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Own Your Life ~ by Jessi Johnson
Hosted by Jessi Johnson · EN
Best-selling author Jessi Johnson is a Greater Vancouver / Metro Vancouver realtor with eXp Realty & mortgage broker with Home Equity Solutions in Greater Vancouver, Canada.
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How to Find the Best Tenants (BC Landlords’ Guide)
Nov 800:07:15Tap to summarizePicking the right tenant can make your rental profitable and peaceful. Picking the wrong one? Late rent, damage, and drama. In this video I show you exactly how to attract, screen, and approve A+ tenants—even in a competitive British Columbia market. Stick around to the end for the #1 screening mistake landlords make and how to get tenant credit checks for free (details in the video).What you’ll learn:-How to position your suite so great tenants want it-Pro-level marketing that stands out (photos, copy, floor plans, syndication)-A fast pre-screening system that filters time-wasters-What to look for at showings (subtle red flags)-A rock-solid application + screening checklist (credit, income, ID, references)-Deal-breaker red flags and when to walk away-How to set expectations so good tenants stay good
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Repercussions of walking on a pre-sale investment & how to save your deposit
Oct 2000:07:03Tap to summarizeAre you rethinking your pre-sale purchase? With rising rates, construction delays, and prices dropping in some areas, many buyers are asking the same question: “What happens if I walk away?”In this episode, I break it all down:👉 Why so many buyers are walking from pre-sales right now👉 What your developer contract actually says (and why it matters)👉 The real consequences of walking away — including losing your deposit and possible lawsuits👉 My personal $200,000 loss story (and the hard lessons I learned)👉 Strategies to save your deposit — like assignments, negotiating a release, and getting legal helpIf you’re stuck in a pre-sale contract in British Columbia (or anywhere), this could save you tens or even hundreds of thousands of dollars.⚠ Key Takeaways:Deposits are often non-refundable (5–25%)Developers can sue for damages if they resell at a lossYou may face legal costs or credit impacts if it goes to collectionsThere are ways to limit the damage — but only if you act quickly📩 Need Help?If you’re considering walking from a pre-sale, don’t go silent. Let’s talk about your options:→ Can we assign it?→ Can we negotiate out?→ Can we structure a backup plan?📩 Want personalized advice? DM me, email me, or scan the QR code in this video for a confidential chat about your listing.📚 Grab a copy of my best-selling book Rockstar Real Estate Investing on Amazon for even more in-depth strategies.👍 Like this video, share it with someone thinking of selling, and subscribe for real market advice—not media hype.Watch and subscribe for more!👉 Learn more, call Jessi at 604 716 6474, email jessi@jessijohnson.ca or schedule a time to chat here: https://calendly.com/jessirealestateDon’t forget to pick up a copy of my best-selling book on Amazon, Rockstar Real Estate Investing if you haven’t yet and we are here for your questions at any time. Pick up my book here: https://amzn.to/3uX43SAWant to chat? Book time to chat with Jessi here: https://calendly.com/jessirealestate-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------👩🏼💼 Are You A Real Estate Agent? 👨🏼💼Book a 1-on-1 with us to learn how we help agents DOUBLE their business → This is what is offered, FREE🆓 Client partnership opportunities! $$$ for you🆓 Access to Jessi's custom build Zoho CRM🆓 Google Ads coaching or discounted management🆓 Sim’s Coaching Systems 3+ coaching calls every week🆓 YouTube, social media & online lead generation coaching🆓 Access to an online lead generation program🆓 Access to online lead conversion program🆓 1-Page business plan created with you by SIMS Coaching team🆓 90-day Sims Coaching new agent training program🆓 Your Assistants trained & hired with SIMS assistant team🆓 Your Inside Sales Agents trained & hired with SIMS powerhouse ISA team🆓 Access to our private Facebook mastermind Group🆓 Access to 1-1 when you need us for support🆓 Access to kvCORE, 40+ weekly training calls, stock, revenue share and more...👉 BOOK A CALL WITH JESSI: calendly.com/jessirealestateJessi Johnson Personal Real Estate CorporationRealtor | eXp Realty📞 604 566 8968 (office line)
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Your home hasn't sold yet. Here is why!
