Business Details
30 Years
experience
Trusted Relocation, Language & Real Estate Services in Greenville
Since 1996, Wetzel Services has been a trusted provider of language and intercultural training, relocation, and real estate services in Greenville, South Carolina. Founded by Paul Wetzel, a Masters in Education graduate from Clemson University, our company began as a language training firm before expanding to meet the evolving needs of professionals relocating to the Upstate region. Our team combines decades of collective experience in education, real estate, and international business to deliver personalized solutions for clients. We specialize in English, German, and Spanish language instruction, supported by certified educators with global teaching experience. Our relocation services address the unique challenges of international moves, offering tailored assistance with housing, documentation, and cultural adaptation.Wetzel Realty, established in 2004, provides expert real estate guidance for buyers, sellers, and investors. Our Augusta, GA operations leverage Susanne Christiani's international expertise to support clients in the Southeast. With a focus on quality and client satisfaction, we maintain strong partnerships with HR leaders to streamline transitions for global employees. Our team's diverse backgroundsfrom industrial management to cross-cultural communicationensure comprehensive support for every client. As a locally owned business, we remain committed to delivering the highest standards of service while adapting to the changing needs of our community.
Services
Language Training
Relocation Services
Real Estate Brokerage
Intercultural Seminars
Cross-Cultural Business Training
Repatriation Preparation
Property Management
Home Purchase Assistance
Cultural Adaptation Workshops
Temporary Housing Support
Details
- Year established: 1996
Highlights and features
- We offer 25+ years of experience in language and relocation services
- Our team includes certified educators and licensed real estate professionals
- We provide personalized support for international HR partners
- Our Augusta, GA office extends specialized regional expertise
- We combine cultural training with practical relocation solutions
Services
Language Training
We provide English, German, and Spanish language instruction for professionals. Our certified educators deliver tailored training through in-person and virtual formats. With over 25 years of experience, we help clients achieve fluency through practical communication skills development.
Relocation Services
Our relocation services assist international professionals with transitions to South Carolina. We coordinate temporary housing, utility setup, and documentation processes. The team partners with HR departments to create personalized relocation plans for employees.
Intercultural Seminars
We offer intercultural training programs covering cultural norms, communication styles, and business practices. Seminars address U.S., German, and Mexican cultural contexts through immersive 3-8 hour sessions. Our training helps professionals navigate multicultural work environments effectively.
Real Estate Brokerage
Wetzel Realty provides real estate solutions for buyers, sellers, and investors. Our licensed agents offer market expertise, property management, and investment guidance. We assist clients with purchase decisions, mortgage processes, and property marketing strategies.
Repatriation Preparation
Our repatriation seminars help returning professionals adjust to their home countries. The 3-hour sessions address reverse culture shock and reintegration strategies. We provide practical tools for maintaining cultural awareness after international assignments.
People
Paul Wetzel
President
Founder of Wetzel Services with a Masters in Education from Clemson University. Expert in ESL teaching methods and real estate brokerage with 28 years of leadership experience.
Valerie Wetzel
Vice-President
22-year company veteran with textile industry expertise in HR and supply chain management. Graduated from Georgia Tech with Industrial Management degree in 1987.
Susanne Christiani
Augusta Director
International business expert with finance and hospitality background. Leads Augusta operations with cross-cultural perspective from her German heritage and diverse industry experience.
Sonja Neufeld
Realtor Specialist
Licensed SC realtor since 2015 with German cultural insights. Provides relocation expertise to international clients after living in the U.S. since 2004.
Lish Simpson
Language Manager
English education specialist with 25 years teaching experience across four countries. Holds two Masters degrees in linguistics and literature from US institutions.
Questions
What services does Wetzel Services offer?
We provide language training, relocation assistance, and real estate services for professionals moving to South Carolina and Augusta, GA.
How long has Wetzel Services been in business?
We've served clients since 1996, with 28 years of experience in language and relocation services.
Do you offer intercultural training programs?
Yes, we provide seminars on U.S., German, and Mexican cultural norms for business and daily life.
Can you help with international relocations?
Our relocation services specifically support international professionals through housing, documentation, and cultural adaptation.
Is real estate brokerage part of your services?
Wetzel Realty offers full-service real estate support including buying, selling, and investment guidance.
How do you support HR departments?
We partner with HR leaders to provide comprehensive relocation packages and language training for international employees.
Reviews (2)
Dawn Crow
Dec 14, 2020
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Sonja was AMAZING! She patiently took us to multiple listings without complaint. She is positive, helpful, professional and did a fantastic job of keeping us informed becore, during and after our closings. She also answered all of our questions tirelessly. We cannot thank her enough for helping us find our forever home! We would highly recommend Wetzel realty!
Jim Ross
May 14, 2020
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Positive:Communication,Professionalism,Quality,Value
I'm very fortunate to work with this great company ! I have had three major real estate transactions in the last four months with no issues. These folks make it so easy ! Thanks Jacki and Paul for your great service !!!!!! Highly recomend their expertise !!!!!!!
I'm very fortunate to work with this great company ! I have had three major real estate transactions in the last four months with no issues. These folks make it so easy ! Thanks Jacki and Paul for your great service !!!!!! Highly recomend their expertise !!!!!!!
