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11612 S Fulton Ave| Forest Hills Estates | 3 Car Garage $575,000 All 4 bedrooms have private bath. Game room up, large master down with sitting area. Office, formal living and dining have wonderful view of neighborhood. Very secluded backyard. Open kitchen to family room with fireplace.
5897 S. Joplin | Park Plaza | 3 Bed | 2.5 Bath | Corner Lot
1104 W. Decatur | Indian Spring Park II | 3 Bed | 2.5 Bath | Corner Lot Great neighborhood and location! .5 miles to Creek HWY. 2 car garage. Great investment property.
The New Minimal
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Beautiful fireplace in living room, in-ground pool refinished and just like new. This home is in a great location off 61 and Sheridan area. Must see!
Sleek and Simple
11713 S. Oswego Avenue | Wind River | 5 Bed | 3 Car Garage | $699,000
Game room, theater and workout/dance room up. Master has private office plus 2nd office down, formal dining and nook off kitchen. Kitchen open to family room with fireplace. Covered patio. Great Home!
710 W. Waco | Skyline Ridge | 3 Bed | 2 Bath | 2 Car Garage | $97,000 Recently remodeled home features new appliances, updated heating and air, and updated bathrooms. This home also boasts beautiful wood floors and an outdoor sun porch with enclosed windows. Ready to move in!
www.CarmaGrigsby.com
Want Your Property To Be Our Next Cover Home? Direct: 918.260.1800 Carma@CarmaGrigsby.com If your home is currently listed, this is not a solicitation for that listing.
Call Carma for the most effective marketing to sell your Tulsa area property at 918.260.1800.
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In Good Taste
Psst! In case you didn’t hear, there’s a shift happening in home décor. Clean lines, lighter and airier colors, and a more modern look are taking center stage in today’s luxury homes. Of course, we still love our regional design flair, but current hip homes are lightening up and going minimalistic. Homeowners that shy away from the word modern, however, need not be dismayed by today’s contemporary take on home design and furnishings. The style is minimalistic but not completely stripped bare. We’re not talking hard plastic chairs and chrome fixtures. Today’s new modern chairs and sofa silhouettes, for example, are still comfortable but are sleek and simple. Upholstery is elegant and soft, or bright and geometric. You will definitely see a love of patterned and geometric furniture, drapes, and area rugs in today’s fresh new interiors. When it comes to color, the familiar earthy tans and greens, terracotta rusts, and mustard yellows, though still popular in a regional sense, are making way for crisp and more contrasting hues. Think soft blues, whites, creams, grays, and browns which bring a clean and fresh look to tired spaces. (It’s no surprise that top paint company Benjamin Moore has named A Breath of
The Tropical Restaurant and Bar 918.895.6433 | TheTropicalTulsa.com
THAI TROPICAL CHICKEN KA-PRAO INGREDIENTS: 14 oz sliced chicken 2 tbs chopped yellow onions 2 tbs chopped green bell peppers 2 tbs chopped red bell peppers 4 tbs green onions 10 basil leaves 6 garlic cloves 2 Thai chili peppers 2 tbs fish sauce 1 tbs sugar 1 tbs light soy sauce 1 tbs oyster sauce 2 tbs vegetable oil 1 c chicken broth INSTRUCTIONS: Chop garlic and fresh Thai chilies. Place pan on high heat and add oil. Once oil is hot add the garlic and Thai chilies, stir for about ten seconds. Then add sliced chicken and stir until chicken is about half way done (approximately 1 minute). Add your bell peppers and onions, then your sauces, sugar, and broth. Stir until chicken is done cooking (approximately 3 minutes). Turn stove off then add green onions and basil leaves. Fold them into the dish. Plate and serve with rice! Serves 2.
Building Wealth Through Real Estate Investment
Real estate is one of the few investments where the investor may “fall in love” with the asset. Unlike stocks or bonds, real estate has an emotional element to the investment. Therefore, one of the foremost tips for investing in real estate is to listen to what the numbers tell you, rather than the emotional pull of the property. When investing in rental properties, the rental income needs to cover all expenses associated with the property – including taxes and mortgage. In other words, an investment property should pay for itself. As a general guideline, you should try to achieve a gross rent of at least 150% of the property’s mortgage payments to cover all operational costs and leave some net rental income for yourself. Many affluent investors use the cash-on-cash return analysis as a “litmus test” of a rental property investment.
CASH-ON-CASH RETURN = ANNUAL CASH FLOW (BEFORE TAXES)/TOTAL CASH INVESTED If an investor purchased an apartment building and each month the cash flow from rentals, less expenses, is $5,000. Over the course of a year, the before-tax income would be $60,000 and if their cash invested (down payment) in the property totaled $300,000, cash-on-cash return is equal to 20%.