Sep 2300:11:12Tap to summarizeYour home hasn’t sold… and you’re wondering why. In this episode, I break down the real reasons listings sit stale in today’s 2025 market—plus what you can do to fix it. Here’s what we cover:Why pricing just 3–5% too high can kill your showingsThe importance of condition and curb appealHow location impacts your asking priceThe difference between great marketing vs. lazy marketingWhy choosing the wrong realtor could cost you thousandsWhat happens when your listing goes stale (and how to revive it)The good news? Most of these issues are completely fixable. By the end of this video, you’ll know exactly what to change to finally get your home sold—and avoid leaving money on the table. Want personalized advice? DM me, email me, or scan the QR code in this video for a confidential chat about your listing. Grab a copy of my best-selling book Rockstar Real Estate Investing on Amazon for even more in-depth strategies. Like this video, share it with someone thinking of selling, and subscribe for real market advice—not media hype.Watch and subscribe for more! Learn more, call Jessi at 604 716 6474, email jessi@jessijohnson.ca or schedule a time to chat here: https://calendly.com/jessirealestateDon’t forget to pick up a copy of my best-selling book on Amazon, Rockstar Real Estate Investing if you haven’t yet and we are here for your questions at any time. Pick up my book here: https://amzn.to/3uX43SA
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Why Everyone Thinks the Market’s Crashing (But It’s Not)
Aug 1500:07:04Tap to summarizeIs Canada’s real estate market actually crashing, or is it just hype? The media loves doom and gloom—it gets clicks—but the real story is more complicated.In this Summer 2025 Market Update, I break down what’s really happening in Canadian real estate. While headlines scream about Toronto condos, pre-construction projects, and overleveraged investors, the truth is the market is deeply divided by micromarkets.Yes, some areas are sliding—especially high-rise condos in downtown Toronto, where inventory is so high it could take over five years to sell. But in Greater Vancouver? Detached homes in family-friendly suburbs and townhomes with rental suites are still moving—if they’re priced and presented right.Here’s what we cover in this video: ~ Why the “crash” narrative is mostly driven by a few struggling markets ~ How Greater Vancouver’s prices have barely moved in two years ~ The real difference between median and average sale prices ~ Why pricing your home like it’s 2022 will guarantee it won’t sell ~ The winning pricing strategy for late 2025 (list at or 1–2% below the most recent comparable sale) ~ Why staging, marketing, and a strong CMA are more important than ever ~ How bidding wars are still happening on the right propertiesFun fact: May 2025 was reportedly the slowest month for sales on record, with June coming in second—yet well-prepared sellers still got great offers. The key? Smart pricing + strong presentation.If your home hasn’t sold, it’s not too late to turn it around. In an upcoming episode, I’ll share exactly how to revive a stale listing and attract serious buyers.📊 Want the data?Reach out for my full report on which Greater Vancouver areas are dropping the most.📞 Let’s talk:Book a confidential call with me today.DM or email me for skill-testing questions or advice on your property.📚 Get my book:Check out Rockstar Real Estate Investing on Amazon for more in-depth strategies.👍 Like this video, share it with someone who needs to hear this, and subscribe for more no-BS real estate updates.👉 BOOK A CALL WITH JESSI: calendly.com/jessirealestateJessi Johnson Personal Real Estate CorporationRealtor | eXp Realty📞 604 566 8968 (office line)
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Vancouver Residents Are Fleeing Due To Extremely High Costs
Mar 8, 202500:06:31Tap to summarizeImagine paying $2,600 for a tiny one-bedroom apartment, needing a $200,000 salary just to qualify for a basic home, and still barely making ends meet. This isn't a dystopian future - it's Vancouver right now. In fact, Vancouver just ranked as the third most unaffordable city in the world, surpassing New York and London. And it's about to get worse. Last year, we watched thousands of British Columbians pack their bags and head to Alberta. They're not just leaving - they're running. Today, I'm going to show you why this exodus is happening and reveal the alternatives that could save you thousands every month.Vancouver's Affordability CrisisThe numbers tell a shocking story. A median-priced home in Vancouver now requires an income of over $200,000 – that's nearly triple the average Canadian household income. That's also not a house, it's going to be a townhouse or an expensive condo.For many, the dream of homeownership in the city has become completely unattainable. But it’s not just hosing driving financial strain. Everyday living costs are spiralling out of control. Groceries in Vancouver cost 20% more than the national average, forcing families to stretch their budgets on even the most basic necessities. Gas prices, consistently the highest in North America, add to the financial burden, especially for those commuting to work or managing family obligations.Meanwhile, rising utility bills and unaffordable childcare further squeeze household budgets.For renters, the situation is equally bleak – skyrocketing rents leave little room for saving. The result? Listen for more...
