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2413 E. 138th | Dutchers Crossing | Green Belt | $338,800 Features office, formal dining, large dining nook, family room with fireplace, outdoor living center with fireplace, waterfall, outdoor grill, pergola, 2 levels of patio, covered patio off master, game room and 3 bedrooms up. Master Down, 2.5 baths, 3 car garage. 141st and Harvard area.

11713 S. Oswego Avenue | Wind River | 5 Bed | 3 Car Garage | $699,000

710 W. Waco | Skyline Ridge | 3 Bed | 2 Bath | 2 car garage | $97,000

Recently remodeled home features new appliances, updated heating and air, and updated bathrooms. This home also boasts beautiful wood floors and an outdoor sun porch with enclosed windows. Ready to move in!

Creating A Season To Remember

LIS NEW TIN G

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Game room, theater and workout/dance room up. Master has private office plus 2nd office down, formal dining and nook off kitchen. Kitchen open to family room with fireplace. Covered Patio. Great Home!

Holiday Traditions

5897 S. Joplin | Park Plaza | 3 Bed | 2.5 Bath | Corner Lot

Beautiful fireplace in living room, in-ground pool refinished and just like new.

This home is in a great location off 61 and Sheridan area. Must see!

1104 W. Decatur | Indian Spring Park II | 3 Bed | 2.5 Bath | Corner Lot Great neighborhood and location! .5 miles to Creek HWY. 2 car garage.

Great investment property.

www.CarmaGrigsby.com

Want Your Property To Be Our Next Cover Home?

Direct: 918.260.1800 Carma@CarmaGrigsby.com If your home is currently listed, this is not a solicitation for that listing.

Call Carma for the most effective marketing to sell your Tulsa area property at 918.260.1800.

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Consumer Confidence Is Seasonal Spending An Indicator Of The Housing Market?

Fall In Love With Michael V’s Delightful Pistachio Crusted Halibut

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In Good Taste

Event Calendar

Michael V’s Restaurant & Bar 918.369.0310| MichaelVsRestaurant.com

N OVEMBER | DECEMBER 2013 The holidays are almost here! Why not make this the year you create winter memories that will last a lifetime?

Whether you celebrate Christmas, Hanukah, or Kwanzaa, holiday traditions will help you build family time that will be cherished for years to come. Here are a few festive ways to make this winter season one to remember.

First, make your home magical. Whether it’s placing your tree or menorah in the same special spot year after year or creating an ornament theme that grows and grows each Christmas, building rituals into your holidays will make them truly unique. A few more decorating ideas to consider: Hang elegant stockings

PISTACHIO CRUSTED HALIBUT WITH RASPBERRY CHIPOTLE SAUCE Ingredients: Two 8 oz halibut filets 1/2 c shelled pistachios, chopped rough 2 oz melted butter 6 oz seedless raspberry jam Lemon pepper (to taste) Onion salt (to taste) Garlic salt (to taste) Chipotle base (Smoked Jalapeno Pepper) to taste Place halibut filets on baking sheet and drizzle with butter. Season lightly with lemon pepper, onion salt, and garlic salt. Coat each piece with chopped pistachios and bake at 350 degrees for 8-10 minutes.

Bake until fish is firm to the touch.

Mix raspberry jam with chipotle base until desired taste of spiciness is achieved. Drizzle fish with raspberry chipotle sauce. Serve with rice, pasta, or starch of your choice and fresh vegetables.

Serves 2

for Santa to fill, each embellished with your children’s names; get a second children’s Christmas tree that only the little ones can trim; don your staircase and mantle with evergreens and all-white candles; and don’t forget to hang mistletoe or a kissing ball for lovebirds who pay you a visit.

The exterior of your home should not be forgotten either. Get into the holiday spirit by lighting up a few spectacular trees in your yard or highlighting some of the unique architectural aspects of your house. Each year, your family and neighbors will look forward to your light extravaganza. Need inspiration? Head to the zoo to see its dazzling display of holiday lights.

Looking for a way to appreciate all the holiday lights in your own neighborhood? Try the old tradition of caroling from house to house. Gather your friends and family, pass out some festive sheet music, and don’t forget your holiday cheer. Best part about caroling? You can make it a White Christmas simply singing the song

by Bing Crosby, even if the weather

does not wish to participate.

Finally, there’s no better place to build holiday traditions than in the kitchen. After all, nothing says the holidays better than warm

Happy Holiday Spending!

In 2012, consumers spent 3% more on their holiday spending than the previous holiday season which resulted in over $579 billion in seasonal spending. Will the 2013 holiday season see a return of the Grinch or will consumer spending increase again?

US economy. Strong consumer confidence means that consumers feel that their standard of living is increasing. Confident consumers are more likely to spend more and make bigger purchases - such as a speedy car or new dream home.

