Hi, I’m Lauren Fournier, and my greatest passion as a real estate agent is helping families find their perfect home in South Carolina. Finding the right home is no small feat, but it’s a journey I take to heart. I dedicate myself to each client, working with grace and tenacity to match them with the beautiful, relaxing home they’ve been dreaming of in the elegant communities I serve.
As a native South Carolinian, I grew up in Little River, SC, and have always loved the picturesque coasts of my home state. Like many of my clients, I’m an avid golfer, and my journey in sales began at just 16 years old. After years in sales, I saw an opportunity to transition into real estate in 2016, and I joyfully jumped into the world of course-side properties. I understand my clients’ desires, especially those looking for a home that complements a golfcentered lifestyle. In fact, I met my husband on the golf course, and after ten years of marriage, we now share two wonderful children.
What I love most about my work is building genuine relationships with people. I take the time to get to know each client personally to understand their goals and vision for their dream home in South Carolina. My clients describe me as kind, hardworking, and always willing to go the extra mile. Whether it’s marketing a home, preparing for a showing, or ensuring a listing is perfect before photography, I am committed to making the process seamless and successful.
Today, I specialize in luxury homes throughout coastal South Carolina, with a focus on the Grand Strand. I strive to help people understand that luxury is not a price point but an experience to remember.
I live in Pawleys Island and enjoy everything this beautiful area has to offer— breathtaking beaches, boating, and incredible local dining. When I’m not selling homes or on the golf course, you’ll find me raising my children, hanging out with friends, and enjoying life on the water with my family.
If you’re looking to buy or sell a home in Pawleys Island, Murrells Inlet, or the greater Georgetown, SC area, I would love to help. Let’s connect, and I’ll passionately pursue your real estate goals with dedication and care!
Lauren Fournier
What My CLIENTS SAY
We were looking for a second home and Lauren was great to work with. She got to know us and what we wanted. She researched properties for us and only presented ones that she knew we would want to see. Lauren is very personable and great to work with. She ensured that we were happy with our choice and walked us through each of step of ownership. I would highly recommend Lauren as your best choice of agent.
I cannot recommend Lauren enough!! She is HANDS DOWN the best realtor I’ve ever worked with. From our first meeting, she was so knowledgeable, punctual and kind. Her hard work led to a quick sale of my home with a cash buyer and her support throughout the process was incredible. She was always available to answer my questions and kept me informed every step of the way. She is not just someone at her job, she is dedicated to her craft and exceeds all levels of expectation. I couldn’t be happier with my experience. If you want a realtor who will go above and beyond for you, she is the one to call! “
Lauren recently sold our property in DeBordieu. She was a rockstar to work with. Lauren met any challenges involving negotiations with an incredible attitude and a determination to make it work. She helped us determine what we needed to do to stage the house so it would sell quickly, and it did! “
Our experience with Lauren Fournier was exemplary! As our former residence was under contract, we were under pressure to find a new place in short order and were focused on Pawleys Island. Lauren went out of her way to swiftly get us a viewing of our first choice. From that day till closing, she was professional, knowledgeable, and, most importantly to us, personable. We highly recommend her.
I Do Real Estate DIFFERENTLY
I have one goal: To give you an elevated full service client experience! With years of real estate experience, I will bring you a fresh, modern, and forward-thinking experience that will make you a client for life.
COMMITTED SERVICE
I promise to give you the level of service you deserve starting on the day you put your faith in me to sell your property. My team is committed to providing you with the very best in professional and individualized service.
MANAGING DIFFICULT CONVERSATIONS
When selling a house negotiating is required. Don’t worry! I am your mentor and liaison throughout the whole process. I will handle negotiating pricing modifications, and help you secure and schedule necessary repairs.
BEHIND YOU
As your seller’s agent, I will be looking out for your best interest, as it is their fiduciary responsibility. With my knowledge of the local market and a sound understanding of what amenities and upgrades bring value to your home, we will make sure to price your home competitively and gain you the most amount of money in the shortest period of time.
ONGOING COMMUNICATION
We will go over the specifics of how I operate and what you may anticipate working with me. Rest assured you will be kept up to date on all that is happening thanks to my regular communication.
PROBLEM SOLVER
Throughout the entire home-selling process, I will make every effort to safeguard your interests and handle any problems that might come up. Making the process of selling your house as enjoyable and stress-free as possible.
HOME SELLING PROCESS Sarah Smith
L O G O From Listing to Closing: MY HOME SELLING PROCESS
1.MEET WITH ME
• Discuss your needs
• Research CMAs
• Set a competitive list price
5.SHOWINGS
• Ensure home is ready for showings
• Receive feedback from agents
• Schedule open houses
9.REPAIRS
• Likely some small repairs will need to be made after inspections.
