RealWise with Stephanie Johnson

Thinking about moving from the Bay Area to Healdsburg? This charming Sonoma County wine country town offers world-class dining, walkable downtown living, and incredible wineries—but it's not for everyone. In this video, I break down the real pros and cons of living in Healdsburg, California to help you decide if this is the right place for your move from San Francisco, Marin, or the East Bay....

Thinking about buying a country property in Sonoma County? It’s easy to picture quiet mornings, charming farmhouses, vineyard views, and a slower, more peaceful lifestyle. But the reality of country living is often very different from what buyers expect. In this episode, I break down some of the most common myths about country property — and what it’s actually like to live on acreage. We talk abou...

In this episode of the RealWise Podcast, we explore the world of architectural design and the art of transforming properties into stunning spaces. Join us as we sit down with Federico Engel, the seasoned Managing Principal of Butler Armsden Architects, who shares his architectural journey and the secrets behind identifying design challenges and maximizing a property's hidden potential. Tune in for...

On this week's episode of The RealWise Podcast, host Stephanie Johnson sits down with lending pro Barbara McDonough to discuss navigating real estate in a changing mortgage environment. They cover soaring interest rates, declining inventory, shifting buyer budgets, and more. Barbara shares advice on choosing the right lending partners, building a collaborative team, and strategies to educate and s...

In this week's episode of The RealWise Podcast, host Stephanie Johnson is joined by Cathy Sommerville Scharetg, VP of Operations at Intero in SF and current Director with CAR and SFAR. They discuss building an intentional career in real estate, with limitless possibilities, by adhering to the Realtor Code of Ethics. She shares her real estate journey with us, touches on recent controversies within...

Leaning Into Your True Value to Grow Your Business. In this episode, we speak with Kevin Koerner, co-founder of Flocademy, a coaching program designed to help new and seasoned real estate agents build successful sales businesses through accountability and community. Kevin shares his insights on the importance of maintaining relationships, integrating your personal and business lives, knowing your...

In this episode, Erin Kate Whitcomb, author of "Good Work: How Gen X and Millennials are the Dream Team for Doing Good When Collaborating Well,” talks with Stephanie Johnson about emotional intelligence, productivity & humor. Whether you're a real estate agent, entrepreneur, or team leader, Erin Kate shares her insights on how to be more productive and intentional with your time, the power of...