Savvy investors look for 20% - 30% cash-on-cash return before considering investing in a property. A big plus is that the return is immediate cash in your pocket and the property may still appreciate on top of that return. In addition, the investor needs to consider how much time the property will take to manage. Some properties, such as vacation and college rentals, just require way too much time and management to make them smart investments. Well maintained properties rented for as long as possible to decent credit profile tenants usually take the least time to manage. Compared to other investments, real estate is easy to value. Even if you have no idea how to value a property, you can find a Realtor who can value it for you. Typically there are a lot of comparable properties to use to value real estate so the investor knows what the investment property is worth and what should be spent for the property. There are many below market properties that an investor can find. Not only can you purchase a property below market price, you can add value to the property once you purchase it. You can also add bedrooms, add bathrooms, update a kitchen or do many other things to increase value of the real estate. It simply is not possible for an individual investor to add a bedroom onto a stock. Therefore, real estate should be an important part of your investment portfolio.
Fresh Air, a pale powdery blue, its 2013 Paint Color of the Year!) The effect? Simple elegance. But not everything is serene. Look for lively yellows to brighten spaces ...and brighten your mood. Shocks of patterned cobalt blue, say in a few occasional chairs or throw pillows, will also enliven this more contemporary style of living. In the kitchen, look for white and dark brown or black motifs. Counters are stocked with essential tools only, left bare and easy to clean. Kitchen knick-knacks and purely decorative items are sparse, with new homeowners opting for a clean and understated look. Cabinets themselves are now often painted, with whites and creams lending kitchens an entirely fresh new look. Distressed wood is also popular, giving a unique and individualist vibe to homes. Perhaps the biggest shift in interior design for the New Year: Individuality. Homeowners are looking for handmade, unique items that don’t look exactly the same as all the other homes on the block. Seek out different pieces that speak to you and make you happy in your home. Sounds like a great way to start the New Year!
Event Calendar JANUARY | FEBRUARY 2014 Chicago Tulsa Performing Arts Center | January 21-26 918.596.7109 | CelebrityAttractions.com Celebrity Attractions brings the Broadway smash Chicago to the Tulsa Performing Arts Center for a limited engagement. Chicago has won six Tony Awards, two Olivier Awards, and a Grammy since its debut. Weaving the story line of sin, corruption, jazz, and the big city seamlessly with the musical numbers, audiences keep seeing Chicago again and again. Beauty and the Beast Tulsa Performing Arts Center | January 31-February 2 918.596.7109 | CelebrityAttractions.com The most beautiful love story ever told comes to life in this lush, romantic Broadway musical for all generations. Based on the Academy Award-winning animated feature film, this eye-popping spectacle has won the hearts of over 35 million people worldwide. This classic musical love story is filled with unforgettable characters, lavish sets and costumes, and dazzling production numbers including “Be Our Guest” and the beloved title song. BIG FREEZE 5K & Fun Run LaFortune Park |February 1 918.596.5981 | BigFreezeTulsa.com If you survived the Tulsa Blizzard of 2011 and the Ice Storm of 2007, you can survive the 3rd Annual BIG FREEZE of 2014! The BIG FREEZE is the “sure cure” for cabin fever! Be one of hundreds who are crazy enough to get out of the house and “stick it” to old man winter! The course is certified and includes obstacles. All proceeds go to Park Friends, Inc. for activities and programs throughout the Tulsa County Parks. Thanks Tulsa, for supporting the best parks in the county! Harlem Globetrotters BOK Center | February 7 918.894.4445 | BOKCenter.com The Harlem Globetrotters are headed to Tulsa’s BOK Center for a wildly entertaining show that’s all about the fans. The stop is part of their “Fans Rule” tour where they’ll perform some of the most amazing stunts and trick shots basketball has ever seen. The Globetrotters have been performing for 88 years and they’re known for impressive and fun-to-watch basketball challenges. Buttercup Bash OK Jazz Hall of Fame | February 15 918.850.4103 | TulsaBoysHome.org The Tulsa Boys’ Home Junior Women’s Association presents the 6th Annual Buttercup Bash, a post-Valentine’s Day, casino-theme fundraiser at the amazing and historic Oklahoma Jazz Hall of Fame. Guests can expect a fun-filled night full of music, casino games, auctions, dancing, and of course delicious food and beverages. All proceeds benefit Tulsa Boys’ Home.
