How Can Cleansing Rain Help You Clean and Organize Your Home?

Today, I want to talk about Cleansing Rain, which is an incredible home cleaning business here in our town.To learn more about the business and how it began, I spoke with the owner, Lacie Partney.

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  Today, I want to talk about an incredible home cleaning business here in our town: Cleansing Rain. When I asked how she got the idea to begin her business, owner Lacie Partney told me she wasn’t always such a neat and organized person. According to Lacie, it all began when she returned to Tulsa after two years on the mission field. At that point in time, she was searching for something to do. Since then, she’s found cleaning homes to be very fulfilling. She says it really helps her build relationships. On top of that, Lacie herself makes all of the natural cleaning products she uses.  

From your attic to your junk drawer, Lacie is happy to help anyone declutter.

This is just one of the things that help her stand out from other cleaning companies in town. She also loves to help people get more organized. From your attic to your junk drawer, Lacie is happy to help anyone declutter. But, it doesn’t stop there. Once she helps her clients declutter their spaces, Lacie also helps them develop an organizational system that can be implemented into their specific lifestyle. One thing Lacie highly recommends is to make use of vertical space. Instead of buying new furniture that takes up floor space, she suggests that people try to utilize their walls for storage, instead. To learn more about Lacie and her business, you can visit her website at www.CleansingRain918.com. If you have any other questions or would like more information, feel free to give me a call or send me an email. I look forward to hearing from you soon.

How Should You Handle a Low Offer?

When you encounter an offer that is lower than asking price, it’s common to negotiate. Do not take the low offer personally.

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Today, I’m going to give my two cents on a topic that keeps coming up in our business. I know if you’ve watched my videos in the past, I say the same things over and over again. That just because we sell lots and lots of houses and we get to help lots and lots of people. We have a lot of experience with this. I am still primarily the listing agent for our team, so I mostly work with sellers. I receive offers from agents that are working with buyers, and so many times these offers come in lower than the listing price, and sometimes with other concessions built in, such as closing costs and warranties. I will admit that sometimes, I’m a little shocked at some of the offers we get. Then I remember that in a buyer’s mind, they are doing the best that they can for their family. Of course they want to make a lower offer, because they feel like it’s their job to negotiate. Well, as an agent, that’s also part of our job: to best prepare our clients and to explain the market to them. When we receive these lower offers or offers that have different contingencies built in, it’s our job to settle the client (the seller) and explain to them that these are expected—low offers like these are the norm. 

I will admit that sometimes, I’m a little shocked at some of the offers we get.

I’ll admit it: I forget that you guys don’t do this every day like I do. I do need to slow down and understand where you’re coming from, because as a seller, you are working to get your best deal and to put the most money in your pocket. That is my goal for you, too. However, I do know that I’m studying the market all the time and monitoring the average list-to-sales price of the MLS, how we can put the most money in your pocket and at the same time, get your home sold. An offer early on may be a little lower than you were planning on, and yet, if it doesn’t sell, how much longer will you have it? Remember that the process of selling is a negotiation. Please do not ever reject an offer; you have to do a little bit of negotiating to show that you want to sell your house. The buyer is working to get their best number, and you’re working to get your best number, so sometimes you have to get together in the middle somewhere. That’s our goal: to get you the most money, and for the buyers to get the best deal. At the same time, we have to work together to achieve your real estate dreams. Let me know if this was helpful to you, and if you have any questions, give me call! I'd love to speak with you.

How to Finally Achieve Your Fitness Goals

Today I've brought in my private trainer Ashley Armstrong to give you some tips on holding yourself accountable when it comes to your fitness this year. 

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I'm really happy to be joined today by my amazing private trainer, Ashley Armstrong.

I wanted to feature Ashley because I have found so much value in my life and in my physical state by final investing in a private trainer. When I turned 40 (many years ago), I knew I'd always have a goal of exercising three times a week and that it would never happen. I have a coach who holds me accountable in my business, and I decided it was finally time to invest in someone to hold me accountable for training. I pay her to hold me accountable, I show up, and I perform.
I've found that I'm stronger all over, mentally and physically, and I love Ashley for that.
I wanted to bring Ashley on today since it's a new year and I want to help you get off on the right foot and be accountable in your fitness routine. She's got some tips for holding yourself accountable.
As Ashley says, we feel kind of silly making New Year's resolutions because it's so cliche. However, we do it because it works. Come up with some goals that are both measurable and attainable, she says. You want to challenge yourself and do so in a measurable way. Don't just say 'I want to lose weight.' How much weight do you want to lose and by when? Giving yourself deadlines make them true goals.

When you get one healthy habit in your life on track, the others tend to follow.

She added that joining a gym is the best way to stay accountable since you're investing money into it. Our habits tend to follow our money, Ashley points out. Ashley's gym Sky offers both childcare and classes. The classes hold you accountable by having set times, and you have to do the things that the instructor is telling you to do. They also have a weight loss competition called Sky 180 a couple times a year. The next one starts at the end of January and offers a meal plan. It's a team weight loss competition, so you'll be motivated even more for the team effort, and not just yourself.

