Long Family Real Estate

Long Family Real Estate šŸ” Long Family Real Estate is a local, family-focused brokerage helping OKC metro families find their dream homes. Tara Long
OREC Lic.

DM us to start your journey! 🌳 OREC Broker License 161098 | Broker: 405-613-3630 | [email protected] We are a local, independent real estate company serving the Oklahoma City Metro area. No. 160593
Call or Text 405-464-8452
[email protected]

Geoffrey Long
OREC Broker Lic. No. 160592
Call or Text 405-613-3630
[email protected]

07/30/2026

Snuck over to Harvest Hub of Piedmont this morning for fresh local eggs, milk, bread, and snacks.

We can always do better, but as a local business we love to support other local businesses.

This is community.

While scrolling through social media this week, I came across a post from a local buyer expressing some deep frustration...
07/09/2026

While scrolling through social media this week, I came across a post from a local buyer expressing some deep frustration with the home-buying process and the intense competition against investors.
My immediate instinct (and teacher heart) was simply to reach out and offer some encouragement. But as a professional, I paused. I realized her own REALTORĀ® was likely working hard behind the scenes, and out of respect for their relationship—and our Code of Ethics—I stayed in my lane.
But it really got me thinking.
It drove me into a bit of a rabbit hole about our responsibility as agents: How effectively are we educating and preparing our clients before the journey even begins?
Are we having the tough, honest conversations upfront?
Preparing them for the reality of multiple-offer situations?
Setting expectations for complex inspection periods?
Navigating the emotional rollercoaster of negotiations that don't always come together?
Reflecting on our daily practices at Long Family Real Estate, I feel incredibly grateful for the systems we’ve put in place. While we can’t predict every single obstacle that a fast-moving market throws our way, we place a massive emphasis on being proactive rather than reactive. We believe that an educated client is an empowered client.
At the end of the day, our heart is simply to serve. We want to guide you into the home you love with as much clarity, transparency, and smoothness as possible.
And truly, that same passion is what drives R Pro Academy By pouring high-level education back into our local agent community, the goal isn't just to elevate our own business—it’s to support and uplift this entire incredible industry so that every buyer and seller in Oklahoma gets the elite representation they deserve.
If you ever have questions about what the market really looks like right now, our door is always open. Let’s get you prepared for success. šŸ”āœØ
Geoffrey Long and I Tara Long are always happy to help.

06/12/2026

Basic home maintenance starts with the stuff most people forget about: your HVAC filters.

Here’s how to stay on top of it:

First, walk your house and count how many filters you have. Check your returns up high, that’s where they usually hide. The size is printed right on the filter itself, so write those down.

Then pick your system. We subscribe to a service that mails us new filters every quarter, so we never have to remember.

Grab a step stool, open the vent tabs, pull the old one out, drop the new one in. Just follow the arrow on the filter so the air flows the right direction. That’s it.

When it comes to home maintenance, you’ve got three options:

Pay a pro. Reliable, but usually the most expensive.
DIY. Easy stuff like this is cheap and takes two minutes.
Skip it. Feels free now, costs you the most later.

Clean filters help your allergies, keep your HVAC running without strain, and make the system last longer. And those units are not cheap to replace.

Spend a few bucks every quarter and your home stays in great shape. When it’s time to sell, it shows. A well-maintained home sells faster and for more money.

More than a view. It’s a deep breath. 🌲✨Table Rock Lake, MissouriFor years, this hasn't just been our "lake house"—it’s ...
05/14/2026

More than a view. It’s a deep breath. 🌲✨

Table Rock Lake, Missouri

For years, this hasn't just been our "lake house"—it’s been our family’s reset button. It’s where the world gets quiet, the coffee tastes better on the dock, and the only schedule we follow is the sunset.
We’ve poured a lot of love into this home, and while it’s hard to say goodbye, we’re ready to pass the keys to someone who needs a place to truly exhale.

The Highlights:
Morning Rituals: Expansive deck perfect for sunrise yoga or slow mornings.
The Main Event: A backyard of corps-owned shoreline just a few steps from your (available) dock.
Space to Gather: Open-concept living designed for big family dinners and late-night board games.
Turn-Key Peace: Meticulously maintained so your first weekend can be spent on the water, not in a hardware store.

Ready to trade the noise for the water? Come see why this is the ultimate place to recharge.

