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Oklahoma City Permit Fees Rise Again, with Plan Review Now $500

Oklahoma City increased permit fees; building plan review now $500 and residential plumbing fees rose to $100, so budget ahead.

Oklahoma City, OK · 07-21

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Sooner State Starter Homes Still Crush Coastal Sticker Shock

For buyers who feel permanently priced out of the coasts, Oklahoma is starting to look less like a flyover state and more like a realistic place to land a first home. Lower median prices, steady new construction, and state-run down payment help are giving first-time buyers more choices than they are seeing in much of the Sun Belt and on the coasts. That combination is steering shoppers toward Tulsa and Oklahoma City, where modest single-family homes and small new builds are still popping up at price points that do not immediately blow up a starter budget.

Oklahoma · 07-21
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Homeowners allege repeated adjuster changes delayed State Farm insurance claims

TULSA, Okla. — Multiple Oklahoma homeowners say they faced repeated adjuster changes, lengthy delays and disputed claim payments after filing homeowners insurance claims with State Farm, complaints that mirror allegations now at the center of a lawsuit filed by Oklahoma Attorney General Gentner Drummond. FOX23 Investigative Reporter Janna Clark...

Oklahoma · 07-22
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Vesta Realty fails to pay over $150k in utility bills leaving tenants without water

OKLAHOMA CITY (KFOR) — Vesta Realty fails to keep up with utility bills, leaving tenants at the Muntage apartments frustrated and worried for their future after going days without running water. “When they told us the water was not coming back on at all and to look for another...

Oklahoma City, OK · 07-21
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Oklahoma remains strong market for first-time homebuyers

OKLAHOMA - New data shows the shortage of starter homes is beginning to ease nationwide, but high home prices and elevated mortgage rates continue to make buying a first home difficult for many Americans. Financial expert Paul Hood said Oklahoma remains in a better position than many parts of the...

Oklahoma · 07-20

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When Landlords Don’t Pay the Bills, It’s the Tenants Who Struggle

When Cassandra Rhodes arrived home to her Drexel Flats apartment, a notice from Oklahoma City greeted her, stating her water would soon be shut off. On June 30, white sheets of paper marked with the city seal stuck to every door throughout the complex, which is owned by Tulsa-based Vesta Realty.

Oklahoma City, OK · 07-13

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Oklahoma remains strong market for first-time homebuyers, financial expert says

OKLAHOMA - New data shows the shortage of starter homes is beginning to ease nationwide, but high home prices and elevated mortgage rates continue to make buying a first home difficult for many Americans. Financial expert Paul Hood said Oklahoma remains in a better position than many parts of the...

Oklahoma · 07-20

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10 Affordable Oklahoma Towns Perfect for Stretching Your Budget

Oklahoma is already one of the most affordable states in America, with a cost of living well below the national average. Within the Sooner State, several small towns offer even greater value thanks to inexpensive housing, low everyday expenses, and welcoming communities. Whether you’re looking to retire, buy your first...

Oklahoma · 07-13

The Oklahoman

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Edmond's Pelican Bay pool reopens after major $7.2 million fix

EDMOND − The grand reopening of Edmond's Pelican Bay Aquatic Center should go swimmingly. Earlier-than-usual extreme heat and a longer-than-planned off season should have the city-owned pool and mini water park packed when its opens to the public on Saturday, July 18, after $7.2 million in renovations paid for by the 2017 capital improvement projects sales tax. The work was supposed to have been done in time for Memorial Day weekend. Pelican Bay, at 1034 S Bryant Ave., opened in 2002, has been closed since the end of the last summer season. The pool was leaking up to 20,000 gallons of water per day. "After months of hard work, we're excited to welcome everyone back to Pelican Bay," Mayor Mark Nash said. "While the project took longer than expected due to unforeseen repairs and a weather delay or two, the result is a safer, refreshed, and improved facility that will serve Edmond families for years to come." Nash thanked residents for their patience and support and welcomed people back to make more memories. More: Could Edmond sales tax go completely to fixing one stretch of road? Edmond City Council member: 'Pelican Bay is more than a pool' “Pelican Bay is

Edmond, OK · 07-17

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Arkansas Condo Haunts Oklahoma Insurance Hopeful In Runoff Fight

Marty Quinn, a former state lawmaker now in a Republican runoff for Oklahoma insurance commissioner, is under scrutiny over a basic but politically explosive question: did he really live in Oklahoma for the five years he swore he did on his candidate paperwork?. Public records reviewed by reporters show Quinn...

Oklahoma · 07-17

The Cool Down

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Oklahoma cities declare Vesta properties nuisances as tenants brace for water shutoffs

"It's every month, and he didn't pay the bill again."

Oklahoma · 07-16

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When landlords don’t pay the bills, it’s the tenants who struggle

When Cassandra Rhodes arrived home to her Drexel Flats apartment, a notice from Oklahoma City greeted her, stating her water would soon be shut off. On June 30, white sheets of paper marked with the city seal stuck to every door throughout the complex, which is owned by Tulsa-based Vesta Realty.

Oklahoma City, OK · 07-13

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Inspections underway at Vesta Realty’s Midwest City apartments

MIDWEST CITY, Okla. (KFOR) – Tenants at the Sand Hills apartment complex in Midwest City are adding to the list of complaints against property company Vesta Realty. Families living at the complex say they've experienced unfulfilled maintenance requests, broken air conditioning units and smoke alarms, and a pest problem they say has gotten out of control.

Midwest City, OK · 07-16

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Gallery: Details unveiled ahead of St. Jude Dream Home opening

EDMOND, Okla. (KOKH) — The public will be able to get their first look at the St. Judge Dream Home this weekend, but we're getting a sneak peek at some of the details. As of July 17, organizers say there are a little more than 1,400 tickets left for the St. Jude Dream Home Giveaway.

Edmond, OK · 07-17

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Oklahoma City Inventory Surges as Prices Soften for Buyers

Oklahoma City buyers gained serious leverage as inventory surged, prices dipped, and over 1 in 5 listings landed a price cut.

Oklahoma City, OK · 07-17

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A New Analysis of 2,000 Insurance Filings Just Explained Why Oklahoma Roof Claim Checks Are So Much Smaller Than Homeowners Expect

You Are Paying $7,255 a Year. Here Is What You Are Actually Getting. Oklahoma homeowners pay an average of $7,255 per year for homeowners insurance — the highest in the country. Most of them pay it believing their home is comprehensively covered against the wind and hail that defines life in tornado alley.

Oklahoma · 07-16

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Top homeowners insurance mistakes to avoid

OKLAHOMA INSURANCE COMMISSIONER / From the desk of Glen Mulready. Choosing the right homeowners insurance is one of the most important steps you can take to protect your home. Many Oklahoma homeowners focus only on the lowest premium, without checking what the policy actually covers. This can lead to major out‑of‑pocket costs after a storm, fire, or other disaster. Here are common mistakes to avoid with Oklahoma home insurance.

Oklahoma · 07-16

KFOR

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Former arms dealer takes over Vesta Properties in Oklahoma

Oklahoma · 07-15

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Bumble Roofing Breaks Into Oklahoma Market

July 14, 2026 // Franchising.com // Oklahoma City — Bumble Roofing plans to launch their business into their 17th state: Oklahoma. Expansion into The Sooner State gives the company access to a skilled and growing workforce with their established, successful franchise model. The historic homes of Tulsa and surrounding...

Oklahoma City, OK · 07-14