John Spillyards/Keller Williams Realty Advantage

06/06/2026

06/03/2026

One of the biggest myths in real estate is, “Let’s price it high and see what happens.”

What usually happens is buyers move on.

Today’s buyers know the market. They’re comparing homes online, touring properties, and watching new listings hit the market every day. When a home is overpriced, many won’t even schedule a showing.

As the days on market add up, buyers start asking questions. Price reductions follow, and sellers often end up with less than they could have achieved by pricing correctly from the start.

Pricing isn’t about hope. It’s about strategy.

That’s why studying comparable sales matters. And it’s why walking through homes, not just scrolling through photos, provides valuable insight into what buyers are truly comparing.

The goal isn’t to get the highest asking price.

The goal is to get the highest sales price.

Those are not always the same thing.

If your plans include selling your home, and not just listing it, let’s talk. I can help.

05/22/2026

The 2026 spring housing market is showing more momentum than any spring since 2022, with new listings up 1.1% year over year and contract signings up 2.9%, according to a new Realtor.com analysis.

Economists say realistic pricing from the start, rather than repeated price cuts, is emerging as a key driver of buyer activity in markets like Austin, Phoenix, and Jacksonville.

Read more: https://rltor.cm/So5yza

05/05/2026

Tulsa’s great employment opportunities, low cost of living and richness of culture continues to be a draw. If you’ve ever considered a relocation, you will love what you find here.

DM for what life in Tulsa could look like for you.

🔗: https://on.wsj.com/4n6GMb8

A string of cities across America’s Sunbelt are emerging as graduate-hiring hot spots in an otherwise challenging job market for young professionals, an exclusive analysis shows.

Birmingham, Ala., tops the list of the places where newly minted graduates are landing jobs with a college-level career track, followed by Tampa, Fla., according to the new study by payroll processor ADP. In fact, six of the list’s top 10—including Raleigh, N.C.; Tulsa, Okla.; Nashville, Tenn.; and Charlotte, N.C.—are in the South.

Other pockets of the country also punch above their weight as early-career launchpads for their mix of 20-something hiring, pay and affordability. Columbus, Ohio, and California’s San Jose area unexpectedly got top scores this year—evidence that even places with so-so earning potential or high costs of living can be prime locations for landing that first job postgraduation.

Altogether, the ADP analysis—which measured 53 of the country’s biggest metro areas—shows that what looks like a nascent recovery in graduate hiring is happening unevenly. Recent data shows companies are boosting entry-level hiring this spring after holding back for several seasons, but their appetite hinges a lot on the kind of role, sector and location.

See which cities, and regions, offer the best prospects, and how your location stacks up: https://on.wsj.com/4n6GMb8

05/03/2026

Each year, the Home Builders Association of Greater Tulsa selects a unique home to highlight the work of local designers, contractors and remodelers. The 2026 home is located at 2840 S Victor Ave.

For this year’s Showcase, designers were challenged to reimagine each space through updated colors, textures and finishes, all while respecting the home’s natural flow. Collaboration was key, ensuring each room feels distinct yet cohesive and creating an experience that is as seamless as it is inspiring.

A portion of proceeds will be donated to the The Foundation for Tulsa Schools.

Read all about it here: https://www.tulsapeople.com/home/designer-showcase-2026/article_daca110e-5ca7-4cd7-bd1e-27b8279ee92c.html

04/12/2026

For some time I have written a series for Stroll Maple Ridge called “If These Walls Could Talk”. I find a home in our Maple Ridge neighborhood, research the history and write a story that reflects the history of the home and the people who lived there.

It allows me to scratch a creative itch that I really enjoy. You can find them on my website under the blog portion. I have many more I need to upload but there are some there for any who like reading about old homes! lol

03/10/2026

Time to freshen up for spring!

🌿Maple Ridge Spring Reset🌿

What’s one small thing you’re doing this week to welcome spring?

Porch pots, garden beds, decluttering, or just more walks around the neighborhood? We created a short list of ideas below, but show us YOUR porch, pups, plans or plants!

01/13/2026

I’m deeply honored to be selected as one of Tulsa’s Top 500 Real Estate Producers for 2025 by Tulsa Real Producers.

Tulsa Real Producers is a peer-recognized organization that highlights professionals who are driving growth, collaboration, and leadership in our industry. To be included among so many respected colleagues is truly meaningful.

I’m especially grateful to the clients who trusted me with their homes, their stories, and their next chapters, and to an industry that values both performance and integrity. This recognition belongs to all of you.

01/03/2026

🏡 Thinking about where the housing market is headed in 2026?

I get this question a lot, and this is a really solid, easy-to-follow look at what may be ahead for buyers, sellers, and homeowners this year.

A few takeaways that stood out to me:
• Mortgage rates may ease, which could open doors for buyers
• Home sales are expected to pick up in many markets
• Pricing and inventory will likely vary neighborhood by neighborhood
• Preparation and good advice will matter more than ever

If you are considering a move, a refinance, or just like staying informed, this is worth a few minutes of your time.

📖 Read the full article here:
https://www.vibrantlivingnewsletter.com/single-post/what-to-expect-from-the-housing-market-in-2026

As always, I am happy to talk through how this kind of outlook applies right here in Tulsa.

Thinking about buying, selling, or refinancing in 2026? Understanding the state of the housing market is a good place to start. Fortunately, 2026 is shaping up to be full of opportunity. Mortgage rates are expected to ease, inventory is rising, and the market is gaining momentum. Here’s what exper...