Q&A with John Poston

Meet John

Without him, we (this site, blog, and brokerage) wouldn’t be here—for real. John Poston is the founder and broker in charge of Poston & Company and launched the biz in 1988. Head to his bio to read how the Kingstree, SC, native landed in real estate and in Charleston and at the helm of this company (fun fact: if you’d asked 20-year-old John what he’d be doing in 20 years, he likely would’ve told you that he’d be practicing medicine). And click here to read more about the history of Poston & Co. 

In the meantime, here’s a quick Q&A we had with John a few weeks back.  

What sets Poston & Company apart from other local firms? We do things the right way—period. If there is a question as to whether you tell your clients

something or not, you tell them. If there’s a question as to whether we give up some of our commission to get a deal closed for our client, we give up some of our commission. It’s my belief that this creates a true relationship and thus the potential for repeat business.

Your favorite thing about Charleston? There’s always something to do. From walking around downtown to studying the history, architecture, and culture to boating, the beaches, the golfing, Spoleto, the Gaillard, College of Charleston basketball games… there’s not enough time to do it all! 

Favorite local restaurant? I’m going to have to go with my man Rodney Scott’s BBQ. Did you know he’s a Kingstree native, too?