Oklahoma Real Estate Radio

Send us a Text Message.Angie Grant, a real estate agent and flipper, shares her experience in the industry and discusses various designations she has obtained. She emphasizes the importance of investing in rental properties and provides advice for agents looking to enter that side of the business. Angie also talks about the current real estate market in Oklahoma City and the changes coming in July. She highlights the value of coaching and how it has contributed to her success in 2024. Angie Grant discusses her experience in real estate and the importance of finding the right coach. She shares her journey in buying her first piece of real estate and her transition from working at a franchise to an independent brokerage. Angie also talks about the systems and apps she uses to run her business and the importance of communication with clients. She discusses the future of real estate in Oklahoma and the need for creative solutions. Angie emphasizes the importance of educating buyers and sellers about their options and wishes they understood the process better. She also shares her strategies for balancing work and family life.Christi Gillentine is the Host of the Oklahoma Real Estate Radio Podcast and Co-Founder of 918 Home Team in Tulsa, Oklahoma.  She has been in real estate for over 21 years. She specializes in New Construction Sales and is a Business Coach You can reach her at 918-269-1988  or OklahomaRealEstateRadio.comSupport the Show.

Send us a Text Message.Mae West, a successful real estate agent, shares her journey and insights on using social media to grow her business. She started in network marketing and used her online marketing skills to create an online presence for her real estate business. She focuses on making real estate attractive on social media by showcasing not only beautiful homes but also sharing information about the local area. Mae emphasizes the importance of finding your niche on social media and being consistent in your content. She also discusses the challenges of being a real estate agent and the need for thick skin and perseverance. May West discusses the changes in the real estate industry and the upcoming lawsuits. She is excited about the changes and believes it will benefit agents who know their worth. She also talks about the importance of getting buyer broker agreements signed and the potential challenges with 0% commission deals. May shares her go-to apps and services, including Flowdesk, CapCut, and Calendly. She emphasizes the power of social media as an underrated lead generation tool. May explains her business structure, with an assistant and a closing coordinator. She advises buyers and sellers to understand that the process takes time, typically three to six months. May believes that home ownership is the best form of investing. You can reach her at 918-697-2733. Christi Gillentine is the Host of the Oklahoma Real Estate Radio Podcast and Co-Founder of 918 Home Team in Tulsa, Oklahoma.  She has been a Realtor for over 21 years. She specializes in New Construction Sales and is a Business Coach You can reach her at 918-269-1988  or OklahomaRealEstateRadio.comSupport the Show.

Send us a Text Message.Team Leaders Series #3Jim Miller shares his journey into real estate and how the market has changed over the years. He emphasizes the importance of personal connections and being an expert in the local market. Jim also discusses the challenges of building a team and the need for systems and processes. He advises new agents to find the right brokerage and take the time to learn and understand the market.  He emphasizes the importance of staying in the market consistently, even during downturns, and the need to adapt and learn different ways to make money with a real estate license. Jim also talks about the stability of the Oklahoma real estate market and the factors that contribute to its growth. He highlights the influx of people moving to Oklahoma from other states and the opportunities for investment and development in the area. Jim also discusses his approach to sales and customer experience, focusing on building relationships and understanding clients' needs. Jim Miller discusses his unique selling proposition as a real estate agent, which is his ability to cover a large area and provide a joyful and problem-solving experience for his clients. He also talks about his willingness to sell different types of properties, including land and commercial properties, and his approach to helping buyers find their perfect home. Jim emphasizes the importance of community involvement and respectful conversations about politics and religion. He believes that homeownership is the path to the American dream and the basis of personal wealth and freedom. You can reach Jim at jim@homes4ok.comChristi Gillentine is the Host of the Oklahoma Real Estate Radio Podcast and Co-Founder of 918 Home Team in Tulsa, Oklahoma.  She has been in real estate for over 21 years. She specializes in New Construction Sales and is a Business Coach You can reach her at 918-269-1988  or OklahomaRealEstateRadio.comSupport the Show.

Send us a Text Message.Lender Series #4Brian Taylor, a mortgage banker with 21 years of experience, shares his insights and advice for real estate agents and buyers. He discusses his journey in the industry, navigating the 2008 market crash, and preparing for market changes. Brian emphasizes the importance of real estate as an investment and encourages buyers to take advantage of the current market conditions. He also discusses the use of 401k funds for down payments and provides an outlook for the real estate market in 2024. The conversation covers various topics related to interest rates, the Federal Reserve, affordability, down payment assistance, and overlays in the mortgage industry. The pressure on the Fed to lower rates is discussed, along with the factors that influence mortgage rates. The swing of interest rates and the historical context of rates are explored. The impact of debt-to-income ratio on affordability is highlighted, as well as the availability of assumable loans. The concept of buying down rates is explained, and the importance of understanding overlays in lending is emphasized. The conversation also touches on down payment assistance programs and the Tulsa Remote Program. The advice for young homebuyers is to consider the affordability of the local market and explore available assistance programs. In this conversation, Brian Taylor discusses the meaning of home ownership and its significance in building wealth and generational freedom. He emphasizes that home ownership is not just a place to live but also a vehicle for creating wealth and providing for future generations. Real estate is seen as the fastest way to build wealth, making home ownership a powerful tool for financial success. You can reach Brian Taylor at 918-728-9178.Christi Gillentine is the Host of the Oklahoma Real Estate Radio Podcast and Co-Founder of 918 Home Team in Tulsa, Oklahoma.  She has been in real estate for over 20 years. She specializes in New Construction Sales and is a Business Coach You can reach her at 918-269-1988  or OklahomaRealEstateRadio.comSupport the Show.

