At first glance, we know — we don’t look like your typical Charleston real estate agency.
That’s the point.
At first glance, we know we don’t look like your typical Charleston real estate agency.
That’s the point.
MISSION
At Professor Pelican, we don't just sell homes; we uplift people.
We create real, accessible pathways for buyers, sellers, and agents to learn, work, and build wealth through real estate.
As educators and mentors, we share what others keep complicated.
We replace confusion with clarity, and isolation with collaboration so everyone can make confident, well-guided decisions.
We believe in collaboration, mentorship, and profit with purpose: helping families find homes, helping sellers maximize value, and helping agents build strong, sustainable businesses that give back.
Together we learn, grow, and build enduring wealth one informed step at a time.
MISSION
At Professor Pelican, we don't just sell homes; we uplift people.
We create real, accessible pathways for buyers, sellers, and agents to learn, work, and build wealth through real estate.
As educators and mentors, we share what others keep complicated.
We replace confusion with clarity, and isolation with collaboration so everyone can make confident, well-guided decisions.
We believe in collaboration, mentorship, and profit with purpose: helping families find homes, helping sellers maximize value, and helping agents build strong, sustainable businesses that give back.
Together we learn, grow, and build enduring wealth one informed step at a time.
VISION
We envision a world where knowledge replaces doubt and guidance builds confidence.
A place where homeownership, opportunity, and wealth are not reserved for a few; they are accessible to anyone willing to make the journey.
We exist to awaken the possibility of "home," "stability," and "legacy" in every person.
A strong community in which buyers, sellers, and agents rise together: learning, earning, growing with purpose.
Through knowledge, integrity, and shared support, we help people believe not only in the dream of owning a home but in their power to create it.
VISION
We envision a world where knowledge replaces doubt and guidance builds confidence.
A place where homeownership, opportunity, and wealth are not reserved for a few; they are accessible to anyone willing to make the journey.
We exist to awaken the possibility of "home," "stability," and "legacy" in every person.
A strong community in which buyers, sellers, and agents rise together: learning, earning, growing with purpose.
Through knowledge, integrity, and shared support, we help people believe not only in the dream of owning a home but in their power to create it.
CORE VALUES
1. Make it Make Sense
Real estate shouldn’t feel overwhelming or exclusive.
We communicate clearly, simply, and respectfully making sure every person understands the journey.
If it doesn’t make sense to the flock, we keep refining until clarity takes flight.
2. Wing-to-Wing Support
Pelicans fly farther together.
We mentor, guide, and lift up our clients, our teammates, our partners. No lone birds here.
CORE VALUES
1. Make it Make Sense
Real estate shouldn’t feel overwhelming or exclusive.
We communicate clearly, simply, and respectfully making sure every person understands the journey.
If it doesn’t make sense to the flock, we keep refining until clarity takes flight.
2. Wing-to-Wing Support
Pelicans fly farther together.
We mentor, guide, and lift up our clients, our teammates, our partners. No lone birds here.
3. Fly With Confidence
We lead with courage, clarity, and heart.
We move forward, confident in our sense of knowledge and purpose.
4. Teach the Flight Path
What we learn, we share.
We don't safeguard knowledge; we guide with it so others also get the chance to rise.
5. Purpose-Powered Profit
We earn with intention and integrity.
The wins build nests, support families, strengthen businesses, and create generational lift.
6. Build the Nest, Leave a Legacy
A home is more than a house. Wealth is more than a number. We build stability, roots, and futures-shaping communities that last long after the ink dries.
3. Fly With Confidence
We lead with courage, clarity, and heart.
We move forward, confident in our sense of knowledge and purpose.
4. Teach the Flight Path
What we learn, we share.
We don't safeguard knowledge; we guide with it so others also get the chance to rise.
5. Purpose-Powered Profit
We earn with intention and integrity.
The wins build nests, support families, strengthen businesses, and create generational lift.
6. Build the Nest, Leave a Legacy
A home is more than a house. Wealth is more than a number. We build stability, roots, and futures-shaping communities that last long after the ink dries.
Get Big Break Energy
Louder.
In a market with thousands of active listings, blending in is the fastest way to disappear. True for an agency, and true for your home! We get loud because it works. Strategic, eye-catching marketing gets buyers to stop scrolling, click through, and remember your home.
Bolder.
