About:
In 1994, David Kent worked as a home builder, a career this family man had enjoyed for many years. Because of his close connection to the real estate industry, friends and family often approached him for advice or assistance when buying a real estate. While he accommodated their requests to the extent real estate law would allow, he quickly saw a unique need to fill: there were no real estate agents in Charleston that worked exclusively for buyers. No agents that provided 100% buyer representation. No agents that went to bat for the buyer at the negotiating table. No exclusive buyer’s agents at all.
With his distinctive background and extensive knowledge of the real estate industry, David Kent decided to embark on a new path. In 1995, with license in hand, David and his partner W.C. “Cece” Stricklin, opened Charleston’s first exclusive buyer’s agency. Steadfast and committed to buyer representation, this relatively new approach to the real estate business took flight.
Commitment to Buyer Advocacy
For over a decade, David has consistently provided clients with fervent representation and superior service. His company’s slogan “Buy Smart – Know For Sure” can attest to the absence of buyer remorse. He doesn’t sell you a home. He helps you buy a home. And David and his team are always committed to complete client satisfaction. The dedication and trust he shares with his clients is best demonstrated by his company’s repeat business and regular client referrals.
A Different Breed
David is compensated like other real estate agents, by splitting the commission, which is generally built into the price of the property. This is where any similarity ends. Unlike agents representing the seller, David shows clients the entire market: MLS listings, for sale by owner real estate, foreclosures, new homes, commercial buildings, vacant land, and anything else clients are interested in buying. Although David helps all of his clients find lenders, insurance companies, inspectors, attorneys, and other businesses involved in a real estate transaction, he does not engage in questionable financial arrangements with them and never accepts kickbacks. His company’s relationships with these businesses are to ensure that you get the best price and best terms.
Exclusive buyer’s agents are a different breed. Becoming an exclusive buyer’s agent is a choice. David decided to take the road less traveled, because he believes that every buyer should be zealously represented in a real estate transaction.
David is an exclusive buyer’s agent, providing 100% buyer representation 100% of the time.