Testimonials

Clients say it best:

Johanna helped my husband and I purchase the PERFECT home for our family. She was patient and never pushed us to buy. She held us back from impulsive buying in this “Bidding War” market. She is who you need and would want to work for you. Selling our house in return, was not without difficulty.  We had buyers who were indecisive and the financing fell through. She had to sell our home 4 times in 3 months, but she did it like it was her first time every time. She gave %100 of her efforts. Johanna was able to sell our house after a price decrease for above the ORIGINAL asking price. She is one heck of a negotiator!!! She is the name I will be referring to family and friends

Pang & Meng, St. Paul, MN 

Johanna is an amazing real estate agent! Above and beyond seems like normal every-day for her. Having experienced both sides of the transaction with her by our side, we’ve felt completely safe navigating the difficult waters of real estate. She is trustworthy, highly communicative and honest. In a tough industry to find a reliable, unbiased friend, Johanna is a breath of fresh air! Do yourself a favor and give her a chance to win you over too! #REAGENT4LIFE 

Matt & Amy E- Inver Grove Heights, MN

Johanna was absolutely amazing. She found the perfect house for us and would not let us settle. She could have tried to sell us many houses throughout the process but she kept us centered and focused on what we really wanted. She kept us from overpaying and would not let us settle when we were fatigued from the process. She always reminded us of our goal. She truly felt like a partner and friend and I knew she had my best interest in mind. We could not be happier with our new home and would highly recommend Johanna to everyone. She is an extraordinarily hard worker and puts a lot of effort into finding the perfect home for her client. She is a fighter and great in negotiations. She is very honest, reliable, and realistic when it comes to buying or selling. She knows the market well and really does her research. We were so fortunate to have Johanna as our realtor.

Jesse & Angela P- Shoreview, MN 

Johanna Roy is the only realtor we completely trust with all of our real estate needs. She is incredibly easy to work with while being thorough, attentive, aggressive, and truly passionate about her work. We were first-time home buyers, first-time home sellers, and found the perfect new home for our growing family with her. We cannot recommend Johanna highly or often enough!

Amanda & Joshua J. – Maplewood, MN

Johanna was great to work with. We were able to buy our first home! She made us feel like we were her only clients. She responded quickly to all of our emails, phone calls, and texts. She never dropped the ball and made sure my fiancée and I knew what we needed to know about home buying. Working with Johanna was a dream come true and she helped my family buy our first home!

Stacey & Jordan R – Maple Grove, MN

Johanna is the most tenacious person I have ever met She helped us sell our home & purchase a home perfect for our blended family. She is direct and honest without being abrasive and found us the perfect home. She is now considered part of our family and we will always be grateful for all her hard work! We would give her 10 stars if we could.

Jamie & Beth G – Plymouth, MN 

Johanna was a dream to work with as I navigated this fast-paced market. In fact, I had met with Johanna several years earlier and she was patient enough to wait for me to be ready for my first home. She did a great job communicating with me via phone, text, and email. I always felt like a priority to her. She listened to what I was liking in certain homes and applied those things to our search criteria. After a couple of offers on the wrong houses, the house of my dreams was waiting for me in Richfield. The process has been smooth and I close on my first home on Thursday. I would recommend Johanna in an instant!!

Sara Fenske, Richfield, MN

Johanna has been phenomenal to work with. The entire home buying process is very stressful and confusing, especially being first time home buyers. Due to medical reasons, it was three years after meeting Johanna that we finally purchased our home. Johanna was patient with us during this time and never made us feel pressured to move forward. Johanna was always available to answer our questions and ease anxiety about the process. When we were ready to house search, Johanna helped us get in to see homes quickly, as the houses were going fast! Thanks to her, we got a fabulous house for a great deal! There were at least 10 offers put on the house, and we did NOT have the highest offer. We were told that our loan type and letter to the owners were reasons the sellers wanted to work with us. At the closing, the sellers’ realtor commended Johanna’s work, and we found out that Johanna’s well-written offer greatly influenced their choice to work with us. We were very fortunate to have met Johanna and look forward to many years in our new home!

