Our MLS experienced a 23% drop in closings starting in September 2022, and that slowdown grew to a 28.5% decrease by the end of the year. During that time, listing inventory increased 8%, and the time on the market for sellers increased by 20%. As a result, an increased number of sellers have seen the value in the expertise and marketing efforts we provide, and the realtors at Chinowth & Cohen have gained a significant increase in market share

Prices have leveled off, and we have recently seen an increase in sellers negotiating more on their prices. We've also seen a noticeable uptick in sellers offering credits for closing costs or buy-downs on buyers' mortgage interest rates.

It appears more favorable market conditions are on the horizon. Many of our realtors have reported a drastic increase in buyer activity since the beginning of 2023, and we have s...

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According to a recent study, Chinowth & Cohen REALTORS® has the highest producing agents in Oklahoma and ranks third nationally.

Steve Murray, senior advisor and co-founder of Real Trends, said Real Trends examined the performance of the largest 750 real estate brokerages in the last ten years, and Chinowth & Cohen has been named among the best performing brokerages in growth of number of agents, growth in transactions, and growth in agent productivity. 

Murray said, "I'm a great fan of Sheryl, Lee, Leland, Taylor, and just the entire company."

Now, at more than 700 sales associates, 15 real estate offices, and over $2 billion in annual sales. Chinowth & Cohen continues to dominate the real estate market in Oklahoma as the largest independent real estate company in the state.

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The Psychology of Design

There's a psychological reason behind everything we like or dislike in our lives, and our favorite design trend is no exception. Your favorite color, design style, and furniture type says a lot more about you than you may think.

Color and Pattern Trends for 2020

The current trends for 2020 are very exciting! Designers are pushing the boundaries with color, and the spaces they go into. These colors lend themselves to organically combining solids and prints. Whether your design style is traditional, modern or trendy, you can't go wrong with a neutral color or by adding natural wood statements and big vintage pieces to you room.

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Drones in Real Estate

The Real Estate industry has jumped on board, taking full advantage of the power of drones. These unmanned aerial vehicles can help residential realtors capture awesome aerial photos and videos that best highlight the property's features and the surrounding area. Drones are being used for all types of real estate listings including residential homes, apartments, resorts, vacant land, commercial properties, and more. Current drone camera technology is capable of capturing still images, video, multiple overhead map images, and even 360 degree panoramas. Drone shoots of your property can put the WOW into the selling of your home - taking it to a whole new level and helping it to stand out, attracting attention.

Location, Location, Location

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