by Don ConwellSenior Mortgage Advisor, First United MortgageOne of the first questions I hear from first-time buyers is some version of, "How much do I need to have saved for the down payment?" The
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For over two decades, I’ve helped families and investors across the nation make confident, well-informed decisions about one of life’s biggest financial choices — buying a home.
As a Senior Mortgage Consultant with First United Bank, I lead with three core principles: Transparency, Certainty, and Communication. These values guide every conversation, every loan, and every relationship.
Transparency means you’ll always understand your options and the “why” behind each recommendation. No hidden agendas, no surprises — just clear guidance that helps you make confident financial decisions.
Certainty comes from experience and preparation. My team and I know the numbers, anticipate challenges before they happen, communicate proactively, and keep your plan on track from application to closing — so you can move forward with peace of mind.
Communication is what ties it all together. We stay engaged, responsive, and accessible, making sure you always know where things stand and what comes next.
At The Conwell Team, we operate more like a boutique financial advisory group than a traditional mortgage office. We blend financial insight, strategic thinking, and genuine care — helping clients align each mortgage decision with their broader financial goals.
Whether you’re buying your first home, building your 10th, or refinancing to optimize finances, our mission is simple: deliver clarity, confidence, and a relationship you can trust long after the loan closes.
If you value honest guidance, steady communication, and a clear path forward, I’d love to connect. Together, we’ll create a mortgage plan that fits not just your next move — but your entire financial picture.
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Testimonials
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Darryl and his team are absolutely the best in the business! Knowledgeable, caring, experienced, helpful and very professional and easy to work with! Highly recommend!
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- Amy Noyes
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Darryl is thoughtful, thorough, disciplined, committed, and most of all kind. I would highly recommend doing business with him
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- Jennifer Mount
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Darryl was very helpful and professional. He handled selling my marital home due to divorce and made selling the house easy and quick. His communication skills were very helpful and kept both parties interest in mind. I would highly recommend him as a realtor especially since he is certified in handling divorce cases.
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- Misty Sunday
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Darryl Baskin and his team are absolutely top notch! Every detail was addressed. Any concerns or issues were resolved timely and with professionalism and respect. Selling our home from out of state was a challenge and went smoothly from the start. Highly recommend!
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- Angeline Reinart
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Darryl and his team have always done a professional job of representing me, from showing properties to the sale and to the close.
I worked with Darryl on a non-profit board. He brings the same dedication and professionalism to the support of abused and neglected children.
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- Rick Muratet
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Darryl did a great job selling my home. They were professional, communicative, and efficient, making the process smooth and quick. Highly recommend!
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- Ray Medina
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Darryl and Ashley did a wonderful job of guiding us through our home purchase. It wasn't easy at times, but we could not have done it without them. Thank you so much.
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- Maggie Nicely
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When I was searching for a great realtor to buy my first home, a close friend referred me to Darryl. Darryl was thorough, understanding, and efficient! His extensive knowledge of both the process and the market was impressive. There are few people I know who are as proactive as he is. Even after purchasing my home, he has remained my number one resource for excellent referrals for home repairs. I am very happy with my experience and will continue to use Darryl for all future home purchases! Highly recommend!
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- Genesis Robinson
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Selling a home can be stressful, but Darryl Baskin made the entire process smooth, easy, and completely painless. From start to finish, he was professional, knowledgeable, and always available to answer any questions I had. His expertise in the market and strategic approach helped sell my home quickly and for a great price.
Darryl and his team handled everything seamlessly, keeping me informed at every step and ensuring a hassle-free closing. If you're looking for a top-notch realtor who truly cares about his clients and gets results, I highly recommend Darryl Baskin!
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- Aaron Plew
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I have had the pleasure of working with Darryl several times. I was so pleased with how he handled the sale of my home, I had him help me find a new home, and then again when I recently sold that home. He is honest and straightforward and I highly recommend him!
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- Kate Hermann
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Selling my house through Darryl and Ashley was a very pleasant experience. We seemed always to be in sync about virtually everything. The house was only listed for about 18 days before getting a signed contract.
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- Ron Jeffris
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Excellent... best [Realtor] I've had.
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- Belgica Calcagno
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What a smooth process. Thank you Darryl Baskin and EXP Realty for doing all the hard work. I 100% recommend!
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- Carlie Meeks
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My experience with Darryl Baskin and his organization has been excellant. Darryl was very helpfull in overseeing the repairs required from the buyers home inspection. I would highly recomend Darryl and his company to any one looking for a realtor.
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- Leroy Sandidge
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Darryl and his realty company are top notch professionals! I felt taken care of from the beginning to the end, and never felt frustrated or overwhelmed by the experience. Despite divorce being sticky, he navigated it perfectly, leaving me feeling as though I was heard but also my spouse. If I’m in the market to buy or sell, I’m choosing Darryl. 100%!
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- Codi Jones
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Professional, Client focused, Keeps you in the loop
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- Kevin Sparks
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Darryl and his team are so good! We’re so grateful for the work to get our home sold by this team!
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- Brandon Rodgers
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Darryl and his team are one of the best
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- Christian Sanchez
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Darryl helped us find and purchase a home when we moved to Tulsa five years ago, then helped us sell the same home when we recently moved out of state. He is professional and extremely knowledgeable yet humble and gracious. We highly recommend enlisting Darryl for your real estate needs!
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- Brandi Smith
About Baskin Real Estate Specialists
Tulsa, OK real estate professionals. Specialists for residential, commercial, development, and vacant land. Ask our team for the representative who is right for your needs.Latest Blog Posts
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Selling a home during a divorce has always come with unique challenges. There are financial decisions to make, emotions to manage and, often, two people who may have very different ideas about what
Selling a home during a divorce has always come with unique challenges. There are financial decisions to make, emotions to manage and, often, two people who may have very different ideas about what
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