Our approach combines bold, memorable branding with the tools that give sellers an edge: AI-driven targeting and eye-popping presentation that shows your property at its best—maybe even better than its best!
Smarter
If you’re selling in Summerville, Moncks Corner, Goose Creek, or greater Charleston, our goal is simple — help your home stand out in the right way, to the right buyer, at the right time. We do it smart, and we make it fun! That's the Professor Pelican Promise.
Get Big Break Energy
Louder.
In a market with thousands of active listings, blending in is the fastest way to disappear. True for an agency, and true for your home! We get loud because it works. Strategic, eye-catching marketing gets buyers to stop scrolling, click through, and remember your home.
Bolder.
Our approach combines bold, memorable branding with the tools that give sellers an edge: AI-driven targeting and eye-popping presentation that shows your property at its best—maybe even better than its best!
If you’re selling in Summerville, Moncks Corner, Goose Creek, or greater Charleston, our goal is simple — help your home stand out in the right way, to the right buyer, at the right time. We do it smart, and we make it fun! That's the Professor Pelican Promise.
Professor Pelican's FAQs
How much do I need for a down payment on a home?
The amount you need for a down payment depends on the type of loan and your financial situation. While 20% is a common benchmark, many buyers put down less—some conventional loans allow as little as 3%, and FHA loans require just 3.5%.
What’s the difference between pre-qualification and pre-approval?
Pre-qualification is an estimate of what you may be able to borrow, while pre-approval is a verified commitment from a lender based on your financial documents.
How does my credit score affect my mortgage rate?
A higher credit score usually means you’ll qualify for a lower mortgage rate, while a lower score can come with a higher rate.
What are closing costs, and how much should I expect to pay?
Closing costs are the fees and expenses you pay to finalize your home purchase, and they typically range from about 2% to 5% of the loan amount.
How long does the homebuying process usually take?
The homebuying process usually takes 30 to 60 days from when your offer is accepted to closing, though timelines can vary.
Can I buy a home if I’m self-employed or have irregular income?
Yes, you can buy a home if you’re self-employed or have irregular income, but you’ll usually need to provide extra documentation to show stable earnings.
What’s included in my monthly mortgage payment?
Your monthly mortgage payment typically includes the loan principal, interest, property taxes, and homeowners insurance (often called PITI).
What is a 2-1 buydown, and how does it work?
A 2-1 buydown is a temporary financing option where your interest rate is reduced by 2% the first year and 1% the second year, before returning to the full rate in year three.
Who pays for the 2-1 buydown—the buyer, the seller, or the lender?
A 2-1 buydown can be paid for by the buyer, the seller as a concession, or sometimes the lender as part of a special program.
Professor Pelican's FAQs
How much do I need for a down payment on a home?
The amount you need for a down payment depends on the type of loan and your financial situation. While 20% is a common benchmark, many buyers put down less—some conventional loans allow as little as 3%, and FHA loans require just 3.5%.
What’s the difference between pre-qualification and pre-approval?
Pre-qualification is an estimate of what you may be able to borrow, while pre-approval is a verified commitment from a lender based on your financial documents.
How does my credit score affect my mortgage rate?
A higher credit score usually means you’ll qualify for a lower mortgage rate, while a lower score can come with a higher rate.
What are closing costs, and how much should I expect to pay?
Closing costs are the fees and expenses you pay to finalize your home purchase, and they typically range from about 2% to 5% of the loan amount.
How long does the homebuying process usually take?
The homebuying process usually takes 30 to 60 days from when your offer is accepted to closing, though timelines can vary.
Can I buy a home if I’m self-employed or have irregular income?
Yes, you can buy a home if you’re self-employed or have irregular income, but you’ll usually need to provide extra documentation to show stable earnings.
What’s included in my monthly mortgage payment?
Your monthly mortgage payment typically includes the loan principal, interest, property taxes, and homeowners insurance (often called PITI).
What is a 2-1 buydown, and how does it work?
A 2-1 buydown is a temporary financing option where your interest rate is reduced by 2% the first year and 1% the second year, before returning to the full rate in year three.
Who pays for the 2-1 buydown—the buyer, the seller, or the lender?
A 2-1 buydown can be paid for by the buyer, the seller as a concession, or sometimes the lender as part of a special program.
Professor Pelican
Professor Pelican
