Whistler Realtor Q&A: Stephanie Sloan

Q: Why did you move to Whistler?

A: To ski and to live. After competing on the World Cup Freestyle Skiing circuit for 7 years and travelling to many fabulous ski resorts to compete or train, I realized that Whistler was the best resort in the world!

Q: What did you do when you first arrived?

A: Started the Women Only Ski Programs for Whistler Blackcomb.

Q: When did you get into Real Estate?

A: In 2001 after 22 years as Women Only Ski Program co-ordinator.

Q: What do you enjoy about the lifestyle here?

A: How easily accessable everything is – skiing, cross country skiing, biking, hiking, swimming – its all right out the door!

Q: What advice would you give to someone looking to buy property here?

A: It’s a great place to live – full or part time, all year round.

Q: What is your favourite thing about working with your clients?

A: Being enthusiastic about Whistler and all its options – sport, art and community.

Q: What is your favourite season and why?

A: Winter! I love snow, skiing and cross country skiing (especially in the Callaghan).

Q: If you were not a real estate agent, what would you be?

A: Ski bum!

Q: What makes you smile the most?

A: Big beautiful snow flakes that fall like chicken feathers out of the sky.

Q: How do you decompress or how would you spend your ideal day?

A: A great powder day on the mountain and then a good book by the fire.

Q: What was it like raising a family here?

A: It is an ideal place to raise a family – spending tons of time outside and up on the mountain, resulted in raising an accomplished athlete and well rounded wonderful daughter.

Q: What accomplishment do you consider to be the most significant in your career or in your life?

A: My daughter, Julia Murray.

Q: Finally, in one sentence, why should people come live here?

A: Active lifestyle, great community.

Find out more about Stephanie and view her current listings HERE.