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Will Trump's tariffs cause a mortgage renewal crisis?
Feb 28, 202500:06:35Tap to summarizeWill Trump's tariffs cause a mortgage renewal crisis?As the housing market continues to face unprecedented challenges, the impact of tariffs on Canada is creating ripple effects throughout our economy. The combination of fluctuating mortgage rates and an ongoing recession has many homeowners concerned about their financial future. The housing crisis is deepening, particularly in major urban centers, while real estate news indicates significant market adjustments ahead. 🏘️ 👉 Let's navigate these changes together.LISTEN FOR MORE...👉 Learn more, call Jessi at 604 716 6474, email jessi@jessijohnson.ca or schedule a time to chat here: https://calendly.com/jessirealestatePick up my book here: https://amzn.to/3uX43SA
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How Will TRUMP TARIFFS Affect the Canadian Housing Market?
Feb 19, 202500:04:37Tap to summarizeAs someone deeply connected to the housing market, I want to shed light on the significant impact of recent U.S. tariffs on the Canadian housing landscape. What makes this particularly noteworthy is that these aren't just abstract economic policies affecting large corporations—they have real, tangible consequences for individual homeowners and potential buyers.Tariffs' Impact on Home Construction:The most immediate and profound impact is on home construction. Canada, being the largest softwood lumber supplier to the U.S., finds itself in a challenging position. These tariffs mean increased prices for U.S. builders, which directly translate to challenges for Canadian lumber producers. We could witness lumber companies facing production cuts, potential closures, and significant workforce reductions. Once we apply counter-tariffs, the ripple effects extend to steel and aluminum industries, which are crucial for high-rise condos, appliances, and infrastructure. Developers, unable to absorb these increased costs, will inevitably pass them directly to homebuyers, resulting in substantially higher home prices, especially for new constructions.Housing Supply and Affordability Challenges:The consequences stretch far beyond initial construction. Cities like Toronto and Vancouver, already grappling with severe housing shortages, will experience even more pronounced challenges. Higher material costs could delay or altogether cancel construction projects, further constraining housing supply. This scarcity will likely drive up prices for existing home inventories, causing a significant spike in resale home demand as new builds become increasingly unaffordable. Even homeowners looking to undertake modest renovations will feel the economic pressure, with materials like lumber, glass, and hardware becoming more expensive. Ongoing labour shortages will compound these challenges, driving renovation costs even higher.Regional Market Variations:Regional variations will add complexity to this economic landscape. Ontario might experience substantial shifts in its automotive sector, while Alberta's oil-dependent regions could face unique economic challenges. Interestingly, not all market participants will suffer.LISTEN FOR MORE...👉 Learn more, call Jessi at 604 716 6474, email jessi@jessijohnson.ca or schedule a time to chat here: https://calendly.com/jessirealestateDon’t forget to pick up a copy of my best-selling book on Amazon, Rockstar Real Estate Investing if you haven’t yet and we are here for your questions at any time. Pick up my book here: https://amzn.to/3uX43SA
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My predictions for Greater Vancouver real estate in 2025
Feb 6, 202500:08:13Tap to summarizeI am Jessi Johnson, a 19-year veteran in the industry and this podcast is dedicated to helping you understand the rollercoaster real estate market in Greater Vancouver.I will post a link in the description to my recent podcast that picks apart my 2024 predicts so you can decide if I am out to lunch, or notWith changes to both the US and Canadian federal governments in play, it will be much harder to predict this year. 2025 will be a very volatile year and everything from mortgage rates to prices will be near impossible to predict. That is my excuse and I am sticking to itThere are so many “what if’s”.Listen for more...
