Edie Phillips, Chinowth & Cohen Realtors

06/19/2026

June is National Homeownership Month. REALTORS® do more than open doors; we help you find your way home. Let's talk about how we can help you make your next move.

Learn more at https://BetterHomeowners.com/EdiePhillips/2026/06/19/June-is-National-Homeownership-Month

Local Bixby Agent specializing in Residential buying and selling.
(918) 697-7362 [email protected]

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06/17/2026

Working with an agent who truly understands VA loans can make all the difference especially when it comes to protecting your benefits and avoiding delays. If you're a veteran or active-duty service member thinking about buying, let's talk about how your VA benefits can help you own a home with confidence.

Local Bixby Agent specializing in Residential buying and selling.
(918) 697-7362 [email protected]

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This article explains how working with a VA-savvy real estate agent helps veterans and service members save time, avoid surprises, and make the most of their home loan benefits.

06/15/2026

When you make a mortgage payment, it may feel like just another monthly expense, but there's more happening behind the scenes. A portion of each payment goes toward reducing your loan balance. That's called amortization, and it quietly builds equity over time.In the early years, the progress may seem slow. But as time goes on, more of each payment goes toward principal, accelerating that equity growth. Combine that with potential appreciation, and your home can become a powerful financial asset.It's one of the reasons homeownership is often viewed as a long-term wealth-building strategy. If you'd like to see how equity could build over time in your situation, I'd be glad to break it down for you.

Learn more at https://BetterHomeowners.com/EdiePhillips/2026/06/15/Every-Payment-Does-More-Than-You-Think

Local Bixby Agent specializing in Residential buying and selling.
(918) 697-7362 [email protected]

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06/13/2026

How to Decide Between a Starter Home and a Forever Home
Starter home or forever home? Here's the thing — most buyers approach this question backward. They start by browsing listings and then try to figure out what they're actually looking for. But the starter-versus-forever decision really needs to come first, because it shapes everything: your budget,...

Starter home or forever home? Here's the thing — most buyers approach this question backward. They start by browsing listings and then try to figure out what they're actually looking for. But the starter-versus-forever decision really needs to come first, because it shapes everything: your...

06/12/2026

Open House SUNDAY JUNE 14th 2-4pm
you’ll love this one street, gated neighborhood.

06/12/2026

Buyers who feel they missed a window of opportunity to buy before rates started increasing should investigate financing alternatives. Waiting for rates to drop can mean missing out as inflation, rising prices and rents may outweigh any savings. And if rates do fall, you could face stiff competition from a flood of new buyers in the market.

Learn more at https://BetterHomeowners.com/EdiePhillips/2026/06/12/Waiting-for-lower-rates-can-cost-in-other-ways

Local Bixby Agent specializing in Residential buying and selling.
(918) 697-7362 [email protected]

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06/10/2026

Want to know how much equity you have now and what it could do for you in a new home? Message me today for a personalized review!

Local Bixby Agent specializing in Residential buying and selling.
(918) 697-7362 [email protected]

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Homeowners clinging to their low mortgage rate may be missing the bigger financial advantage: leveraging their equity into a higher-value home that grows faster through appreciation and amortization.

06/08/2026

Homes don't just sell because they're listed; they sell because they're positioned correctly. That positioning comes down to three key factors: price, presentation, and exposure.Pricing sets the stage. Presentation creates emotional connection. Exposure ensures the right buyers see it. When these three elements work together, homes tend to sell faster and often for better terms.When one is off, even slightly, it can slow momentum and impact results. The difference between sitting and selling is rarely luck. It's strategy.If you're curious what proper positioning would look like for your home in today's market, I'd be glad to share some insights.

Learn more at https://BetterHomeowners.com/EdiePhillips/2026/06/08/Homes-Don-t-Sell-They-Position

Local Bixby Agent specializing in Residential buying and selling.
(918) 697-7362 [email protected]

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06/07/2026

My favorite is driving in the gate. It’s a one street neighborhood so peaceful. 3 bedrooms 3 baths 3 car garage 499K over 2900sf
Convenient to just about everything you need! Maybe you would like to get an estimate on putting a pool in and have your private oasis🤩

06/06/2026

What to Look for in a Home Inspection Report
You've made an offer, it's been accepted, and now comes one of the most important steps in the buying process: the home inspection. The report that follows can run anywhere from 20 to 100 pages. That's a lot of information, and knowing how to read it makes all the difference.
Not All Issues Are Created...

You've made an offer, it's been accepted, and now comes one of the most important steps in the buying process: the home inspection. The report that follows can run anywhere from 20 to 100 pages. That's a lot of information, and knowing how to read it makes all the difference. Not All Issues...