Tips Archives • Kay Pratt RE/MAX

Pay Attention to Details When Looking at Homes

I often see home buyers walk into a home and within 2 minutes say "WOW, THIS IS THE ONE!" First impressions are very important for sure, but with such important financial investment, it is a good idea … Continue reading...

Spring Clean your Air Conditioner

Summer in Oklahoma is right around the corner and now is the time to clean and prepare your air conditioning unit for the hot summer months. You can call an HVAC company to clean your unit, or you can … Continue reading...

Tips for keeping your lawn mower ready for spring mowing season

Kay and I live on 2.5 acres in north central Edmond. We love the large yard but that means mowing is VERY important to keeping our home and yard looking nice. When we first moved in I purchased a 61” … Continue reading...

Five common mistakes buyers make when searching for a home

Purchasing a home is typically the most expensive investment most people make. It is a big decision fraught with legal paperwork. A poor home choice can cost you big time - a house with hidden … Continue reading...

Real estate phishing scams

The National Association of Realtors - NAR - recently issued a warning about phishing scams that are targeting the real estate business. A recent report from the cybersecurity firm eSentire found that … 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...

Interactive map of crime data in Moore

Users can see an interactive map showing recent crimes in their neighborhood or across the city. Crimereport is free to use.

The City of Moore Police Department is now reporting crime data to CrimeReports, allowing anyone to see an interactive map of recent crimes in the city. Viewers can see detailed information about the … Continue reading...

Clean your windows before listing your home

The easiest way to clean your windows is to hire a professional window cleaning company such as Jarvis Enterprises.

First impressions are important, and clean windows are critical to making a great first impression. Every window in your home should be cleaned inside and out so that buyers don't notice dust, bugs … 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...

Dewalt app for home improvement enthusiasts

We use this Dewalt app all the time on construction projects around our home in Edmond. It is handy for simple area or length conversions, calculative volume for concrete, dirt or fill sand, and a variety of other tasks.

Do you like to work around your home on various home improvement projects? Maybe pour a concrete patio, or build a deck on your patio, or lay tile in your master bathroom? After living at the same … Continue reading...

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