The Hands-On Stewards Behind
Waves & Salvo
Meet Kevin & Reid: Local Expertise, Professional Preservation
Our Philosophy: No Middlemen. Just Ownership.
We started Waves & Salvo because we saw a fundamental flaw in the Charleston short-term rental market: as property management companies grow, their service gets diluted. The owners who founded the company step away from the daily operations, leaving your multi-million dollar asset in the hands of entry-level coordinators and generic ticketing systems.
We chose a different path. When you partner with Waves & Salvo, you are partnering directly with us. We are a dedicated, two-man operation. We are the ones inspecting your home, optimizing your Airbnb listing, and answering your calls. We combine elite, corporate-grade systems with the uncompromising care of local owners.
Reid Matthews
The Strategist
A beautiful property only succeeds if it is paired with sophisticated asset management and elite hospitality. Reid directs our revenue strategy, digital marketing, and guest logistics. With a professional background rooted in high-volume operations management and corporate hospitality systems, he understands the mechanics behind a high-performing vacation rental.
Reid manages the day-to-day digital ecosystem of your listing. By mastering the nuances of the Airbnb search algorithm, manually tuning data-driven dynamic pricing software, and executing high-touch communication protocols, he ensures your home commands premium nightly rates. He bridges the gap between sophisticated financial tracking for owners and an unforgettable, five-star guest experience on the ground.
Kevin Sellon
The Craftsman
In coastal South Carolina, property maintenance isn't just about changing lightbulbs—it's about protecting your real estate investment from a demanding environment. Kevin heads our hands-on property preservation team. As a licensed general contractor with years of local building and renovation experience, he looks at your home through a structural lens.
Instead of relying on a rotating door of expensive third-party subcontractors who charge premium rates for minor fixes, Kevin personally oversees the physical health of your property. From preventative HVAC and plumbing checks to ensuring structural flashing and drainage hold up against Lowcountry storms, your asset is monitored by a professional builder. The result is zero-downtime booking calendars, lower maintenance costs, and absolute peace of mind for our owners