What our clients say?

What our clients tell us is the only indicator of what they are thinking of our performance.  Sometimes we move forward with only experience and confidence guiding us.  Some prospects are very tight lipped and don’t have much to say.

I had to laugh the other day when an offer was written and the young buyer stated “If they don’t accept our offer, you don’t make any money”.  He was actually concerned about us getting our commission.  I loved it.  This person hit the nail on the head.  This couple found what they wanted, decided what it was worth, and knew they would either get the property, or their Realtor wouldn’t get paid.  I love logical clients.

So many potential buyers think that they will be charged a fee by a Buyer’s Agent in Oklahoma.  Although Oklahoma Realtors can charge a retainer for their services, I don’t know of any that do on a normal day to day basis.

It seams to me that more prospective home buyers are getting acquainted with the the home buying process.  The lenders are helping with credit issues and have some programs that can be beneficial to certain buyers for certain areas.

What our clients say is very important to us and by letting their guard down a little can help us to serve them more.  You don’t know if you don’t ask.  There are no bad questions.

So contact me if you have any questions.

Rick Jackson

www,dreamsdocometrue.us

The Green Light to Buy a Home

You just got the green light to buy a home.  Your lender called and is sending you a copy of your qualification to obtain a mortgage.  This is a very exciting moment that you don't hear a lot about on blogs.  Why would you blog about it?  You should be telling your Realtor that you can make an offer when a property becomes available that you might be interested in.

You strategically schedule some homes to see.  The rest is up to you.

Rick Jackson W/ Paradigm AdvantEdge

www.DreamsDoComeTrue.Us

Paradigm AvantEdge Realty continues to grow

Paradigm AdvantEdge continues to grow and is proud to announce their new office at Northwest Expressway and Piedmont Road will soon be complete.  This will make four offices dispersed across the Oklahoma City Area.  Below is the locations of second largest owner owned and operated Broker's Oklahoma City area offices.

Office Locations

Paradigm Corporate N.W.
16301 N.  May Ave
Edmond, OK 73013

Paradigm East Office
5601 S.E. 67th Street, Suite B
Oklahoma City, OK 73135

Paradigm South Office
1530 S.W. 119th Street
Oklahoma City, OK 73170

Paradigm Piedmont Office
13100 Colony Pointe
Piedmont OK 73078

With offices all across Oklahoma City, we will be able to offer you a more convenient service and work closer to the area you live or are buying in.
Rick Jackson
405-826-8599

Dreams Do Come True

From the Slab up

From the slab up until the time the last nail is driven and the last window is cleaned off, you have waited for this moment.  You’re about to close on your new custom built home.  The builder accommodated your plan changes, added a few custom features, and you picked the colors.  This is not a cookie cutter home. It is your dream home in a wonderful neighborhood; in a wonderful location.

Of course what seemed like forever was really only a few months, but during that time you were dreaming of where you would put your furniture and you were shopping for new furniture.  The kids are excited too.  They will finally have their very own rooms and a playroom too!

When the builder said it would be 6 months before your new custom home was built, that seemed like such a long time.  You didn’t want to put your current home on the market too soon because if it sold quickly you would have to rent a place to live and that would mean moving twice.  As lovely as your home is with its custom rainbow paint colors, lime green shag carpet, and Hawaiian motif, who wouldn’t fall in love with it on the first showing and then there you would be – homeless.

So you waited and cleaned and threw away old toys and closet clutter.  You touched up the rainbow paint colors in every room.  You had the lime green shag carpet professionally cleaned and then, two months before you were scheduled to close on your new custom built home, you decided it was now time to put your home on the market.

You call a Realtor which you heard once had a quick sale and decided they were the Realtor for you.  But when they came and viewed your home and realized that you had to sell in one month so you could close in two months, your hopes dwindled and panic set in.  Could it be done?  Maybe.  What would it take?  Taking every word of the advice your Realtor would give you to heart and acting upon it immediately.  Neutral paint colors.  Neutral carpet colors.  Up to date fixtures, countertops, tile, and appliances.  Would this guarantee a quick sale?  No, but at least then you would the home that would stand out in a sea of homes on the market.

You might then be even more dismayed when you realize that if you had called that same Realtor BEFORE you started building your custom home, they could have negotiated professionally in a knowledgeable way with the builder.  What do Realtors know about custom home building and working with builders that you don’t know?  A LOT!!  Many Realtors have worked extensively with builders and know what is important to them and how to work with them to get what is important to you on a budget you can afford.  Working with a Realtor on a new custom home could very easily save you money and get you more of the things you’ve dreamed of.

Also, that same Realtor would have had you getting your home ready for the market and then on the market much sooner.  In today’s market it is not unusual for even the best of homes to take up to 6 months to sell. 

Building your new custom home should be a wonderful time of your life.  Solicit a professional who has had experience in this area to help you with a plan to make it all happen for you.

