Archives for November 2011

OKC, One of the Best Cities for Starting Over

The strength of the Oklahoma City economy, and the combination of solid incomes, low cost-of-living, and low unemployment rates continue to get our great city noticed, but did you know that these, plus a couple of other factors, put us in the Top 25 of Best Cities for Starting Over? Sometimes, especially in a tough […]

Home Maintenance #5 – Hot Water

It may seem like a no-brainer, but when it’s cold outside, your hot water heater has to work harder to heat your water. It also has to re-heat it more often, but did you know that you may be able to boost your water heater’s efficiency by simply wrapping it in a thermal blanket? According […]

Today is Small Business Saturday!

Small Business Saturday is TODAY! What does that mean? It simply means that while you’re out shopping today, please give careful consideration to where you spend your money and try hard to spend it in your locally-owned stores, restaurants, etc. Even the local Chambers of Commerce are on board with this movement to help support […]

#okcW3 – Block Party OKC 2011

It’s time for this month’s ShowMeOKC W3! Have you heard of Block Party OKC? Oklahoma City Educare? How about the Exchange? If you answered “no” to any of the above, you’ve gotta check this out (go fullscreen to get the HD vibe):

OKC Among 100 Best Communities…

  More props for our great city; The America’s Promise Alliance recognizes Oklahoma City as one of the 100 Best Communities for Young People. Here’s a short excerpt from their website: This is Oklahoma City’s fifth time on the 100 Best Communities for Young People list. Oklahoma City’s variety of programs to help build the […]

“What’s the matter, Mommy?”

I just spotted this one on News9. This could so be my house on any given day. So much so that this sight cracked me up and horrified me at the same time. The homeowner tip here is: Store your flour out of the reach of toddlers!

Home Maintenance #4 – Guttering

Gutters and downspouts are no place for leaves, pine straw and other debris, but that’s usually right where they end up. Homes in wooded areas or with large trees nearby are particularly vulnerable, but it’s important to regularly check gutters and downspouts no matter where you live. Gutters that are clogged will hold water, and […]

Cedar Pointe – 2000 Cedar Pointe Ln – SOLD in 20 days!

Gorgeous, modern, loft-style 3 bed, 2 bath home in the highly-sought Cedar Pointe addition of Edmond. Truly unique and move-in ready.

Oklahoma Ranks High for Business Climate

One of the many benefits of a strong local government and the growth that Oklahoma City has experienced over the past decade or so is a strengthening business climate, as was recently highlighted in Site Selection Magazine, where our great state was ranked 13th out of 50. That’s quite a jump ahead of last year’s […]

Home Maintenance #3 – Your Sprinkler

With Old-man Winter knocking at the door, it’s time to get things around your house ready for the cold. One part of this equation that’s often overlooked is getting your in-ground sprinkler system properly drained. Water left in the lines will expand as temperatures drop to freezing levels and can cause your pipes to burst. […]