Carrie Ballard - Ballard Home Team at Coldwell Banker Select

09/18/2026

Back-to-school is easier when your home is set up to support the routine. 🎒🏡

A few intentional changes can help mornings run smoother, reduce clutter, and keep everyone organized throughout the school year.

Here are a few simple ideas to try:

📚 Create a dedicated homework zone with good lighting, minimal distractions, and easy access to school supplies.
🎒 Set up a drop zone near the entryway for backpacks, shoes, lunch bags, and jackets so nothing gets misplaced.
🗓️ Use a family command center with a shared calendar, reminders, and activity schedules to keep everyone on the same page.
🍎 Prep snacks and lunches in advance by organizing the pantry and refrigerator with grab-and-go options.
🔌 Create a charging station for laptops, tablets, and phones so devices are ready for the next school day.
🧺 Declutter high-traffic areas to make busy mornings feel less chaotic and give everyone more space to move around.

Small systems like these can make a big difference, helping your home work with your family's routine instead of against it!

09/17/2026

Congrats to an awesome buyer who just closed on this INCREDIBLE remodel in Bartlesville! Literally probably THE BEST remodel I’ve ever sold!

09/17/2026

Congrats to my awesome clients on the purchase of their new tract of land! This is going to be such a peaceful, beautiful place to build a home and enjoy life! ❤️

Carrie Ballard-Schnell, Ballard Home Team - Coldwell Banker Select

09/17/2026

‼️‼️ PRICE IMPROVEMENT ‼️‼️

THE MOST AFFORDABLE HOUSE IN CHERRY CREEK!

14313 N 76th E Ave
Collinsville, OK 74021

$229,900

Come check out this adorable home!! This home features an open concept floor plan, a large master bedroom, and backs to pasture land! Lot to the south should not be built on, so this home only has neighbors to the north, granting a little bit of extra privacy but with all the benefits of a neighborhood. Collinsville schools, and quick access to Highway 75 for a quick commute to Tulsa!

-3 bedrooms
-2 bathroom
-1263 square feet
-Built in 2023
-Collinsville School District

Call or text Carrie with questions or to plan a time to see it at 918-630-4380.

For full tour, click here : https://tours.shutterhousetours.com/14313-N-76th-E-Ave

Carrie Ballard-Schnell, Ballard Home Team - Coldwell Banker Select

09/16/2026

Congrats to my buyers who are relocating from New York! They picked an amazing neighborhood and I can’t wait to see what they do to make this one their own!

Carrie Ballard-Schnell, Ballard Home Team - Coldwell Banker Select

09/15/2026

Under contract on this AMAZING home in Owasso!! Congrats to my sellers!!!

Carrie Ballard-Schnell, Ballard Home Team - Coldwell Banker Select

09/15/2026

Congrats to my awesome sellers!!! This market is tough, but we weathered the storm and this home now has a proud new owner!

09/14/2026

The most meaningful things in life rarely come easy.

Building a career, reaching a goal, starting over, growing through challenges, or creating the life you want often requires patience, persistence, and a willingness to keep moving forward when things get difficult.

The hard moments are not always setbacks. Sometimes they are the very things that shape growth, build resilience, and make the achievement feel worthwhile.

Keep going. The effort you put in today may be creating opportunities you cannot yet see.

09/10/2026

If you could design your dream home any way you'd like, what would you choose? 🏡✨

Maybe it's the oversized kitchen where everyone gathers, a sun-filled living room that feels open and inviting, a backyard made for long summer evenings, or a bedroom that feels like a quiet escape at the end of the day.

The little details are what make a home feel personal. The layout that makes everyday life easier. The outdoor space you'll actually use. The kitchen you'll want to linger in. The cozy corner that quickly becomes your favorite spot.

So, if you could only keep one feature, what would make the cut?

09/08/2026