Jamie Stewart

Jamie Stewart Mother, Foodie & Vancouver Realtor
EXP Realty (PREC®)
Top 1% of Vancouver REALTORS® Personal Real Estate Corporation - Jamie Stewart.

As a homeowner and real estate investor, Jamie is able to empathize with those purchasing a home, whether they're a first time buyer or a seasoned investor. She strongly believes the process should be both enjoyable and profitable. Jamie's main goals are providing accurate information and advice on realesate, addressing her clients concerns and delivering results.

08/20/2026

If you're competing in multiple offers, don't lead with more money. Lead with better questions:

The first question I ask is: "Can you confirm if the offer was 5–7% over asking?"

Most listing agents won't tell you the exact price, but they'll often tell you if you're in the ballpark. Ask if it was over a number you think your buyers are comfortable with. That small piece of information can completely change your strategy.

The second question is: "Has the winning offer been accepted or is there still an opportunity to improve our offer?"

Before you assume you've lost, find out if the door is actually closed. There are plenty of deals where there's still time to strengthen your position.

The third question is: "What other terms are important to the seller?"

The highest price doesn't always win. Flexible possession dates, rent-back agreements, shorter subjects, or other terms that solve the seller's problem can make your offer far more attractive.

After hundreds of transactions, I've seen buyers win with lower offers simply because they understood what the seller actually needed.

Your goal isn't to submit the highest offer. It's to submit the best one.

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08/18/2026

Not to be dramatic, but one of the worst things you can do for your home’s value is to ignore the things buyers notice right away.

1. Letting maintenance pile up

Small issues can turn into expensive problems fast. Peeling paint, leaks, damaged flooring, or neglected repairs can make buyers wonder what else has been ignored.

2. Overpersonalizing the home

Bold choices might work for you, but they can make it harder for buyers to picture themselves in the space. The more specific the style, the smaller the buyer pool can become.

3. Forgetting about first impressions

Curb appeal, cleanliness, lighting, and how the home feels when someone walks in all matter. Buyers start forming an opinion before they ever get to the best room in the house.

Protecting your home’s value is not always about doing a huge renovation. Sometimes it comes down to taking care of what you already have.

Share this with a homeowner who might need the reminder.

08/13/2026

100,000 BC condo owners could be facing an $8,000+ surprise bill in 2026.

And special levies are only part of the risk.

A recent Richmond strata case involved a $132,681 water damage claim after a pipe burst affected 37 units. The strata tried to charge one owner $100,000, but she successfully challenged it because they could not prove she caused the damage or breached a bylaw.

That is why the documents matter just as much as the unit itself.

1. Check the building’s financial health

Look at the Form B, current special levies, insurance deductibles, and depreciation report. A beautiful condo can become an expensive purchase if the building is underfunded or major repairs are coming.

2. Read the strata bylaws carefully

Some buildings require proof that you caused the damage before charging you. Others may have stricter wording. The same type of incident can have a very different financial outcome depending on the building.

3. Review what has been happening behind the scenes

Two years of strata minutes can tell you a lot about deferred repairs, recurring problems, insurance claims, and expenses that may be coming next.

I have seen great units become much less attractive once we reviewed the building documents.

The suite matters, but so does everything you are buying into with it.

General information only. Not legal advice. Speak with a lawyer about your specific building.

Share this with someone thinking about buying a condo or townhouse in BC.

08/11/2026

Don't fall for it, because what you read isn't always what you'll get...

"Cozy" can mean small.

"Full of potential" usually means it needs work.

"Up-and-coming" might mean the neighbourhood is still changing.

And "move-in ready"? That depends on who's saying it.

The truth is, real estate descriptions are written to highlight a home's best features. That's not necessarily a bad thing, but it's why photos and listing remarks only tell part of the story. When I tour homes with clients, I'm looking beyond the marketing:

• How does the home actually feel?
• What's the street like at different times of day?
• Are there expensive issues hiding in plain sight?
• Is this really the right fit for your lifestyle?

A good Realtor doesn't just translate the listing, they help you see what isn't written.

Circa 1912 income-producing home with 4 suites on a 33' x 112' RT-7 lot in the heart of Kitsilano. Set on a quiet, tree-...
08/06/2026

Circa 1912 income-producing home with 4 suites on a 33' x 112' RT-7 lot in the heart of Kitsilano. Set on a quiet, tree-lined street with rear lane access, this property offers over 2,800 sq. ft. of living space and newer house and garage roofs.

First time on the market since 1980 and priced below the current tax assessment of $2.302M. Shared coin-operated laundry adds convenience for tenants, making this a practical and appealing investment opportunity.