Consumer Outlook

Retailer Outlook

“Consumer confidence” is an actual economic indicator which measures the degree of optimism that consumers feel about the state of the economy and their own personal financial situation. There are several “indexes” that provide a numeric measure of consumer confidence. The Consumer Confidence Index (CCI) is based on data from a monthly survey of 5,000 US households consisting of five questions addressing current economic conditions. The CCI dipped slightly in September, 2013 to 79.7 but this is a far cry from the 16-year low index of 57.2 in May, 2008. Overall, the CCI indicates that consumers are currently “positive” about the state of the

Baynote, a company that helps multi-channel retailers increase consumer engagement, predicts a strong holiday season for mobile, online and “brick and mortar” retailers. In their August holiday retailing report, Baynote predicted that 2013 holiday consumer spending could increase by as much as 11% over 2012. In their report, Baynote indicated that consumers can look forward to flash sales, free shipping and Buy-One-Get-One (BOGO) offers throughout the 2013 holiday season.

There are only 25 days between the Friday after Thanksgiving (aka “Black Friday”) and Christmas this year, as compared to 32 days in 2012.

gingerbread cookies and hot cocoa. Make the winter holidays special for the little ones by making homemade holiday cookies and treats (maybe even start up an annual cookie swap for friends and neighbors).

The kids or grandkids will really enjoy building a beautiful gingerbread house and will look forward to this event year after year. Create a photo album of your gingerbread houses through the years as a special memento.

While you’re in the kitchen, why not plan a holiday dinner that every member of the family will look forward to year after year? Forego the normal roasts and casseroles and prepare your partner or child’s favorite meal instead, even if it’s a nontraditional choice. Voila … instant family tradition. And don’t forget to whip up a signature seasonal cup of cheer – think cranberries, cinnamon, and spice. Happy holidays!

Weekends are the busiest shopping days during that timeframe and there are only four weekends between Thanksgiving and Christmas versus five last year. As a result, one-third of retailers have said that they will begin holiday promotional offers as early as October. This means that neither retailers nor consumers can procrastinate during this year’s holiday shopping season.

The historically popular apparel and accessories category are projected to increase sales by 2.8% compared to 2012.

Also, sales in electronics and appliances are predicted to increase 2% compared to last year, with tablets and smartphones continuing to be wildly popular.

No Grinch To Be Found With the combination of strong consumer confidence and retailer’s positive outlook on holiday spending, there is no Grinch in sight for 2013. Although there are fewer shopping days between Thanksgiving and Christmas, consumers will still be able to take advantage of many promotional offers throughout the holiday shopping season in order to fill all those stockings hanging by the fireplace!

Tulsa Symphony presents: Disney’s Fantasia Tulsa Performing Arts Center | November 9 918.584.3645 | TulsaSymphony.org This combination of live music and film will include pieces of the original “Fantasia” as well as some new segments from “Fantasia 2000.” Conductor Ron Spigelman will lead this fantastic show. He is no stranger to leading the orchestra in accompanied film showings. His experience includes performances of “Pirates of the Caribbean: Curse of the Black Pearl” and “The Wizard of Oz.” Tulsa Home & Family Expo Exchange Center | November 15-17 405.706.7484 | JournalRecord.com This premier show celebrates all things for your family, your home, and your lifestyle. Exhibitors offer attendees the latest innovative new products and services for your home, inside and out including decorating, remodeling, and landscaping. Be inspired by the countless ideas to enhance your family, your home, and your life!

Donny & Marie Christmas in Tulsa BOK Center | December 1 918.894.4264 | BOKCenter.com Donny and Marie mix up the holiday songs and spirit of their early television specials and recordings with a nostalgic look back on their storied career in a dynamic stage showcasing fan favorites including “A Little Bit of Country, A Little Bit Rock’ n Roll”, “Paper Roses”, and “It Takes Two.” Junior League of Tulsa Holiday Market Exchange Center | December 5-8 918.663.6100 | JLTulsa.org Fill your Holiday Market experience with a little bit of sparkle, a little bit of cheer, and a whole lot of shopping with fine merchants from across the country. Merchants will bring their unique wares, ranging from high-end fashion, jewelry, and accessories to gourmet food to original art to sell to the public. Teachers get in free during Tinsel for Teachers on Friday and we hear Santa will be stopping by for pictures on Sunday!

A Christmas Carol John H. Williams Theatre | December 6-8, 12-15, 19-22 918.596.7111 | TulsaPAC.com Snow falls on Victorian London as three holiday ghosts, a deceased former partner, and one loving family expose Scrooge’s greed and help him discover the joy that comes with generosity and compassion. This large cast adorned in period costumes provides plenty of old-fashioned seasonal cheer.

In Good Taste

Event Calendar

Michael V’s Restaurant & Bar 918.369.0310| MichaelVsRestaurant.com

N OVEMBER | DECEMBER 2013 The holidays are almost here! Why not make this the year you create winter memories that will last a lifetime?

