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Jamie McLaughlin: From Classroom to Closing - Top St Johns Cty Realtor

Jamie McLaughlin: From Classroom to Closing - Top St Johns Cty Realtor

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 Are you just buying a house, or are you investing in a lifestyle that matches your future? In this episode of the Real Estate Excellence Podcast, Tracy Hayes welcomes former middle school math teacher turned real estate agent, Jamie McLaughlin. Jamie shares her inspiring journey from the classroom to becoming a trusted realtor in St. Johns County, Florida. With deep roots in the community and a teacher's heart, Jamie brings patience, structure, and honesty to every transaction—serving not just clients, but building long-lasting relationships. Tracy dives into the challenges and strategies of selling in today's market—from handling CDD fees, insurance hurdles, and new construction pitfalls to emphasizing education-based buyer consultations and proper pricing for sellers. Jamie also reveals how her background as a mentor and volleyball coach influences her people-first approach. Whether it's pre-inspections, dealing with builders, or navigating complex buyer expectations, Jamie's approach is a masterclass in thoughtful, integrity-driven real estate. If you're a buyer or seller in Northeast Florida, take a cue from Jamie's playbook—partner with an agent who educates, advocates, and isn't afraid to speak the hard truths. Subscribe to the Real Estate Excellence podcast and share this episode with someone ready to make smarter real estate decisions! Highlights: 00:00 - 13:50 Jamie's Journey From Teacher to Realtor How Hurricane Andrew led Jamie to St. Johns CountyTeaching math and pivoting to real estateMarketing background and first job selling Suns ticketsBringing mentorship and coaching into real estateBuilding relationships that last beyond the transaction 13:51 - 24:00 Understanding the Real Buyer's Needs Asking the hard questions early in buyer consultsCDD, HOA, and insurance costs affecting decisionsBuying with long-term goals in mindNew construction vs resale: planning aheadHelping military families make smarter buys 24:01 - 30:32 Expectation Management & Teaching the Process Using teaching experience to walk buyers through stepsContingencies, loan types, and offer strategyRepair issues and listing prep surprisesWhen deals almost fall apartImportance of communication at every stage 30:33 - 36:00 New Construction Inspectors, Superintendents & Slab Surprises Hidden issues in new builds—plumbing nightmaresAdvocating for pre-slab, pre-drywall, pre-close inspectionsValue of a Realtor during constructionBlue tape walkthroughs and designated "bad guy" roleReal stories of builder mistakes caught just in time 36:01 - 44:16 The Seller Side Marketing, Staging & Strategy 60/40 split: Jamie's seller focusPricing strategies based on timeline and compsProfessional photos, video, and staging impactA real-world staging success storyHelping sellers invest to gain more return 44:17 – 01:20:06 Navigating a Changing Market Trending real estate questions and hot takesDealing with slow markets and higher inventoryBuyer concessions, mortgage payment focusWhy every buyer should interview their agentEmotional intelligence in negotiation and transaction Quotes: "If you don't like my style or beliefs, there's someone else out there—but I bring value in my time and what I offer." – Jamie McLaughlin  "I want to be your friend forever—not just your Realtor." – Jamie McLaughlin "You sometimes have to spend money to make money. That's how I built my real estate career." – Jamie McLaughlin "I can't stress enough how important inspections are—even for new construction." – Jamie McLaughlin To contact Jamie McLaughlin, learn more about her business, and make her a part of your network, make sure to follow her on her Website, Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, YouTube, and LinkedIn. Connect with Jamie McLaughlin! Website: https://www.jamiemclaughlin.org/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamiemclaughlinrealtor/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jamiemclaughlinrealtor YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@jamiemclaughlinrealtor LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamie-mclaughlin-4a7a731a2/ Connect with me! Website: toprealtorjacksonville.com Website: toprealtorstaugustine.com SUBSCRIBE & LEAVE A 5-STAR REVIEW as we discuss real estate excellence with the best of the best. #RealEstateExcellence #StJohnsCounty #NortheastFloridaRealEstate #JamieMcLaughlin #HomeBuyingTips #RealEstatePodcast #NewConstructionHomes #RealtorLife #RealEstateStrategy #CDDFees #HOA #MortgageTips #BuyersAgent #SellersAgent #FloridaRealtor #RealEstateEducation #HomeSelling #StagingHomes #RealEstateInspection #RealEstateMentorship
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