• Review my list of recommended vendors if needed
6. RECEIVE AN OFFER
2.PREPARE TO LIST
• Deep clean & declutter
• Make needed repairs
• Focus on curb appeal
• Stage home
3.IMAGERY
• Professional photo session
• Professional video session
• Professional drone session
• Each offer is presented and we will discuss the benefits & risks of each offer
10.CLOSING
• Final walk-through
• Sign closing documents
7.NEGOTIATE
• Most offers require negotiating either before or after inspections. I will negotiate on your behalf.
• You can accept, counter, or deny an offer
4.MARKETING
• Online marketing
• Social media
• Signage
• Flyers
8.INSPECTIONS & APPRAISAL
• I will work with the buyer's agent to coordinate and schedule an inspection & appraisal These are both ordered by the buyer.
My commitment to you also includes the expertise of my trusted real estate partner.
Meet Megan Grant
Real Estate Advisor
A Hartsville native, Megan Porter Grant has an extensive background in sales and a deep appreciation for all things Southeastern. A graduate of Wake Forest University, she returned home to manage her family’s business, the long-standing local gem, Minnie’s Giftique. There, she excelled in customer relations, trained staff in exceptional service, and played a key role in preserving the store’s reputation as a Pee Dee staple.
In 2018, Megan earned her real estate license and joined Coldwell Banker Deborah Gandy, spending four years pursuing real estate while staying connected to her community through the family business. She found fulfillment in guiding clients through the home buying and selling process while building meaningful relationships.
Though Hartsville was home, Megan spent much of the last decade in Pawleys Island, where her husband, Kevin Stump Grant, is a respected hunting and fishing guide. In 2022, she and her daughter, Claire, made the move to the coast full-time, embracing the Lowcountry lifestyle.
Since then, she has gained valuable experience working with Peace Vacations, Peace Sotheby’s and Get Carried Away Market & Catering , further immersing herself in the coastal community and deepening her real estate expertise. Currently, she is employed with Jeffers Gardner’s local plumbing business, Mr. Water Heater of the Carolinas, finding joy meeting so many of the residents and broadening her knowledge of the area.
Now back in real estate at Peace Sotheby’s, Megan is excited to work alongside Sales Associate Lauren Fournier. With Lauren’s extensive coastal market knowledge and Megan’s dedication to exceptional service, they are committed to helping clients find their perfect home or investment property.
Preparing to...
STEP ONE: DEEP CLEAN
Before you can really tackle all the things that need to be done before selling your home, you need to have a good look at what you are dealing with! Which means a thorough deep cleaning. A deep clean reaches areas of the home that typically are done with normal cleaning.
STEP TWO: DECLUTTER
Buyers have a hard time picturing themselves living in someone elses home when there is a lot of clutter or distraction. It’s no secret that the hardest part of the decluttering process is getting started. Dive in by taking one room, or even a portion of one room, at a time. Shred or recycle paper. Donate duplicate household items, and old clothing, toys, and books. A buyer may find it more difficult to picture living in your home if there are many personal objects and pictures on display. Consider storing family photos, and any political or religious items until you can proudly display them again in your new house.
STEP THREE: COMPLETE REPAIRS
The time has come to address all of those troublesome concerns that you have been putting off. Look for signs of wear and tear inside the home. Look for stained or broken surfaces and walls or ceilings that need to be painted. Make a list of everything you see, then choose what to work on first. I can help you decide what has to be done and what doesn’t.
STEP FOUR: NEUTRALIZE
A coat of fresh paint can make a world of difference! Use neutral colors if you decide to paint the interior of your home. Loud paint colors are a very personal choice, and often distract the buyers from the great things about the room. Neutral colors allow your prospective buyers to easily picture their belongings in your home.
STEP FIVE: REMOVE SCUFF MARKS
So you are not up for undertaking a full-scale paint job? Pay close attention to cleaning and then touching up baseboards, walls, and doors to make the property glisten and look well-maintained. Using an eraser pad can make a world of a difference on scuffed walls and baseboards!
STEP SIX: CREATE A WARM ENTRYWAY
A home’s entry is also an important first impression. Create your own entryway if your home does not have one. To prevent clutter, have plenty of baskets for storage, or purchase a simple entryway organizer. Place a comfortable bench, and place some hooks to hang bags and outerwear.
LIST YOUR HOME
STEP SEVEN: REARRANGE FURNITURE
A home is meant to be lived in and so we often arrange our furniture for that. When it’s time to sell the goal is to arrange your furniture to make your space look at big and as open as possible. You may need to remove some pieces so that your spaces don’t look over crowded. Move furniture away from the walls to open a room.
STEP EIGHT: UPGRADE LIGHTING
Replace out-of-date and obsolete lamps and other lighting fixtures with more modern ones. Be sure that lightbulb lighting matches throughout the home. This inexpensive modification can have a big impact and will aid in the sale of your house.
