Charlotte’s Real Estate Scene Grows with Exciting New Acquisition in South Carolina
Charlotte is buzzing with news as the city’s largest residential real estate agency, Allen Tate Realtors, has announced a significant expansion into South Carolina’s Low Country. This thrilling development comes through the acquisition of The Alliance Group Realty, a well-established player in the region with offices nestled in Hilton Head Island and Bluffton.
A New Chapter for The Alliance Group Realty
Founded in 2011 by Bob Clarkson, The Alliance Group Realty began its journey as an unaffiliated brokerage. Since then, it has blossomed into a leading real estate firm in the Hilton Head-Bluffton area, housing over 70 skilled agents and employees. In 2023 alone, Alliance closed 260 transactions, achieving a remarkable sales total of $140 million, which speaks volumes about its standing in the local market.
As part of this acquisition, Clarkson will continue his journey with the company as the area manager and broker in charge. With more than 45 years of experience in the real estate industry, his expertise will surely play a vital role in integrating the new business into the Allen Tate family.
What’s in a Name?
With this exciting merger, The Alliance Group Realty will now carry the tagline “A Howard Hanna Tate Company.” This change reflects their fresh identity while still maintaining their much-loved local aura. The integration into Howard Hanna | Allen Tate is expected to be completed by the end of 2025, marking a new era of collaborative success.
The Big Picture for Allen Tate Realtors
Allen Tate Realtors has a rich history, having been established in 1957 by the late H. Allen Tate Jr. In 2023, they closed a staggering 16,665 transactions, bringing in a sales volume of $7.5 billion. With 675 full-time agents in the Charlotte area and over 1,800 Realtors across their broad footprint, Allen Tate is a powerhouse in the Carolinas. Their services extend not just in Charlotte but also through the Triad, Triangle, Highland/Cashiers, and up to the beautiful Asheville/Mountain areas, as well as into parts of South Carolina like the Upstate and Low Country.
A Stellar Partnership
In 2018, Allen Tate partnered with Howard Hanna Real Estate Services, creating the nation’s largest privately owned residential real estate firm. This partnership has allowed both companies to retain ownership of their individual firms while benefiting from a united organizational structure. Howard Hanna boasts over 500 offices across 13 states, providing a broad array of services including real estate, mortgage, insurance, title, and escrow.
With over 15,000 sales associates and employees, Howard Hanna has a robust workforce that, when combined with Allen Tate’s talented agents, promises to deliver an unbeatable real estate experience.
Looking Toward the Future
This acquisition of The Alliance Group Realty is a key step in Allen Tate’s strategic plan to deepen its roots in the South Carolina market. As the companies work to integrate their operations, clients can expect a blend of local insight and the extensive resources that a larger firm like Allen Tate offers.
For both the team at Allen Tate and the residents of the Low Country, this merger spells exciting times ahead. Whether you’re looking to buy a cozy beach house in Bluffton or wanting to sell a property in Beaufort, the combined expertise of these two stellar real estate firms ensures clients will receive top-notch service.
As this new chapter unfolds, Charlotte and the Low Country can look forward to an even more vibrant real estate market, fueled by the ambitious and talented teams of Allen Tate and The Alliance Group Realty.
