ABOUT US
We started as a modest real estate investment firm focused on purchasing and renovating single-family homes. Through strategic investments, we expanded into larger properties, including multi-unit residences and commercial buildings. This growth led us to establish our investment platform.
As we tackled increasingly complex renovation projects, we recognized the need for higher standards in the contractor space. We built our own construction division, handling everything from full-scale residential renovations to historic construction to commercial work, ensuring the same high quality and integrity across all projects.
But through it all, our core purpose has remained the same: redevelopment. We find opportunities to revitalize homes and neighborhoods, working with local stakeholders to breathe new life into communities, one project at a time.
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Eric Berman
President Eric S. Berman is a real estate investor and Marine Corps veteran leading Berman Property Group, LLC, in Beaufort, SC. Since founding the company in 2018, he has grown its portfolio to over $13 million in real estate assets, completed over 60 residential and commercial projects, and earned the Beaufort Chamber of Commerce’s Cornerstone Business Award. A former Marine officer with eight years of leadership experience, Eric planned high-stakes operations, including hurricane evacuations for thousands. He serves on local boards, holds a B.S. in Physics from The Citadel, and is a dedicated husband and father of two. Austin Hartman
Vice President Growing up in western Kansas, Austin Hartman developed construction experience through his father’s small business. His career as a Marine Officer and program manager at Lockheed Martin Space in Denver, where he oversaw metal manufacturing for NASA's Orion spacecraft, built a foundation for his leadership and project management skills. After building a campervan from scratch and traveling through 44 states and Canada, he settled in Beaufort in 2023, partnering with Eric Berman in a real estate investment business focused on client remodels. With almost 40 projects and home renovations completed in the last three years, Austin ensures client satisfaction every step of the way. Nichole Nelson
Accounting Originally from Northeast Iowa, Nichole earned her degree in Accounting and Finance from Upper Iowa University while competing on the collegiate golf team. After relocating to South Carolina in 2013, she launched a bookkeeping firm that now supports over 40 clients nationwide across diverse industries. Nichole brings precision and professionalism to her role at Berman Property Group, where she specializes in real estate investment and construction accounting. Her personable approach and attention to detail help streamline complex financial workflows and support confident decision-making. Nichole enjoys boating, golf, art, and spending time outdoors with friends and family. Stephanie Pretto
Office Manager Stephanie joined Berman Property Group in 2023, after working in veterinary practices for over 10 years. Her husband’s military career brought her from Miami to Beaufort, where she embraced the Lowcountry as home. As office manager, she keeps operations running smoothly—overseeing marketing, permitting, scheduling, vendor coordination, and due diligence. Known for her adaptability and proactive mindset, Stephanie brings clarity and order to complex workflows. Outside of work, she enjoys crafting, cooking, and spending time with her son and two dogs. |