STEP NINE: PET ISSUES
We love our furry friends! However, selling a home with pets can be a challenge. While you might consider them part of the family, not everyone agrees. Make sure to pick up all pet bowls, beds, and toys. Avoid using scented candles or perfumed goods to merely cover up scents. Strong perfumes can be irritating to certain people and don’t get rid of the odor altogether. Instead, use pet-specific deodorizers or enzyme cleansers to neutralize odors.
STEP TEN: EXTERIOR
The outside of your home is the first impression of your home. Make sure the exterior of your home is in tip-top shape so that possible buyers will want to take a look inside. Pay close attention to your siding, gutters, and windows, and make sure they look fresh and clean. Make sure the roof is in good condition. Nothing turns a buyer away faster than a leaky roof. Take care of any repairs to your fence if there are broken pickets.
STEP ELEVEN: CURB APPEAL
Catch a buyer’s attention by making sure walkways are clear, landscaping is freshly mulched, plants are freshly placed by the door and a colorful welcome mat welcomes them. All of these things help create a sense of home to prospective buyers.
STEP TWELVE: GATHER PAPERWORK
Being prepared is the key to a smooth sale. Having said that, don’t forget to have the house’s paperwork prepared and organized. Homeowners insurance information, loan information, property tax statements, appliance warranties, and any other information regarding the property are some of the documents that a seller will need when selling a home.
SUCCESSFULLY Marketing Your Home
Competitive Market Analysis
Prepare an in depth expert analysis of recently closed comparable sales and competing active inventory to optimally price your home.
High Definition Video Production
Provide a video walk through of your home, including drone footage that can be utilized in Google Ads on YouTube and social Reels.
Professional Photography
Provide professional listing photos for optimal presentation in online and print media, delivering high quality images to showcase your home.
Elevated Property Signage
Prominently place elevated signage on the property with large, bold lettering for maximum visibility and impact.
Custom Print Brochure & Postcard
In house designed custom brochures and postcards of your property with QR codes linking directly to your home on our website.
Property Performance Updates
You’ll see results as they unfold with data on the traffic to your listing, detailing online traffic from various websites and actions taken.
Organic & Paid Social Media
Leverage social media opportunities to generate exposure for your listing among our robust network of client, colleagues, and community.
Ongoing Feedback & Support
Provide showing feedback from agents and prospective buyers and be your trusted advisor throughout the entire process.
Proper Listing Price
Pricing a home correctly is the number one factor in getting it sold in a timely fashion for the most money possible. Using a comparative market analysis (CMA) is the best bet for setting your price correctly the first time. Using this CMA, we will research sold properties in your area and determine the best listing price for your home. When a home is priced correctly the first time it generally sells quickly as there are buyers who see its value and jump at the chance to see it, hopefully creating a multiple offer situation. A home gets the most traffic when it is first listed so the first listing price is crucial to capturing all those buyers attention.
THE PROBLEM WITH LISTING TOO HIGH
PROBLEM ONE: EXCLUSION
Inflating the value of your home inadvertently could exclude your property from online search results to those that would be able and willing to pay you the actual value for your home.
PROBLEM TWO: APPEAR DISTRESSED
Due to a lack of interest you may have to later drop the price and now your house appears to be a distressed property.
PROBLEM
THREE: APPRAISAL
Even if you are successful in finding someone to pay more for your house, you still need to go through the appraisal process so your buyers can secure financing. If the appraisal comes back with a much lower figure, the buyers will have difficulty obtaining a loan because lenders won’t pay over-market prices. Your whole deal could fall through because your listing price was too high
DOES DETERMINE the price of your home
• market condition
• comparable sales
• current inventory
• property features
• exposure
• location
• condition
DOES NOT DETERMINE the price of your home
• what you paid for the home
• what online sites think it is worth
• what you need to make on the home
Our Brand, Your Advantage
Through Necessity Peace Sotheby’s International Realty was Born
Peace Sotheby’s International Realty was established in 2016 through the merger of three prestigious real estate firms in the South Carolina area: DeBordieu Colony Real Estate, The Tidelands Company, and Prince George Sotheby’s International Realty. Founded by brothers Hampton and Perry Peace, who grew up along the South Carolina coast, the firm has built a strong reputation by affiliating with Sotheby’s International Realty. This partnership enables Peace Sotheby’s International Realty to provide clients with unparalleled local expertise and experience, complemented by global exposure through Sotheby’s International Realty’s extensive network of luxury real estate professionals worldwide.
Strategically positioned with offices in DeBordieu Colony, Pawleys Island, and North Myrtle Beach, our team is uniquely positioned to serve home buyers and sellers across The Palmetto State’s coastal regions. This strategic placement ensures that we can offer comprehensive real estate services tailored to the unique needs of our diverse clientele, whether they are looking to buy or sell properties in these exclusive coastal communities.
