Jason Parks w/ Keller Williams

06/19/2026

More homes are coming onto the market, which could give buyers a better chance to compare options instead of rushing into a decision.

The latest national housing data shows a few encouraging signs for buyers, including more active listings and lower median asking prices compared with last year. That doesn’t mean affordability is solved, especially with mortgage rates still elevated, but it does point to a market that may be givi...

06/17/2026

Only you can decide whether a home is worth the investment, but one way to know for sure is to get to know the neighborhood you're buying into.

How to best approach them can be tricky, but when done correctly, it's the most effective way to uncover hidden insights that can seal the deal or raise red flags on buying a home nearby.

06/15/2026

Getting approved for a mortgage isn't just about income — your credit, debt levels, and savings all play an important role.

Applying for a mortgage can seem complicated at first, but the process is much easier when you understand the steps involved. This guide walks through everything from checking your credit and gathering documents to comparing lenders and getting approved. If you're thinking about buying a home in the...

06/14/2026

Come and See me when you are out touring homes! This new construction is move in ready just for you. Its in Whiskey Ridge at 31st and Countyline in Broken Arrow. We will be open from 2-5.

06/12/2026

A lot of buyers still think you need 20% down to buy a home, but that’s not always the reality anymore.

The idea that every buyer needs a 20% down payment is one of the biggest misconceptions in real estate. This article looks at different loan options, why some buyers choose smaller down payments, and what trade-offs come with that decision, including mortgage insurance and monthly costs. For first-t...

06/10/2026

High mortgage rates and affordability pressures have tilted negotiating power toward buyers, prompting sellers to hold out or withdraw.

April saw 5.8% of U.S. home listings removed from the market, tying December 2025 for the highest share since March 2020. Redfin data shows Atlanta leading with 10.7% of listings pulled, followed by San Jose at 9.3%, and Los Angeles and Dallas both at 7.8%. At the other end, Pittsburgh had the lowes...

06/08/2026

A lower rate or closing-cost credit can be helpful, especially when affordability is tight, but it’s smart to compare the full offer carefully.

New construction can come with more room to negotiate than buyers sometimes expect. This article breaks down common builder incentives, including mortgage rate buydowns, closing-cost help, upgrade credits, and other perks that may be available at different stages of a project. The big takeaway is si...

06/05/2026

These problems can add stressful unexpected costs to your new home ownership or even wipe out your savings long after closing.

Bargain house hunting is more essential than ever, when high interest rates and home prices are not coming down as quickly as the average buyer needs. But many low-priced listings come with problems that aren’t visible in the photos or reflected in the sticker price. These problems can add stressf...

06/03/2026

Single Gen Z women are outpacing their male counterparts when it comes to buying a home.

NAR surveyed people who bought a home between July 2024 and June 2025. The survey included homebuyers from several generations, from Gen Z, ages 18-26, to the Silent Generation, ages 80 to 100. No other generation had a bigger share of single women homebuyers than Gen Z.

06/01/2026

If you’ve been trying to follow rate headlines lately, a lot of it comes down to inflation, economic data, and what lenders expect next.

Mortgage rates are shaped by a mix of inflation, economic conditions, bond markets, and central bank decisions, which is why they can shift so quickly from month to month. This article breaks down some of the biggest factors lenders watch when setting borrowing costs and why buyers often feel the ef...