Lori Lentz Widner

Your Grand Strand Expert, Buying or Selling

I've called the Grand Strand home for 26 years, ever since I moved here to attend Coastal Carolina University. I haven't just watched this area grow; I've been part of it. That local knowledge, paired with a relentless work ethic, gives my clients the market insight they need to make confident decisions, whether they're listing a home or searching for the right one.

A Proven Track Record

Since earning my license, I've helped clients close more than 800 transactions. In 2025, I was honored as the #1 Century 21 agent in South Carolina for both units sold and sales volume. RealTrends Verified also ranked me #1 in Myrtle Beach by sales volume and #6 in South Carolina by transaction sides for 2025, with 94 transaction sides and $35.67 million in sales.

For Sellers: I combine a sales and marketing background with an in-depth understanding of pricing, presentation, and negotiation to position your home to stand out and sell for the best possible price. As a Seller Representative Specialist (SRS), I protect your interests from listing to closing.

For Buyers: As an Accredited Buyer's Representative (ABR), I help you find the right home, community, and lifestyle, then negotiate hard to get it for you. I work with first-time buyers, move-up buyers, investors, retirees, military families, and luxury clients across condos, single-family homes, lots, and new construction.

Skilled Negotiation on Your Side: As a certified Real Estate Negotiation Expert (RENE), I've trained specifically in advanced negotiation strategies. For sellers, that means protecting your price and terms through offers, inspections, and appraisals. For buyers, it means securing the right home at the best possible price and terms, even in competitive situations.

The Fortune 500 Standard of Service

Before real estate, I built my career with Marriott, a Fortune 500 hospitality leader, and as a regional field trainer for a national specialty retailer, where I opened stores, trained new hires, and managed teams. Along with my degrees in business management and hospitality and tourism management, that experience taught me that real estate isn't just about transactions; it's about people. I listen carefully, communicate clearly, and handle the details so you feel informed and supported at every step.

Life Beyond the Closing Table

I'm married to a military veteran who served 27 years, and together we've raised our two sons right here on the Grand Strand. One is now in college and the other is in high school. When I'm not working for my clients, you'll find me out on the boat, on the pickleball court, walking the beach, or biking our local trails. I live the coastal lifestyle that draws people here, and I know how to showcase it for my sellers and help my buyers find it.

Why Work With Me?

• Local Expertise: 26 years living on the Grand Strand and a Coastal Carolina graduate
• Top-Tier Results: #1 agent in Myrtle Beach by sales volume (RealTrends, 2025), #1 SC Century 21 agent (2025), and 800+ career transactions
• Expert Negotiator: Certified Real Estate Negotiation Expert (RENE), fighting for the best price and terms whether you're buying or selling
• Proven for Buyers and Sellers: ABR, SRS, MRP, SRES, RENE, and RRC Luxury Home certifications
• Client-First Approach: I listen, I communicate, and I advocate for your best interests

Ready to make your next move? Whether you're selling, buying, or both, let's talk about your goals. Call or text me at 843-455-6159.