Tulsa Oklahoma’s Gilcrease Museum is another great reason to relocate to Tulsa, OK. The museum is located in downtown Tulsa and now houses the world’s biggest and most comprehensive collection of American West art. They also have a growing collection of artifacts and art from Central and South America. Gilcrease Museum is a must see for every art and culture buff. Many of the most famous American artists have their work displayed in the Gilcrease Museum. Some of those famous names include Thomas Moran, Albert Bierstadt, Joseph Henry Sharp, Frederic Remington and many more. The museums art collections focus on the cultural history of North, Central and South America. There are approximately 300,000 artifacts that cover historic and prehistoric archaeology. These artifacts are materials ... 10/24/2012

City of Tulsa - Free Landfill Days This Weekend and November Pollutant Collection City of Tulsa - Free Landfill Days The City of Tulsa will host its semi-annual Free Landfill Days event on Saturday, October 27, and Sunday, October 28, from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Quarry Landfill located on 46th Street North approximately 1-1/2 miles east of U.S. 169. This event provides an opportunity for City of Tulsa utility customers to dispose of unwanted items, with the exception of objects containing Freon refrigerant, such as air conditioners and refrigerators. A $2.50 fee will be applied to each discarded tire with rim sizes up to 19.5 inches. For larger tires, the fee is $3.50 per tire. A $1.00 fee will be applied to motorcycle and smaller tires. The tire disposal charges cover state disposal a... 10/24/2012

Midtown Tulsa New and Newer Construction Market Report Zip 74114 - Year to Date October 2012 The area of midtown Tulsa real estate covered in this market report for zip 74114 is from 21st to 31st Street, from Riverside to Harvard - and a popular area for new construction. Subdivisions within this zip code include Travis Park, Quinian addition of J P Harters, Sunset Terrace, Harters, Forest Hills, Lakeview Terrace, Terwilleger Heights, Woody Crest and more. For the purpose of this market report, we are looking at homes ten years old or newer in midtown in zip 74114. There are currently 14 active properties, ranging in price from $359,000 to $1,975,000 - with the average list price of $816,264. Two properties are under contract - one listed at $625,000 and another at $899,000. We won't kn... 10/22/2012

When you’re looking for Halloween fun in Tulsa, OK this year, you will find many fun events. Some events are food related and some are activities for the whole family. Here are some local events you can enjoy in and around Tulsa, OK. Tulsa’s Halloween 2012 Fun: √ Tulsa’s Oktoberfest – Urban Tulsa Weekly voted this event the “Best Festival”. Oktoberfest provides great fun for the entire family. Come celebrate and enjoy good food, refreshing drinks, live music, carnival rides, and much more. You can also savor authentic German beer that was imported from Munich or enjoy a glass of wine. Other activities include arts and crafts and Polka dancing. Dates & Times: October 18th 5:pm to 11:30pm October 19th 11am to 11:30pm October 20th 10am to 11:30pm October 21st 12pm to 6:30pm Location: Rive... 10/17/2012

Sunset Terrace Market Report Shows Much Activity - Year to Date October 15 2012 - Midtown Tulsa Real Estate As we're nearing the end of the year, I'll be preparing weekly market reports for midtown Tulsa neighborhoods such as Sunset Terrace, Maple Ridge, Swan Lake, Terwilleger Heights and more. If there is a specific midtown neighborhood for which you would like to see a market report, please let me know. There are 34 active properties listed in Sunset Terrace, midtown Tulsa real estate - ranging in price from $165,000 to $1,800,000. Of the 34 properties, 20 are listed over half a million and three properties are listed over a million. Average price of those listed is $602,079 and average square footage is 3,536. Four properties are currently under contract. The 86 properties that have ... 10/15/2012

13th Annual Garden Deva Sculpture Company Open Studio Arts Festival - Tulsa OK Showcasing Tulsa's Creative Skills Friday, November 2, 10a-8p Saturday, November 3, 10a-6p Every year, Lisa Regan (Tulsa’s Garden DEVA) invites all of her closest friends (I’m on that list) to an open studio party where we can shop for holiday gifts from local artists. It’s a “not to miss” party in midtown Tulsa, especially if you like to rub elbows with the artsy-fartsy crowd. Lisa brings in good food, libations and music to make our shopping more fun. Bring a credit card, ’cause you’re going to want to buy a lot! WHERE: 317 S. Trenton Ave. – on Trenton Ave. between 3rd and 4th Streets WHEN: Friday, Nov. 2nd, 10am to 8pm and Saturday, Nov. 3rd, 10am to 6pm WHY: To celebrate and support local art, music, and ... 10/12/2012