In Good Taste
Psst! In case you didn’t hear, there’s a shift happening in home décor. Clean lines, lighter and airier colors, and a more modern look are taking center stage in today’s luxury homes. Of course, we still love our regional design flair, but current hip homes are lightening up and going minimalistic. Homeowners that shy away from the word modern, however, need not be dismayed by today’s contemporary take on home design and furnishings. The style is minimalistic but not completely stripped bare. We’re not talking hard plastic chairs and chrome fixtures. Today’s new modern chairs and sofa silhouettes, for example, are still comfortable but are sleek and simple. Upholstery is elegant and soft, or bright and geometric. You will definitely see a love of patterned and geometric furniture, drapes, and area rugs in today’s fresh new interiors. When it comes to color, the familiar earthy tans and greens, terracotta rusts, and mustard yellows, though still popular in a regional sense, are making way for crisp and more contrasting hues. Think soft blues, whites, creams, grays, and browns which bring a clean and fresh look to tired spaces. (It’s no surprise that top paint company Benjamin Moore has named A Breath of
The Tropical Restaurant and Bar 918.895.6433 | TheTropicalTulsa.com
THAI TROPICAL CHICKEN KA-PRAO INGREDIENTS: 14 oz sliced chicken 2 tbs chopped yellow onions 2 tbs chopped green bell peppers 2 tbs chopped red bell peppers 4 tbs green onions 10 basil leaves 6 garlic cloves 2 Thai chili peppers 2 tbs fish sauce 1 tbs sugar 1 tbs light soy sauce 1 tbs oyster sauce 2 tbs vegetable oil 1 c chicken broth INSTRUCTIONS: Chop garlic and fresh Thai chilies. Place pan on high heat and add oil. Once oil is hot add the garlic and Thai chilies, stir for about ten seconds. Then add sliced chicken and stir until chicken is about half way done (approximately 1 minute). Add your bell peppers and onions, then your sauces, sugar, and broth. Stir until chicken is done cooking (approximately 3 minutes). Turn stove off then add green onions and basil leaves. Fold them into the dish. Plate and serve with rice! Serves 2.
Building Wealth Through Real Estate Investment
Real estate is one of the few investments where the investor may “fall in love” with the asset. Unlike stocks or bonds, real estate has an emotional element to the investment. Therefore, one of the foremost tips for investing in real estate is to listen to what the numbers tell you, rather than the emotional pull of the property. When investing in rental properties, the rental income needs to cover all expenses associated with the property – including taxes and mortgage. In other words, an investment property should pay for itself. As a general guideline, you should try to achieve a gross rent of at least 150% of the property’s mortgage payments to cover all operational costs and leave some net rental income for yourself. Many affluent investors use the cash-on-cash return analysis as a “litmus test” of a rental property investment.
CASH-ON-CASH RETURN = ANNUAL CASH FLOW (BEFORE TAXES)/TOTAL CASH INVESTED If an investor purchased an apartment building and each month the cash flow from rentals, less expenses, is $5,000. Over the course of a year, the before-tax income would be $60,000 and if their cash invested (down payment) in the property totaled $300,000, cash-on-cash return is equal to 20%.
Savvy investors look for 20% - 30% cash-on-cash return before considering investing in a property. A big plus is that the return is immediate cash in your pocket and the property may still appreciate on top of that return. In addition, the investor needs to consider how much time the property will take to manage. Some properties, such as vacation and college rentals, just require way too much time and management to make them smart investments. Well maintained properties rented for as long as possible to decent credit profile tenants usually take the least time to manage. Compared to other investments, real estate is easy to value. Even if you have no idea how to value a property, you can find a Realtor who can value it for you. Typically there are a lot of comparable properties to use to value real estate so the investor knows what the investment property is worth and what should be spent for the property. There are many below market properties that an investor can find. Not only can you purchase a property below market price, you can add value to the property once you purchase it. You can also add bedrooms, add bathrooms, update a kitchen or do many other things to increase value of the real estate. It simply is not possible for an individual investor to add a bedroom onto a stock. Therefore, real estate should be an important part of your investment portfolio.
Fresh Air, a pale powdery blue, its 2013 Paint Color of the Year!) The effect? Simple elegance. But not everything is serene. Look for lively yellows to brighten spaces ...and brighten your mood. Shocks of patterned cobalt blue, say in a few occasional chairs or throw pillows, will also enliven this more contemporary style of living. In the kitchen, look for white and dark brown or black motifs. Counters are stocked with essential tools only, left bare and easy to clean. Kitchen knick-knacks and purely decorative items are sparse, with new homeowners opting for a clean and understated look. Cabinets themselves are now often painted, with whites and creams lending kitchens an entirely fresh new look. Distressed wood is also popular, giving a unique and individualist vibe to homes. Perhaps the biggest shift in interior design for the New Year: Individuality. Homeowners are looking for handmade, unique items that don’t look exactly the same as all the other homes on the block. Seek out different pieces that speak to you and make you happy in your home. Sounds like a great way to start the New Year!