Call me today for more details on building your dream home;

Rick Jackson 405-826-8599
www.dreamsdocometrue.us

High End Homes in Edmond

Hi End Homes in Edmond
$244900 MLS® 1835 TALL GRASS COURT

(Settlers Crossing - Edmond, Oklahoma, US)

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WONDERFUL 4 BEDROOM 2.5 BATHS PLUS GAMEROOM UPSTAIRS OPT. 5TH BEDROOM ,SPACIOUS GREATROOM WITH STONE FIREPLACE AND TV CABINET ABOVE MANTLE, WOOD FLOORS, KITCHEN WITH WALK IN PANTRY & BUTLERS PANTRY. LOTS OF NATURAL LIGHTING,TALL CEILINGS,VERY OPEN FLOOR PLAN AND AMAZING VIEWS OF WALKING TRAILS AND POND.TANTUM GARAGE All THIS IN A QUIET CUL-DE-SAC. WOW!!!$5000.GRANITE OR CLOSING COST ALLOWANCE. CHECK OUT THE PRICE DON'T LET IT PASS YOU BY.

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$175000 MLS® 1819 Redtail Hawk

North Edmond (112) (Hawks Landing - Edmond, Oklahoma, US)

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Fabulous 3 bed home on large, corner lot with EXCELLENT CURB APPEAL! NEW Carrier Heating & Air units, 50 gallon hot water tank, Solar Screens, Solid Core doors, Wood Shutters in Dining and Front Bedroom, and **SAFEROOM**! Master has TWO Walk-in Closets,HUGE Masterbath with Jacuzzi,Garden Tub...NICE! Hawks Landing is a Wonderful neighborhood with something for everyone...POOL, PARK, & WALKING TRAILS!!

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$205000 MLS® 404 Bright Angel Trail

North Edmond (112) (Thomas Trails - Edmond, Oklahoma, US)

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Thomas Trails Addition in Edmond! FANTASTIC 4 Bed home in PRISTINE condition on Corner Lot!! SPACIOUS Kitchen w/ moveable ISLAND, Gas Range, Breakfast Bar, Pantry, TONS of Cabinet & Counter space, and Under-Cabinet Lighting! Fresh Interior Paint with Great Colors Throughout! Not only does this home LOOK fabulous, but it was also built to be Energy Efficient, along with Germicidal Air Filtration & Thermasteel Construction! The pictures say the rest!.. PRICED TO SELL TODAY!

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$312700 MLS® 2524 Hunt Club Ct

Edmond (Steeplechase - Edmond, Oklahoma, US)

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Crisp, clean and move-in ready! This Loy Roberts built home exhibits classic styles – entry gallery features study, formal dining and formal living area. The family room off the kitchen has a cozy fireplace, richly stained oak mantle and built-ins, cathedral ceiling and plenty of bright windows. Plantation shutters and wood blinds throughout. New interior paint, exterior paint and new carpet on the first level. There is ample counter space in the kitchen with center isle and a pass-thru with views into the family room and out to the patio. The master suite is roomy and has a large bathroom with corner jetted tub and separate shower. Stylish touches upstairs as well such as the extended landing with corner niche, guest bedroom with private full bath plus two more bedrooms, one with a vaulted ceiling. Situated on an attractive, elevated lot landscaped for privacy and beauty. Steeplechase is a superb East Edmond neighborhood with swimming pool, playground, volleyball court, creek-side walking trails and active HOA. Convenient location very close to I-35 makes for easy commute to Tinker, downtown, airport and shopping.

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$143900 MLS® 2521 NW 161st St

(Seminole Pointe - Edmond, Oklahoma, US)

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$135900 MLS® 2609 Nw 162nd Ter

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This home has been loved and cared for by one owner since it was built. Recent updates include new carpet and paint, Central heat and air, hot water tank are approximately 5 years old, roof was replaced in August 2010. There are two outbuildings in the backyard, carport, plus a 1 car garage. All in a quiet established neighborhood. Put this one on your list to see because it won't last long!

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$154900 MLS® 6300 S. Hiwassee Road

443343 (Unnamed Areas - Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, US)

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Completely remodeled from the studs out. Four bedroom, 2 bath. New hardwood flooring. New Kitchen appliances, new bathrooms, new carpet, insulation. New roof in 2004. 16X30 deck. 36X36 barn built in 2007. 3 additional outdoor storage buildings. Mid/Del School District. This is a great buy! Large Bedrooms

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$115000 MLS® 3332 NW 18th Street

OKCMAR (Linwood - Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, US)

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Amazing 2bd,1 bth,Formal Dining,Updated Kitchen,Appliances negotiable,Touch Screen Alarm System,Hardwood Floors,Home Completely Repainted,Large Closets, Carpeted Bedrooms,Cvrd Front Patio,Can lights,Historic Linwood, next to everything, Penn Square Mall, Oklahoma City University, University of Oklahoma Health Science Center,Chesapeake Energy. Newer Windows,garage offered as-is, call today to see your new home! Home located in 73107 Zip Code.

