Kevin Dick - Coldwell Banker Select

10/13/2026

Think a brand-new home automatically costs more? You might want to look again. 🏠

Right now, newly built homes are actually selling for about $40,000 less than existing homes nationally. That sounds backwards, but builders have a big reason to make deals - they don't want completed homes sitting empty.

And they're doing more than lowering prices.

Recent data shows:

35% of builders are cutting prices, with an average reduction of 6%
63% are offering incentives, which can include closing-cost help or mortgage-rate buydowns

That can make a new home a lot more affordable than many buyers realize.

One important thing to remember: the salesperson at the model home works for the builder, not for you. Having your own REALTOR® gives you someone who can compare prices, negotiate incentives and upgrades, and help make sure you still get an inspection.

If you're looking for a home around Tulsa, don't automatically rule out new construction. I'd be happy to show you what's available and help you compare new vs. existing homes to see where your money goes further.

Kevin Dick
Coldwell Banker Select
📞 918-998-HOME

10/12/2026

🏡✨ 5 Staging Tips That Sell Homes Faster ✨

🏡 Ready to get your listing SOLD? Here are 5 home-staging tips that buyers can’t resist:

✨ Declutter & Depersonalize – Help buyers envision themselves living there by removing personal items and unnecessary clutter.
🎨 Stick to Neutral Colors – Neutral tones appeal to more buyers and create a fresh, inviting space.
🛋️ Rearrange Furniture for Flow – Arrange furniture to highlight the home’s best features and improve overall flow.
💡 Brighten It Up – Open curtains, add lighting, and keep spaces bright and welcoming to enhance visual appeal.
🌿 Add Fresh Touches – Plants, flowers, or fresh towels add warmth and life, making the home instantly inviting.

Which tip will you use first? Let us know in the comments! 👇

10/12/2026

Waiting until spring to buy a home? Fall might actually be the better opportunity. 🍂🏡

A lot of buyers assume spring and summer are the best times to buy. But fall can quietly give buyers some advantages.

Historically, fall tends to bring:

🏡 More homes to choose from - inventory often builds through the summer and reaches some of its highest levels in the fall.

💲 Lower asking prices - sellers who haven't sold yet often start adjusting their expectations.

🤝 More negotiating power - with fewer buyers competing, sellers may be more willing to negotiate on price, closing costs, repairs, or other terms.

And there's another factor I see all the time: sellers who are still on the market in the fall often have a reason they want to get moved. Getting the house sold before the holidays or the end of the year can become more important than squeezing every last dollar out of the deal.

That doesn't mean every house is a bargain. But if you've been sitting on the sidelines waiting for conditions to improve, fall may be the opportunity you've been waiting for.

If you're thinking about buying in the Tulsa area, let's take a look at what's available and see where there may be room to make a deal.

Kevin Dick
Coldwell Banker Select
📞 918-998-HOME

10/10/2026

Are you ready to start your home search? Take a look at these quick tips and you'll be ahead of the game!

When house-hunting fever strikes, it can hit hard. You’ll probably download a home search app or two and jump into the car, ready to explore a new neighborhood. Before you do...

10/09/2026

Ella Langley SHOW UPDATE -

10/09/2026

Great Open Houses this weekend!

10/09/2026

🏡 Selling This Fall? The Market Is Talking. Listen to It.

I’ve said it before: you absolutely can sell a home in the fall.

But putting a sign in the yard and hoping for the best isn’t a marketing strategy.

Today’s buyers have more choices, and that means sellers need to get a few things right from the beginning.

1. Price it right - not high “just to see what happens.”
Buyers are scrolling through listings quickly. If your home looks overpriced compared to the competition, they may never even schedule a showing.

2. First impressions matter.
You don’t necessarily need to remodel your house. But clean, decluttered, good curb appeal, professional photos and taking care of obvious repairs can make a big difference. Buyers have choices, so your home needs to look like one of the good ones.

