Become an Agent

Lowcountry families have placed their trust in William Means agents for generations, as we understand the client is the number one priority. Our agents are never just a number among hundreds—we truly interact as a team in a family-like environment.

Today, we have office locations in downtown Charleston and Mount Pleasant. Our headquarters is situated in the popular and highly sought-after I'On neighborhood. It is a stunning space that is inviting to both clients and agents with access to private offices, conference rooms and state-of-the-art technology.

Founded in 1933, William Means Real Estate is one of the oldest and most established real estate companies in Charleston and continues to grow as the industry expands.

Lowcountry families have placed their trust in William Means agents for generations, as we understand the client is the number one priority. Our agents are never just a number among hundreds—we truly interact as a team in a family-like environment.

Our agents are committed to understanding client needs and providing knowledgeable service that begins the moment you engage with our firm. Our full-service agents embrace our core beliefs and handle all aspects of the process from pricing the property, showing homes, to the intricate steps involved in home buying and selling. When a client lists their home with William Means, our experienced agents act as their partner, taking the time to discuss their unique needs and goals. When we work with a buyer to find their new Charleston home, our agents act as a personal liaison to assist them as they make one of the most important purchases of their lifetime.

Founded in 1933, William Means Real Estate is one of the oldest and most established real estate companies in Charleston and continues to grow as the industry expands.

Our expert marketing team handles everything from scheduling photography, inputting listings, creating print and digital media campaigns, to advertising agents' properties for sale. We handle the details so our agents can focus on their clients and listings.

Whether it’s old-fashioned word-of-mouth, traditional, or online media, our marketing initiatives are constantly evolving, just like our company. The marketing team ensures that our agents’ listings are highly visible and beautifully presented with marketing materials that are expertly produced in-house and feature forward-thinking designs.

Our Sales Director has more than 19 years of experience in real estate and provides guidance and direction to our agents on a continual and individualized basis. He is available to quickly answer general questions, review contracts, and provide strategy and procedural advice for many different situations that may arise during the home buying and selling process.

Our dedicated Financial Manager reviews all documents and handles the collection and deposit of earnest money. She actively communicates with our agents, ensuring that all aspects and documentation are secured and ready for closings.

The William Means website is consistently ranked as one of the top sites for real estate searches in the Charleston area. Our website is enhanced with SEO and a lead capture system to fully engage our online visitors.

Utilizing the built-in CRM system, agents can manage their existing clients’ pipeline, activity and closing their deals. Agents are provided advanced training with proven strategies and protocols to achieve the highest production.