Event Calendar JANUARY | FEBRUARY 2014 Chicago Tulsa Performing Arts Center | January 21-26 918.596.7109 | CelebrityAttractions.com Celebrity Attractions brings the Broadway smash Chicago to the Tulsa Performing Arts Center for a limited engagement. Chicago has won six Tony Awards, two Olivier Awards, and a Grammy since its debut. Weaving the story line of sin, corruption, jazz, and the big city seamlessly with the musical numbers, audiences keep seeing Chicago again and again. Beauty and the Beast Tulsa Performing Arts Center | January 31-February 2 918.596.7109 | CelebrityAttractions.com The most beautiful love story ever told comes to life in this lush, romantic Broadway musical for all generations. Based on the Academy Award-winning animated feature film, this eye-popping spectacle has won the hearts of over 35 million people worldwide. This classic musical love story is filled with unforgettable characters, lavish sets and costumes, and dazzling production numbers including “Be Our Guest” and the beloved title song. BIG FREEZE 5K & Fun Run LaFortune Park |February 1 918.596.5981 | BigFreezeTulsa.com If you survived the Tulsa Blizzard of 2011 and the Ice Storm of 2007, you can survive the 3rd Annual BIG FREEZE of 2014! The BIG FREEZE is the “sure cure” for cabin fever! Be one of hundreds who are crazy enough to get out of the house and “stick it” to old man winter! The course is certified and includes obstacles. All proceeds go to Park Friends, Inc. for activities and programs throughout the Tulsa County Parks. Thanks Tulsa, for supporting the best parks in the county! Harlem Globetrotters BOK Center | February 7 918.894.4445 | BOKCenter.com The Harlem Globetrotters are headed to Tulsa’s BOK Center for a wildly entertaining show that’s all about the fans. The stop is part of their “Fans Rule” tour where they’ll perform some of the most amazing stunts and trick shots basketball has ever seen. The Globetrotters have been performing for 88 years and they’re known for impressive and fun-to-watch basketball challenges. Buttercup Bash OK Jazz Hall of Fame | February 15 918.850.4103 | TulsaBoysHome.org The Tulsa Boys’ Home Junior Women’s Association presents the 6th Annual Buttercup Bash, a post-Valentine’s Day, casino-theme fundraiser at the amazing and historic Oklahoma Jazz Hall of Fame. Guests can expect a fun-filled night full of music, casino games, auctions, dancing, and of course delicious food and beverages. All proceeds benefit Tulsa Boys’ Home.
Prestige
January | February 2014
Your Preferred Tulsa Area Realtor AC TIV E
FEATURED PROPERTY
AC
AC
TIV
TIV
E
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11612 S Fulton Ave| Forest Hills Estates | 3 Car Garage $575,000 All 4 bedrooms have private bath. Game room up, large master down with sitting area. Office, formal living and dining have wonderful view of neighborhood. Very secluded backyard. Open kitchen to family room with fireplace.
5897 S. Joplin | Park Plaza | 3 Bed | 2.5 Bath | Corner Lot
1104 W. Decatur | Indian Spring Park II | 3 Bed | 2.5 Bath | Corner Lot Great neighborhood and location! .5 miles to Creek HWY. 2 car garage. Great investment property.
The New Minimal
AC
AC
TIV
TIV
E
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Beautiful fireplace in living room, in-ground pool refinished and just like new. This home is in a great location off 61 and Sheridan area. Must see!
Sleek and Simple
11713 S. Oswego Avenue | Wind River | 5 Bed | 3 Car Garage | $699,000
Game room, theater and workout/dance room up. Master has private office plus 2nd office down, formal dining and nook off kitchen. Kitchen open to family room with fireplace. Covered patio. Great Home!
710 W. Waco | Skyline Ridge | 3 Bed | 2 Bath | 2 Car Garage | $97,000 Recently remodeled home features new appliances, updated heating and air, and updated bathrooms. This home also boasts beautiful wood floors and an outdoor sun porch with enclosed windows. Ready to move in!
www.CarmaGrigsby.com
Want Your Property To Be Our Next Cover Home? Direct: 918.260.1800 Carma@CarmaGrigsby.com If your home is currently listed, this is not a solicitation for that listing.
Call Carma for the most effective marketing to sell your Tulsa area property at 918.260.1800.
Produced by UpscaleRealEstateMarketing.com • 877.660.0996
Building Wealth
What’s In Your Real Estate Portfolio?
The Tropical Restaurant’s
Tasty Thai Chicken Ka-Prao
Forest Hills Estates Cover Home
Exclusively Presented By Carma Grigsby