Laura & Joe Hess, Coon Rapids, MN

Johanna was great to work with! She promised us a certain price and held true to her word. She was also patient and had great advice to help us get our house ready since this was our first time selling. Johanna is definitely a realtor we would highly recommend!

Danielle & Justin Funk – Maplewood, MN

Johanna has helped us buy and sell two homes. She has her client’s best interest in mind at all times. She is quick to respond to emails, texts, and phone calls. We have referred Johanna to several friends and will continue to do so. She was able to help with issues we had even after buying the home and has a lot of resources to help as well. She truly is more than just our Realtor, she is a great friend!

Amy & Bobby Frey, Blaine, MN 

I always thought to buy a house was supposed to be stressful, but working with Johanna made the entire process just fall into place. She was extremely organized and very knowledgeable of what was needed. She worked hard to find the perfect house for us and when we knew we wanted it; she made sure we were able to get it. Johanna is very personable and has continued to keep in contact with us throughout the year. I would highly recommend Johanna to anyone that is looking to purchase or sell their home.

Machon & James Carver, Ramsey, MN

Johanna provided the absolute best home buying experience we could’ve imagined! We met Johanna through a friend and we are so glad we did! When my husband and I decided we wanted to move back to the Midwest we knew it would be no small task relocating from Texas. We had a short time frame with big expectations! Johanna honestly made the whole process easy, orderly and thorough. I loved that she was always a phone call, text or email away and was very quick to reply. She worked with the two of us and quickly learned our personalities and wants/needs in a house. We absolutely love our home and jump at the opportunity to share Johanna’s name to anyone looking for a realtor. In the end, we not only gained an excellent realtor but a friend too!

Lauren & Jake Christenson, Blaine, MN 

Johanna was hired by us because of her reputation as an outstanding realtor. She didn’t disappoint at all. She was in contact with us promptly at every turn. She was accurate with finding the perfect special-purpose home for my father’s retirement. She was knowledgeable about our concerns and brought up questions we never thought of when looking for a house. Not to mention she was a great negotiator and saved us a pretty penny with both parties being happy in the end. I would definitely recommend Johanna Roy to anyone looking to buy or sell a home

James & David Madsen, Eden Prairie, MN 

Upon a referral from one of our friends, we came to Johanna after a less than desirable experience with another realtor. We gave her a long list of wants and a small stack of money. After only a month of working with her, she delivered all that we wanted and more! Throughout the process and even today, she is always available to answer ANY questions and keep us ahead of the game by thinking of the things that we did not. Her knowledge of the current market and ability to represent us as her buyers through any obstacle was amazing. If you want a realtor that will go above and beyond, always have your back and keep you laughing throughout! Johanna is your gal!

Bryan A. and Molly B., Andover, MN

Johanna Roy is amazing!  We worked with her to buy our first, starter home several years ago. We decided to move again to accommodate our growing family. This time around, we had to coordinate selling our current home with buying our new home…not an easy task!  Also, I decided, being 7 months pregnant, it would be fun to be in a new house BEFORE baby #2 came along.  That gave us just 3 weeks for Johanna to help us fix up our home to be put on the market!   It was insanity, but Johanna stayed a pillar of calm through that process.  Then, our house was sold within 24 hours of going on the market!!!  This is a testament to Johanna’s keen eye for details and has been in the business long enough to know exactly what will sell a house. But then, we only had 3 weeks to find, and put an offer on, a new house!  This meant that Johanna was working extra hard finding us the family house, with the outbuildings and land, we really wanted.  She moved her schedule around on more than one occasion and dropped everything to take us to see houses at the last minute. We finally found our dream house!   Johanna was on top of everything from there on out…negotiating price, making sure all inspections were done up to par, keeping the buyers of our house happy, here is nothing she wouldn’t do to help us get exactly what we wanted! I cannot say enough good things about our experiences working with Johanna.  She will tell you like it is, fight for you, and make sure it all comes together!  

Britnee & Travis Hendrickx, Elk River, second experience

I would highly recommend Johanna to anyone looking to purchase or sell a home. She is very knowledgeable (and realistic) of the market conditions. She will give you honest advice and guidance throughout your search for a home or preparations to sell your home. She will negotiate hard on your behalf to look out for your best interests as opposed to her commissions. Johanna is a blast to work with and I look forward to working with her again.