Ideally located just steps to Kitsilano Beach, parks, West 4th Avenue, West Broadway, shops, cafés, restaurants, transit, and top public and private schools. With easy access to UBC and Downtown Vancouver, this is a rare investment opportunity in one of Vancouver's most desirable West Side neighbourhoods.

Comment "KITS" and we'll send you the address + full property details.

Golfing in pink looks like this…A bit of drizzle and a whole lot of great golfing at the 2nd annual Pink Flamingle Class...
08/04/2026

Golfing in pink looks like this…

A bit of drizzle and a whole lot of great golfing at the 2nd annual Pink Flamingle Classic. I never thought I would enjoy golf this much, but it’s brought together great friends for a great cause.

Looking forward to the next one! How did you spend your long weekend?

07/30/2026

I was working on a negotiation where the buyer came in with a pretty aggressive offer. Was it low? Absolutely. But I've been doing this long enough to know that the first offer is rarely the final one.

The seller took it personally and did not want to respond, but we came back a number regardless.

The buyer walked away and then came back again the next morning that just wasn't leaving any door open for communication. Just like that, the negotiation was over before it even had a chance to begin.

Moments like these remind me that real estate isn't just about numbers. It's about people. Emotions. Expectations. And sometimes, putting your pride aside long enough to see where the conversation could go. I've seen buyers start low and end up paying a price both sides were happy with. I've also seen sellers reject an offer out of frustration, only to wonder weeks later if they should've at least countered.

The goal isn't to "win" the negotiation.

The goal is to get the deal done on terms everyone can live with.

That's why I always encourage my clients to respond. You can always say no later, but you can't negotiate with silence. Buyer's also need to have their expectations set before writing an offer, and understand how their approach will either trigger a deal or kill it.

Have you ever received a lowball offer lately? Would you still respond, or would you ignore it? Let me know below. 👇

I didn’t grow up thinking I’d become a Realtor.I grew up in Hay River, Northwest Territories. At 10 years old, I moved t...
07/28/2026

I didn’t grow up thinking I’d become a Realtor.

I grew up in Hay River, Northwest Territories. At 10 years old, I moved to Vancouver and had never even been on a city bus before. By 15, I was on my own, learning how to figure life out one step at a time.

I sold books door-to-door, learned how to handle rejection, worked in paper sales, the wine industry, and even trained at Le Cordon Bleu before realizing the kitchen wasn’t where I belonged.

In 2001, I got my real estate license while nine months pregnant. I remember wondering if anyone would even hire me. Those first few years were far from glamorous, but I kept showing up.

Along the way, I became a mom, volunteered at an orphanage in Hong Kong, adopted a child, navigated life’s ups and downs, and slowly built a career I never imagined was possible.

From my first six-figure year to Medallion, 60 deals a year, and building an incredible team, every chapter taught me something different.

Today, success looks different than it did 25 years ago. It’s no longer about doing everything myself. It’s about doing what I love, helping great people, and having the balance to enjoy the life I’ve built.

Looking back, none of it happened overnight. It was one decision, one setback, and one opportunity at a time.

I didn’t grow up thinking I’d become a Realtor. I grew up in Hay River, Northwest Territories. At 10 years old, I moved ...
07/28/2026

I didn’t grow up thinking I’d become a Realtor.

I grew up in Hay River, Northwest Territories. At 10 years old, I moved to Vancouver and had never even been on a city bus before. By 15, I was on my own, learning how to figure life out one step at a time.

I sold books door-to-door, learned how to handle rejection, worked in paper sales, the wine industry, and even trained at Le Cordon Bleu before realizing the kitchen wasn’t where I belonged.

In 2001, I got my real estate license while nine months pregnant. I remember wondering if anyone would even hire me. Those first few years were far from glamorous, but I kept showing up.

Along the way, I became a mom, volunteered at an orphanage in Hong Kong, adopted a child, navigated life’s ups and downs, and slowly built a career I never imagined was possible.

From my first six-figure year to Medallion, 60 deals a year, and building an incredible team, every chapter taught me something different.

Today, success looks different than it did 25 years ago. It’s no longer about doing everything myself. It’s about doing what I love, helping great people, and having the balance to enjoy the life I’ve built.

Looking back, none of it happened overnight. It was one decision, one setback, and one opportunity at a time.

07/23/2026

One rule I refuse to break as a Realtor...

I will never tell a client what they want to hear just to win the business.

If I think you're overpriced, I'll tell you.

If I think the home you're buying has red flags, I'll point them out.

If I think waiting is the smarter move, I'll say that too.

Because my job isn't to sell houses.

My job is to help people make good real estate decisions. The truth might cost me a deal today, but it earns trust that lasts for years.

The best Realtors aren't the ones who always say "yes." They're the ones who protect their clients—even when the conversation is uncomfortable.

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