Janna Wade, Chinowth & Cohen Realtor

08/04/2026

Most buyers don’t realize that if you go under contract in August and close in September, your first mortgage payment usually isn't due until November.

When you close, you pay a little extra money upfront. This covers the rest of that month. So your next payment doesn't start until the month after that.

It's a small detail, but knowing it ahead of time can make it much easier to plan your budget and moving expenses.

There are so many parts of buying a home that no one really talks about until you're in the middle of it. I always try to explain those things before they become a surprise.

If you're thinking about buying in Edmond, OK send me a message. I'm happy to walk you through the process and answer every question along the way.

07/30/2026

One of the biggest misconceptions I hear is...

"I need 20% down before I can buy a house."

The truth? That isn't the case for everyone.

I've had conversations with people who waited years because they assumed homeownership wasn't possible for them—when all they really needed was the right information.

If buying a home has been on your mind, don't let assumptions make the decision for you.

Let's have a conversation about your options and what makes sense for your situation.

Comment HOME or send me a DM, and let's chat. 🏡

07/28/2026

If you’re thinking about listing, and want to talk through pricing strategies for your home 🏠 I would love to help you DM me and let’s get talking.

07/20/2026

House hunting is the fun part… until you fall in love with the home that doesn’t fit your budget.💔🏠

Getting preapproved first isn’t about slowing you down - it’s about setting you up for success. It gives you confidence, helps you shop with realistic expectations, and protects you from becoming house poor after closing.

The goal isn’t to just buy a house. It’s to buy a home, you can enjoy living in for years to come.

Thinking about buying your first home? Send me a DM or drop a 🏠below.
I’d love to help you get started right away.

07/20/2026

The Oklahoma City Metro sellers who lose the most money usually all make the same mistake.
Pricing feels like the part of the process you have the most control over, and in a lot of ways you do, but the wrong number out the gate can quietly cost you more than almost anything else.
The market reads a high list price pretty quickly.
Showings slow down, the home starts to sit, and by the time you're ready to adjust, the buyers who would have paid your real value have already moved on to something else.
The strategy isn't about going low. It's about pricing in a way that actually positions your home to sell for what it's worth.
If you're thinking about listing and want to talk through what the right pricing strategy looks like for your home, send me a message anytime.
Happy to walk you through it anytime
I'm Janna Wade, local real estate agent helping people buy and sell in our area.
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07/20/2026

Let’s find you a new home!!! DM & let’s talk!!

07/17/2026

My goal for summer 2026☀️

To help more people move to Oklahoma City Metro and build a life that feels good on a random Tuesday afternoon.

The kind of life where your favorite coffee shop knows your order, your weekends feel full without needing a packed itinerary, and home finally feels like your place.

Real estate for me has always been about helping people find a lifestyle that actually fits the life they want to live.

If Oklahoma City or Edmond, OK have been on your mind lately, I'd love to help you make the move 🚛

07/11/2026

OKC/Edmond
Metro, FAQs I get all the time as a 38-year local🏙️
When people are thinking about moving here, the questions are usually pretty similar, but the answers can look a little different depending on your lifestyle, priorities, and what you want day-to-day life to feel like.
It's why having someone local in your corner makes such a difference 🏡
If you're planning a move or just starting to explore your options, I'm always happy to share more or point you in the right direction. Call or DM me & I can give you a marketing analysis on your current home or send you information on neighborhoods you're interested in purchasing in 405-818-2771

06/26/2026