What to Know About Buying or Selling a Home With Keller Williams DRIVE

The Yukich Group at Keller Williams DRIVE handles residential real estate across South Carolina

The Yukich Group is a real estate team operating under the Keller Williams DRIVE franchise, which serves South Carolina buyers and sellers. The team works with residential properties—single-family homes, condos, and investment properties—and handles the full transaction from listing to closing. If you are buying or selling a home in South Carolina, understanding how a real estate team operates and what services they typically provide can help you decide whether to work with an agent.

Real estate agents in South Carolina must hold a current license issued by the South Carolina Real Estate Commission. Keller Williams is a national franchise, and DRIVE is one of its regional offices. The Yukich Group operates as part of that office, meaning the team follows both Keller Williams systems and South Carolina state law governing real estate transactions.

Key Takeaways

• The Yukich Group is a residential real estate team within Keller Williams DRIVE, licensed to buy and sell homes across South Carolina.
• Real estate agents in South Carolina must hold a license from the South Carolina Real Estate Commission and follow state disclosure and contract laws.
• A real estate team typically handles marketing, showings, negotiations, and coordination with inspectors, appraisers, and lenders during the transaction.
• Commissions and fees vary by transaction and should be discussed in writing before you sign any agreement.
• You can contact the South Carolina Real Estate Commission if you have a complaint about an agent's conduct or licensing status.

What a real estate team does during a home sale

When you list a home with a real estate agent, the agent typically handles marketing the property, scheduling and conducting showings, and presenting offers to you. The agent also coordinates with the buyer's agent, negotiates terms, and manages the timeline from offer acceptance through closing. This includes working with title companies, home inspectors, appraisers, and lenders to move the transaction forward.

The agent does not make the final decisions—you do. You decide whether to accept an offer, what repairs to make after an inspection, and whether to accept the final terms. The agent advises based on market conditions and experience but cannot force any outcome. Similarly, the agent does not hold your money; a title company or escrow account holds earnest money and down payments until closing.

What a real estate team does during a home purchase

When you are buying a home, an agent typically shows you properties that match your criteria, explains the local market and neighborhood conditions, and helps you understand what a competitive offer looks like in your area. The agent prepares and submits your offer, negotiates on your behalf if the seller counters, and coordinates inspections and appraisals once your offer is accepted.

The buyer's agent also works with your lender to ensure the appraisal and title search move forward on schedule. However, the agent does not make your financing decisions—your lender does. The agent cannot tell you whether to waive an inspection or appraisal contingency; that is your choice based on your risk tolerance and financial situation. The agent's role is to explain what each option means and what similar homes in the area have sold for.

How real estate commissions work in South Carolina

Real estate commissions are negotiable and not set by law or by Keller Williams. The seller typically pays commission, which is then split between the seller's agent and the buyer's agent. The exact percentage varies by transaction and by agreement. Commission is paid only if the sale closes; if the deal falls through, no commission is owed.

Before you sign a listing agreement or buyer's agreement, the agent must provide the terms in writing, including any commission or fees. You should read this document carefully and ask questions about anything unclear. If you are unhappy with the terms, you can negotiate them or choose to work with a different agent.

South Carolina real estate laws and disclosures

South Carolina law requires sellers to disclose known defects in the property using a specific form. The seller must also disclose whether the property is in a flood zone, whether it has been damaged by fire or water, and whether there are any liens or judgments against it. These disclosures protect buyers by ensuring they have material information before making an offer.

Buyers in South Carolina have the right to a home inspection period, typically 10 days, during which they can hire an inspector to examine the property. If the inspection reveals problems, the buyer can ask the seller to repair them, offer a credit, or renegotiate the price. The buyer can also walk away from the deal during the inspection period without losing the earnest money deposit, though the specific terms depend on the contract language.

Licensing and complaints in South Carolina

All real estate agents in South Carolina must hold an active license issued by the South Carolina Real Estate Commission. You can verify an agent's license status on the Commission's website by searching the agent's name. The Commission also handles complaints about agent conduct, including failure to disclose material facts, misrepresentation, or violations of the state's real estate laws.

If you have a concern about an agent's conduct, you can file a complaint with the South Carolina Real Estate Commission. The Commission investigates complaints and can take disciplinary action, including suspending or revoking a license. Filing a complaint does not cost money and does not require you to hire a lawyer, though you can choose to do so.

Questions to ask before working with a real estate team

Before you commit to working with the Yukich Group or any real estate team, ask about their experience in your neighborhood or price range, how they market properties, what technology they use, and how often they communicate with clients. Ask whether they represent buyers, sellers, or both, and whether they have any conflicts of interest if they represent both sides of a transaction.

Ask for references from past clients and take time to read online reviews, keeping in mind that reviews are subjective. Ask about their commission structure and any additional fees. Ask what happens if you want to end the agreement early. Getting answers to these questions in writing before you sign anything protects you and sets clear expectations.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I know if a real estate agent is licensed in South Carolina?

Visit the South Carolina Real Estate Commission website and search the agent's name in the license verification tool. The search will show whether the license is active, inactive, or expired. You can also ask the agent directly for their license number and verify it yourself.

Can I work with a real estate agent without signing a contract?

You can view properties with an agent informally, but once you make an offer or list a property, the agent will ask you to sign an agreement. This agreement specifies the agent's duties, the commission or fee, and how long the agreement lasts. Read it carefully before signing.

What happens if I want to stop working with my agent?

The terms for ending an agreement depend on what you signed. Some agreements allow you to end them with written notice; others have specific conditions. Review your agreement or ask the agent what the cancellation terms are. If you believe the agent has violated the agreement or state law, you can file a complaint with the South Carolina Real Estate Commission.

Do I have to use the same agent to buy and sell?

No. You can work with different agents for buying and selling, or you can work with the same agent for both. If you work with the same agent, disclose this to the agent in writing so there is no confusion about representation and potential conflicts of interest.

What if I disagree with my agent about the price or terms?

The agent advises based on market data and experience, but you make the final decision. If you disagree strongly, discuss your concerns with the agent and ask them to explain their reasoning. If you remain uncomfortable, you can end the agreement and work with a different agent.