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An audit of my predictions from 2024!
Jan 31, 202500:07:17Tap to summarizeA review of my predictions from 2024. Was I close? Or, was I out to lunch?Welcome, I am Jessi Johnson, a 19-year veteran in the industry and this podcast is dedicated to helping you understand the rollercoaster real estate market in Greater Vancouver.I am not sure about you but must of us in the real estate industry were expecting 2024 to be a much stronger year. For the vast majority of realtors, aside from the odd unicorn agent, it was a slow year, again.Predicting 12-months of Greater Vancouver real estate is almost impossible. Even a few months out can be very hard, there are too many variables and unpredictable government intervention.If the top economists are often wrong with predictions, that means my chances aren’t any better but I do enjoy the process of trying.Lets review what I predicted, where it landed in 2024 and why.Book time to speak with me here: https://calendly.com/jessirealestate
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Is Canada going into a recession, or are we already in one?
Jan 4, 202500:04:21Tap to summarizeRecently in Canadian real estate, we’ve seen: ~ GDP numbers fall, shifting predictions for December rate cuts ~ Consumer insolvencies returning to pre-pandemic levels ~ Canadians saving at near-record ratesFresh GDP numbers are in, and they’re weaker than expected. Canada’s economy grew just 1% year-over-year in Q3. GDP for September expanded by only 0.1%. On a per-capita basis? It actually fell by 0.4%. That’s the 7th straight quarter of decline.The quarter matched expectations, but September’s growth disappointed. Economists had predicted 0.3% growth. Real estate, retail, and transportation saw gains. But construction, mining, and energy dragged the numbers down.Looking ahead, early Q4 data looks weak. Swap traders now see a 33% chance—up from 25%. But I still believe a 0.25% cut is more likely. BMO’s Doug Porter agrees.Now, for an interesting twist. People are saving at near record levels. Are people spending less because they can’t afford to? Or is something else at play? Perhaps they are preparing for something?Consider this: ~ The household savings rate hit a 3-year high—7.1% in Q3. ~ Disposable income is growing nearly twice as fast as spending. ~ People are saving instead of spending. ~ Uncertainty is driving this shift.I think, Canadians, familiar with recent tough times, are preparing for more rainy days ahead. But while saving is up, so is debt. Credit card balances hit a record $110 billion in September.Consumer insolvencies? They’re up 8.8% year-over-year—and 18.4% in Ontario. We’re back to pre-pandemic levels. If this trend continues, we could see 2008-style insolvencies by 2025.Monthly mortgage payments are showing some relief. The payment for a typical home dropped $10 in October. Not much, but, that’s down 20% from the peak. But let’s be real— Payments are still 90% higher than in 2021. The average monthly payment now stands at $2,975. Guess what it was in 2021? Just $1,600.Mortgage rates play a key role in real estate sales. When rates hit record lows in 2021, sales volumes hit record highs. As rates climbed, sales fell. Mortgage rates have been on a stead decline for some time now:Variable is now 4.49%.Fixed is 4.4%Markets are pricing in a 90% chance of a 0.25% cut on December 11. And rates could bottom at 3% by mid-2025.Let’s talk about broader economic shifts. Don't forget about Trump’s proposed tariffs. He’s eyeing 25% tariffs, which could slash Canada’s GDP by 2-3%. This would push us into an all-out recession. And, would force the Bank of Canada to lower rates further.Meanwhile, inflation "looks" well under control. The shelter component still makes up over half of CPI. But with falling rental rates and new units coming online, this influence should decline over time. Without shelter, inflation today would be just 0.9%.Now, to Canadian businesses. We’re seeing record-high business closures. The small business delinquency rate hit 1.5%— up from 0.35% pre-pandemic.Ontario is bearing the brunt: Business insolvencies up 26% year-over-year. 300% higher than 2021.Covid loans are strangling already struggling businesses.Can we recover? I certainly hope soThat's all for now.Call me anytime with your skill-testing questions.Book a time to have a confidential conversation with me here: https://calendly.com/jessirealestatePlease share this video with someone now.
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