šŸ“ 64 Chickasaw, Lampe, MO šŸ  $500,000
šŸ”— in the comments.

🌳Do you love the trees and serenity of East Edmond but don't want to live East of I-35?  You're in luck; the perfect hom...
02/22/2026

🌳Do you love the trees and serenity of East Edmond but don't want to live East of I-35? You're in luck; the perfect home JUST hit the market.
āœŒļøLocated in a quiet cut de sac with a wooded green space just behind the property, 3841 Tambos Trail is the peace and quiet you'v been seeking.
šŸ›ļøBut wait - you don't even need to get in the car for the neighborhood coffee shop, donut shop, and restaurant/lounge.
I just can't say enough about the location of this home....but the house itself is pretty impressive too.
šŸ”The link in the comments will take you to the photos and full description. Take a look and give me a call.

🌟 Hey friends, Tara here!  Confession time… anyone else ever get a little ick from social media? šŸ™‹ā€ā™€ļø Same. Sometimes po...
01/23/2026

🌟 Hey friends, Tara here!

Confession time… anyone else ever get a little ick from social media? šŸ™‹ā€ā™€ļø Same. Sometimes posting just feels inauthentic — and that’s not our style. So while we may be a bit quiet here, trust me, it’s not because nothing’s happening. It’s because we’re deep in the world of real estate, helping clients, teaching, and building something awesome.
šŸ” Here’s what we’re up to at Long Family Real Estate:
• We help amazing buyers and sellers make their real estate dreams a reality.
• We collaborate with other licensed pros through R Pro Academy, sharing real-world knowledge and expertise.
• And through Ready Agent OK, we’re helping future agents get started with top-notch pre-license education.

So even if you don’t see us posting daily, know that we’re out there doing what we love — helping our community grow, one home (and one agent!) at a time.
ā„ļø Today’s snowy day plans? We’re talking through the Oklahoma Real Estate Contract with a great group of licensees.

What about you — how are you spending this snow day? ā˜•šŸ”„

09/28/2025

I have an investor that is READY for their next project. If you have a ā€œfixerā€ under $200k, let me know.

Can we just talk about the kitchen triangle for a moment?  šŸ”½ In order for a kitchen to properly function, there must be ...
07/28/2025

Can we just talk about the kitchen triangle for a moment?
šŸ”½ In order for a kitchen to properly function, there must be a triangle between: sink, stove, refrigerator. There are all kinds of proper distances and measurement out there, but that's not what we are talking about today. Do NOT put an obstacle between any of these 3 key elements.

šŸ”As I was reviewing new listings in the MLS this morning, I noticed 3 separate kitchens that violated the rule of the golden triangle. 2 were new construction (might be a builder that is just getting their feet wet) and the 3rd was a newly renovated kitchen.

šŸ‘€THESE are the things that we notice when we show you homes. We understand that a functional home is a happy home. We can also identify some red flags in new construction and renovation to help our buyers make informed decisions.
Do you want a kitchen with the refrigerator on the opposite side of the island as the sink? NO ONE DOES.
Let us help you find the perfect kitchen triangle.

šŸ Getting a home loan can be daunting.  For first-time home buyers, there can be so many unknowns, which is often overwhe...
07/23/2025

šŸ Getting a home loan can be daunting. For first-time home buyers, there can be so many unknowns, which is often overwhelming. Let's break it down.
Think of the home loan process in the 5 simple steps outlined here:
1ļøāƒ£Loan Application
2ļøāƒ£Processing
3ļøāƒ£Underwriting
4ļøāƒ£Docs Out and Docs Back
5ļøāƒ£Closing

Call me šŸ“² I can connect you with an incredible lender that can combine with our home buying expertise to make your home buying dreams a reality.

Nerd alert:  I get really excited about the trees.  There's a mimosa tree at the gym that I nerd out over pretty much ev...
07/17/2025

Nerd alert: I get really excited about the trees. There's a mimosa tree at the gym that I nerd out over pretty much every day (and sniff once a week) because it has so many pretty fluffy pink blooms.
And as I was planting this sign yesterday in Mustang, I was nerding out over the big, beautiful magnolia tree in the front yard of this listing , AND the neighbors have a gorgeous mature willow tree.
Anyway....I'll share the listing link in the comments, but I just love the trees.

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