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About Harbor City:
Christopher T. Cunniffe
| Ron Cole | Jose
D. Hernandez | Kim Rayfield
| Michael Reardon |
Specializing in Waterfront Property and Traditional Neighborhoods José gained an appreciation for real estate investment long before he became licensed in 2005. At the age of 26, he purchased his first home - out in the country. He was constantly thinking about what improvements could be made - always with the mantra of getting the “most bang for the buck.” Eventually, he sold this home and decided that proximity to town was of the upmost importance and thus was realized his passion for the traditional (existing) neighborhoods and infill development. Slowly but surely, he built up a quiver of homes near the center of town - always focusing on location and convenience. To varying degrees, he renovated them all - acting as the general contractor. Through this process he learned much about construction, investment property, and property management. Currently, José is studying for his Real Estate Broker License - a reflection of his passion and dedication to the profession. Prior to 2005, his primary occupation was as an educator / marine biologist with Barrier Island EcoTours, a company he co-founded with a childhood friend in 1997. This was a dream come true for the young entrepreneurs - being on the water and sharing the beauty of the Lowcountry. During his college years, José attended Emory University and the University of Queensland in Brisbane, Australia - where he found his passion for Marine Biology. He graduated with a B.S. degree from the College of Charleston in 1995. Before launching Barrier Island EcoTours, José had a diverse work experience:
Through his experiences on the water, José has a unique understanding of what draws many people to Charleston: its wonderful and prolific waterways and the flora and fauna that call it home. Born in Mexico City, José immigrated to the United States at the age of nine. He grew up bilingual - learning English as a young child while spending summers with grandparents in New Orleans. His family picked Sullivan’s Island after surveying both East and West coasts. Thirty years later, José is a veteran Charleston entrepreneur and seeks to preserve, as well as promote, its unique offerings. He is a student of sustainable urban planning, construction, and the implementation of renewable energies. He is keenly interested in finding and implementing strategies where citizens and municipalities can work together to preserve and create value in their communities; be it through historic preservation, green spaces, water access, or connectivity via walking and biking trails. He has previously served as a board member of the Mount Pleasant Land Conservancy. In his free time, José enjoys surfing, trail running, yoga, paddle boarding, reading, and spending time outdoors - whether in the woods, the marshes, or on the sea floor. He is a founding member of the Traditional Small Craft Association - Palmetto Chapter, and a member of the Urban Land Institute, Charleston Waterkeeper, Sertoma, and SUP Cleanup. He aspires to complete his private pilot license training in the near future. José actively brokers both residential and commercial real estate transactions.
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