Oklahoma Real Estate Radio Christi Gillentine

Lender Series #4


Brian Taylor, a mortgage banker with 21 years of experience, shares his insights and advice for real estate agents and buyers. He discusses his journey in the industry, navigating the 2008 market crash, and preparing for market changes. Brian emphasizes the importance of real estate as an investment and encourages buyers to take advantage of the current market conditions. He also discusses the use of 401k funds for down payments and provides an outlook for the real estate market in 2024. The conversation covers various topics related to interest rates, the Federal Reserve, affordability, down payment assistance, and overlays in the mortgage industry. The pressure on the Fed to lower rates is discussed, along with the factors that influence mortgage rates. The swing of interest rates and the historical context of rates are explored. The impact of debt-to-income ratio on affordability is highlighted, as well as the availability of assumable loans. The concept of buying down rates is explained, and the importance of understanding overlays in lending is emphasized. The conversation also touches on down payment assistance programs and the Tulsa Remote Program. The advice for young homebuyers is to consider the affordability of the local market and explore available assistance programs. In this conversation, Brian Taylor discusses the meaning of home ownership and its significance in building wealth and generational freedom. He emphasizes that home ownership is not just a place to live but also a vehicle for creating wealth and providing for future generations. Real estate is seen as the fastest way to build wealth, making home ownership a powerful tool for financial success. You can reach Brian Taylor at 918-728-9178.

Christi Gillentine is the Host of the Oklahoma Real Estate Radio Podcast and Co-Founder of 918 Home Team in Tulsa, Oklahoma.  She has been in real estate for over 20 years. She specializes in New Construction Sales and is a Business Coach You can reach her at 918-269-1988  or OklahomaRealEstateRadio.com



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Team Leader Series #2

Jessica Scott shares her journey as a Team Leader from a young solo agent in 2004, offering insight on what has made her team a success and what pit falls to avoid when starting a team. There are many things to consider when start, joining or growing a Real Estate Team. Jessica dives into these details and much more in this episode.

Jessica Scott  is the Founder and Team Leader of Jessica Scott and Associates in Tulsa Oklahoma. Her team ranks in the Top 1% in Oklahoma Real Estate. Jessica is one of the most  respected Realtors in Oklahoma. You can reach her at jessicascott@kw.com.

Christi Gillentine is a Realtor with eXp Realty and Co-Founder of Tulsa Oklahoma's  918 Home Team.  She specializes in New Construction Sales  You can reach her at OklahomaRealEstateRadio.com

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Lender Series #3

Juan Rodriguez shares on starting in mortgage lending right before the 2008 crash, how the affordability of Tulsa caused him to move from Southern California; and why the time has never been better to live and do business in Oklahoma.

Juan is the Top Mortgage lender with Bank of Oklahoma.  He specializes in crafting a working plan to get home buyers positioned to take advantage of any market.  You can reach Juan at juan.rodriguez@bokf.com or 918-408-8921.

Christi Gillentine is Team Leader of Tulsa Oklahoma's  918 Home Team.  She specializes in New Construction Sales  You can reach her at 918Agents.com or 918-269-1988.

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Team Leader Series #1

Tracy Ellis shares on his ten year journey in real estate and building the Ellis Real Estate Team from day one in the business. How turning his team into a tribe has helped with agent retention, growth and how success can be found for anyone who is willing to follow support systems.

Tracy Ellis is the Team Leader of the Ellis Real Estate Team that started in Tulsa Oklahoma.  With a track record of agent loyalty, the Ellis Team is structured to support partners with the resources and guidance that has created a thriving tribe of professionals including an operations manager, coach and transaction coordinator.  The Ellis Team is in the top 1% nationally and ranks as a top team in Oklahoma. You can reach Tracy at tracy.ellis@kw.com

Christi Gillentine is Co-Founder of Tulsa Oklahoma's  918 Home Team.  She specializes in New Construction Sales  You can reach her at OklahomaRealEstateRadio.com

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Broker Series #6

Jared Brown Broker with Remax Legacy in Broken Arrow Oklahoma talks about the realities of grit and grind in the industry and the simple truths that lead to profound success in Real Estate.  You can reach him at (918) 407-8795


Christi Gillentine is Co-Founder of Tulsa Oklahoma's  918 Home Team.  She specializes in New Construction Sales  You can reach her at OklahomaRealEstateRadio.com

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Investor Series #1

Pete Reese opens up about secrets of land investors who flip at a high level, how he finds investments, what to consider when buying investment property out of state and what he looks for in looking for Real Estate Agents partners.

Pete Reese is a Land Investor who flips investments around the country. Like many investors, Pete is looking at opportunities that Oklahoma brings to the investment market.  With over 15 years in the real estate industry and experiencing the 2008 housing market crash, Pete shares insight in his journey to flipping millions of dollars in just about all states.  Pete lives in San Diego California with his family. You can reach him at reese@turningprofit.com.

Christi Gillentine is Co-Founder of Tulsa Oklahoma's  918 Home Team.  She specializes in New Construction Sales  You can reach her at OklahomaRealEstateRadio.com

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