Stephanie Aven - Realtor DRE #01967507

Stephanie Aven - Realtor DRE #01967507 DRE #01967507
Offering a client first approach to making all your real estate dreams a reality. https://www.stephanieaven.com

Stephanie Aven jumped headfirst into the real estate industry upon receiving her salesperson license in 2013. While working with a top broker in Orange County, California, she became well versed in offering her clients top-notch service in buying, selling, or taking on a new investment property. Proven by previous clients’ satisfied reviews, Stephanie puts her heart into each transaction. She also has a zest for working with investors and managing all aspects of tenant-owner relations from start to finish. Bolstering her abilities, Stephanie is both a Certified Transaction Coordinator with the California Association of REALTORS® and a Certified Property Manager (CPM). As an active member of the North Bay Association of REALTORS®, Stephanie is always keeping tabs on the latest real estate best practices and regulations. Her success is marked by strong presentation skills, extensive industry knowledge, and a thorough understanding of every transaction. Clients can rely on her for innovative solutions delivered with honesty and reliability. Stephanie’s ongoing love of education manifests in client relationships as well as the volunteer opportunities available through her sons’ schooling. She has served on school advisory boards and as a PTA president, and she has brought theater, dance, and cheer classes to local schools. Stephanie’s active involvement in the community and in making a difference in the future of our youth is a priority that shows her character. While Stephanie was born and raised in Southern California, Napa has warmly welcomed her and her family. She now resides in Napa with the love of her life, David, and their four children, who attend local schools in the Napa Valley Unified School District and are involved in community programs. When she’s not loyally working alongside her clients to meet their needs, Stephanie enjoys indulging in soothing days by the seaside, weekend adventures out of town, and up-Valley outings with friends and good wine.

"I'm waiting for prices to come down." Let's talk about that. 👇I hear this every week, and I never argue with it — it so...
09/28/2026

"I'm waiting for prices to come down." Let's talk about that. 👇

I hear this every week, and I never argue with it — it sounds smart. But here's what I've watched happen again and again: buyers wait for the "right time," and the market doesn't wait with them. A house sits quietly for weeks, then suddenly there's multiple offers on it, because everyone who was "waiting" moved at once.

Waiting doesn't remove competition. It just changes who you're up against.

I'm not saying buy today no matter what. I'm saying let's talk through your specific situation instead of guessing at a headline. DM me "LET'S TALK" and we'll figure out what's actually right for you. 🏡

Pending sales slipped 5.4% in June. Here's why buyers should be paying attention. 👇Contract signings fell 5.4% month-ove...
09/24/2026

Pending sales slipped 5.4% in June. Here's why buyers should be paying attention. 👇

Contract signings fell 5.4% month-over-month as mortgage rates hit their highest point in nearly a year, alongside record-high home prices. It's a tough combination, especially for first-time buyers.

But fewer buyers signing contracts right now usually means less competition for the ones who do. If you've been priced out of bidding wars, this pullback could be your opening — sellers have less leverage when demand cools, even briefly.

Want to know what this shift means for your specific search? DM me "PENDING" and let's talk timing. 🏡

The one thing I ask at every listing appointment that most agents won't."What are you actually afraid of right now?"Not ...
09/23/2026

The one thing I ask at every listing appointment that most agents won't.

"What are you actually afraid of right now?"

Not "what's your timeline" or "have you thought about price." Those are easy questions with rehearsed answers. That one isn't.

Sometimes it's the fear of leaving money on the table. Sometimes it's not knowing where they're going next. Sometimes it's just not being ready to say goodbye to the house, even if they're ready to move.

Most agents skip it because it's uncomfortable. I ask it because you can't actually price, market, or negotiate for someone until you know what they're really up against.

If you're thinking about selling, let's start there.

09/23/2026

Sometimes, all it takes is a phone call. 📞🏡

One thing my clients know about me: I’m always happy to have a conversation.

Whether you have a question about your home’s value, you’re thinking about buying or selling, you’ve heard about an opportunity and want my opinion, or you simply don’t know where to begin—I want you to feel comfortable picking up the phone and calling me.

Real estate decisions are personal, and sometimes a quick conversation can provide the information and direction you need to figure out your next step.

No pressure. No obligation. Just a conversation.

📞 Stephanie Aven
REALTOR® | Broker Associate
Vintage Sotheby’s International Realty
DRE #01967507
Local Expertise. Global Connections.

