Our Vision & Mission
Our Vision
To be the Lowcountry’s most trusted and community-focused real estate team, empowering families and individuals to achieve their dreams of homeownership while fostering meaningful connections and giving back to the Charleston area.
Our Mission
Our mission is to provide exceptional real estate services with a focus on outstanding customer care and creative problem-solving. With over a decade of experience, we are dedicated to helping families and individuals navigate the home-buying and selling process with ease and confidence. Committed to our Lowcountry roots, we actively support our community through food drives, holiday events, and partnerships with nonprofit organizations, making a lasting impact where we live and work.
Topher Kauffman
Honoring Our Founder, Embracing the Future
That dream began with my late husband, Topher Kauffman, a man whose drive and determination knew no bounds. Topher started as a listing agent, quickly gaining recognition for his ability to handle an extraordinary volume of deals. His success was remarkable but also overwhelming, and that’s when I stepped in.
I took on the administrative and organizational side of the business, allowing Topher to focus on what he did best—delivering exceptional service and building relationships. Together, we established the foundation for a business that thrived on trust, innovation, and an unrelenting pursuit of excellence. As the demand for Topher’s expertise grew, it became clear that we needed additional support to scale his vision.
That’s when Eleanor McPherson joined us, bringing her exceptional organizational skills and expertise in managing transactions. Eleanor’s contributions were instrumental as the company grew rapidly, and she became an integral part of shaping the systems and operations that allowed our team to excel. With her support, we strengthened the foundation of our business, paving the way for us to become one of the top real estate teams in Charleston.
Topher’s vision was expansive and forward-thinking, and he led with a bold, unapologetic style that set him apart. He was often steps ahead of others, always seeking innovative solutions and unafraid to carve his own path when the conventional one wasn’t enough. This relentless drive propelled him to the top of Charleston’s real estate world, where he was recognized not just as a leader but as a trailblazer.
While his strong personality could sometimes be misunderstood, those who truly knew him understood his brilliance, generosity, and unmatched depth of knowledge. With my support, Topher honed his leadership style and created a resilient, knowledgeable, and tight-knit community of agents who thrived under his guidance.
In September 2023, our lives were forever changed by Topher’s passing. It was a loss not only for our family but for the community and team he so passionately built. Yet, his legacy endures—in every agent he mentored, every family he helped, and every innovative idea that transformed the way we approach real estate in Charleston.
Today, I am stepping forward with strength and determination to carry on the legacy we built together. As the co-founder of this company and the architect of its foundation, I am deeply committed to honoring Topher’s vision while guiding our team into an even brighter future. With over a decade of experience, our incredible team remain stronger than ever—united by the principles that defined Topher’s success: innovation, resilience, and a dedication to excellence. This journey has been one of love, perseverance, and purpose. Together, we are not just continuing a business but upholding a legacy—a promise to our clients and our community to always show up with knowledge, integrity, and heart.
Thank you for trusting us as we continue to grow, evolve, and honor Topher’s incredible vision. With strength and gratitude,
Sarita Kauffman
Meet Our team
