What was your most interesting job before going into real estate?
Working in the repossession department of a national bank. The stories I could share.

Where did you grow up?
Alliance, Ohio

Growing up, what did you want to be?
I wanted to be a psychologist in my adolescence.

What do you do to relax when you’re stressed?
For a local treat, I’ll go get a 90 minute facial. When I was very stressed in my previous corporate life, I’d sit down with my husband and plan a big trip out of the country!

If you could meet any well-known figure (living or not), who would it be and why?
I have to pick someone living so I can try to befriend them, so I’ll say Simone Biles. Her talent and spirit blow me away and she seems like a genuinely sweet person.

What is Phoenix’s best-kept secret?
The food scene. People who are new to Phoenix or visiting from elsewhere are always super surprised at all the culinary jewels here in the Valley.

What do you love most about the industry?
I love that this industry thrives on relationship building and making lasting connections.

How do you distinguish yourself from the crowd of agents?
I honestly just try to be authentic. Sometimes that means being a little fun and quirky. I also value the opportunities to show I’m sincere and their interests are paramount to me. I want clients to be at ease with me and understand they’re in competent, caring hands.

What is the most difficult aspect of your job?
I’m hyper empathetic, so I presume the hardest part will always be related to absorbing the energy of my clients, good and bad.

What’s your best advice for generating new leads?
Have an active social media presence that regularly provides market and neighborhood insights people find intriguing. Don’t be afraid to get a social media coach/advisor.

What are you binge-watching/reading/listening to lately?
I’m reading “A Physical Education: How I Escaped Diet Culture and Gained the Power of Lifting” by Casey Johnston. I’m binge-watching “The Gilded Age.” I’m listening to Lucky Daye and Teddy Swims.

What’s your favorite meal in Phoenix?
The best thing I’ve eaten this year is the Lobster X.O. Fried Rice at Jing on Scottsdale and Shea.

Architecturally speaking, what is your favorite building in Phoenix?
Burton Barr Library

What’s the weirdest thing that’s ever happened to you on the job?
One constant weird thing about this job is that you have people trying to scam you in calls, texts and emails ALL THE TIME!

What’s one thing people are surprised to learn about you?
That I have ADHD. I mask it well!

What is your favorite vacation spot and why?
While it isn’t feasible to visit every year, we went on Safari in Tanzania in 2024 and it was a majestic, emotionally thrilling experience! Nothing tops having a lion walk right next to your safari jeep’. We also love Aruba. Fantastic people and stunning beaches.

What is your favorite city after Phoenix?
Cartagena, Colombia

In 10 words or less, what is your advice for someone new to the industry?
Be ready to hustle harder than you ever have!

What’s your favorite real estate iPhone/Android app?
Trulia.

Who are your favorite people to follow on social media?
For real estate subject matter it’d be Ricky Carruth and Colton Lindsey. For all my fellow animal lovers, it’s @ifyourpettalked on IG. It’s endlessly funny and entertaining.

What are your social media handles?
For Instagram, Facebook and my soon-to-be launched YouTube it’s @stellarhomesbystacey and for Tik Tok it’s @StaceyStewartHomes.