First-time Tulsa homeowners will soon be moving to new rehabilitated homes in the Tulsa, OK area. The mayor recently announced the three lucky first-time homeowners who will get new homes through the City’s Rehabilitation Program; a program that is partnered with the Tulsa Development Authority and Wells Fargo Bank. Wells Fargo foreclosed on a few properties in Tulsa earlier this year in hopes to help rehabilitate them and increase property values in the surrounding neighborhoods. Three of those homes were chosen by the Tulsa Development Authority and Wells Fargo to be part of the program. Each of the three recipients of the rehabilitation program received a grant for $35,000 to rehab the homes with new siding, kitchen and bath fixtures, heating and air, and appliances. The recipients a... 10/09/2012

Art in the Square - Utica Square, Tulsa, October 6, 2012 . . . Utica Square, of course Date : October 6, 2012 Time : 10:00a.m.- 5:00p.m. Location : Utica Square Web : http://www.uticasquare.com Art in the Square occurs every October in Tulsa at Utica Square shopping center. Over 90 local artists will showcase their works along Utica Square's sidewalks. Come meet the artists and purchase their wares. Utica Square is the perfect place for this event! I love to have breakfast at The Wild Fork before I begin. As you stroll down the tree-lined sidewalks, you can admire the different mediums of art ranging from watercolors, stained glass, pottery, sculpture, and woodturning. And if you see something that inspires you, stop and chat with the artist. Each artist is on hand to answer any questio... 10/04/2012

Now that fall is here, you will begin to see some of the most beautiful colors on trees like vivid oranges, yellows and reds. It is also the perfect time of year to plant trees in Tulsa, OK. The fall weather allows trees plenty of time to get their roots deep into the ground before the summer heat can scorch them. Therefore, we have some tips for choosing the best trees for your Tulsa Oklahoma home. Choosing the best tree for your environment is just as important as its planting time. Homeowners in Tulsa should choose trees from USDA zone 6a to 7b. Trees from this area are better suited to overcome weather stress and are more likely to survive. Trees add quality and value to your home. Therefore, you should choose trees that are beautiful year-round. Homes with trees usually sell faster... 10/03/2012

Fall is fair time in Tulsa Oklahoma. Fall is finally here and for Tulsa, that means that the Tulsa State Fair is here for two weeks. Thousands of people from Tulsa and the surrounding areas look forward to the fair and all it has to offer, like the rides and just about every kind of fried food you can imagine and them some. Plus, all the fun things for kids to do like pet the baby animals and play the games on the midway. But as a Realtor, the fair doesn't necessarily equal a good time. Don't get me wrong, I don't want you to think that I'm a stick in the mud, but the fair for me has meant headaches. I like rides that go upside down while spinning you sideways, cotton candy, and fried snickers just as much as the next guy. In fact I like all the fun things the fair has to offer. It's th... 09/30/2012

Tulsa’s largest family event, the Tulsa State Fair will be here September 27 through October 7 at Expo Square in Tulsa, OK. Along with cool rides and attractions, the fair will have a variety of free concerts on three stages. There will be some big names coming to the Tulsa State Fair this year. The fair attractions will include a variety of entertainment you don’t want to miss. There will be featured attractions and daily attractions including just for kids adventures, the Muscogee Greek stage, the Bud Light tailgate tent, the international beer garden, a wine garden, a culinary stage and more. And best of all, each attraction is free with your paid general admission. Disney on Ice will perform at various times each day and you don’t want to miss the biggest event, the PRCA Rodeo and c... 09/26/2012

Tulsa area foreclosures continue to decline month after month. Since July, repossessions in the Tulsa area are becoming less common, continuing a general downward trend. According to RealtyTrac, there were 572 foreclosures recorded in the Tula metro area last month. The foreclosure rate now results in one for every 716 homes, which is 3.5% below June and 28.8% below July 2011. When compared to the state of Oklahoma’s foreclosure rate, Tulsa is still much lower. There were 1,369 foreclosures throughout the state of Oklahoma, which is an increase of 5.8% for the month; however, that is down 32% for the year compare to one year ago. The nation’s foreclosure rate is also down 3% for the month and 9.8% for the year. That’s an average of one in every 686 homes facing foreclosure. RealtyTrac a... 09/19/2012

Tulsa Greek Festival, Glendi, September 20-22, 2012 . . . Tulsa’s Oldest Ethnic Festival Dates are Thursday, September 20 to Saturday, September 22 (Thursday–11 a.m. to 9 p.m.; Friday, Saturday–11 a.m. to 10 p.m.). After 4 p.m. on Thursday and Friday and all day Saturday, admission is $3 for adults. Children, when accompanied by parents, are always free. (Visit our web site to download free admission tickets!) Sponsored by Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church, the Tulsa Greek Festival offers everything from ethnic dancing and dining to shopping for Greek pastry, jewelry, imported Greek foods, and a cookbook featuring the recipes of Tulsa area Greeks. Located at Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church, 1206 South Guthrie (3 blocks west of 11th and Denver, south of the Inner Dispersal Loop; take... 09/16/2012

