Stephanie is TEN stars and a real SUPERstar. She did a truly remarkable job in the toughest of situations. No one else could have made this sale. Thank you SO much. The absolute BEST.
by AronAbout
About Empire Real Estate Group
A Team Built On Strategy, Trust & Results
At Empire Real Estate Group, we don’t just sell homes—we deliver a full-service experience built on trust, strategy, and results. We’re a team of driven, like-minded professionals who operate like a well-oiled machine, each bringing our strengths to the table to support our clients from start to finish.
Our team thrives on collaboration. We believe that when great minds work together, powerful things happen. Whether it’s navigating complex negotiations, staging homes to perfection, or launching creative marketing campaigns that get noticed, we move with intention and precision. Every client benefits from our collective experience, industry insight, and shared commitment to excellence.
We know that real estate isn’t just a transaction—it’s personal. That’s why we show up every day with one goal: to make our clients feel confident, supported, and taken care of every step of the way. From first-time buyers to seasoned investors, we customize our approach to meet each client’s unique needs and exceed expectations.
Backed by proven systems, sharp strategy, and a relentless work ethic, Empire Real Estate Group is raising the bar for what real estate service should look like. And we’re just getting started.
Becky Lavoie
REALTOR®
613-769-5943
becky@empirerealestategroup.ca
With over a decade of experience in interior design and an NCIDQ certification, Becky offers a distinctive advantage to her real estate clients. Her design background allows sellers to showcase their homes at their best while helping buyers recognize opportunity and potential others may overlook. Becky combines thoughtful guidance, strong market insight, and a seamless approach to ensure every client experience is elevated from start to finish.
Craig Nooyen
Realtor
613-290-9898
craig@empirerealestategroup.ca
With ten years of experience in the highly competitive surgical device industry—most notably as a consistent top performer with a Fortune 500 corporation—Craig brings a strong customer-first mindset and a reputation for dependability to the Empire team. Year after year, he ranked among the top performers and earned recognition such as the prestigious President’s Club award, showcasing his ability to deliver results while building lasting, trust-based relationships with clients and ultimately, hospital patients.
Craig’s unique blend of business acumen, backed by his MBA, and his leadership background as a Division I hockey scholarship athlete and captain of the CCHL Navan Grads Junior A Hockey Team, allows him to approach every client interaction with focus, discipline, and integrity.
"I’ve always viewed the role of a sales professional as being more than just about transactions—it’s about trust. For me, it’s crucial to truly understand my clients’ needs and be someone they can count on every step of the way. Actions speak louder than words, and I believe in consistently going the extra mile to deliver, no matter what."
Stephanie Soutar
REALTOR
613-290-7340
steph@empirerealestategroup.ca
Stephanie Soutar is a powerhouse real estate professional and the driving force behind one of Ottawa’s most dynamic and client-obsessed real estate teams. With over 15 years of award-winning, bilingual B2B sales experience for Fortune 500 giants, Stephanie built her career on three unwavering pillars: listening with intent, thinking beyond the expected, and delivering unmatched results.
A strategic thinker and natural-born leader, Stephanie has grown a high-performing team that thrives on collaboration, hustle, and putting the client first—always. Known for her full-service approach, she’s as hands-on with home staging and marketing as she is with negotiations and strategy. Real estate is not just her business—it’s her craft.
Beyond real estate, Stephanie is a creative at heart. A talented artist and interior design enthusiast, she’s flipped properties, managed large-scale renovations, and built a personal portfolio of investment homes with precision and flair. Whether you need someone to spot the hidden potential in a property or close a complex deal, she’s the one you want in your corner.
Proudly based in Navan, Stephanie is deeply rooted in her community. She’s a hockey mom, local advocate, and a fierce supporter of small businesses across Orleans. You’ll find her at the rink, hosting community events, or building partnerships that lift others up.
Stephanie isn’t just selling homes—she’s redefining what it means to serve in real estate, and she’s doing it with heart, hustle, and zero apologies
Testimonials
Stephanie was phenomenal in helping us purchase a new house and sell our current home. She went above and beyond in preparing, organizing, and listing our house in a very tight time window. I recommend her if you are looking to buy or sell real estate anywhere. She will exceed your expectations.
by BarnabyWorking with Stephanie Soutar and the Empire Real Estate Team was an incredible experience for my daughters and me. As both our buying and selling agent, Steph made the process smooth, manageable, and even exciting. She took the time to understand what we were looking for, offered expert guidance, and helped us find the perfect home. When it came time to sell, her strategy, marketing, and attention to detail led to a quick sale over asking. Throughout it all, Steph was responsive, organized, and always had our best interests at heart. We’re so grateful to have had her on our side and highly recommend her to anyone buying or selling in Ottawa.
by ChelseyCelina impressed us with her deep industry knowledge, clear communication, and compassion. She guided us through buying our first home and continued supporting us even after closing. We felt comfortable and confident every step of the way. We would recommend her to all our family and friends
by McKenzieWe worked with Celina for the purchase of a condo and highly recommend her. She helped us through every stage of the process, answered all our questions quickly and if she didn't know the answer, she got back to us asap. She guided us through the purchase & condo documents and made sure we understood what we were doing. She recommended a home inspection and was present for the home inspection, she also recommended lawyers for us. She is a hardworking, knowledgeable professional who made us feel secure throughout the process. Even after closing, she made sure she was available to us, she even dropped off a thoughtful housewarming gift. We highly recommend Celina to anyone who needs an excellent, qualified realtor
by RickCelina Musto is a very knowledgeable and hard working agent. She goes above and beyond with her listings and her clients. I would recommend her to anyone looking for an excellent professional real estate agent in the Ottawa area!
by KoriWe were not in the market because of how overwhelming it can be. When Steph presented us with an opportunity we could not overlook, we could not pass it up. Steph made things comfortable with her knowledge and sound advice, while getting us the best deal possible. We would highly recommend Steph and the Empire Real Estate team to anyone interested in either buying or selling.
by Dan and Mel
