Stephanie Payab

  • Founder & President

    The Payab Group
    Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices
    California Properties

  • Phone

    818-269-2796

  • Website | Social

    thepayabgroup.com
    @thepayabgroup

  • Special Section

    Women Who Lead

Stephanie Payab is an award-winning Realtor® who has worked in the industry for over 20 years. She created The Payab Group in 2016 to assist clients in the San Fernando Valley and beyond.

What led you to pursue this career?

I love people, and I love hearing people’s stories! I am a natural problem-solver, so applying that skill to real estate seemed like a no-brainer. I get so excited when I find a property that I know a client is going to love because it checks all their boxes.

In what ways do you stand out?

My pink hair, of course! Beyond that, it’s our team approach. We blend unique personalities with exceptional expertise to provide an unforgettable, enjoyable real estate experience.

Multitask or single focus?

I multitask within my multitasking! You can have many clients at once, but they are all at different stages of their property journeys. It’s my job to stay organized and on top of the process for each one of them. It’s like juggling—no, please don’t throw tennis balls my way! Just the metaphoric ones like open houses, writing the offer or inspections.

Share some real estate words of wisdom.

The real estate market constantly fluctuates, making it crucial for buyers and sellers to understand that the present is always the best time to engage. The best advice I can give: Stay calm, cool and collected, and always be ready to roll with the punches.

What is your current passion project?

I am passionate about mastering changes in the industry. Staying ahead of the curve allows me to explain things clearly to clients, allowing everyone to feel informed.

In what ways does authenticity play into your business model?

It’s so important to work with an authentic real estate professional. It can be overwhelming to the buyer or seller who’s not familiar with the protocols and verbiage. I will always tell them what they need to know.

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