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$90000 MLS® 1465 Rancho Drive

303 (Stanford II - Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, US)

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PERFECT HOME FOR LARGE FAMILY WITH 5 LARGE BEDROOMS....Built in 1949 on a Corner Lot with Backyard Access....Walking Distance to Grant High School....Fenced Backyard with 2 Storage Buildings......Newer Roof and Newer Double Glazed Energy Effiecent Windows.....Kitchen amenities include Lots of Oak Cabinets, Counter Space, Built-in Elect Stove/Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Breakfast Bar, Lzy Susan,Stainless Sinks.....Large Living Room with 2 Dining Areas plus Inside Utility Room......Home needs some TLC. Call today for your own personal showing.

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$125000 MLS® 8628 NW 91st Street

444202 (Rambling Acres - Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, US)

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This is a wonderful two story home located on a cul-de-sac lot. Nice neighborhood & close to expressway, shopping & schools. All four bedrooms are good size with great closet space. Kitchen has plenty of counter space & cabinet space for storage. There are two dining areas which one could be used as another living room. The backyard is private & peaceful. Very clean & in move in ready condition.

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$91500 MLS® 6001 NW 26th St.

OKMAR (White Oak Village - Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, US)

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So cute!! So affordable!! Large fenced, treed, corner lot, with very well kept home. View your street happenings and front door from your kitchen table. Got to see this extremely well-kept home.....

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$117000 MLS® 4300 SE 87th

306 (Cedar Ridge Traditions - Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, US)

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$439900 MLS® 5201 Ne 48th St

(Oklahoma City - Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, US)

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$121900 MLS® 4609 NW 59 Terr

OKC - NW (Williams Spring Hill - Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, US)

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Wonderful home located in desirable Rollingwood area, clsoe to shoppin, restaurants and schools. Home totally remodeled: new carpet throughout, kitchen updated with new cabinets, oversized ceramic tile, stainless steel dishwasher, tile back splash and new fixtures. Private fenced backyard which is perfect for private entertaining. Buyer to verify sf.

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$62000 MLS® 8613 S Independence

OKC - SW OKC (Cambridge lll - Del City, Oklahoma, US)

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$59900 MLS® 6100 N Brookline Avenue, #22

OKC - NW (Normandie - Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, US)

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Nice upper unit (no neighbor above)! Three (3) beds, washer dryer hookups, fresh paint and natural colors, new roof in 2010, TWO pools to choose from, condo fee pays insurance, ext maintenance, water, trash and sewer. Lots of light in this 1211 sf unit and priced at less than assessor market value - take a look. Why rent?

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$525000 MLS® 2616 Elmhurst

oklahoma city, ok (Nichols Hills Wilshire - Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, US)

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$119900 MLS® 6704 Elk Canyon Rd

(Canyon North - Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, US)

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$164900 MLS® 733 SW 156th Pl

(Stone Meadows - Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, US)

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Talking to Forbes about Oklahoma City

In a recent article, Forbes named Oklahoma City as the best place in the United States for Bargain retirement.  I felt very fortunate to speak to the writer and inform  Zack O'malley Greenburg who wrote the article about all the things that Oklahoma City has going for it. 
As we talked about the Oklahoma City Real estate market, I was a little hesitant, but as we got to the part that I like about Oklahoma City, I couldn't quit telling him about all the the things to do and sights to see.
I recalled that several years ago that Forbes placed Oklahoma City as one of the most recession proof Cities in the United States.  I feel with publicity like this and all the new things the metro area has to offer that it's only going to get better.
 Zack O'malley Greenburg had already reached his conclusion about Oklahoma City by crunching the numbers.  However, he was unaware of a lot of the new things that are going on.  For instance the new outlet mall under construction.  The maps 3 project, and the Devon Tower that is going to stand higher than most buildings this side of the Mississippi.  He was unaware of all the great health facilities that the Oklahoma City area has to offer.  To me, this is just icing on the cake of the interview.
Later, Yahoo re-posted the article by Forbes about Oklahoma City's status.  We started getting calls from other areas that Zack had compared home pricing with.  It seams a lot of the US didn't know how far a dollar will go here.
Dreams Do Come True, our web site was created with relocation in mind as well as for local people looking for homes.  We have been very successful helping families move here from other states.  The great thing about it is we have made new friends by doing what we do. We pride ourselves on keeping clients up to date on listings, inspections, and keeping things moving through the closing process.
If your thinking about relocating to the Oklahoma City area, feel free to contact us via email, or phone.  We want to help you with your transition and welcome you as a neighbor.  We love Oklahoma City, or we wouldn't live here.  Let us help you make your dream come true in Oklahoma City.
Sincerely,
Rick and Nancy Jackson
Dreams Do Come True in Oklahoma City