Andrew & Sarah Huss – Brooklyn Park, MN

It is very difficult for me to describe Johanna in a few words. She has been a part of my life for 3 years now, she has helped me purchase and sell my first home. She was there for me every step of the way. She really cared about my concerns and advocated for my needs, especially when I was unable to express them. I truly enjoy working with Johanna. She is not only a great Realtor but an amazing person. I cannot wait to call Johanna again to start my new journey of home ownership. 

Jennifer B., St. Paul, MN 

Our home buying experience with Johanna was great! Being first time home buyers, we really didn’t know too much about the whole process. Johanna seemed to have all the answers! Whether it be what to look for inside the house or info on the neighborhood and surrounding area. She was also very flexible and available when we were doing showings. When it comes time for negotiating, she will definitely fight hard for you! Overall VERY informative and knowledgeable which made our first home buying experience easier and enjoyable! I would highly recommend her!

Cody & Tanja J., Maplewood, MN

We were referred to Johanna by another one of our friends that she helped to purchase a home. From our first meeting, we knew she would be the Realtor for us as she was so friendly and kind. Even when we had to postpone our home search for a year because of family reasons, when we came back a year later ready to go – she was excited to help us again. We never felt like we were too needy or too picky. She helped us find the right house. Johanna was right there with us every step of the way. Even after the purchase was done and we were all moved in, she was still just an email away with the random questions we thought of being first time home buyers. We can’t thank Johanna enough for the time, energy and positive outlook she gave us during this often-stressful process. We have referred her to several of our friends and family who are looking to purchase a new home and will continue to do so in the future. 

Britnee and Travis H., Brooklyn Park, MN 

Johanna sold our townhouse for us back when the market was down.  What an experience that was!  After selling it for us (twice), we built a brand-new home and she was our realtor again.  Johanna was very knowledgeable about the builders and the neighborhoods we wanted to live in.  I had a budget and she made sure the builders would work with us to meet that budget.  She was always very prompt in responding to all of my (many) emails and texts. I have reached out to her since we bought our home regarding manufacturer warranties and builder issues and three years later she still responds ASAP.   I have recommended Johanna to several of my friends and family members who have been thrilled with her.  She’s the best! 

Amy and Bobby F, Blaine, MN 

I purchased my first home in February of 2014 and I was amazed at how stress-free and easy the process was.  Johanna was recommended to me by a family member who had a similar experience and I would recommend her to anyone looking to buy or sell a home. I appreciated her “straight to the point” and “assertive” approach.  Johanna was super helpful throughout the entire process and made the entire experience much easier than I would have ever imagined. 

Jodie A., Coon Rapids, MN 

Johanna was amazing! Not only did she work with us, but she also had great connections with reliable, professional and we were able to utilize to get some of the bigger jobs done on our home. She stuck with us when we had to put off selling the house and was extremely supportive. Every T was crossed and I was dotted. She puts her customers first. She always made sure that we got the best service both when selling our home and buying our new home. We would highly recommend Johanna to anyone looking to buy or sell a home.

Rich and Megan C, Mounds View, MN 

There a lot of Realtors that are friendly and willing to take you around homes available to purchase.  It is another thing to be able to sell a home also.  Johanna possesses the skills to work with you on both transactions.  She works with you to find the best starting price for your current home.  While having a good feel for the market, she handles changes in the market, time frames, and counter-offers with ease.  Any person can set a price for a house, it takes an intelligent Realtor to sell it.  Not only did Johanna successfully sell our home, but also helped us find our new home that was a perfect fit for not only our family but also our wants in a house.  In a buyers’ market, the pool of available homes was rather large.  Johanna was willing to continue to search for the perfect home while giving her honest opinion on the homes that we had seen so far.  It was her honest opinions that helped us find the perfect home. 

