New to Norman/OKC area

[Michael Harkless]

How's it going everyone?  My wife and I are currently in Lawton and we're trying to make our first true investment purchase up in Norman or OKC.  Made the drive up a couple times now to look around and read some older post here on BP to try and get a feel for what the two areas are like.  With the distance, time we have available, and size of the area we're thinking of narrowing our focus to maybe just Norman or a section of OKC.  

We're also about to start making phone calls to find a realtor in that area.  No one we've spoken to around here had any referrals for up that way though.  Do any of you work consistently with certain agents that you trust and would recommend?

Probably the worst time to start asking folks questions with the holidays coming up ha!  Any ways, look forward to hearing anyone's input.  Thanks!

[Ron Harris]

Welcome to Biggerpockets & OKC!

I recommend you join the local Real Estate Investors Associations (REIA) to be around like-minded individuals.

What I have seen over the years, since 2006, is that we can tell the success level of new investors by how often they show up. It's amazing what it will do for your motivation and momentum when around your peers.

For real estate investors in Oklahoma City, we have:

1st Thursday of every month www.mpmeeting.com

2nd Thursday of every month www.okcreia.com

For entrepreneurship & business in Oklahoma City, we have:

2nd Wednesday of every month "Coffee with Entrepreneurs" www.okceg.com

4th Thursday of every month www.OKCEntrepreneurGroup.com

I am a local real estate mentor and business coach so if you ever need guidance and accountability I might be a resource to you. I am always open for a cup of coffee!

Midwest City is also a great place to invest. I'd avoid Del City since they have lots of "inspection" rules on landlords/tenants. 

Enjoy the day,

Ron Harris

The Renascent Entrepreneur