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Oklahoma City is among a few cities in the nation that were relatively unphased during the housing crisis, and according to HomeValueForecast.com the city has oil production to that for that success. The oil industry has helped lower the unemployment rates and also raise property values in the middle- America city. The Oklahoma City movers are glad to say our city is in the top ten markets as judged by nine factors.

The oil industry is only getting more profitable as the years go by, and now would be a viable time to put down roots in a place like Oklahoma City if you have had struggles with unemployment or home purchasing.

While the internet has become a convenient and reliable source of information and also a place for leisure, there are certain dangers that can occur online—and the Oklahoma real estate market is no exception to that rule. Internet scammers are targeting hopeful buyers in the area and luring them in to false transactions both for buying and renting homes.

While some listings are obvious, with sellers and landlords located in the West Indies or Nigeria, some are listing contact information from right here in Oklahoma City. We want you to be aware of the dangers that internet real estate can pose and also remind you to keep your wits about you when transferring money. You should never sign a lease or transfer funds without meeting with the landlord or at least a licensed realtor authorized to lease or sell the property. If you have more questions, contact your friends at the Oklahoma City movers.

In a recent study by KPMG, a tax and accounting firm, the top place for a business to open up shop in the United States is right here in Oklahoma City! With comparisons made on 13 different locations with 26 different levels of criteria, it’s a pretty impressive accomplishment.

Oklahome City offers strong cost advantages for businesses, for elements such as labor, facility costs and rent, expenses and even property taxes. The Oklahoma City movers want to encourage anyone planning to open a business or a new branch of their business to consider the financial pros of choosing a financially stable city such as Oklahoma City.

Oklahoma City real estate prices have been strong lately, as the median home sales priced increased in the local market by 8.5% in comparison to 2011. But how does that compare to the rest of the nation? The Oklahoma City movers investigate.

Based on varied curricula, such as unemployment rates, home prices, trends in home pricing (steady, falling, rising, etc) and the foreclosure rate were evaluated to bring the most economically sound cities for Americans to live.

And how did Oklahoma City do? Well, according to Realty Biz News, they ranked #1 in the nation. They were also the only city to receive “All As” throughout the judged categories.

Downtown has noticeably become more popular in recent times, and there’s no sign of that changing in the near future. New low rise buildings will begin construction in the area, such as a new police station, municipal court building and elementary school. A conference center hotel is also on the agenda as possible addition to downtown. If it goes as planned, it will exceed 20 stories.

SandRidge Energy is also plotting a new building–which is likely to top 15 stories. Devon Energy Center is also a potential 50 story complex in the works. The Oklahoma City movers are excited by the potential jobs these new buildings may bring.

The downtown parking system in Oklahoma City is apparently growing slower than the population in the area–parking garages are at a 95% occupancy rate and parking is no longer a guaranteed perk for new companies looking to move into the downtown district.

With what seems like terrible timing, the city also was notified by the Oklahoma Transportation Department the need for vacating a parking lot that is currently using 350 spots. As the Oklahoma City movers predicted, our city is heading towards a significant growth spurt.

According to the city, there are no quick or easy solutions. Hopefully some resolution comes soon, otherwise people will have to embrace one of two options: public transportation or remote working.

Oklahoma City is staying afloat in the industry commercial real estate with impressive numbers that show the vacancy rate dropping from 24.9 to the current 8.9 percent. This positive trend has been apparent since late 2010.

Absorption rate was at a high in 2011, and vacant space reduced significantly. Experts, including us here at the Oklahoma City movers, fully expect 2012 to continue on this positive track. If you need assistance with commercial moves (or residential, of course) be sure to contact your favorite professional movers at All My Sons Oklahoma City.

An Oklahoma city was named as one of the top five places where being a landlord is most profitable. Coming in 5th in a Top 5 Report, Tulsa was named as a great place to own property, with jobs on the rise, a projected increase in new renters moving in, and a current monthly rent well over a typical mortgage payment.

However, Tulsa isn’t the only city here in the Sooner state with potential. The Oklahoma City movers are aware that the entire state, including our city, is an up & coming market for job opportunity, population increase, and subsequent rental price raises. Investors would certainly be wise to look towards Oklahoma as a place to open a business, build housing, or buy properties to lease to professionals–both residential and commercial.

According to a recent report by the Building Owners & Managers Association’s 2011 Experience Exchange Report, Tulsa and Oklahoma City are both among the top 10 most affordable office space rental prices.

Tulsa was near the top, in 3rd place, with square footage valued at $13.73. Oklahoma City came in at #9, with prices averaging $15.78/square foot. The rest of the top 10 includes cities from all over the nation, thought mostly middle America–Shrevport, Louisiana; Nashville, Tennessee; Dayton, Ohio; Columbus, Ohio; Boise, Idaho; Omaha, Nebraska’ Harrisburg, Pennsylvania; and Jacksonville, Florida are the other cities.

The Oklahoma City movers at All My Sons are your #1 source for commercial moving in Oklahoma. Contact us today to help with your next commercial or corporate move!

Tis the season to share! Why not clean out your home and donate to the First Baptist Church of Oklahoma City? The church will be taking gently used furniture donations to fill their Furniture Bank of Oklahoma City in conjunction with Skyline Urban Ministries.

The Oklahoma City movers want to encourage you to share the love this holiday season and make a contribution that could help a less fortunate rebuild their homes following the disastrous weather of 2011. Donations can be dropped off at 3922 NW 10 on Saturday mornings.

Share the holiday cheer this year by donating your goods-or volunteer labor-to help the Furniture Bank this season.