Lesley and Jonathan K. (second time selling and buying with Johanna)

Chaska, MN 

We were first time homebuyers in an incredibly competitive market. Johanna was always available to look at homes the day they went on the market, we felt like we were her only clients that mattered. She wouldn’t let us settle or buy a house that was wrong for us, even when we disagreed. She was knowledgeable, honest, and kept us moving forward. I was so impressed with how creative she was to compete with multiple offers. I’m so glad we listened to her advice because we ended up in our dream home.

Jennifer & Dave W., Minneapolis, MN 

David and I want to take this opportunity to extend our gratitude for all the hard work you did in finding us the perfect home! As being first-time buyers you were so patient with us and always kept us well informed. You took us every step of the way and then some. You were very professional, knowledgeable and also very friendly and personable. I would definitely recommend you to anyone who is selling or buying a home. We appreciate you making this process a very pleasant experience. We are so happy in our new home. 

Candice and Dave J., Farmington, MN 

Johanna was so amazing through the whole process. She informed us of every step we would need to take towards ownership. Anything you need she has the solution!! I had her on my speed dial because I was so anxious to do things, I was calling her with random questions often, she was too kind to give me answers. She made the entire experience stress free and fun. We were looking for a house that fit us and our dogs in a very specified area. We had such a blast hanging out (house shopping) It was like we had been great friends for years. I feel like we have become friends and I would recommend her services to anyone I come across. She went above and beyond during the negotiation process, it was our first home and we were nervous, she was amazing at helping us decide what we wanted to offer and ask for.

Beth G., Lexington, MN 

In this market, we didn’t think it was possible to have over a dozen showings and an acceptable offer in less than a week.  Thanks to Johanna’s great recommendations, marketing, and advertising this was all made possible. We called her and asked if she could come to our home as we wanted to interview a few realtors.  She evaluated our home, thoroughly went over her experience and plan, and left us with a few staging ideas.  After she left we instantly agreed to use her and skip interviewing other realtors.  During the selling process she provided numerous staging recommendations, carefully explained comparable sales and pricing options, and quickly responded to any questions (talk about a fast response- she always got back to us via phone or email in record time). Johanna was a joy to work with, professional, and we highly recommend her to anyone selling or buying a home.

Shay and Lisa C., Cottage Grove, MN

I would like to thank Johanna for the hard work she put into helping me find my first home. This process was at times overwhelming and tiresome, but Johanna walked me through from start to finish. The daily update of listed homes was an invaluable tool. I was able to compare homes in different markets without ever having to see the houses in person. The commitment I received from Johanna made me feel as though I was her only client. Johanna’s expertise in valuing homes and her due diligence with selling agents helped me purchase my first home for less than the market value, in a competitive price range. I would recommend Johanna to friends and family because I have found the best real estate agent for all my future investments.

Josh Myrum, Coon Rapids, MN

I cannot say enough good things about Johanna. She is not only an outstanding realtor, but she's also a wonderful person. We were first-time home buyers so purchasing a home was absolutely foreign to us. The jargon was confusing and walking into an open house for the first time even felt a little scary. Johanna walked us through anything and everything. I would actually go as far as saying she kept us sane in this competitive and horrendous market! Johanna is very personable – in the time we worked with her, she knew what we were looking for, what we like or dislike, etc. She also taught us a lot – what to look for in a home, what to do when viewing a home, what not to do, etc. Johanna is very knowledgeable and informative. She was also always, always on top of things. She is a very fast and effective worker. When we were interested in a home, she would provide SO much information that we were well aware of the status of the home before writing an offer. We have landed a home that is so perfect for us. We often think about how grateful we are to own this home, and with that, feel so grateful that we had Johanna on our team. I couldn’t have asked for a better realtor and will continue recommending her to anyone looking for one.

Jasmin & Garrett., Cottage Grove, MN 

Johanna is a great Realtor for many reasons. I was impressed with her level of knowledge about the Real Estate Market and felt I could turn to her with any questions I had. She was professional, friendly and honest. She really understood what we were looking for and did a great job helping us find it at a great price! I would definitely recommend her to anyone because I know they would have a great experience working with her. 