Whether you celebrate Christmas, Hanukah, or Kwanzaa, holiday traditions will help you build family time that will be cherished for years to come. Here are a few festive ways to make this winter season one to remember.

First, make your home magical. Whether it’s placing your tree or menorah in the same special spot year after year or creating an ornament theme that grows and grows each Christmas, building rituals into your holidays will make them truly unique. A few more decorating ideas to consider: Hang elegant stockings

PISTACHIO CRUSTED HALIBUT WITH RASPBERRY CHIPOTLE SAUCE Ingredients: Two 8 oz halibut filets 1/2 c shelled pistachios, chopped rough 2 oz melted butter 6 oz seedless raspberry jam Lemon pepper (to taste) Onion salt (to taste) Garlic salt (to taste) Chipotle base (Smoked Jalapeno Pepper) to taste Place halibut filets on baking sheet and drizzle with butter. Season lightly with lemon pepper, onion salt, and garlic salt. Coat each piece with chopped pistachios and bake at 350 degrees for 8-10 minutes.

Bake until fish is firm to the touch.

Mix raspberry jam with chipotle base until desired taste of spiciness is achieved. Drizzle fish with raspberry chipotle sauce. Serve with rice, pasta, or starch of your choice and fresh vegetables.

Serves 2

for Santa to fill, each embellished with your children’s names; get a second children’s Christmas tree that only the little ones can trim; don your staircase and mantle with evergreens and all-white candles; and don’t forget to hang mistletoe or a kissing ball for lovebirds who pay you a visit.

The exterior of your home should not be forgotten either. Get into the holiday spirit by lighting up a few spectacular trees in your yard or highlighting some of the unique architectural aspects of your house. Each year, your family and neighbors will look forward to your light extravaganza. Need inspiration? Head to the zoo to see its dazzling display of holiday lights.

Looking for a way to appreciate all the holiday lights in your own neighborhood? Try the old tradition of caroling from house to house. Gather your friends and family, pass out some festive sheet music, and don’t forget your holiday cheer. Best part about caroling? You can make it a White Christmas simply singing the song

by Bing Crosby, even if the weather

does not wish to participate.

Finally, there’s no better place to build holiday traditions than in the kitchen. After all, nothing says the holidays better than warm

Happy Holiday Spending!

In 2012, consumers spent 3% more on their holiday spending than the previous holiday season which resulted in over $579 billion in seasonal spending. Will the 2013 holiday season see a return of the Grinch or will consumer spending increase again?

US economy. Strong consumer confidence means that consumers feel that their standard of living is increasing. Confident consumers are more likely to spend more and make bigger purchases - such as a speedy car or new dream home.

Consumer Outlook

Retailer Outlook

“Consumer confidence” is an actual economic indicator which measures the degree of optimism that consumers feel about the state of the economy and their own personal financial situation. There are several “indexes” that provide a numeric measure of consumer confidence. The Consumer Confidence Index (CCI) is based on data from a monthly survey of 5,000 US households consisting of five questions addressing current economic conditions. The CCI dipped slightly in September, 2013 to 79.7 but this is a far cry from the 16-year low index of 57.2 in May, 2008. Overall, the CCI indicates that consumers are currently “positive” about the state of the

Baynote, a company that helps multi-channel retailers increase consumer engagement, predicts a strong holiday season for mobile, online and “brick and mortar” retailers. In their August holiday retailing report, Baynote predicted that 2013 holiday consumer spending could increase by as much as 11% over 2012. In their report, Baynote indicated that consumers can look forward to flash sales, free shipping and Buy-One-Get-One (BOGO) offers throughout the 2013 holiday season.

There are only 25 days between the Friday after Thanksgiving (aka “Black Friday”) and Christmas this year, as compared to 32 days in 2012.

gingerbread cookies and hot cocoa. Make the winter holidays special for the little ones by making homemade holiday cookies and treats (maybe even start up an annual cookie swap for friends and neighbors).

The kids or grandkids will really enjoy building a beautiful gingerbread house and will look forward to this event year after year. Create a photo album of your gingerbread houses through the years as a special memento.

While you’re in the kitchen, why not plan a holiday dinner that every member of the family will look forward to year after year? Forego the normal roasts and casseroles and prepare your partner or child’s favorite meal instead, even if it’s a nontraditional choice. Voila … instant family tradition. And don’t forget to whip up a signature seasonal cup of cheer – think cranberries, cinnamon, and spice. Happy holidays!

Weekends are the busiest shopping days during that timeframe and there are only four weekends between Thanksgiving and Christmas versus five last year. As a result, one-third of retailers have said that they will begin holiday promotional offers as early as October. This means that neither retailers nor consumers can procrastinate during this year’s holiday shopping season.