Of course, the best way to be accountable is to hire a private trainer. They can watch your form, help you develop goals, and help you with nutrition coaching, which is always important to include with your exercise.
I know that when my body feels stronger, I feel more productive in life. As Ashley says, healthy habits overlap each other. Sometimes, when you get one part of your life back on track, the others tend to follow.
If you'd like to learn more from Ashley, check out her page on the the Meet the Trainers section on www.Sky-Fit.com. I'd also be happy to put you in contact with her.
As always, if you need anything at all, you can always give me a call or send me an email. I look forward to helping you!

Have You Seen Our Home Valuation Website?

Our own home valuation website allows you to find the value of your home anytime you want. 

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Are you curious what your home might be worth? I have good news — our team has our own home valuation website. 

What this means is that we have a site that is just designed to help you find the value of your home. If you visit this site to find the value of your property, you will have to enter both the property’s address and your email address. You can also add your phone number if you like.

We’re not here to hassle you; we’re here to help you.

The website is called www.tulsahomevalue.com. Feel free to visit it if you want an idea of your home’s value. If you don’t feel comfortable giving out your information, I totally understand. Save this information for later or pass it on to someone else. We’re not here to hassle you; we’re here to help. 

If you have any questions, please feel free to give us a call or send is an email. I look forward to helping you! 

How Love Letters Help Tulsa Buyers & Sellers

Writing a letter about how much you love a home is a great way to stand out from the competition.

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Love letters can be extremely important in today’s real estate market. Writing a letter about how much you love the home gives both buyers and sellers a competitive edge. 

If you are selling, we always encourage you to write a love letter to your home. That way, we can use that information to better market the property. Buyers purchase homes based on emotion, and that love letter will make your property more appealing. 

Writing a real estate love letter will set you apart from the competition.

If you are buying a home, we have found that buyers also have luck when they write a love letter to submit with their offers. Our market has low inventory and high demand right now, and multiple offers are common. Writing a love letter will set you apart from the competition. 

In fact, this past weekend we had multiple offers on a couple of our listings and two out of the three winning offers came with love letters. Those letters made a huge impact on the sellers; they truly felt each buyer’s enthusiasm for their home. 

If you have any questions about buying or selling a home in this competitive market, please don’t hesitate to give us a call or send us an email. We would be happy to help you!

We’re Giving Back in Tulsa with Keys to the City

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I’m thrilled to announce some exciting news: we have created a nonprofit foundation here in Tulsa called Keys to the City!

We wanted to give back to the community, as well as you, our clients past and present. We have found so much joy in giving back. Here’s how it works: $100 from every closing will go back to your favorite nonprofit here in town. Another $100 from that closing will go into our new foundation. The purpose is to educate, mentor, and give scholarships to our local youth.

Recently, I became a certified trainer for QL. This is a world changing mindset course developed specifically for our youth. It’s truly my passion to give back to our youth and help them learn how to get into action and have a huge life.

If you’re interested in some more info, check out the Keys to the City website. We look forward to talking to you soon!

Ludger's Catering Is More than Just Great Food

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Today we are very excited to be talking to you about one of our favorite local businesses here in Tulsa, Ludger’s Catering. We are here with Megan Sherrill, the owner of Ludger’s Catering, to talk a little bit about her business and how they serve the Tulsa community.

The Ludger’s name has been around Tulsa for over 30 years now. Around 8 years ago, Ludger was ready to retire and offered Megan and her chef husband, Scott, the chance to buy his wonderful name and catering business here in Tulsa.

Ludger’s Catering is a full-service business. They stay busy catering events from weddings, anniversaries, receptions- big and small!

What really makes them stand out is their customer service. Megan and her great waitstaff and bartenders make people feel at home, while her husband Scott runs the kitchen with a team of talented chefs. Not only can they serve delicious food and drinks, they can help you with everything you need from an event planning standpoint, including getting chairs, tables, centerpieces, and even designing the event for you.

If you have any questions for Megan or Scott, or are just curious about the work that they do, visit their website at ludgerscatering.com or give them a call at (918)-744-9988. If you have any questions for us, or are looking to buy or sell in Tulsa, you can always give us a call or send us an email. Talk to you soon!

Our Special Offer for New Clients

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Today, we're coming to you with some exciting news!

We have a special that we're offering our new clients this month. Basically, we'll sell your home in 59 days or less, or we'll sell it for free!

Of course, some conditions apply, so if you're interested, give me a call or send me an email. I look forward to speaking with you!

Check out the Junior League of Tulsa

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Today, I'm here at the Junior League of Tulsa. I just completed a committee meeting with the Facilities Corporation Board. Our job is to maintain and update this building.

In Tulsa, our headquarters serves as a great rental facility as well. We are working to increase the number of rentals. Over the last couple of years, there have been significant updates made to the building.

If you need to have any kind of business meeting, party, or wedding receptions, there are many different sized rooms to accommodate your needs. Pricing is very affordable, so go to www.jltulsa.org to learn more.

If you know anyone who needs any help renting a building, please let me know. We look forward to hearing from you!