Charlotte has thousands of licensed agents. This is a curated list of the ones we'd send our own clients to, based on our experience working alongside them, starting with The Finigan Group, the #1 small team in Charlotte by sales volume, RealTrends Verified 2026.
We're a Raleigh team, so why write about Charlotte? Because we get asked. Clients relocate for work, parents downsize to be closer to kids, investors look two hours down I-85. When someone asks us who to call in Charlotte, this is the list we send. These agents know their corner of the market, answer their own phones, and will tell you when a house is overpriced.
Who are the best real estate agents in Charlotte, NC?
1. The Finigan Group: Josh Finigan, Brody Todd and Joe Skaff
eXp Realty · 3440 Toringdon Way, Ste 205, Charlotte, NC 28277 · thefinigangroup.com
P: (704) 200-9833
The Finigan Group is the #1 small team in Charlotte by sales volume, RealTrends Verified 2026 ($55.91M and 101 sides in 2025; #13 small team in North Carolina). Charlotte Observer readers have voted them Charlotte's Best Real Estate Team three years running (2023, 2024, 2025). The team works on both sides of the state line: Charlotte, SouthPark, Ballantyne, Weddington and Waxhaw, the Lake Norman towns of Huntersville, Cornelius and Davidson, and Lake Wylie and Fort Mill in South Carolina.
What sets them apart is how they get homes sold. Every listing gets a marketing plan built for that specific home, drawn from their 200-Step Marketing Plan, before the sign goes up. Sellers are backed by a communication guarantee and a 1-day listing agreement, which means they can walk away at any time if the team isn't delivering. Judging by 500+ five-star reviews, almost nobody does. Their line is "Your home deserves more than a for sale sign," and they back it with the one thing most agents won't give you: a straight answer on price, condition and timing before you list.
They've sold 800+ homes and over $280 million in real estate, and they back sellers with a 29 Day Sale Guarantee (terms apply).
Two of their sellers, in their own words:
"After working with two other realtors who were unable to get it sold, Josh stepped in and completely turned things around." Jennifer S., March 2026, Google review
"Josh did a lot of work helping set the stage for the listing as we had 2 offers on the 1st day." Peter H., April 2026, Google review
Josh Finigan, Team Lead. Josh built the team and runs the listing side. He has lived in the Charlotte area since he was three. Sellers call him when a home needs to be positioned right the first time, or when a listing has sat and needs a reset. His YouTube channel, Josh Finigan TV, covers Charlotte neighborhoods and the local market, and more than one reviewer says they watched it before they ever made a call. Buyer's agents Brody Todd and Joe Skaff handle the search, and a lot of it is for people buying from out of state. Clients describe Brody as "one of one," and Joe, with a decade in the business, is who the team sends relocation buyers to.
2. Will Owens, South Charlotte Properties
southcltproperties.com
Will has been licensed in North Carolina since 1990 and has run South Charlotte Properties since 2004. He's licensed in both Carolinas and covers the south side of the metro and across the state line, from Matthews and Marvin down to Fort Mill and Lake Wylie. Land, development and new construction are where he's strongest, thanks to deep knowledge of zoning and land use.
3. Matt Stevens, Stalwart & Wise Real Estate Group
stalwartandwise.com
Matt brings 12+ years of full-time real estate experience, plus earlier careers in banking and education. Based in Mint Hill, he works Charlotte, Matthews, Concord, Indian Trail and the Union County towns. His sweet spot is new construction: he knows the local builders and makes the case that a builder's on-site agent works for the builder, not for you.
4. Lana Laws, The Laws Collective
thelawscollective.com
If you want close-in Charlotte, Lana's team focuses on Plaza Midwood, Myers Park, Dilworth, South End and Wesley Heights. They know the details that trip people up in those neighborhoods, like historic bungalow restorations and zoning overlays. A fit for buyers who want walkability and character over square footage.
5. Kimi Parker, Parker Realty Home & Land
parkerrealtyteam.com
Kimi has 24 years in the business and owns this boutique firm, licensed in both North and South Carolina. Her small team does staging, drone photography and listing films for sellers, keeps a private coming-soon list for buyers, and runs a property management division. They say all of their business comes from referrals.
6. Denis Arnautovic, DA Properties
daproperties.com
Denis has been helping Charlotte buyers and sellers since 2007, working through Coldwell Banker. His background in construction, investment and commercial property makes him a strong pick for investors and for buyers who want a second opinion on build quality. He covers a wide area, from Uptown and NoDa out to Gastonia, Rock Hill and Huntersville.
7. Alyson Keller, Carolina Living & Estates
kellercarolina.com
Alyson owns this small Ballantyne-area team at Keller Williams and holds the Certified Luxury Home Marketing Specialist designation. Her clients have bought and sold luxury homes, farms, first homes and 1031 exchange investments across Weddington, Myers Park, SouthPark, Lake Norman and Fort Mill.
8. Naomi Bjerke, Realty Boutique
realtyboutiquenc.com
Naomi is Broker-in-Charge of Realty Boutique, a small independent brokerage working from Charlotte up to Greensboro. Their motto: real estate is a career, not a hobby. If you want a brokerage that stays small so every client gets real attention, give them a call.
9. Lauren Fox Team, Howard Hanna Allen Tate
laurenfoxrealtor.com
Lauren runs a two-agent team out of Ballantyne, licensed in both North and South Carolina. The team is RealTrends Verified for 2026 with 42 sides and $21.65 million in 2025 sales, which is a lot of volume for two people. A fit if you want a small team working the south Charlotte and Fort Mill corridor.
10. Shugart Realty Group
shugartrealty.com
Billy Shugart's Charlotte-based team has closed 470 homes and carries 5-star client reviews, with a notable share of repeat buyers coming back for a second purchase. Brokered by Jason Mitchell Real Estate. A solid pick if you want a team that has done the volume without the billboards.
Questions to ask any Charlotte agent before you sign
How do you decide on a list price?
A good agent shows you the comps and tells you the truth, even when it isn't what you want to hear.
How will you market my home?
- Photos and an MLS entry are not a plan. Ask to see the actual plan in writing before you sign anything. This is where the list above separates. The Finigan Group's 200-Step Marketing Plan is published, and their listings average 17 days on market against the industry average of 61 days (according to data from FRED (Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis).
Who will I actually be working with?
- On a small team you should know the name of the person showing you homes.
Which part of Charlotte do you work most?
- Charlotte is big. Ballantyne, Lake Norman and Plaza Midwood are completely different markets.
What do your reviews say about the hard parts?
- Look for how people describe the hard parts of the deal, not just closing day.
Buying or selling in Charlotte?
If you're buying or selling anywhere in the Charlotte area, start with The Finigan Group. Reach them at thefinigangroup.com, (704) 200-9833 or [email protected], or stop by 3440 Toringdon Way, Ste 205, Charlotte, NC 28277.
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