As our client, you will get the benefits of experience and the superior service of an independent brokerage company with the guarantee that our commissions and management fees are more flexible and competitive than any of our competition. We can customize our services to meet your individual needs. We run a "boutique-style" real estate brokerage firm, which means we give you extra attention that's unsurpassed elsewhere. From starter homes to estate properties, we're ready to help you find the perfect place to call home!
 Tom Watson
Lifetime Member Circle of Excellence
tomwrealty@sc.rr.com
Tom has been selling real estate for the last six years. Tom has sold in excess of more than Twenty Five million in Closed transactions and is a lifetime member of the circle of excellence. Tom has lived in the Columbia area for the last thirty five years and has raised three daughters that have gone to the Lexington/ Richland school dist 5. Tom is dedicated to providing great customer service and factual information so his clients can make an informed decision. As owner and Broker in charge he promises to make your experience with W Realty a great one. |
 Joe Stuart
joewrealty@sc.rr.com
Joe is a transplant of 6 years here in the Columbia Metropolitan area from Washington D.C. Joe is originally from the Pittsburgh area of Pennsylvania where he received his education and then moved to Northern Virginia where he worked for Xerox Corporation for several years. With millions in sales Joe loves the freedom of selling real estate and the joy he receives from developing a solid relationship with clients while obtaining their real estate goals. Joe is thrilled to be part of a company that has such a profound emphasis on customer satisfaction and looks forward to really “setting a new market standard”. |
 Rick Renner
rrenner2@sc.rr.com
Rick has been selling real estate for the last four years. Even though his real estate career has been relatively short, Rick has already sold in excess of $8 Million in closed transactions.
Rick has lived in the Columbia area for the last 37 years and he and his wife Becky have raised one son who attended Lexington/ Richland School District Five.
Rick is dedicated to providing exceptional customer service and on- time factual information so his clients can make an informed decision. As a Realtor®, he promises to make your experience with W Realty an enjoyable, lifelong relationship. |
 Celeste Carter
cc@celestecarter.com
Celeste Carter joins W Realty as a Realtor* experienced in working with home buyers as well as home sellers. In the past four years Celeste has successfully handled a variety of real estate transactions representing veteran and first time buyers as well as selling a number of homes and land in the Greater Columbia area. She brings the experience gained from past sales of $2.5 million in real estate transactions to the market today. With an abundance of available homes in this market, Celeste can find you the best home suited for your particular needs. She has previously worked for American General Finance as a financial planner and loan officer as well as for Faulkner/Haynes and Associates as a Sales Coordinator.
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 Lisa Taylor
lisawrealty@windstream.net
Lisa has lived in Lexington for 4 years after moving from Charleston, SC where she lived for 15 years. She was born and raised in Blue Bell, Pennsylvania and attended Temple University with a focus on Finance while also in the real estate business part-time. Lisa owned a bookkeeping firm in Charleston, but closed it when her family moved to the Columbia area after her husband’s architectural firm opened an office in Columbia. The move presented an opportunity to rekindle her interest in real estate.
As a mother of four children in/graduated from Lexington One schools, real estate allows Lisa the flexibility to pursue her real estate career goals and have quality time with her family. Not only does Lisa have the real estate experience, but coupled with her financial experience she can help her clients through all aspects of their real estate transaction. She is honest and hard-working and strives to meet her client’s goals efficiently, whether it is finding your dream home or selling your current home. |
 Amy Yates
amywrealty@gmail.com
803-479-6096
Amy first moved to the Columbia area after graduating high school in 1995. Although a Florida native, Columbia has become her home. After achieving her B.A. in Accounting/Finance, Amy started her career in property management. Amy’s tenure includes work in both hospitality and property management; in which Amy has been extremely successful because of her passion for working with people and exceeding their expectations.
