How to Win in a Multiple-Offer Market in OKC & Edmond

Tips for Buyers & Sellers Over Coffee (Or Wine—We’re Not Judging)

Let’s pretend we’re sitting down together—maybe at your favorite Edmond café or on your back patio in Oklahoma City with a cup of something warm. Whether you're thinking about buying your next home or you're ready to list and move on, one thing we do need to talk about is navigating the occasional multiple-offer situation—yes, they’re still happening.

Now, let’s be real. The OKC and Edmond markets have shifted. We’re no longer in the feeding frenzy of recent years. Homes are sitting a bit longer, and we’re seeing what’s considered a more balanced market—one that gives both buyers and sellers some breathing room.

But here’s the catch: the really good homes?
The ones that are priced right, show beautifully, and are truly move-in ready?
Those are still flying off the market—and yes, often with multiple offers.

So whether you're buying or selling, you’ll want to have a solid game plan. Let’s dive in.

🏡 For Buyers: How to Stand Out When It Counts

You find a home that checks all the boxes: updated kitchen, great neighborhood, and yes—room for the golden retriever. But then your agent calls and says those five little words:
“We’re in a multiple-offer situation.”
Don’t panic. Just be ready.

1. Get Pre-Approved (Not Just Pre-Qualified)

This isn’t a new tip, but it’s always a good one. A pre-approval letter shows sellers that you’re serious, ready, and financially prepared. Especially when offers are close, a seller will choose the buyer who feels like a “sure thing.”

2. Work with a Local Agent Who Knows the Nuances

An experienced agent who really knows the OKC and Edmond markets will help you read the room: Is this a house that will go quickly? How competitive should your offer be? What are the seller’s priorities? Strategy matters more now than ever.

3. Move Quickly on the Homes That Deserve It

Yes, you have a little more time these days. But when a move-in ready home hits the market at the right price, it still moves fast. Set alerts, stay in close contact with your agent, and be ready to tour right away if something special hits the market.

4. Come in with a Clean, Strong Offer

This doesn’t mean recklessly overpaying—but in a multiple-offer scenario, the first offer needs to be compelling. If the home is priced well, don’t lowball. Consider offering a fair price or slightly over asking if the data supports it.

5. Keep Contingencies Simple and Strategic

Contingencies can protect you, but they can also slow things down. Work with your agent to determine what’s truly necessary vs. what you can safely streamline. A cleaner offer can rise to the top—even if the price isn’t the highest. A powerful tip, have shorter contingencies periods for inpections and that is sure to give the seller some assurances.

6. Make sure your buyer's agent is talking to the listing agent and promoting you and your offer. I was able to win the deal for one of my buyers by asking what was important the most to her seller and what would make her as a agent comfortable. She said if the buyer was approved through her perferred lender she would have more confidence in the strength of the buyer. My buyer agreed, got preapproved quickly and because of this beat out 10 other offers!

🏠 For Sellers: The Market Has Shifted, But the Strategy Still Matters

 It’s true—homes in OKC and Edmond are sitting on the market longer than they were a year ago. Buyers have a bit more choice and less urgency.

But—and this is a big but—if your home is priced right, shows well, and is move-in ready, there’s a solid chance you’ll still attract strong interest—and possibly multiple offers.

1. Price It Right from the Start

Buyers are savvy. They’re watching the market, comparing homes, and looking for value. Overpricing can lead to longer days on market and fewer showings. A well-priced home creates momentum—and momentum can lead to multiple offers, even in a balanced market.

2. Presentation Is Everything

Professional photography, staging, and marketing are no longer optional. The homes getting the most attention (and the best offers) are the ones that show up beautifully online and feel warm and inviting in person.

3. Create Broad Exposure

Make sure your listing hits all the right channels: MLS, social media, real estate platforms, and email marketing. You want to cast a wide net to draw in the right buyer—and potentially more than one.

4. Review Offers with Strategy, Not Just Emotion

When the offers come in, don’t automatically choose the highest number. Look at the financing, contingencies, closing timeline, and the buyer’s motivation. Sometimes the strongest offer on paper isn’t the one with the most zeroes.

📊 OKC & Edmond: What's Really Going On in the Market?

We’re currently in what’s known as a balanced market here in central Oklahoma. That means buyers and sellers are on more equal footing, and homes—on average—are taking a bit longer to sell.

But again: not all homes are created equal.

Well-maintained, updated, move-in ready homes that hit the market at a realistic price are still moving quickly. These homes often stand out and generate more interest—sometimes even competitive offers.

If you’re a buyer, you need to know how to spot one of these gems and act fast.
If you’re a seller, you need to know how to be one of those gems.

☕ Let’s Wrap This Up (Before Your Coffee Gets Cold)

In this market, success doesn’t come from panic or pressure. It comes from preparation, strategy, and honest conversations—the kind we’d have over a casual cup of coffee, not a pushy sales pitch.

If you’re buying, don’t assume every home is going to fly off the market—but also don’t sleep on the ones that will.

If you’re selling, remember: buyers will pay top dollar—but only if the home justifies it with price, presentation, and polish.

Need help figuring out your next move? Want to talk through whether now is the right time?
I’m here for that. No pressure—just real talk, tailored to you.

👉 [Let’s connect.] Call or text me at 405-698-6642