Carmen Carter has been a full-time Realtor for the past 21 years. A veteran of the United States Air Force with a bachelor’s degree in business from Robert Morris College. Mother of three wonderful boys, who everyone thinks are triplets; really is twins, and a “big” boy. Married to Chad Carter, a wonderful father, real estate broker, and owner of an insurance agency. Carmen comes from a long line of business owners in her family. Her grandparents owned multiple properties, as did her parents, who also owned a local barbershop and shoe boutique. looking back, Carmen was very outgoing in high school and had a wide range of classmates. ‘ Carmen, the youngest of five children, was a very social and free-spirited young lady. Carmen joined the air force because she wanted to experience different cultures and explore her independence. Carmen will tell you, “Joining the Air Force is one of my best experiences to date, but she will also tell you it was a single military experience that would become a pivotal turning point in how she thought about how she preferred a leadership role. Carmen returned home after serving in the military and took a job as Manager in a local boutique. She was a social butterfly who enjoyed interacting with customers and coworkers. Carmen recalls seeing this young lady, about her age at the time, come into the boutique at least once a week and just buy bags of clothes. She finally asked her what she did for a living, because she, too, wanted to go shopping during the day twice a week, and the young lady said Real Estate. “Real Estate, Seriously!” That was all Carmen needed to hear; the next thing she knew, she was calling her brother and asking him to join her in the real estate business.

Carmen worked for franchise firm for eight years after passing the course and licensing exam. Carmen’s experience taught her that the market had its ups and downs, but she was ultimately successful. Carmen wanted to expand her business and stay ahead of market trends. Carmen knew she wanted to break into a market she wasn’t familiar with, ‘foreclosures,’ so she asked a seasoned agent with experience and asked for guidance in breaking into this market, but she was met with a flat out NO! Carmen reassessed her circumstances and decided to switch to a smaller real estate agency that specialized in foreclosed properties. Through this experience, she gained knowledge on how to navigate the “good ol’ boy” network. However, the long commute to the office was taxing, especially with her growing family. Carmen pondered, “How can I stay close to home and excel in the field I adore, Real Estate?” She loved interacting with the public and educating clients on the buying and selling process. The satisfaction of helping someone purchase their first home fueled her passion for real estate. Carmen knew that she needed to make a change and after discussing it with her husband Chad, he suggested starting her own brokerage. Being part of an entrepreneurial family, this idea resonated with Carmen, and she began planning her journey to become a Broker Owner. As a Managing Broker, Carmen founded Carter Realty Group in October of 2011. To further her efforts in educating others, she became a licensed instructor and authored a class on short sales that has been accredited by the State of Illinois. Carmen’s agency has experienced organic growth, with her now coaching and supporting over 20 agents. Her firm belief that “Education is the best way to make the best decision” guides her interactions with clients and sets the standards for her brokerage. Carmen is an active member of the African American Business Association, serving as Vice-President, The National Hook-Up Of Black Women,(Joliet Chapter) and the Joliet Chamber of Commerce within her community.

With over 25 years of experience in the service industry, I’ve developed a deep passion for the world of real estate. Throughout my career, I’ve had the privilege of investing in properties both locally and across state lines, gaining valuable insights into the renovation process and the nuances of the market.

I firmly believe that by empowering you with knowledge and maintaining open communication, we can navigate the real estate journey together successfully.

As a dedicated real estate professional. My goal is to provide exceptional service tailored to your unique needs. I see our collaboration as a partnership, working hand in hand to achieve your real estate goals.

Meet Miya, a young member of the Carter Realty Group. Miya brings an exciting and fearless approach to finding her clients the right properties. Working with Miya, you are guaranteed transparency and results.

Miya has always had a passion for real estate, at 20 years old she bought her first property. Making her the youngest in her family to own a home.

Miya brings her genuine and charismatic personality to our team! Now she aims to stay one step ahead of the competition by keeping track of the real estate market and trends. She’s always working in her clients best interest, which creates an open and stress-free atmosphere and absorbs all the hassle that comes with purchasing a home.

Buying or selling a home is one of the biggest financial and emotional decisions you’ll ever make. My experience and tenacity set me apart from my competition. I have been working with buyers and sellers, listing and selling real estate for over 17 years. I have an extensive background in working with investors in various counties, understanding grants, and providing professional advice regarding home appraisals. In addition I have partnerships with lending institutions. Customer service is most important to me and I take pride in always striving to answer every phone call, email, and text quickly.

Real estate is my passion & I enjoy meeting new people and love showing homes. Most of my clients come from repeat business or referrals. My goal is to make this a positive experience and exceed your expectations to earn your loyalty. I am also an active member of NHBW, Inc. and OES. If you’re looking for someone with proven results, please contact me.