #homeproject #designgoals #homedesigntrends #homeownerhacks #cleanhome #cleanhomehappyhome #homemaintenancetips #householdtips #okcrealtor #okcrealestateagent #okcagent #okcforsale #modrealtyok #okcrealestate #oklahomarealestate #oklahomarealtor #okcliving #okclife #buyingandselling #sellingokc #buyingokc #homebuyingokc (at Oklahoma City, Oklahoma) https://www.instagram.com/p/ClMLDqgp6Tl/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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Doesn’t this sound like a dream? Having a home that’s just the right size for your life and holds all the happiness of your loved ones–although maybe not all of your friends! Together we can find the home that’s just right for your lifestyle and allows you to live out your dreams! Send me a DM and let’s get you on the path to your dream home. . . . #buyersmarket #homebuyer #firsttimehomebuyer #homebuying #homesearch #househunting #homebuyingprocess #downpaymentassistance #homeequity #homevalue #homeshopping #buyersagent #buyeragent #thehelpfulagent #homeownership #homegoals #letstalkrealestate #wannabuyahouse #okcrealtor #okcrealestateagent #okcagent #okcforsale #okcrealestate #sellingokc #homebuyingokc #okchomes #oklahomarealestate #oklahomarealtor #okcliving #okclife (at Oklahoma City, Oklahoma) https://www.instagram.com/p/ClGyt2irHF9/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=