Midtown Tulsa OK Luxury Homes More About Midtown Tulsa Luxury Homes … Desirable luxury homes for sale in midtown Tulsa vary from new construction to older mansions that have been updated since originally built. Just minutes from downtown Tulsa, Utica Square shopping center, Philbrook Art Museum, Tulsa Riverparks, and the popular Brookside and Cherry Street areas, midtown Tulsa offers a quick commute time anywhere you need to go. Midtown Tulsa luxury homes are typically over 4,000 square feet and offer amenities such as theater rooms, outdoor kitchens, pools and waterfalls, and multiple fireplaces. Midtown Tulsa luxury homes are served by Edison Prepatory school and an extensive selection of private schools. Edison Preparatory School Tulsa Area Private Schools Please give us a call when ... 09/15/2012

The 2012 Greek Festival is coming to Tulsa, OK on September 20th and will be here until September 22nd at the Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church at 1206 South Guthrie, Tulsa. The Greek Festival is Tulsa’s oldest Ethnic Festival bringing Greek flavor, sounds and foods to life. Build your own Greek dinner with the a la carte buffet while you enjoy wonderful Greek desserts and Greek music. This Greek holiday will feature many activities, ethnic dancing, shopping, and Greek foods. You can even buy a Greek cookbook to try out Greek recipes at home. The 2012 Greek Festival will be sponsored by Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church. Festival Days & Times: September 20 from 11am to 9pm September 21 from 11am to 10pm September 22 from 11am to 10pm Admission is only $3, and children under 12 are FRE... 09/12/2012

Investing in real estate and becoming a millionaire can be done a little easier in Tulsa, OK with the help of the right agent. Being a landlord has been a great path to reach millionaire status for many investors. Your investment helps you get a second source of income, and helps you build equity with the help of your tenants each month. Now, investing in real estate is even more sensible thanks to depressed home prices and low interest rates. While median home prices nationally average near $180,000, you won’t get rich from one home. However, you can produce cumulative equity and rental earnings if you own three or more homes. Therefore, we have some tips to help you get started on becoming a millionaire from investing in real estate. Tulsa, OK is a great place to invest in real estate... 09/05/2012

This August 2012, Tulsa OK has some great events you don’t want to miss. You can indulge your sweet tooth while helping find a cure for blood cancers and more. Therefore, we have found a list of the top events that will be great for the whole family. Tulsa’s August 2012 Top Events: Life by Chocolate – Come indulge your sweet tooth and help find a cure for blood cancers at the 6th annual event. Life by Chocolate is a sampling of gourmet chocolates and a silent auction that benefits Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. You’ll get to enjoy a mouthwatering spread of your favorite chocolates from local vendors and you can bid on auction items that will satisfy your sweet tooth. When: 8/15/12 Time: 5:30 pm to 8:30pm Where: Club 209 Price: $20 Second II None Tradeshow and Bike Show Competition – Join ... 08/15/2012

Tulsa homes for sale near Cascia Hall Preparatory school, midtown Tulsa real estate Home buyers often search for Tulsa homes for sale around Cascia Hall Preparatory school so their children will be within walking distance to school. Known as "Cascia Hall" to most Tulsans - or simply "Cascia," the school has a small student body of nearly 600 and serves young men and women in grades 6-12. Their beautiful campus is located on 40 acres in historic midtown Tulsa. Within a half-mile radius of Cascia Hall, there are currently 25 Tulsa midtown homes for sale ranging in price from $259,000 to one property over one million and one property over two million. The average price of Tulsa homes for sale near Cascia Hall is $516,194 and average square footage is 2,942. Generally speaking, the less exp... 08/09/2012

When it comes to moderately priced homes, Midtown Tulsa, OK has a wonderful selection of homes and neighborhoods to choose from. The area even offers a large variety of architectural styles and influences. You can find entry level homes in the $200,000 range and homes in that value up to $1,000,000. A popular neighborhood in Midtown Tulsa with moderately priced homes runs from Riverside Drive to Cincinnati Avenue. It’s popular to the active community because of the nature bluffs, jogging, cycling and biking trails. The River Parks trail system is easily accessible and nearby Sunset Terrace offers great active opportunities too. Many of the homes in this area were built in the 20s and 30s. These neighborhoods are also well known for their tree lined streets. Other Midtown Homes in the ar... 08/08/2012

Oklahoma Sales Tax Holiday Announced for August 3-5, 2012   Oklahoma's tax-free weekend begins tomorrow August 3rd and runs through Sunday August 5th. Designed to help families purchase back-to-school clothes and shoes, this is the sixth year Oklahoma has participated in this endeavor. Certain clothing and shoe purchases are exempt from sales tax for this time period only. This includes state, city, county and local municipality sales taxes. Tulsa's sales tax rate is 8.5 percent, so that's savings that can add up. Check out the web site below for a detailed list of items that qualify for the tax exemption. Oklahoma Sales Tax Holiday Announced for August 3-5, 2012 Retailers are required to participate and may not collect state and local sales or use tax on most footwear and clothing that... 08/02/2012