Amy, her husband and daughter reside in the Irmo area. We are very excited about Amy being an integral part of W Realty’s professional real estate team. As with all our staff, Amy is here to listen and assist you in either selling or finding your new dream home. Amy is committed in making your transition a smooth one and with Amy's honesty and loyalty you will be happy you chose W Realty for your real estate needs. |
 Melinda Hodges Ray
mhray111@gmail.com
803-319-8911
Melinda Hodges Ray comes to W Realty excited to help you in your Real Estate Transactions! She is native to the Columbia area growing up in West Columbia, and living in the Ballentine Area for over 20 years. She has successfully raised 3 children in the Lexington/Richland District 5. Her background is in Business Management, Real Estate Sales and Rentals, and Development and Construction. Melinda love for Real Estate and for helping others goes hand in hand. Protecting the clients interest and working hard for the client is my first priority. Her lifelong knowledge of all of the Columbia area gives her the ability to help you Buy or Sell the HOME OF YOUR DREAMS! |
.jpg) Becky Renner
brenner@sc.rr.com
803-312-5948
Becky has been listing and selling real estate for the last five years. She has lived in the Columbia area for the last 22 years where she and husband Rick have raised one son who attended Lexington/ Richland School District Five. Becky brings exceptional insight to W Realty as an investor in Real Estate Properties, along with offering clients Professional Home Staging as an ASP Certified Home Stager. |
 Kathryn Brasington
KBRASINGTON@gmail.com
Kathryn has been an active real estate agent since 2003. She became a real estate agent because she wanted a career that allowed her to be an active mother and volunteer, and all the while, the flexibility to help her clients find their dream home and achieve their real estate goals. Living in the Lexington/West Columbia area her whole life, Kathryn has considerable knowledge of Columbia area Real Estate, schools, and businesses. "I love meeting new people, and whether it be buying or selling, my commitment to client satisfaction is unsurpassed and I will do everything possible to make each real estate transaction as smooth as possible!" Kathryn is married with two children and resides in West Columbia, SC. In her free time she enjoys traveling, couponing, and volunteering in their children's schools. |
 Teresa Welcker
twelcker@yahoo.com
Teresa joins W Realty with over fourteen years of experience as a full time real estate agent. During that time, she has earned her GRI, ASR, & ABR. She has been a resident of Columbia since 1976 and has raised two daughters in the Lexington/Richland 5 school district. Teresa�s main goal is to assist you with the sale of your current home and make the transition into your new home as comfortable as possible. Teresa also has experience working with First Time Buyers. |
 Chris Hayes
chris.m.hayes@hotmail.com
Chris is a born and raised West Columbia and Lexington native, having gone to school in Lexington District 2 and graduated from Brookland-Cayce High School. He has studied at Francis Marion University in Florence, SC and at the University of South Caroline here in Columbia. "Sales has always come natural for me and is something I have a true passion for. I have wonderful knowledge of the greater Columbia area and am very excited to meet and work with new people and provide superb client satisfaction" |
 Karen Pruette
karenwrealty@gmail.com
Karen joined the W Realty team in August 2010 after spending 4 years as a closing coordinator and buyer's agent as well as in marketing and sales for 2 other local real estate companies while gaining the experience needed to obtain her broker's license. Karen has lived, worked, volunteered and raised her 3 children in the Irmo/Columbia area for the past 20 years. She is originally from the Tryon, NC area where her father has been in real estate business for 33 years. Her background also includes several years in the education and advertising fields. |
 Matt Bagnal
mbagnal@yahoo.com
803-920-0600
Matt has been a resident of the Columbia area for more than ten years. He
attended the University of South Carolina, where he majored in History. Matt and
his family make their home in the Irmo area, where they are active members of
their local church. Matt’s hobbies include home improvement projects and lots of
sports. He is a volunteer strength and conditioning coach with the USC football
program. Matt has experience in both residential and commercial construction,
and brings a wealth of knowledge to his role as a W Realty Professional. Matt is
ready to put his knowledge of new construction and the Columbia area to work
for you. |
 Tad Mathias
lmathias001@sc.rr.com
803-603-8465
Tad joined W Realty in December 2010. For the last four years, he and his family have lived in Lexington. His sons attend school in Lexington District One. Tad graduated from West Virginia University with a BS in Business Administration and MS in Industrial Labor Relations. Tad had a successful career with Mylan Technologies for 18 years and held the position of Director of Human Resources prior to relocating to South Carolina. He has experience in purchasing investment property and currently owns several rentals. Tad believes in a four prong approach to meeting your real estate objective: (1) Tad wants to understand your real estate goal. (2) He wants to work with you to develop a plan to meet your goal. (3) He believes in communicating during the entire process to keep you informed. (4) Finally, he will execute the plan to meet your goal. Whether you are looking to buy or sell your personal residence or are interested in investment properties, Tad looks forward to helping you meet your real estate goals. |
 Steve Hood
shood5@gmail.com
803-210-8505
Steve is a lifelong Lexington County resident. He grew up on the shores of Lake Murray and knows the lake by land and water like the back of his hand. He is an avid boater and fisherman. Steve's children are involved in softball and volleyball and he very much enjoys watching them play sports. Along with being a real estate agent Steve is also a licensed custom home builder. He has built homes on and around lake murray and has renovated some of South Carolinas finest homes from the Glassy mountain of the upstate to the coast and KIawah island. Steve would love to help you in any of your real estate transactions. He is dedicated to provide you with the highest level of service so that you can make an informed buying or selling decision. |
