SL_PROFILE_StephaniedEllis_2pg_0722_Final_Layout 1 8 / 4 / 22 3 : 51 PM Page 2 competitive edge needed to succeed in the current market . She does so with a free - flowing sense of humor that makes a traditionally stressful process much more manageable . “ If you’re reading this , I know why you’re here , ” she adds with a laugh . “ You probably don’t care about me , so let’s talk about you . A lot of people are reaching out trying to understand if this moment in time fits into their world . Real estate is very emotional , and because this is an emotional experience you want to make sure those real estate headlines aren’t getting in the way of your goals . If you’re on the fence , that just means it’s time to have a solid conversation . ” Besides her knowledge of the market , Ellis has an in - depth understanding of what a home might need in terms of ren - ovations ; she personally “ gut renovated ” a home she purchased in 2019 . This com - bination may explain why so many of her clients come by way of referral . “ For the last few years people thought they had nowhere to go if they were to sell their house , ” she says . “ You could make a ton of money on your house , but where are you going to go ? So I work with a lot of people who are really trying to understand what their next steps are . ” As a former Division 1 Athlete at Penn Ellis helps clients sift through the market State who is currently training for her rumors and the whirlwind of “ what ifs ” eighth marathon , Ellis provides the that might scare a potential buyer or seller competitive edge needed to succeed from making an uninformed decision . in the current market . While she aims to keep things “ simple and light ” with every interaction , her approach is rooted in careful planning COMPASS also offers benefits through including furniture stagers , professional and shrewd negotiation . its private off - market network , which allows organizers , decluttering experts , professional “ You can never have too much infor - Ellis’s clients to test the waters on their photographers , painters , and a Rolodex mation too early , ” says Ellis . “ It doesn’t listing without losing precious days on of many more . ” matter if you’re two years out , three years market Ellis enjoys helping current and future out , you never know what the market “ We can pre - market your property clients even when a move is not imminent . looks like until you meet with someone with amazing imagery , set up your real She sends out a regular newsletter with who works in your area and sees what’s estate images , then share your house with some of her favorite tips , real estate news , out there . You’re never wasting my time . other COMPASS agents , and show your and choice recommendations for buying It’s kind of like dating : At the very least , house to COMPASS customers across the and selling a home . She also makes herself we go get a cup of coffee and then go our country while you browse options off - available to discuss possibilities , thinking separate ways with some things to think market in the areas you are interested in , ” it’s never too early to plan if making a about . ” she explains . “ Buyers get a market that move is in the cards someday . Ellis has worked with an increasing isn’t as intense or competitive as the public “ Let’s talk , ” she adds . “ I can help you number of “ coastal customers ” — that is , market , and the inherent benefit as a seller work through some big questions , like clients looking to leave the West Coast is that you don’t have to stage and stress why are you thinking about selling or and settle their family on the East Coast , over showings or open houses . You can buying ? We make sure those goals are or empty nesters looking to downsize their also get feedback from the marketplace clear so we have a goalpost to move East Coast properties and explore other without racking days up on the market . toward . ” n parts of the country . Then you know you can go to market ? “ A lot of people are calling me from knowing you have the best price . ” out west to make the move here , which is From that point , Ellis has a full team where you really see the value of the COM - behind her to help make any move as PASS network , ” says Ellis . “ The COMPASS seamless as possible , whether someone network makes it easy for you to have an is moving to a new home down the street Stephanie Ellis , COMPASS Realtor army of assets . Once you decide you want or across the country . to branch out , we have a list of networks “ Traditionally , it’s a super - stressful ( 610 ) 316 - 4798 across the country who can connect you process , but it doesn’t have to be , ” she stephanieellishomes.com to high - level Realtors and specialists in assures . “ That’s why I have a team of Instagram : @ stephellisrealtor every region . ” people who make this as easy as possible , SUBURBANLIFEMAGAZINE.COM VOLUME 13 ISSUE 11 | 15