Joanna Reese, SC Realtor, 200 Mills Avenue, Greenville, NC (2026)

09/11/2026

How often do you actually get to sit in the same room with someone asking to represent you in Congress…and simply TALK? 👋🗳️

This month, we’re excited to welcome Courtney McClain as a special guest at GVL Connect.

Courtney is running to represent South Carolina’s 4th Congressional District and has built her campaign around a simple idea: Elevate the Upstate for all of us, not just a few. 💪

Come meet her. Ask questions. Hear what she cares about. Tell her what YOU care about.

💜 And because GVL Connect is proudly nonpartisan, our invitation is open to ALL local leaders and candidates from any party.

👇 If you could ask someone running for Congress ONE question face-to-face, what would it be?

Voting shouldn’t require a political science degree. 🗳️

This month we’re also highlighting the League of Women Voters of Greenville County. League of Women Voters GVL, SC

The League is NONPARTISAN. They don’t endorse or oppose candidates or political parties.

Instead, they work to help all people become informed voters, understand elections, access reliable voter information, and protect the freedom to vote.

And with a major election approaching this November, there is a LOT happening.😵‍💫

Come hear directly from the League about what they’re doing in Greenville this year, what voters need to know, and how YOU can get involved.

What if we spent less time talking ABOUT each other…and more time actually talking TO each other? 💬
That is basically the entire reason GVL Connect exists.
Different ages. Different careers. Different backgrounds. Different politics. Different experiences.

Same city. Same community. Same table. 💚

You don’t have to agree with everyone in the room. You just have to be willing to show up curious.

You are absolutely allowed to disagree at GVL Connect. Actually…we expect it. 😉👏

The rule is simply that we stay curious about WHY someone sees the world differently.
Ask questions. Listen. Push back thoughtfully. Tell your own story. Change your mind. Or don’t.
The point isn’t agreement.
The point is remembering that people are more complicated than the labels we put on them.

When was the last time a one on one conversation genuinely changed the w

09/03/2026

I believe solving a whole lot of the world’s problems simply starts with caring for our children.💜📚

Last week Grayson helped me deliver an $800 check to Summit Drive Elementary PTA — a school that has been part of our family for years. All three of my kids have gone through Summit Drive, and I know firsthand how much this school pours into its students.

These funds help make sure EVERY child can participate in school activities, like field trips, even if their parent can’t afford the extra cost.

SDE PTA also helps teachers get supplies and support without constantly paying out of their own pockets.

Most importantly they create the kind of school community where kids feel included, safe, supported, and valued. 👏

✅Every child deserves to know where their next meal is coming from.
✅ Every child deserves to feel safe.
✅ Every child deserves opportunities to learn, belong, explore, and dream bigger.

That’s why giving back is built into my real estate business.

For every home I sell, I set aside $500 of my commission to support local nonprofits, schools, and causes doing important work right here in the Upstate. Sometimes, like this one, I give a little extra.

I make my living in this community. I believe part of that responsibility is investing back into it.

So tell me:
Does your child’s PTA need some extra funding?
Is there a teacher with a classroom wishlist you’d love to see completely fulfilled by Christmas? 🎄✏️
Is there a local nonprofit doing work that deserves more support?

Help me fund them!
If you know someone planning to buy or sell this year, send them my way. I’m always happy to explain my process, answer questions, and share how I’ve committed part of every closing back to the community we call home.

More homes sold = more money back into the Upstate. 🌈🏡💜

09/03/2026

I believe solving a whole lot of the world’s problems simply starts with caring for our children.💜📚

Last week Grayson helped me deliver an $800 check to Summit Drive Elementary PTA — a school that has been part of our family for years. All three of my kids have gone through Summit Drive, and I know firsthand how much this school pours into its students.

These funds help make sure EVERY child can participate in school activities, like field trips, even if their parent can’t afford the extra cost.

SDE PTA also helps teachers get supplies and support without constantly paying out of their own pockets.

Most importantly they create the kind of school community where kids feel included, safe, supported, and valued. 👏

✅Every child deserves to know where their next meal is coming from.
✅ Every child deserves to feel safe.
✅ Every child deserves opportunities to learn, belong, explore, and dream bigger.

That’s why giving back is built into my real estate business.

For every home I sell, I set aside $500 of my commission to support local nonprofits, schools, and causes doing important work right here in the Upstate. Sometimes, like this one, I give a little extra.

I make my living in this community. I believe part of that responsibility is investing back into it.

So tell me:
Does your child’s PTA need some extra funding?
Is there a teacher with a classroom wishlist you’d love to see completely fulfilled by Christmas? 🎄✏️
Is there a local nonprofit doing work that deserves more support?

