Homeowners Archives • Kay Pratt RE/MAX

Building a fence at your new home

Now that you have moved into your home, you are ready to build a fence. Who do you call? How do you find your property lines? How much do I need to allow for an easement? Building a fence is more … Continue reading...

Do Smart Thermostats really save you money?

Many new homes are being installed with smart thermostats - ones that connect to your in-home WIFI network, work with your smartphone, and learn your habits to better adjust your thermostat settings … Continue reading...

Moving into your home checklist

Congratulations on moving into your new home and this beginning of a new and exciting stage in your life. It’s not every day that you get to move into a new home. You have every right to be proud of … Continue reading...

When do I need to move out of my house?

I often get asked "When do I need to pack my belongings and move out of my house once it is under contract?" While it would be nice to just hire a moving company to come and pack your belongings a few … Continue reading...

Installing a Smart Lock for your home

The Schlage Sense deadbolt door lock offers an external digital keypad that allows remote access for anyone with a key combination. You can easily create discrete key codes for different family members, allowing you to know who unlocked the door.

I came home from a weekend away and discovered the lock on our back patio door no longer worked. Kay and I decided it was time to upgrade to a "smart lock" that allows us to lock and unlock the door … Continue reading...

Sow Oklahoma wildflower seeds in the fall for great color in the spring

While most people think of planting as a springtime activity, fall is a great time to sow wildflower seeds that will blossom next spring. That is the way nature sows seeds - flowers lose seeds in the … Continue reading...

Adding a Deck – Turning a Liability into an Asset

Once we had the substructure in place we installed the decking. This went fairly quickly. Finishing the railing and trim took a bit longer.

How do you turn a liability - a small back yard - into an asset? Although some buyers prefer no back yard or as little yard as possible, the vast majority of home buyers, especially those looking … Continue reading...

Include a home inventory with your disaster kit

Oklahoman's are no strangers to disaster. Many prepare a disaster kit for their families that includes food, water, batteries, and medical supplies. But it is also a great idea to include an inventory … Continue reading...

Inexpensive updates to your home can help it sell fast

You don't need a big budget to update your home for a faster sell. There are a number of relatively minor updates you can do yourself that will have a big impact when it comes time to sell your … Continue reading...

Tips for Updating Your Home To Sell Fast

Nothing screams "1980" like shoulder pads, popcorn ceilings and brass fixtures. Update your home with modern touches to help it sell faster and at a higher price.

Does your home look like it came right out of the 1980's? Nothing says Oklahoma in 1980 more than shoulder pads, poofy hair and popcorn ceilings in your home! And here is a tip - today's home buyer's … Continue reading...

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