Palms Realty stands as a beacon of innovation and rapid growth within the dynamic realm of Grand Strand real estate. It is one of the newest brokerages here, opening its doors in September of 2021.  The brainchild of three visionary Founders; Preston Guyton, Nick Strumke, and Josh Meetre, this brokerage is a testament to their collective expertise in navigating the intricacies of the Grand Strand real estate market. Preston Guyton, the Chief Visionary Officer, had a burning desire to create something extraordinary in the real estate landscape. Co-founders Nick Strumke and Josh Meetre each played a pivotal role in shaping the narrative of this new brokerage.  They have added two more partners, Tripp Love who joined the company three months after it started, and Brandy Campbell who was brought in seven months ago to be their Broker in Charge.

 

Preston shares,” My journey in real estate began in 2004. It was fueled by a passion for helping teams and companies grow into successful ventures. With Palms Realty, I saw an opportunity to leverage my skills, experience, and the leadership of my co-founders to build a brokerage that stood out. As the Chief Visionary Officer, my role revolves around infusing innovative ideas and technical expertise into our real estate systems, along with driving the expansion and growth of this new company.

 

Nick Strumke, a vital part of the leadership team, embarked on his real estate journey after serving as a firefighter for six years in Myrtle Beach. His career pivot was driven by the allure of unlimited income potential, the excitement of the hustle, and the joy of helping people. Joining Palms Realty, Nick took on the role of leading recruitment, ensuring that the best agents become part of this dynamic team. Nick shares, “I love our leadership team and am excited to be instrumental in growing the Palms brand. What I find most rewarding is witnessing our agents' success in helping clients find their dream homes and perfect investment properties. Changing lives through real estate is at the core of our mission. We love doing this!”

 

Josh Meetre, the third founding partner, obtained his real estate license in 2017 and followed it with a Broker license in 2021. His background as a Student Pastor for six years brings a unique perspective to the team. Josh is passionate about providing an environment that sets their agents up for long-term success. As the head of Agent Growth, he focuses on the training for newer Realtors®, ensuring they experience success quickly in this dynamic industry. Josh adds, “Watching our Realtors® experience success is a great joy! There is always a lot of self-doubt when entering a new profession and nothing is more rewarding for me than seeing our newer agents experience success quickly.”  

 

Tripp Love, a seasoned real estate professional since 2002, joined Palms Realty three months after its inception. His decision was rooted in his belief in the vision of the new company and trust in the Palms leadership team. For Tripp, success means staying true to principles and core values, providing value to both clients and agents. Recognizing the many challenges of the real estate business without proper training and mentorship, his goal is to equip new and inexperienced agents with the tools needed for massive success, regardless of market conditions.

Brandy Campbell, the new Broker in Charge, has over a decade of experience. Preston has known Brandy for many years and knew her unwavering dedication to her community in and outside of Real Estate. Recognizing the significance of bolstering their leadership team with a formidable female presence, Brandy emerged as the perfect candidate. Beyond her wealth of knowledge, Brandy injects an authentic passion for fostering a positive impact everywhere she is involved.

 

Her foray into real estate marked a significant turning point in her life eleven years ago. Joining Palms Realty, she was initially taken aback by the sheer size of the team—over 110+ agents! The opportunity to assume the Broker in Charge position surprised and humbled her. Brandy recognized the company's exponential growth potential and its capacity to become a long-term trusted resource for the community and its agents.

 

Just seven months into her role, Brandy's passion for the industry has been reignited. She aims to add momentum to Palms Realty's growth by leveraging her education, network, and experience. Her focus lies in creating sustainable connections between the company and the community, enhancing the culture of contribution within the company, and fostering long-term relationships.

 

Brandy's vision for Palms Realty is crystal clear: she wants to provide comprehensive support to agents, helping them thrive in the real estate industry. For her, success in real estate is about making an impact, connecting with others, and generating income to support her family. Her favorite quote encapsulates her approach: "Success is not the key to happiness. Happiness is the key to success. If you love what you are doing and put people first, you will be successful." Brandy's story is a testament to the power of passion, purpose, and connection—cornerstones of her inspiring success.

Brandy explains, “Our business centers around a passion for educating and equipping Realtors® with practical training. Our leadership team works tirelessly to ensure our agents have all the tools and opportunities needed for long-term success.”

“Our philosophy at Palms Realty is simple: we are a real estate brokerage created by agents, for agents. Each partner has tasted individual success as an agent, and this collective experience guides our decisions. It's the reason behind our rapid growth, driven by a deep understanding of what agents seek when choosing a brokerage.”

 

Palms Realty's focus on agent growth, coupled with the passion for providing education, technical tools, and systems, resonates with every member of the leadership team. It is a testament to their commitment to being a dominant force on the Grand Strand and beyond. Congratulations to Palms Realty for their brilliant start! The journey has just begun, and Palms Realty is poised to leave an indelible mark on the real estate industry.