Allison and Eric T., Shakopee, MN

As a first-time home buyer, I was nervous about getting into the home buying process. I am so lucky that I had Johanna as my realtor. She listened to exactly what I was looking for and flexible when I changed my mind. She made looking at homes fun and when I found my home, she was encouraging and supportive when I made my offer, but never pressured me. She went into the process with me wanting to find a home that I loved and didn’t rest until she did. Her personalized service and constant communication made me feel special and like I was her only client (even though I know I wasn’t!). When the closing process didn’t go exactly as planned, she remained firm with the seller and fought for me throughout. I don’t know what I would have done without her! I highly recommend Johanna to anyone who is looking for a realtor as she genuinely cares about assisting in the home buying process and finding a home you love. Johanna is knowledgeable and helpful, makes sure that the process it is as easy for you as possible, and is one of those rare honest people who excel in their field that we all wish to encounter in life. I am honored to call her a friend and will refer her to my loved ones for as long as she is a realtor.

Virginia M., Minneapolis, MN

We were first time home buyers. Johanna was able to get us our dream house! It was very quick. The process was painless. She will go to bat for you and gets it done!

Tim & Carissa D., St. Paul, MN 

I had a very good experience buying a home with Johanna. Her knowledge and expertise were a great help in my first home buying experience. As stressful as it can be, Johanna was very attentive on what I was looking for in a home. She was always willing to help in answering any questions or concerns that I may have had. I would definitely use Johanna again if I buy another home. 

Stacy F., Eagan, MN 

When we first met Johanna Roy, I knew she was the real deal. Johanna was very reassuring to us and she listened to our exact needs for a home. Johanna is a very sweet person and she genuinely cares. Our house hunting experience was really fun. As first-time buyers, we had no idea what to expect or much about the process of buying, but Johanna explained everything completely and answered all our questions. In less than a year after meeting Johanna Roy, we became homeowners and are living in a beautiful home and in a wonderful neighborhood! Our home has everything we wanted and for an amazing price. Thank you, Johanna! We recommend Johanna Roy to anyone looking for a Realtor! And if we decide to sell our home in the future, we will be calling her again!

Fred B. and Dana R., Brooklyn Park, MN 

Johanna worked with my parents and did such an incredible job that when my husband I were ready tobuy a house we knew instantly we wanted Johanna to work for us. She did such an amazing job. She went above and beyond what we expected.  We recommend Johanna to anyone we meet that who needs a realtor. Johanna is one of a kind! Johanna thanks for all the hard work and everything you did for us.

Brittany and Ricky A., Stillwater, MN

As a first-time home buyer, I was very nervous about finding just the right place and the right person to help me find it. When I met Johanna, I knew I had found the right Realtor. She listened to what I was looking for and gave me advice on things to consider when purchasing a home. She was flexible with my difficult work schedule and really went the extra mile to ensure I found the perfect place to call my own. I always felt like this had the best interest in mind. Johanna made my first home buying experience easy and enjoyable. 

Dawn M., Vadnais Heights, MN 

Johanna made our first home purchase a fun and comfortable experience. She was never pushy, but always offered knowledge and helpful advice when needed. She works very hard to be accessible to her clients at all times, which is a huge comfort as a first-time home buyer. From scheduling appointments to negotiating with Realtors, to professional referrals, we were impressed with the service we received every step of the way. 

Lindsay and Jake B, West St. Paul, MN 

Johanna helped me with the process of buying my first home. During this time, she was able to answer my questions and help me understand what was happening. When we would look at homes, she would point out things that I might have not seen and that was in my best interest to know about. She kept on top of things and was able to make sure everything stayed on schedule. I love my new home and I would recommend Johanna to any of my friends and family in the future. 

Becky P., Coon Rapids, MN 

“Johanna is a top-notch realtor who went above and beyond her scope of practice to help us find the perfect house. She is trustworthy, knowledgeable, and honest. During the entire, stressful and anxiety-driven process from selling our house to purchasing a new home, Johanna never gave upon us. She constantly followed up on all the necessary and unnecessary tasks as well as helped us stay on the right track by following through with every party involved including the loan officers, buyers, sellers, title company, other realtors, and so on. She made sure nothing fell through the cracks. She stayed in constant communication with me and responded to my concerns no matter what time of day it was. 

