From its very beginnings around a dining room table over 30 years ago, Home Advantage Realty has maintained its focus on providing the highest caliber of residential real estate service possible. Meet our leadership team and support team that help make our company run smoothly and efficiently.
Steve has deep roots in the Blythewood area. Born and raised in Blythewood, SC, he has always loved the outdoors and the activities that it offers. That passion has spilled over into his real estate career of over 7 years as a land specialist. With his knowledge and professionalism, he gives his clients, residential and commercial, the opportunity to make the right decision. Before real estate, Steve had a successful career as an architectural representative in window and door sales. This 25-year affiliation in the con...
A Columbia native now living in Lexington, Julia has a broad view of the housing market along with many of the fun activities in the area. Including the tasty restaurants, trampoline parks, coffee shops and all the sports one can handle. Her education in Real Estate allows her to perform her duties effectively. Clients will not have to worry about the process of buying or selling their home due to her diligent nature. She is a mom of two and is happily married. She and her family love spending time playing board games...
Debra Campion has been in the real estate business for thirty-four years. Her career began in Pensacola, Florida in 1987 and continues today in Columbia, SC. Debra has been married for twenty-eight years to her husband, Bill and they have two children, Clark and Natalie. In Debra’s spare time, she enjoys cooking, photography, and gardening. Debra’s experience consists of selling residential, condos, and townhomes. She was also involved in Condo Management, rental, and sales in Pensacola beach. Debra says, “As a R...
As a long-time Columbian, Sofia is passionate about her community. She believes, "wherever you call home becomes the center of your life where memories are made." Sofia is an experienced and enthusiastic businesswoman and Realtor®, who pays attention to your individual style, needs, and budget. Her goal is to meet and exceed your expectations, whether you are a buyer or seller. Having raised her children in Columbia, Sofia has hands on knowledge of the K-12 school districts as well as area colleges. When not worki...
Willkommen im sonnigen South Carolina! Lassen Sie mich Ihnen helfen, Ihr Traumhaus zu finden! This German greeting means "Welcome to sunny South Carolina! Let me help you find your dream house!" Originally from Germany, Juliet brings a unique blend of experience and a genuine passion for helping people to her real estate practice. As a military spouse, she understands the challenges of relocating and is committed to making your transition as smooth as possible. Juliet's promise to you is to help find your dream home...
Lisa Despres has lived in the Columbia area for over 30 years, the last 9 years in Blythewood. She has worked, played, and raised four children here. She and her husband love their 12-acre hobby farm where she enjoys looking out her kitchen window every day and seeing her horses grazing in the pasture. Her family, friends, church, dogs, and horses top her list of favorite things. She and her husband attend Village Church and love the fellowship and community involvement they find there. Her most recent passion is being...
Introducing Kerri Drafts, an accomplished realtor with four years of unwavering dedication to her clients' needs. In 2023, Kerri soared to the top 5 in her company, showcasing her exceptional skills and commitment to excellence. Beyond her professional achievements, Kerri finds her greatest joy in her role as a mother to two adorable toddlers, a girl and a boy, and as a devoted wife to Thomas Drafts. When she's not exceeding expectations in the real estate world, Kerri can be found relishing moments with her family, wh...
My name is Christian Eason, I'm 39 years old from the south side of Chicago, Illinois. I attended Lakeland college where I received my degree. I moved down from the big city of Chicago to Blythewood in 2014, it was a major change in environment, but I immediately fell in love with the country style of living. I started a trucking company which I ran for the past 10 years. In doing so, I felt really good about the fact that I was servicing families and friends by delivering essential goods to their local stores and door...
Eric Flesch is one of our newest members of the team. He is a Combat Veteran and retired Army Officer with many military changes of station -- family moves under his belt. A proud husband and father he has owned, sold, lived on base, and rented homes in SC, NC, and GA. Eric’s first plane ride brought him to SC for Basic Training and this is where he and his family decided to make home after military retirement. He served at and is very familiar with both Shaw, AFB and Ft Jackson and had/has children in both the C...
As an agent who has lived in the Columbia area for over 30 years, Gayle has a deep understanding of the community and its surrounding areas. Born in Iowa, her Dad’s military career took her family to Texas and Germany before finally settling down in Columbia in 1989. Gayle grew up in Forest Acres before moving downtown to get her B.A. in Journalism at the University of SC. She bought her first home in Northeast Columbia in 2003 and moved to Blythewood in 2013, where she currently resides. She and her family are activ...
Idalia was born and raised in the Columbia area. A graduate of Heathwood Hall Episcopal School, she recently graduated from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. With a double major in Global Studies and Geography and a minor in Korean, it is clear Idalia has a passion for learning, especially about other cultures and global affairs. Idalia recently moved back to the Columbia area and is excited to put her communication and interpersonal skills gained while in college to help you find your dream property....
Originally from Mt. Pleasant, South Carolina, Laura Hardy moved to Columbia in 1991 after graduating from Winthrop University. She married her college sweetheart, Brian, in 1992. Laura and Brian have four fabulous boys, a beautiful daughter-in-law and a super-sweet grandson. Laura’s family is actively involved at Village Church in Blythewood in the small group and women’s ministries. Buying or selling a home is one of the largest financial experiences many people encounter. Laura will walk with you through the...