Send us a Text Message.Team Leader Series #2Jessica Scott shares her journey as a Team Leader from a young solo agent in 2004, offering insight on what has made her team a success and what pit falls to avoid when starting a team. There are many things to consider when start, joining or growing a Real Estate Team. Jessica dives into these details and much more in this episode. Jessica Scott  is the Founder and Team Leader of Jessica Scott and Associates in Tulsa Oklahoma. Her team ranks in the Top 1% in Oklahoma Real Estate. Jessica is one of the most  respected Realtors in Oklahoma. You can reach her at jessicascott@kw.com.Christi Gillentine is a Realtor with eXp Realty and Co-Founder of Tulsa Oklahoma's  918 Home Team.  She specializes in New Construction Sales  You can reach her at OklahomaRealEstateRadio.comSHOW SPONSORSTitan Title Closing ServicesA full-service escrow company in Oklahoma, your transaction is our #1 priority.Support the showSupport the Show.

Send us a Text Message.Lender Series #3Juan Rodriguez shares on starting in mortgage lending right before the 2008 crash, how the affordability of Tulsa caused him to move from Southern California; and why the time has never been better to live and do business in Oklahoma.Juan is the Top Mortgage lender with Bank of Oklahoma.  He specializes in crafting a working plan to get home buyers positioned to take advantage of any market.  You can reach Juan at juan.rodriguez@bokf.com or 918-408-8921.Christi Gillentine is Team Leader of Tulsa Oklahoma's  918 Home Team.  She specializes in New Construction Sales  You can reach her at 918Agents.com or 918-269-1988.SHOW SPONSORSTitan Title Closing ServicesA full-service escrow company in Oklahoma, your transaction is our #1 priority.Patriot Survey CompanyPatriot Survey is dedicated to providing laser-focused land surveying in Oklahoma, just call (833) 752-8833Support the showSupport the Show.

Send us a Text Message.Team Leader Series #1Tracy Ellis shares on his ten year journey in real estate and building the Ellis Real Estate Team from day one in the business. How turning his team into a tribe has helped with agent retention, growth and how success can be found for anyone who is willing to follow support systems.Tracy Ellis is the Team Leader of the Ellis Real Estate Team that started in Tulsa Oklahoma.  With a track record of agent loyalty, the Ellis Team is structured to support partners with the resources and guidance that has created a thriving tribe of professionals including an operations manager, coach and transaction coordinator.  The Ellis Team is in the top 1% nationally and ranks as a top team in Oklahoma. You can reach Tracy at tracy.ellis@kw.comChristi Gillentine is Co-Founder of Tulsa Oklahoma's  918 Home Team.  She specializes in New Construction Sales  You can reach her at OklahomaRealEstateRadio.comSHOW SPONSORSTitan Title Closing ServicesA full-service escrow company in Oklahoma, your transaction is our #1 priority.Support the showSupport the Show.

Send us a Text Message.Broker Series #6Jared Brown Broker with Remax Legacy in Broken Arrow Oklahoma talks about the realities of grit and grind in the industry and the simple truths that lead to profound success in Real Estate.  You can reach him at (918) 407-8795Christi Gillentine is Co-Founder of Tulsa Oklahoma's  918 Home Team.  She specializes in New Construction Sales  You can reach her at OklahomaRealEstateRadio.comSHOW SPONSORS:Titan Title Closing ServicesA full-service escrow company in Oklahoma, your transaction is our #1 priority.Support the Show.

Send us a Text Message.Investor Series #1Pete Reese opens up about secrets of land investors who flip at a high level, how he finds investments, what to consider when buying investment property out of state and what he looks for in looking for Real Estate Agents partners. Pete Reese is a Land Investor who flips investments around the country. Like many investors, Pete is looking at opportunities that Oklahoma brings to the investment market.  With over 15 years in the real estate industry and experiencing the 2008 housing market crash, Pete shares insight in his journey to flipping millions of dollars in just about all states.  Pete lives in San Diego California with his family. You can reach him at reese@turningprofit.com.Christi Gillentine is Co-Founder of Tulsa Oklahoma's  918 Home Team.  She specializes in New Construction Sales  You can reach her at OklahomaRealEstateRadio.comSHOW SPONSORSTitan Title Closing ServicesA full-service escrow company in Oklahoma, your transaction is our #1 priority.Support the Show.

