Substantial Black Entrepreneur Spotlight: Ramona Grady

Ramona Grady Owner, Broker in Charge-Realtor® Southern Belle Realty & Associates, LLC

I've been a licensed NC Realtor® and NC Broker for over 17 years;  I started my very own real estate firm almost six years ago.  

I started my business because it was definitely time. I've been blessed to have partnered and learned from some of the best in the real estate industry. Starting my own real estate firm gave me an opportunity to be connected to a real estate firm that 100% mirrored my core values and one that represented ME. 

Once I made the decision to start my own real estate firm, I prayed for a company name to be revealed to me that would highlight my southern, country girl authenticity. The vision was revealed to me, clear as day, at the NC State Fair in front of the Dorton Arena. At that very moment I logged onto the NC SOS website to check the name availability and here we are! Stepping way out on faith and birthing my business vision from scratch was the best decision I've ever made. 

The service I provide to my real estate clients is unique because it's all faith driven and personable. My real estate firm is built on faith, community and relationships. Every client connected to my real estate firm receives seeds of faith and words of encouragement in their home buying packets.  Yes, real mustard seeds, lol! 

I meet all of my clients where they are and genuinely listen to them and respect their wants and needs. Throughout their home journey, their faith becomes  a lil' stronger and they become more confident in their purchase.

What are you most passionate about when it comes to your business? 

I am most passionate about great relationships I've been able to build with those I've come in contact with. All come in as clients and real estate partners, but leave as family and friends. First time homebuyers 

definitely have my whole heart.  The pure joy of witnessing them receive their keys as first time 

homeowners is priceless. Also knowing that I was a part of their home journey is a moment that will last forever. Out of 100k+ licensed real estate brokers in the state of North Carolina, Southern Belle Realty & Associates is extremely grateful to be the "chosen firm."  

What’s one challenge you’ve faced and how did you or are you overcoming it? 

One challenge I've faced is the feeling of not having enough time in a day to complete all that I want to 

accomplish. I'm still working on time balance and "doing what I do best and outsourcing the rest"—a quote from our awesome mentor Mr. Ryan Ray himself! When you love what you do, there's never ever enough time on any given day. 

How can our readers learn more about your business?  

Readers can learn more about my business by visiting our website at www.southernbelle-realty.com, 

following our social media and YouTube page @Southern Belle Realty & Associates, or by visiting our office at 4928 Linksland Drive, #216, Holly Springs, NC 27540, 919-762-6524.