Author: Ben Scott

Great column from broker David Chapman in the Journal Record on the impact of off-market transactions to the real estate market. A growing number of real estate transactions are happening outside the traditional public sales process, including off-market deals and transfers through LLCs, partnerships, and trusts. While these ownership structures are legal and can offer privacy and … Continued

The 2026 Oklahoma State Fair rolls into Oklahoma City Sept. 17-27 with its biggest lineup yet, headlined by a full slate of events celebrating Route 66’s 100th anniversary. New entertainment spans from Ultimate Bullfighters and Wildcatters vs. The World bull riding to a hypnosis show and live pro wrestling, giving fairgoers something new at every … Continued

Cooling inflation, easing mortgage rates, and a wave of price cuts are giving homebuyers their strongest negotiating position in years, with leverage now favoring buyers in 41 of the top 50 U.S. markets. National home sales climbed 6.1% year-over-year even as list prices fell for the ninth straight month, a sign the market is rebalancing … Continued

Oklahoma City is inviting the community to help shape the future of downtown through its new Downtown Strategic Development Plan. The proposal focuses on housing, transportation, public spaces, redevelopment, and making downtown more attractive for residents, businesses, and visitors. A major goal is to increase residential density while improving access to shopping, services, and other … Continued

The U.S. housing market is shifting further in buyers’ favor, with sellers now outnumbering active buyers by nearly 500,000 homes. According to Redfin, almost 80% of the major metros it tracked were considered buyer’s markets in July, giving buyers more room to negotiate on price, repairs, closing costs, and other concessions. High mortgage rates and … Continued

A new SmartAsset study estimates that a single adult in Oklahoma now needs about $86,237 per year to live comfortably, up 2.3% from 2025. The calculation considers necessities like housing, utilities, groceries, and transportation, while also allowing room for discretionary spending and savings. Oklahoma remains relatively affordable compared with many states, including neighboring Texas, where … Continued

Halfway through 2026, Oklahoma City is doing exactly what a healthy market should: growing without getting overheated. The median sale price sits at $268,512, up just 0.4% from last year, while homes sold jumped 6.8%, showing steady buyer activity without runaway price growth. Active listings are up 7.5% and new listings rose 4.2%, giving buyers … Continued

Landlords who’ve been coasting on autopilot might want to pay attention to this one. Canadian County is drawing serious attention right now, with population growth and single-family rental demand outpacing new construction, creating tighter conditions despite rising ownership costs. The report’s bottom line is simple: investor demand across OKC remains resilient, but 2026 performance will … Continued

New apartment construction in Oklahoma City is slowing down heading into 2026, and that’s actually good news for landlords who already own rentals. Fewer new units means less competition and steadier occupancy for well-run properties. Renter demand is holding strong thanks to affordability, job stability, and people continuing to move into the metro. The catch? … Continued

Families continue to flock to Edmond and Yukon, making the two suburbs some of the fastest-growing communities in the Oklahoma City metro. According to a recent housing report, highly rated school districts remain the biggest driver, with many buyers willing to pay a premium for access to top education and family-friendly amenities. Edmond’s average home … Continued

Homeowners associations across the country are taking a tougher approach to unpaid dues as rising insurance costs, maintenance expenses, and reserve fund requirements put increasing pressure on community budgets. New data shows HOA foreclosures have jumped nearly 40% over the past two years, with many associations moving delinquent accounts to collections more quickly than in … Continued

This week’s featured property is one of the most exclusive residences in Oklahoma City, a stunning penthouse occupying the entire 18th floor of the iconic Founders Tower. With more than 7,000 square feet of living space, this luxury home offers 360-degree views of the city skyline, Lake Hefner, and unforgettable Oklahoma sunsets from 10 private … Continued

Think you had to do a cost segregation study the same year you bought your rental property? Think again,  a “look-back” study lets investors capture those tax benefits years later, even if you closed the deal in 2021 or earlier. The real surprise: you don’t lose the depreciation you skipped in prior years, you get to … Continued

Marc Kulick, CEO of Vesta Realty, is finally responding publicly to months of tenant complaints about black mold, sewage leaks, and water shutoffs at properties like Montage Apartments, and he’s pointing the finger at his own lender. Kulick claims second mortgages taken out by YSA Investments, run by former arms dealer Efraim Diveroli, cut off his … Continued

There’s an Oklahoma City trailer park accused of profitting from the Oklahoma’s easy eviction process by piling fees upon residents. The Westmoor Mobile Home Park, owned by a Colorado based company, is a serial evictor and is starting to push rent-to-own deals on residents, in which a portion of a tenant’s monthly rent builds towards the purchase … Continued