Today we’d like to introduce you to Wendy Gant
Hi Wendy, we’re thrilled to have a chance to learn your story today. So, before we get into specifics, maybe you can briefly walk us through how you got to where you are today?
I was born and raised in the small town of Elizabeth, West Virginia, I grew up on a working farm, and in a Christian home, with big dreams beyond my rural community. College wasn’t financially possible full-time, so I worked while taking evening classes at West Virginia University-Parkersburg. To help fund my education, I entered local pageants, which ultimately honed my confidence, interview skills, and stage presence—skills that later proved invaluable in my career.
Years later, now married, I re-entered the pageant world and won the title of Mrs. West Virginia America 1998, traveling across the country as a state representative. Meanwhile, my professional life evolved—I explored different jobs, pursued higher education, and eventually found myself at a crossroads after 9/11. Seeking a fresh start, my husband and I pointed to Charleston, South Carolina, on a map, packed up, and moved in 2002.
I began my career in mortgage lending and it quickly took off, leading me to the real estate world. In 2005, I decided I wanted to become a real estate agent and attained my SC Realtor license. By 2009, I truly wanted to own my own company, so in 2009 I studied, tested and attained my brokers license. Shortly after, I launched my own boutique real estate company—right in the midst of the financial crisis. It was tough, but through faith and perseverance, I built a thriving business, balancing it with motherhood. My children, Cole and Callie, who were still very young, were part of the journey, riding along to showings and meetings as I built my real estate brand.
In 2022, life took another dramatic turn. A difficult divorce and long custody battle pushed me to the lowest point I had ever known. But from that struggle and lots of early morning devotions and prayers, there came a revelation: “What if I could help others navigate one of the most difficult transitions of their lives—divorce and real estate? This niche is vastly underserved…what happens to people who aren’t licensed when real property and family law intersect?” I truly believed I had found my calling in life. This was my purpose and why I had to go through all of the difficult, unpredicted twists and turns of this horrible season in my life.
Appreciate you sharing that. What should we know about A New Beginning Realty Group?
At A New Beginning Realty Group, I specialize in both traditional real estate and divorce real estate, offering clients expert guidance through life’s major transitions. Recognizing a critical gap in real estate, I pursued certification as a Certified Divorce Real Estate Expert (CDRE) through the elite Ilumni Institute (only 1% of Realtors nationwide hold this designation). In over 40 hours of intensive training, I gained in-depth knowledge of the legal, financial, and emotional complexities of divorce home sales. Courses included:
- The Anatomy of Divorce
- Divorce Court 101
- Ethics of CDREs
- The Landscape of Divorce Finance
- Communicate with Power
- How to Sell a House in Conflict
This on-going training, continues to equip me to serve as a neutral, third party in divorce-related home sales. I work closely with attorneys and mediators to ensure a smooth process while helping clients move forward and try to regain their lives again.
“Recognizing the complexities and challenges of divorce, I have built a triage team—a network of legal, financial, counseling, and lending professionals—to provide clients with additional support. This team serves as a lifeline, connecting them with the resources they need to navigate this journey more effectively.”
Before we go, is there anything else you can share with us?
Every day, I commit to upholding the highest standards in real estate and divorce home sales, ensuring I am a well-informed, top-producing agent known for excellence and integrity serving Charleston, Berkeley and Dorchester counties.
With over 20 years of experience and numerous industry certifications, I am committed to continuous education to better serve my clients. My credentials include:
- CDRE (Certified Divorce Real Estate Expert)
- CRS (Certified Residential Specialist)
- CNE (Certified Negotiation Expert)
- PSA (Pricing Strategy Advisor)
- SFR (Short Sales and Foreclosure Specialist)
- ABR (Accredited Buyer Representative)
These designations represent hundreds of hours of advanced real estate training, allowing me to navigate complex transactions with expertise and professionalism.
With 70% of divorces involving property disputes, I strive to be a neutral, ethical, and highly skilled resource, ensuring a smooth process for all parties involved. Whether handling traditional transactions or guiding divorcing couples through home sales, I bring expert negotiation skills, empathy, and unwavering professionalism to every client.
When I started this new company and designation, “I had no idea what it would become. 2024 was my strongest year yet, and I could not have done it without my faith in Jesus and the blessings He has bestowed on my life, and I know I’m just getting started!”
Whether buying, selling, or facing a complex real estate situation, my mission is clear: To provide expertise, compassion and to guide individuals through life’s transitions with confidence and clarity—because every fresh start begins with A New Beginning.
Contact Info:
- Website: https://www.anewbeginningrealestate.com
- Instagram: @soldbyWendy7
- Facebook: A New Beginning Realty Group, LLC
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/wendy-gant-a457b92a9
