Sold Right Away w. Maude Leger

Unlock Hidden Equity: Renovation Strategy Every Realtor Should Know!

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Realtors: You’re Leaving Money (and Trust) on the Table If You Ignore Renovation Strategy.

Most agents only talk renos after a deal closes.

But the best ones are using renovation, additions, and ADUs as a strategic advantage before their clients decide whether to move.

In Episode 284 of the Sold Right Away Podcast, I sat down with Jonathan Jagt, owner of Frontier Building Group, to unpack how realtors can:

  • Help clients compare moving vs. renovating in a clear, honest way

  • Use additions, garage conversions, and ADUs to unlock hidden equity

  • Support multi-generational families who need more space but can’t simply “trade up”

  • Bring in the right builder partner to protect their reputation and client relationships

  • Turn one well-served client into multiple referrals over time

    Jonathan shares real case studies:

    ▶️ Families who saved six figures by renovating instead of moving
    ▶️ Garage conversions that gave adult children independence and created future rental income
    ▶️ ADUs that improved affordability for the next buyer and increased resale value

    If you want to:

    • Stand out from every other “just listed / just sold” agent

    • Be the one who brings solutions, not just MLS links

    • Build long-term loyalty and referrals

      …this episode is a must-listen.

      What’s one listing or client in your world right now that would benefit from a renovation or ADU conversation instead of “wait and see”?

      ⏱️ Episode 284 – Main Topic Timestamps

      “Unlock Hidden Equity: Renovation Strategy Every Realtor Should Know!”

      00:00 — How ADUs generate $2–3K/mo & cover a mortgage

      00:46 — Meet Jonathan Jagt (Frontier Building Group)
      01:20 — How renovations unlock hidden equity
      03:50 — What Frontier does differently (full-service design-build)
      05:39 — Frontier’s core values & how they guide every project
      09:34 — Renovate vs. Move: How realtors can guide homeowners
      11:07 — How homeowners can access equity for renovations
      12:49 — What realtors should look for when viewing a reno-potential property
      14:59 — ADUs explained: Value, options & use cases
      17:02 — Multi-generational living & why ADUs are exploding in Ontario
      19:13 — Garage conversions: Attached vs. detached
      21:10 — Rental income & why ADUs cash-flow immediately
      22:58 — Full home renovation success story (850 sq ft addition)
      25:50 — When renovating is cheaper than moving
      27:59 — ADU success story #1: Parents moving into detached garage conversion
      31:24 — ADU success story #2: Solving overcrowding & creating cash-flow
      36:15 — How ADUs increase resale value & mortgage qualification
      37:40 — Jonathan’s #1 piece of advice for realtors
      39:54 — What’s next for Frontier (new builds & Tarion certification)
      40:20 — Where to connect with Jonathan

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      Connect with Jonathan Jagt

      Instagram: www.instagram.com/frontierbuildinggroup

      Facebook: https://facebook.com/frontierbuildinggroup

      Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathan-jagt-a50a1064/

      Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@frontierbuildinggroup

      Website: https://www.frontierbuildinggroup.com/ 

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