Help me fund them!
If you know someone planning to buy or sell this year, send them my way. I’m always happy to explain my process, answer questions, and share how I’ve committed part of every closing back to the community we call home.

More homes sold = more money back into the Upstate. 🌈🏡💜

09/01/2026

I don’t measure success by how quickly I can get you to buy or sell a house.

Sometimes the best real estate advice I can give you is “not yet.”

Maybe buying this year isn’t the smartest move. Maybe you need a year or two to strengthen your finances. Maybe the house you already own can become part of a bigger wealth-building strategy. Maybe you inherited property and have no idea what to do with it. Maybe you’re planning for a move that’s still three years away.

That’s why I call myself a real estate consultant.

My job isn’t to rush you toward a closing. It’s to help you understand your options, build a strategy, and make real estate decisions that support the life you’re actually trying to build.

And for me, that work is bigger than individual transactions. I care deeply about affordable housing, strong nonprofits, informed communities, and helping more people put down roots and build wealth right here in the Upstate.

I want to show you what “consultant” actually means to me, and why I think real estate should be education first, strategy second, sales last. Swipe for more.

I’m not a salesperson.

Before rushing to contracts like many sales agents, I take time to explain the disclosures, forms, process, and more.

No pressure. No pushing you to sign a contract on day one. No rushing you into a decision because it works for my timeline.

Your goals set the pace. I help you build the strategy.

My process is not sales-centric; I center everything around your goals. Want to simply explore options? Maybe you have unique goals and feel unsure how to achieve them.

Communities thrive when people love where they live. I am committed to making our communities stronger by giving more people a chance to build generational wealth.

08/27/2026

Housing is one of those issues that touches almost every single one of us.

Today I joined hundreds of nonprofit leaders, elected officials, housing professionals, advocates, and community partners at the Upstate Affordable Housing Summit to talk about what it will take to confront South Carolina’s housing crisis.

And there IS progress worth celebrating. 👏 This year, South Carolina took meaningful steps forward on tenant protections at the state level. Those wins matter.

But there is so much more work ahead.

Housing sits at the intersection of nearly every major challenge we’re facing: wages, economic mobility, development, zoning, infrastructure, homelessness, healthcare, education, and the rising cost of simply existing.

There are plenty of different perspectives in a room like this, and that’s exactly why these conversations matter. We need nonprofit leaders, developers, REALTORS®, elected officials, advocates, lenders, planners, and people with lived experience working together toward solutions.

Because as difficult as housing feels right now, I keep thinking about my kids… In just a few years, they’ll be the ones trying to rent their first apartment or buy their first home. I don’t want us to hand them an even bigger crisis. They deserve the opportunities we were promised!

I’m grateful to be surrounded by so many people who are determined to do something about it. 👏🏡

08/21/2026

Leo season said the house needs main character energy. 🦁✨

And honestly, I get it.

A Leo-inspired home isn’t necessarily the biggest or most expensive house on the block. It’s the one with personality.

Great natural light. A kitchen where everyone ends up hanging out. A dramatic entrance. Bold wallpaper. Gorgeous outdoor spaces. And at least one completely unnecessary feature that makes you ridiculously happy.

Your home doesn’t need to impress everyone. It needs to feel like you.

That’s one of my favorite parts of helping someone buy a home. Of course we talk about budget, location, bedrooms, commute, resale value, all the practical stuff.

But I also want to know what makes you light up.

Do you need a huge porch? A soaking tub? Space for 20 people around the kitchen? A garden? A workshop? Floor-to-ceiling bookshelves? A dining room dramatic enough to finally justify that chandelier? 😏 😻
Those things matter, too.

We’re not just looking for a house that checks enough boxes. We’re looking for a place where your actual life fits.

So Leos, did I get you right? 🦁👇

And everyone else, tell me your sign + the ONE thing your future home absolutely has to have.

If buying a home has been floating around in your head lately, send me a message. You do not need to be ready to buy tomorrow. We can start with a conversation, figure out what’s possible, and make a plan from there. 🏡💜

08/21/2026

🇺🇸 What does “justice” actually mean in America?

Last night at GVL Connect, we explored Rule of Law & Justice as part of our 2026 American Values series.

So far this year, we’ve tackled:
❤️ Loyalty
🗽 Independence
🕊️ Freedom
⚖️ Justice

And once again, we found something powerful: people with very different perspectives often share more core values than we think.

I’m nonpartisan, and so is GVL Connect. I have no loyalty to a political party. My loyalty is to the values I believe America should keep striving toward: freedom, justice, equality, accountability, and government that serves the people. So I invite local leaders from any party to join us every month.

This month, Eunice For SC Eunice Lehmacher joined us and shared thoughtful insights on justice and community. 🙌

Next month, Courtney McClain Courtney McClain plans to join us Sep 17. If you’re in SC District 4, come meet her, ask questions, and get to know the person behind the campaign. 👋

GVL Connect is about getting out of our bubbles, meeting local leaders, supporting local businesses and nonprofits, and having real conversations with our neighbors.

