Business Details
14 Years
experience
Your Wine Country Real Estate Experts
Living In Wine Country is a premier real estate team with over 35 years of combined experience serving Napa and Sonoma Counties. Our approach combines deep local market knowledge with personalized service to help clients buy, sell, and invest in Wine Country properties. We leverage our extensive network of industry professionals and innovative marketing strategies to ensure optimal outcomes for every transaction. Our team's expertise spans luxury home sales, vineyard estates, and investment properties, with a focus on exceeding client expectations through transparent communication and strategic guidance.We maintain a strong commitment to community involvement and professional development, ensuring we remain at the forefront of real estate trends and best practices. Our proven track record as the #1 team in the region by dollar volume reflects our dedication to delivering exceptional value and service to every client we represent.
Services
Luxury Home Sales
Vineyard Estates
Land Parcels
Investment Properties
Market Analysis
Property Marketing
Transaction Management
Relocation Services
Luxury Rentals
Estate Sales
Details
- Year established: 2012
Highlights and features
- We have 35+ years of combined experience in Wine Country real estate
- Our team consistently ranks #1 in Napa and Sonoma Counties by dollar volume
- We provide personalized, data-driven market analysis for optimal pricing strategies
- Our extensive local network ensures maximum exposure for every property
- We offer comprehensive transaction management from initial consultation to closing
What people say
Exceptional service
Flawless execution
Perfect realtors
Highest caliber
Exceeded expectations
Services
Luxury Home Sales
Our luxury home sales service specializes in marketing and selling premium properties valued over $2 million. We employ targeted digital campaigns, exclusive print media, and strategic networking to attract qualified buyers. Our team provides comprehensive staging, professional photography, and virtual tours to showcase properties at their best, ensuring maximum exposure in the competitive Wine Country market.
Vineyard Estates
We specialize in vineyard estates and agricultural properties with expertise in land valuation, zoning regulations, and wine industry market trends. Our services include property positioning for maximum ROI, connecting with investor buyers, and navigating complex transactions involving agricultural land. We maintain relationships with viticulturists and winemaking professionals to enhance property marketing.
Market Analysis
Our data-driven market analysis service provides accurate property valuations using comparative market data and historical sales trends. We deliver detailed reports showing current market conditions, pricing recommendations, and time-on-market projections. This service helps sellers optimize pricing strategies and buyers make competitive offers in Napa and Sonoma County markets.
Transaction Management
We offer comprehensive transaction management from contract negotiation through closing. Our services include coordinating inspections, managing escrow timelines, and facilitating communication between all parties. We provide document preparation, contingency management, and problem-solving expertise to ensure smooth, timely closings for both residential and commercial properties.
Property Marketing
Our marketing service combines digital and traditional strategies to maximize property exposure. We create custom marketing plans featuring professional photography, virtual tours, social media campaigns, and print advertising. Our team leverages luxury real estate networks and targeted outreach to attract qualified buyers while maintaining compliance with all advertising regulations.
People
Maurice Tegelaar
Principal + Founding Member
A California native with 20+ years as a top Sonoma Valley producer, Maurice combines CPA expertise with real estate experience. He specializes in luxury property transactions and has maintained #1 agent status at Compass Sonoma Valley office for 15 consecutive years.
Matt Sevenau
Principal + Founding Member
Licensed contractor and business owner with 18 years of top producer status in Napa and Sonoma Counties. Matt combines negotiation skills with construction knowledge, focusing on luxury home sales and community development projects while serving on local environmental boards.
Aliisa Mazariegos
Team Manager
Born and raised in Sonoma County with 15 years of real estate experience. Aliisa specializes in contract negotiation and client relationship management, maintaining a 95% client retention rate through personalized service and extensive local market knowledge.
Cassie Bost
Realtor
Licensed agent with expertise in first-time homebuyer programs and new construction sales. Cassie has facilitated over 200 successful transactions in the past 8 years, focusing on Santa Rosa and surrounding communities.
Nick King
Director of Operations
Overseeing daily operations with 12 years of real estate management experience. Nick ensures team efficiency and client satisfaction through process optimization and quality control measures across all transactions.
Questions
What areas do you specialize in?
We specialize in Napa and Sonoma Counties, including Sonoma Valley, Calistoga, St. Helena, Glen Ellen, and Healdsburg.
How do you price properties?
We use comparative market analysis with recent sales data and current market trends to determine optimal pricing strategies.
What marketing methods do you use?
Our marketing combines professional photography, virtual tours, social media campaigns, and luxury real estate network exposure.
How experienced is your team?
Our team has 35+ combined years of experience with 15+ years as top producers in the region.
Do you handle luxury property sales?
Yes, we specialize in luxury homes valued over $2 million, including vineyard estates and investment properties.
What transaction support do you provide?
We offer full-service transaction management including document preparation, inspection coordination, and escrow timeline management.