3. Be prepared to negotiate.
The days when every seller could say “take it or leave it” are mostly behind us. According to Redfin data cited by KCM, 46.2% of sellers are giving buyers some type of concession. Sometimes helping with closing costs, a repair or another concession is what gets the deal done.

4. Listen to what the market is telling you.

This may be the most important one.

Lots of online views but no showings?
Showings but no offers?
Hearing the same feedback over and over?

That’s information.

It doesn't mean panic and slash the price. It means we look at the data, listen to the feedback and figure out what needs to change.

The goal isn't to “win” every little part of the transaction.

The goal is to get your house SOLD and get you where you want to go next.

Thinking about selling this fall? Let's talk about what your home would actually need to compete in today's market.

Kevin Dick
📞 918-998-HOME
🌐 kevindickhomes.com

10/08/2026

🏡 There Isn’t Just ONE Housing Market Right Now

When someone asks me, “How’s the housing market?” the answer isn’t as simple as it used to be.

Right now, we basically have four different housing markets happening at the same time.

1. Cash Buyers 💵
About 1 in 4 existing-home purchases this summer were cash. These buyers don’t have to worry about mortgage rates, and their offers can be attractive to sellers because there’s no financing contingency.

2. Buyers Using a Mortgage 🏦
Higher rates are still making affordability tougher, but buyers may have more negotiating power than they realize. Seller concessions - things like closing-cost assistance or rate buydowns - have become much more common.

3. Homeowners With a Low Rate 🔒
Roughly two-thirds of homeowners with a mortgage have a rate below 5%. Understandably, many don't love the idea of giving that up, even when they'd otherwise like to move.

4. New Construction 🏗️
Builders are dealing with more unsold inventory, and many are using incentives, price reductions and mortgage-rate buydowns to attract buyers. That can create opportunities you won't necessarily find with a resale home.

So, what does all this mean?

There isn't one piece of real estate advice that works for everybody right now.

A cash buyer, first-time buyer, homeowner sitting on a 3% mortgage, and someone considering new construction are playing four very different games.

And even beyond that, real estate is local. What's happening nationally isn't necessarily what's happening in Tulsa - or even from one Tulsa-area neighborhood or price range to another.

If you're thinking about buying or selling, let's figure out which market you're actually in and build a plan around that.

Kevin Dick
Coldwell Banker Select
918-998-HOME
kevindickhomes.com

10/08/2026

Thinking of buying or selling without an agent?
Here are 6 reasons why that could cost you—big time. ⬇️

1️⃣ Pricing Expertise – Agents know how to price your home right (not just based on internet searches).
2️⃣ Market Knowledge – From neighborhoods to interest rate trends, they have the inside scoop.
3️⃣ Skilled Negotiator – You want someone who can fight for your best deal, whether you’re buying or selling.
4️⃣ Handles the Paperwork – Contracts, disclosures, timelines… it’s a lot. A good agent keeps everything on track.
5️⃣ Access to Off-Market Listings – Some of the best homes never hit public sites. Agents know where to look.
6️⃣ Avoid Costly Mistakes – One wrong step could delay your closing or cost thousands—an agent helps you avoid that.

📩 Thinking of making a move? Let’s chat—We're here to help you navigate every step with confidence!

10/08/2026

🏡 BACK UNDER CONTRACT! 🎉

Well, that didn't take long!

This home went back on the market, and we've already got it under contract again!

I'm hearing a lot of people say the real estate market has slowed down. And they're not wrong. Homes are taking longer to sell, and buyers are being a lot more selective.

But here's the thing - the market is STILL moving!
Homes are selling every day. You just have to do things right.

✅ Price it correctly.
✅ Make sure it shows well.
✅ Market it aggressively.
✅ Follow up with interested buyers.
✅ Have a plan and be ready to adjust.

It's not the same market we had a few years ago, when you could stick a sign in the yard and expect multiple offers by Sunday.

Today's market takes a little more work, a little more strategy, and a lot less guesswork.

If you're thinking about selling, don't let the headlines scare you. Let's talk about what it takes to get your home SOLD in today's market!

Kevin Dick
Coldwell Banker Select
📞 918-998-HOME