Johanna is a great Realtor for many reasons. I was impressed with her level of knowledge about the Real Estate Market and felt I could turn to her with any questions I had. She was professional, friendly and honest. She really understood what we were looking for and did a great job helping us find it at a great price! I would definitely recommend her to anyone because I know they would have a great experience working with her. 

I cannot recommend Johanna highly enough for anyone looking to buy or sell a home. If you (like me) don't transact in real estate with much frequency, you need an expert on your side, giving you guidance and fighting on your behalf. Look no further than Johanna Roy. I've worked with her to buy two homes and sell one, and I couldn't ask for a better partner each time. Her recommendations for quick, minor cosmetic updates to my previous home (along with a deep clean and top-notch staging, all of which Johanna coordinated) had my friends and family telling me they couldn't recognize the listing and resulted in a final sale more than 10% over list in just three days!

 Callihan G, Coon Rapids, MN 

Johanna is simply the best. As first time homebuyers, my partner and I has a lot to learn and we are incredibly lucky to work with someone as educational and patient as Johanna. It was clear to us that she always had our best interests at heart and would always lay out all the pieces of information we needed to make decisions. With a little bit of luck, and a whole lot of Johanna's wisdom, we actually had our first offer accepted in a very aggressive market. We would recommend Johanna to anyone looking for an exceptional relator!

 Daniel & Elise., Minneapolis, MN 

Johanna is not only an amazing realtor, but she is also a fantastic human being. She is very personable and very knowledgeable. She is an excellent communicator which we really appreciated. She takes time to know you/your family, evaluate your needs, and at the same time educates you on what (how) to look for. We have known her since 2018 when we were first-time home buyers and lucky for us she helped us sell the same home as first-time sellers. She didn't push us to make a transaction that would have been convenient for her. She lets you make the decision. She is honest and straightforward. She explained to us the good, the bad, and the ugly whether it be buying or selling. She made a long-distance home-selling transaction a breeze considering the crazy real estate market! We recommend her 100%! A true Tenacious Realtor!

Neelam & Rajan, Blaine, MN 

Johanna Roy is an exceptional Realtor!! She is extremely knowledgeable and provided us with wonderful personalized attention such that we felt as though we were her only client! We purchased our home during the pandemic, from out of state and Johanna offered excellent flexibility, and an amazing problem-solving skill-set that went over and above, with safety and peace of mind a top priority. Johanna was always responsive and worked hard to establish a great rapport with everyone involved in the transaction. But make no mistake, she was tough as well, when necessary. She incorporated a great financial team at First Class Mortgage, who worked very hard to carefully structure our financing which ultimately helped close the deal on our home, against multiple offers and our's was not the highest. The title company, Title Smart, was excellent as well and very accommodating due to our long-distance closing.We have bought and sold numerous homes in the past and this was hands-down, the best real estate transaction experience we have ever had!
We will absolutely recommend Johanna Roy to our friends and family in the future!

Jean & Chris S, Roseville, MN

Johanna is incredibly helpful and knowledgeable in the real estate market. During this crazy market and time she had a lot of different ideas on how to get us the perfect home. No only did she help us find our dream home, but she had very valuable knowledge of areas in MN to stay away from and really looked out for our best interest. She's definitely a person who cares about her clients and will be straight forward with her thoughts. Out of all the homes we looked at and considered, Johanna helped us see the situation from so many different angles. You can tell she's here to help people find the right fit for them, and doesn't pressure you to make a sale. I'd highly recommend her to other first time home buyers. Not only we're we first time home buyers, but we we're relocating from out of state and she made the process a breeze!

Tyler & Alexis, Forest Lake, MN 

Johanna was a lovely realtor to work with and had everything we needed to make sure we bought the best quality house for us. I loved that she pointed out all the red flags for us that we wanted to avoid, it was so important to us to get a house with minimal rework and she made sure of that! I’ve worked with realtors in the past who were clearly only interested in making a quick sale, and she’s far from it. Even months after we closed she followed up to remind us for things like homesteading and even to connect us with builders she trusted for any miscellaneous concerns that came up.

Alex & Margo, Minneapolis, MN