Now I want YOUR input 👇

What American value should we explore next?
Drop one word in the comments. 🇺🇸💬

08/19/2026

San Antonio, you were GOOD to me. 🌮💜

The River Walk is one of my new favorite places, I’m convinced breakfast tacos should be an everyday thing, and somehow there was even more laughing than learning—which is saying something. 😂

But the best part? Being back with an incredible community of q***r real estate professionals from all over the country. 🏳️‍🌈

We shared ideas, talked business, learned from each other, made memories—and strengthened relationships that matter far beyond these trips.

Because these aren’t just agents whose work I respect. They’re people I know and trust.

I know they’re talented professionals. But just as importantly, I know they’re kind, caring humans who genuinely show up for people. 💜

THAT matters when I make a referral.
If you’re moving across the country, I don’t want to pull a random agent’s name from the internet. I want to say, “I know someone there. They’re really good at what they do—and they’re a really good human.”

When I make a referral, I’m trusting someone with you—your family, your move, and your next chapter.

Real estate may be local, but my community isn’t. 🏡🌎 Wherever life takes you, I can help connect you with someone great.

San Antonio, thanks for the tacos, the River Walk, the memories, and these incredible humans. Already counting down until we’re together again. 🏳️‍🌈💜

Love who you love and love where you live! 🏡💜 ***rRealtors

08/12/2026

Closing day is always my favorite day!!! 🏡👏🌈

These two first-time homebuyers have been so much fun to get to know. I LOVED that they knew from the beginning what they did and *didn’t* want:

❌New construction? Nope.
✅Unique homes with character? Absolutely.
❌Questionable roof or cracking foundation? Hard pass.
✅Fenced in yard for bonfires and herb gardens? Non-negotiable.

We took our time and searched for a few months because the goal wasn’t just to find something interesting—it was to find a home with personality and plenty of structural integrity.

And then we found it. 😍

A huge backyard. Multi-level living. Tons of indoor/outdoor space. And plenty of room for future game nights, hangs, and whatever else they decide to make this home into.

These two absolutely spoiled me—coffees during showings AND an unexpected closing gift?! 🥹 At this point, all I can say is… **good 4 u, future clients. The bar has been raised.** 😂☕️ I’m so thankful for kind, thoughtful clients who make the whole process that much more fun.

And a big thank you to Stephanie June Summer for being such a great lender partner throughout the process. Buying your first home comes with a LOT of financial decisions, and Stephanie did an amazing job helping them understand their options, think through the numbers, and make choices that set them up for success far beyond closing day.

And of course, we had to celebrate with one of my favorite closing traditions. 💜 As you may know, I donate **$500 from every home I sell** to an Upstate nonprofit or local cause. This time, we made that donation to one of my favorite local organizations: Q***r Wellness Center🌈

Be sure to check out Q***r Wellness Center to keep up with all their big news! There’s lots of plans to expand community services in 2027 to continue working to make Upstate South Carolina a safer, stronger, better place to live for everyone in our q***r community.

: A new home. New memories ahead. And $500 going right back into the incredible community we call home.

Let’s keep putting down our in Greenville, y’all. 🌈🏡💜🔑

07/30/2026

“The tribe has spoken.” 🔥

But what happens when our tribes stop being part of the game—and start shaping who we trust, who we listen to, and who we refuse to understand?

Sometimes I get a little too theoretical, so I bring big ideas back down to earth with one of my not-so-secret obsessions: Survivor.

On the show, people are divided into teams, pushed to align with their tribe, and taught that loyalty can mean survival. Great television. Not always great for real life.

That is where GVL Connect comes in.

This is not a traditional networking event. It is a true community event centered on real connection, curiosity, and the belief that Greenville needs more third spaces—places where we can gather without already belonging to the same circle or agreeing on everything.

Think of GVL Connect as our own little merge feast: a room full of different people, a spread that would make any hungry castaway cry, and no immunity challenge required. 🍷🧀🔥

At the door, we check our tribal divides. Around the table, everyone is welcome to eat, laugh, ask questions, and learn from people they may never otherwise meet.

The food is free.
The space is free.
The event is free.

But community is not free.

It requires us to show up—with open minds, genuine curiosity, and a willingness to see the human being beneath the label.

You may leave with a new friend. You may meet a future client or collaborator. You may even discover that someone from the “other tribe” cares about many of the same things you do.

Q3 dates are now live. Tap the link in my bio to RSVP for GVL Connect.

For my fellow fans: which Survivor player would bring the most interesting perspective to the table? 👇

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Joanna Reese, SC Realtor

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