Closing Time with Jeff West

In this episode of Closing Time with Jeff West, I'm joined by Robin Tiller, Chair of LSTAR, for an insightful conversation about the future of real estate and the growing role of artificial intelligence in our industry. We discuss how AI isn't here to replace REALTORS®—it's here to help them. By automating routine tasks and improving communication, AI allows agents to spend more time doing what ma...

How is Southwold Township preparing for the incredible growth happening across the region? In this episode of Closing Time with Jeff West, I sit down with Mayor Grant Jones to discuss the opportunities and challenges that come with rapid growth. We cover major topics including new residential and industrial development, infrastructure, the future wastewater treatment plant, economic growth, and ho...

What role does the Chamber of Commerce really play in helping a community grow? In this episode of Closing Time with Jeff West, I sit down with Paul Jenkins, CEO of the St. Thomas & District Chamber of Commerce, to discuss how the Chamber supports local businesses, attracts investment, and helps shape the future of St. Thomas and the surrounding area. We also talk about: The Chamber's role in...

In this episode of Closing Time with Jeff West, I sit down with Paul Jenkins, CEO of the St. Thomas & District Chamber of Commerce, to discuss why St. Thomas continues to attract attention from across Ontario and beyond. Often described as a small city with a big impact, St. Thomas is experiencing unprecedented growth, investment, and opportunity. Paul shares insights into the Chamber's role i...

In this episode of Closing Time with Jeff West, I sit down with Andrew Lawton, Member of Parliament for Elgin–St. Thomas–London South, for a conversation about housing affordability, community growth, and the challenges facing home buyers today. We discuss housing supply, first-time buyers, affordability, infrastructure, and what the future may hold for communities across Southwestern Ontario. Thi...

Welcome to another episode of Closing Time with Jeff West! In this episode, I sit down with local mortgage broker Mike Rogozynski to discuss one of the most important parts of the home-buying journey—financing. Whether you're a first-time home buyer, looking to move up, or simply trying to understand today's mortgage market, this episode is packed with valuable information. We discuss: 🏡 Why gett...

If you think Real estate is just about Buying and Selling homes... you're missing the big picture. I sat down with one of the most experienced voices in the industry in Canada, Costa Poulopoulos , the former director of the Ontario Real Estate Association and Canadian Real estate association.

Welcome to another episode of Closing Time with Jeff West! In this episode, I sit down with St. Thomas Mayor Joe Preston to discuss the incredible growth taking place in our city and what it means for residents, homeowners, businesses, and future development. We cover: 🏡 Housing and residential growth 🏗️ New development projects and investment 🚗 Infrastructure and transportation challenges 📈 Th...

🏖️ Closing Time with Jeff West 4🏖️ This week on Closing Time with Jeff West, I sit down with Central Elgin Mayor Andrew Sloan to talk about: ✔️ The growth happening in Port Stanley ✔️ Tourism and the local economy ✔️ How short-term rentals impact small businesses ✔️ Housing concerns and community balance ✔️ Future development in Central Elgin If you care about real estate, growth, local business,...

Welcome to Closing Time with Jeff West. In my first episode I sat down with Candace Watson, a local real etstate lawyer in St. Thomas Ontario to discuss everything she wishes all buyers and sellers knew prior to closing. We chat about mortgage penalties, bridge financing, title searches, probate and so much more. If you're thinking about buying or selling a home, whether you're an experienced or f...