The historically popular apparel and accessories category are projected to increase sales by 2.8% compared to 2012.

Also, sales in electronics and appliances are predicted to increase 2% compared to last year, with tablets and smartphones continuing to be wildly popular.

No Grinch To Be Found With the combination of strong consumer confidence and retailer’s positive outlook on holiday spending, there is no Grinch in sight for 2013. Although there are fewer shopping days between Thanksgiving and Christmas, consumers will still be able to take advantage of many promotional offers throughout the holiday shopping season in order to fill all those stockings hanging by the fireplace!

Tulsa Symphony presents: Disney’s Fantasia Tulsa Performing Arts Center | November 9 918.584.3645 | TulsaSymphony.org This combination of live music and film will include pieces of the original “Fantasia” as well as some new segments from “Fantasia 2000.” Conductor Ron Spigelman will lead this fantastic show. He is no stranger to leading the orchestra in accompanied film showings. His experience includes performances of “Pirates of the Caribbean: Curse of the Black Pearl” and “The Wizard of Oz.” Tulsa Home & Family Expo Exchange Center | November 15-17 405.706.7484 | JournalRecord.com This premier show celebrates all things for your family, your home, and your lifestyle. Exhibitors offer attendees the latest innovative new products and services for your home, inside and out including decorating, remodeling, and landscaping. Be inspired by the countless ideas to enhance your family, your home, and your life!

Donny & Marie Christmas in Tulsa BOK Center | December 1 918.894.4264 | BOKCenter.com Donny and Marie mix up the holiday songs and spirit of their early television specials and recordings with a nostalgic look back on their storied career in a dynamic stage showcasing fan favorites including “A Little Bit of Country, A Little Bit Rock’ n Roll”, “Paper Roses”, and “It Takes Two.” Junior League of Tulsa Holiday Market Exchange Center | December 5-8 918.663.6100 | JLTulsa.org Fill your Holiday Market experience with a little bit of sparkle, a little bit of cheer, and a whole lot of shopping with fine merchants from across the country. Merchants will bring their unique wares, ranging from high-end fashion, jewelry, and accessories to gourmet food to original art to sell to the public. Teachers get in free during Tinsel for Teachers on Friday and we hear Santa will be stopping by for pictures on Sunday!

A Christmas Carol John H. Williams Theatre | December 6-8, 12-15, 19-22 918.596.7111 | TulsaPAC.com Snow falls on Victorian London as three holiday ghosts, a deceased former partner, and one loving family expose Scrooge’s greed and help him discover the joy that comes with generosity and compassion. This large cast adorned in period costumes provides plenty of old-fashioned seasonal cheer.

Prestige

November | December 2013

Your Preferred Tulsa Area Realtor AC TIV E

FEATURED PROPERTY

E TIV AC

AC

TIV

E

2413 E. 138th | Dutchers Crossing | Green Belt | $338,800 Features office, formal dining, large dining nook, family room with fireplace, outdoor living center with fireplace, waterfall, outdoor grill, pergola, 2 levels of patio, covered patio off master, game room and 3 bedrooms up. Master Down, 2.5 baths, 3 car garage. 141st and Harvard area.

11713 S. Oswego Avenue | Wind River | 5 Bed | 3 Car Garage | $699,000

710 W. Waco | Skyline Ridge | 3 Bed | 2 Bath | 2 car garage | $97,000

Recently remodeled home features new appliances, updated heating and air, and updated bathrooms. This home also boasts beautiful wood floors and an outdoor sun porch with enclosed windows. Ready to move in!

Creating A Season To Remember

LIS NEW TIN G

LIS NEW TIN G

Game room, theater and workout/dance room up. Master has private office plus 2nd office down, formal dining and nook off kitchen. Kitchen open to family room with fireplace. Covered Patio. Great Home!

Holiday Traditions

5897 S. Joplin | Park Plaza | 3 Bed | 2.5 Bath | Corner Lot

Beautiful fireplace in living room, in-ground pool refinished and just like new.

This home is in a great location off 61 and Sheridan area. Must see!

1104 W. Decatur | Indian Spring Park II | 3 Bed | 2.5 Bath | Corner Lot Great neighborhood and location! .5 miles to Creek HWY. 2 car garage.

Great investment property.

www.CarmaGrigsby.com

Want Your Property To Be Our Next Cover Home?

Direct: 918.260.1800 Carma@CarmaGrigsby.com If your home is currently listed, this is not a solicitation for that listing.

Call Carma for the most effective marketing to sell your Tulsa area property at 918.260.1800.

Produced by UpscaleRealEstateMarketing.com • 877.660.0996

Consumer Confidence Is Seasonal Spending An Indicator Of The Housing Market?

Fall In Love With Michael V’s Delightful Pistachio Crusted Halibut

Dutchers Crossing Cover Home Exclusively Presented

By Carma Grigsby