Send us a Text Message.Lender Series #2Karen Heston shares how she bought her first home with an assumable mortgage, plus a deep dive into the limited ways a conventional loan can be assumed. Dig in with details on USDA and Native American 184 loans, plus the good news in lending as we move into 2023!Check out the sources Karen Mentions in this episode:Mortgage Market AnimalsKaren Heston is a Mortgage lender with Bank of Oklahoma.  She has over 30 years background and service in the Real Estate Industry that includes residential sales, appraisals, bank foreclosures, title work and of course mortgage lending You can reach her at KHeston@bokf.com .Christi Gillentine is Co-Founder of 918 Home Team in Tulsa, Oklahoma.  She specializes in New Construction Sales and is a Business Coach You can reach her at 918Realtors.com or OklahomaRealEstateRadio.comSupport the Show.

Send us a Text Message.Lender Series #1Jeremiah Lindsey shares insight on the mortgage industry, where to find free money for your home buyers, overlay issues, FHA red flags and moreCheck out the information source Jeremiah Mentions in this episode:MBS HighwayScotsman GuideJeremiah is a Mortgage Lender with Flat Branch Mortgage in Tulsa Oklahoma.  His team is part of the Flat Branch's Presidents Club and he is Top Loan Originator with Scotsman Guide  You can reach him at jlindsey@fbhl.com .Christi Gillentine is Co-Founder of 918 Home Team in Tulsa, Oklahoma.  She specializes in New Construction Sales and is a Business Coach You can reach her at 918Realtors.com or OklahomaRealEstateRadio.comSupport the Show.

Send us a Text Message.Broker Series #4Arlys Spiker talks about how teams function in larger markets, open house safety, commission structure changes coming to our industry and more!Check out the sources Arlys Mentions in this episode:Inman NewsThe Compound Effect by Darren HardyChase the Lion by Mark BattersonArlys Spiker is a Broker and Director of Education for Chinowth and Cohen Realtors in Tulsa Oklahoma.  She was one of the first Realtors to earn the Accredited Buyer Representative in the state of Oklahoma.  You can reach her at aaspiker@gmail.Christi Gillentine is Co-Founder of 918 Home Team in Tulsa, Oklahoma.  She specializes in New Construction Sales and is a Business Coach You can reach her at 918Realtors.com or OklahomaRealEstateRadio.comTitan Title Closing ServicesA full-service escrow company in Oklahoma, your transaction is our #1 priority.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the Show.

Send us a Text Message.Broker Series #3Becky Zarecki talks about normalization of the market, why you should always be kind, how often you should be talking to your lender and what is Door carting and why you should try it!Check out the sources Becky Mentions in this episode:Inman NewsReal TrendsKeeping Current MattersThe Compound Effect by Darren HardyChase the Lion by Mark BattersonBecky  is a Vice President of Agency Development for Engle and Voelkers in St Petersburg Florida.  She has been in Real Estate for 37 years, with over 36 of those years serving in the Greater Tulsa Metro market.  Becky is a Broker and certified as a GRI, CRS and is a Major Investor in RPAC.  You can reach her at becky.zarecki@evusa.com or 727-922-5220 Christi Gillentine is Co-Founder of 918 Home Team in Tulsa, Oklahoma.  She specializes in New Construction Sales and is a Business Coach You can reach her at 918Realtors.com or OklahomaRealEstateRadio.comSupport the Show.

Send us a Text Message.Broker Series #2: Elizabeth Raines talks about Oklahoma as an investment opportunity market, what Realtors should be doing right now to prepare for changes coming our way. Assumable loans and much more!Elizabeth Raines is a Broker for Keller Williams Preferred in Tulsa Oklahoma.  She is a Real Estate Coach with Maps Coaching.  You can reach her at elizabethraines@kw.com Christi Gillentine is Co-Founder of 918 Home Team in Tulsa, Oklahoma.  She specializes in New Construction Sales and is a Business Coach You can reach her at 918Realtors.com or OklahomaRealEstateRadio.comSupport the Show.

Send us a Text Message.Broker Series #1Tim Cochran is the Broker for Keller Williams Preferred in Broken Arrow Oklahoma.  Tim has been in the industry since 1988 and has seen it all from double digit interest rates to the housing crash of 2008.  Tim brings his industry insight on what is currently happening in our local market and what to expect in the coming weeks. You can reach Tim at Tcochran@kw.com Christi Gillentine is Co-Founder of 918 Home Team in Tulsa, Oklahoma.  She specializes in New Construction Sales and is a Business Coach You can reach her at 918Realtors.com or OklahomaRealEstateRadio.comTitan Title Closing ServicesA full-service escrow company in Oklahoma, your transaction is our #1 priority.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the Show.