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Discounted Weather Radios on April 5th

Update for staying weather prepared! I have just learned that the Walmart Super Center in Edmond at Danforth and Santa Fe will be offering NOAA Weather Radios at a discounted price on April 5th. As an added service volunteers will be available to assist in programing the radio to be specific to your area of Edmond. If you do not have a NOAA Weather Radio, this is a great opportunity to pick one up just in time for the spring severe weather ahead!

CENTURY 21 Open House Month is Here!

Edmond Open House

No foolin' it's here! It's April and that can mean only one thing, CENTURY 21 Open House Month! What a great opportunity to get out and visit Oklahoma Real Estate. To see the CENTURY 21 Goodyear GreenOpen House Calander click here.

Are you on the fence about whether or not to list your Edmond house? List today and take advantage of this National advertising campaign for your April Open House. For more information or a FREE market analysis for your Edmond property, call Kristyn Grewell of CENTURY 21 Goodyear Green at 405-359-7400.

Be Prepared for the Next Storm

Well on Sunday night it happened for the first time since 1986. A tornado actually touched down in Edmond. The sirens sounded and many Edmond residents followed their emergency plan. Were you prepared? I was surprised to learn that I was not. Almost as soon as we realized that the storm was serious and were considering what to do, the power went out. That was when we discovered how unprepared we were. Sure, we have a weather radio and flashlights. But, we did not have batteries in the weather radio or the flashlight in our closet. The flashlight was in the trunk of my car at the ready for showing Edmond real estate in the dark!

Well, the storm passed by and we were all very safe. But as I tried to get back to sleep I could only think of putting together my own Disaster Supply Kit which should include;

  1. A 3 day supply of water. 1 gallon per person per day.
  2. A 3 day supply of non-perishable food and a hand held can opener
  3. change of clothes, rain gear, and sturdy shoes for each family member
  4. blankets or sleeping bags
  5. First aid kit and prescription medication
  6. extra pair of glasses
  7. A list of family doctors and important medical information
  8. Battery powered radio and EXTRA BATTERIES
  9. Identification, credit cards, copies of home insurance information
  10. extra sets of keys for house and car
  11. Tools like waterproof matches, garbage bags, compass, pen, paper, flares, screwdriver, hammer, and bleach.

Hopefully it will be another 22 years before a tornado threatens Edmond, OK, but we should all be prepared.

Edmond Realtor, Kristyn Grewell of CENTURY 21 Goodyear Green specializes in residential real estate in Edmond, OK working with buyers, sellers, and investors. Call 405-359-7400 to learn more.

I Only Want to See Homes With a Storm Shelter

Are you relocating to Edmond, Oklahoma but concerned about our spring weather? As an Edmond Realtor working with clients new to the area, the subject of weather often comes up. Especially this time of year. Many Edmond home buyers new to our area are insistent that the homes we visit have a storm shelter. The truth is, the vast majority of Oklahoma homes do not have a storm shelter. By, limiting your search for an Edmond home to those only those that have a storm shelter, you may be missing out on the perfect home for you! I was recently present at an Edmond Board of Realtors luncheon where the keynote speaker was David Payne. David Payne is a meteorologist for KFOR news in Oklahoma City. After a fascinating speech he opened the floor for questions. He was asked, "Do you have a storm shelter in your own home?" The answer, "No."

If you purchase a sturdy home without a storm shelter in Edmond you can still be safe (it is not safe to remain in a mobile home during severe weather.) You just need to have a plan. If there is no storm shelter or SafeRoom, the safest place to be is on the lowest level of the house and away from windows and doors. Choose a small interior room or closet.

If you do purchase a home equipped with a storm shelter or SafeRoom you will want to take a moment to ensure it is registered with the City of Edmond's Emergency Management Service. Click here to register online.

Whether you weather a storm in a storm shelter or interior room of your home, you should keep a Disaster Supply Kit in the room. Check back this week for a list of items to have on hand in the supply kit.

Kristyn Grewell of CENTURY 21 Goodyear Green specializes in residential real estate in Edmond, Oklahoma and works with many buyers relocating to the area. For more information, or to contact Kristyn call 405-3590-7400.

Arbor Day Celebration in Edmond

 The City of Edmond's 4th Annual Arbor Day Celebration is scheduled for tomorrow, March 29th from 1:00 until 4:00 at the Festival Market Place in downtown Edmond. Last year I happened on the event by accident with my daughter. As we drove past we noticed the event and decided to check it out. What fun we had!

The annual Edmond event includes a moon bounce for kids, free tree seedlings, free t-shirts (sponsored by Edmond Electric) and many educational but fun activities for the whole family. So, if you are out and about tomorrow afternoon, stop by the Festival Market Place in Edmond as they celebrate Arbor Day.

If you park downtown, you can start with lunch at Othello's, visit the Arbor Day Celebration, then spend some time touring the great downtown shops. Then don't forget to plant your tree seedling when you get home! Trees are a smart addition to your Edmond Real Estate. Another great Saturday afternoon in Edmond, Oklahoma! Maybe I will see you there.

Kristyn Grewell CENTURY 21 Goodyear Green 405-359-7400