"Sorry, I didn't mean to unload on you."I hear this more than people realize. And every time, I say the same thing back:...
09/21/2026

"Sorry, I didn't mean to unload on you."

I hear this more than people realize. And every time, I say the same thing back: don't apologize.

Buying or selling a home isn't just paperwork — it's roots, it's a next chapter, it's keys that'll matter to your kids one day. Behind every offer is a family betting on themselves. I don't forget that, even on my busiest weeks. You're never just a file on my desk.

So talk to me as long as you need to. That's not extra. That's the job. 🏡

Celebrating the birthday gal with some relaxation and fun in the sun ☀️ Happy Birthday Nikki 🥳✨
09/19/2026

Celebrating the birthday gal with some relaxation and fun in the sun ☀️ Happy Birthday Nikki 🥳✨

09/18/2026

Finding the house is the easy part. Here's what you're actually hiring me for 👇

Anyone can scroll Zillow. What you're paying for is the negotiation that saves you thousands. The inspection red flags I catch before you fall in love with a money pit. The contract language that protects you if something goes sideways. The 11pm text when your offer's on the line and you need someone who actually knows what to do next.

Finding the house? That's the fun part. Getting you into it — safely, smartly, and for the right price? That's the job. 🏡

Gen Z just hit a home-buying milestone nobody saw coming. 🔑For years, the story wrote itself: young people are locked ou...
09/17/2026

Gen Z just hit a home-buying milestone nobody saw coming. 🔑
For years, the story wrote itself: young people are locked out. Priced out. Doomed to rent forever. It made great headlines and even better comment-section arguments.

Meanwhile, quietly, buyers born after 1997 just claimed 20% of all home purchase rate locks — the largest share on record. One in five. And it's not one lucky city: every major region is seeing pending sales grow year-over-year, even at today's rates.
Here's what they figured out that the headlines didn't: nobody handed them perfect conditions, so they stopped waiting for them.
They're buying the smaller starter home instead of holding out for the dream one. Co-buying with siblings and best friends. Digging up down payment assistance programs most people never research. House hacking duplexes so the tenant next door helps cover the mortgage.

Different playbooks. Same result: equity instead of another year of rent receipts.

So if the youngest buyers in the market are getting keys right now, "impossible" was never the right word. Unplanned was.

You don't need a miracle. You need a plan. DM me "PLAN" and let's build yours. 📲
📊 Sources: HousingWire / NAR

You don't have to choose between selling fast and selling for top dollar. But here's what you've got to do 👇I had a sell...
09/16/2026

You don't have to choose between selling fast and selling for top dollar. But here's what you've got to do 👇

I had a seller last year who wanted both, and honestly? So does everyone. The sellers who get it aren't lucky — they just don't fight me on the boring stuff. They let me price it based on what's actually closing nearby, not what Zillow says or what the neighbor "heard." They fix the weird stuff before showings instead of after the third buyer mentions it. And they trust the first two weeks matter more than the next two months combined.

Do those three things and you're not choosing anymore. You're just... doing it right. 🏡

☕️ I woke up this morning to a few CMA requests in my inbox, so I thought I’d share a little about what actually goes in...
09/14/2026

☕️ I woke up this morning to a few CMA requests in my inbox, so I thought I’d share a little about what actually goes into one.

When I prepare a Comparative Market Analysis, I start with the MLS, tax records, and current market data. Then, whenever possible, I get in my car and drive by the property—taking an exterior photo, looking at the neighborhood, and getting a feel for the location before diving deeper into comparable sales.

And I’m looking at more than just what homes sold for. Days on market, condition, location, price adjustments, and current competition all help tell the story.

If you’re considering selling, a CMA is a great starting point for determining a list price, followed by an interior property visit so I can evaluate the home more thoroughly.

CMAs can also be helpful for family buyouts, divorce or partnership changes, trusts and estates, or simply understanding your property’s current position in the market.

🏡 A CMA does not replace a professional appraisal, but it can be a valuable place to start.

Curious about your property? Reach out—I’m always happy to be a resource.

Stephanie Aven, REALTOR®
Broker Associate DRE #01967507
Vintage SIR DRE #01874685
C. 714.401.2903. O. 707.944.0888
[email protected]
www.stephanieaven.com

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Yountville, CA
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