Business Details
11 Years
experience
Charleston Real Estate for Medical Professionals
The Pulse Charleston was founded in 2015 by Stacey Boucher and Lara Harpe to provide specialized real estate services for medical professionals relocating to the Charleston area. Our team of nine Realtors offers expertise in 100% financing physician mortgage loan programs, including Doctor Loans tailored for Residents, Fellows, and Attendings/Faculty. We have built the largest network of past clients at the Medical University of South Carolina and Roper St. Francis, earning the trust of the Lowcountry medical community through exceptional service. Our independent brokerage model allows greater flexibility, faster response times, and comprehensive marketing solutions for both buyers and sellers.We maintain a national Realtor referral network and rebate program to assist clients relocating outside the area while ensuring seamless transactions locally. Our team has handled real estate transactions across Charleston's historic downtown, barrier islands, and surrounding communities, earning recognition through Realtor of Distinction awards and consistent top-producer status in the Charleston-metro area. We combine deep local knowledge with specialized expertise in medical professional relocations, offering personalized guidance through every stage of the real estate process.
Services
Doctor Loan Program
Medical Professional Relocation
Residential Sales
Investment Property Sales
New Construction Sales
Details
- Year established: 2015
Highlights and features
- We offer 100% financing Doctor Loan programs for medical professionals
- Our team has built the largest network of medical client referrals in Charleston
- We provide 24/7 personalized client support throughout the transaction process
- Our agents have specialized expertise in Charleston's historic downtown market
- We maintain a national Realtor referral network for out-of-area transactions
What people say
Amazing service
Thorough and speedy
Answered all questions
Honest and transparent
Made process easy
Services
Doctor Loan Program
Our Doctor Loan Program provides specialized mortgage solutions for medical professionals with 100% financing options. This program accommodates Residents, Fellows, and Attendings/Faculty, excluding student loan debt from debt-to-income ratios while considering future income potential. We work with multiple lenders to offer competitive rates and flexible terms tailored to physicians' unique financial situations.
Medical Professional Relocation
We specialize in relocation services for medical professionals transitioning to the Charleston area. Our comprehensive support includes property search, market analysis, and transaction management tailored to healthcare professionals' schedules and needs. Our team's deep understanding of Charleston's medical community ensures smooth transitions for physicians establishing new practices.
Residential Sales
Our residential sales services cover Charleston's diverse neighborhoods from historic downtown to barrier islands. We offer targeted marketing strategies, pricing analysis, and negotiation expertise for sellers while helping buyers find properties matching their lifestyle needs. Our local market knowledge spans all price points and property types across the Lowcountry region.
Investment Property Sales
We provide specialized guidance for investment property transactions in Charleston's rental market. Our services include market analysis, cash flow projections, and property management connections for investors seeking vacation homes or long-term rentals. We leverage our local expertise to identify properties with strong appreciation and rental potential.
New Construction Sales
Our new construction sales expertise covers Charleston's latest developments and custom home opportunities. We connect buyers with reputable builders, explain warranty terms, and negotiate upgrades while helping sellers understand new construction competition in their market area. Our team includes agents with direct experience in new home sales for major builders.
People
Stacey Boucher
Broker/Co-Owner/Realtor
Stacey Boucher co-founded The Pulse Charleston after developing deep local market knowledge. She specializes in anticipating client needs during transitions, excelling in research and negotiations. A former Ohio resident, she now embraces Charleston living with her family while maintaining her Ohio sports team loyalties.
Lara Harpe
Broker/Co-Owner/Realtor
Lara Harpe brings extensive Lowcountry market knowledge and a passion for historic homes. Her outgoing personality eases transaction stress while maintaining deep expertise in Charleston's price per square foot metrics. A University of South Carolina graduate, she actively promotes Charleston's #1 friendliness ranking.
Helene Barrett
Realtor
Helene Barrett specializes in first-time home buyers after transitioning from medical sales. She combines attention to detail with compassionate negotiation skills. A Hilton Head native, she enjoys water activities and Charleston events when not assisting clients.
Alexandra Moss
Realtor
Alexandra Moss brings eight years of new construction sales experience from Pulte Homes. She specializes in luxury homes and new developments while balancing family life with her husband and son in Mt. Pleasant. Her background includes leading Charleston's highest transactional dollar volume teams.
Natasha Viswanathan
Realtor
Natasha Viswanathan leverages customer service expertise from Apple retail and new construction sales. A Lowcountry native with global experience, she combines technical real estate knowledge with personalized client solutions. She holds a business degree from Emory University's Goizueta Business School.
Questions
What is the Doctor Loan Program?
The Doctor Loan Program offers 100% financing mortgages specifically for medical professionals, excluding student loan debt from debt ratios and considering future income potential.
Should medical professionals rent or buy in Charleston?
Owning is currently more cost-effective than renting in most Charleston areas, with home prices projected to increase 2.3% annually through 2025.
What mortgage rates can physicians expect?
Current physician loan rates start at 5.9% for 30-year fixed mortgages, with adjustable rate options available through multiple lending partners.
How does Charleston's real estate market compare nationally?
Charleston's market combines historic charm with modern growth, offering diverse neighborhoods from downtown historic homes to beachfront properties across five barrier islands.
What services do you offer for out-of-area transactions?
We maintain a national Realtor referral network and rebate program to assist clients buying or selling property outside the Charleston area.
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