REALTOR® of Distinction: Judy Hargett
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Judy Hargett didn’t go out looking for a career in real estate... it came looking for her...literally! In the late 80’s, her friends and owners of Beachside Real Estate called to ask what she would think about coming to work with them at Beachside Real Estate.
“It was certainly win-win-win opportunity for me”, states Judy. “Our family enjoyed living on Isle of Palms so much and the thought of introducing people to Charleston area properties was definitely something I would enjoy. Working with good friends was a positive and my background was in sales! The rest is history...I’ve been with Beachside Real Estate ever since. I love real estate and the folks at Beachside.”
Judy has a “must do” list for all her clients: Create a comfortable, friendly atmosphere in which to communicate, listen well to understand what her client hopes to accomplish, Strive to offer top-notch personal service and, always practice and honor the REALTOR® Code of Ethics.
“The most rewarding part of real estate is the smile we receive from our clients letting us know we’ve done a good job and they were satisfied with our service.”
“Education is so important in our ever changing real estate market. As professionals, we need to benefit from advanced education. Learning about changes in real estate law, technology and marketing are important factors for staying on the cutting edge of our profession.”
Her passion for learning is reflected in the long list of professional designations she’s earned in the field of real estate. They include GRI (Graduate, REALTORS® Institute), CRS, (Certified Residential Specialist), C-CREC (Certified Consumer Real Estate Consultant), and e-Pro.
Judy is one of the charter
members of the East Cooper Top
Producers Club, and served as the
organization’s first president. She
currently serves on the Charleston
Trident Association of REALTORS®,
Professional Standards committee.
Judy list and sales properties
throughout the Charleston Lowcountry.
Our family lived at Wild
Dunes for 12 years, and now live in
Mount Pleasant. “We considered
living in Mount Pleasant...the best of
both worlds. Living in Mount Pleasant
and working on Isle of Palms we
really have a broad knowledge of
both.”
Judy and her husband, Dick, have a relationship that goes beyond their decades of marriage, their two adult sons, one beautiful granddaughter, and their affection for Taffy, the couple’s miniature Dachshund. About five years ago, the Hargetts decided to team-up in the real estate business, which has been a blessing for them. “Now our clients now have two real estate professionals on their side,“ says Judy.
According to Judy, much of her business is from repeat clients and referrals. “I value the relationship I have with my clients; keeping in touch is a top priority,” notes Judy. Vacationers are also a resource for her. Second home & Investment buyers expect their agent to be well versed on financing options, rental projections, rate of appreciation and the 1031 Tax Deferred Exchange. I can help with that.”
She continues, “Part of the excitement and challenges of real estate is putting the pieces of the puzzle together for the client. I enjoy people and my profession. I like to bring some fun into what otherwise can be a complicated process.”