Shanara Carter, Team Lead, Real Estate Professional
Sonya Hilliard, Real Estate Professional
Yuanita Hampton, Buyer Specialist
Avian Fitzhugh, Junior Broker
When the pandemic started, Shanara Carter decided to leave her 20-year nursing career and transition into real estate full time. With determination and hard work, Carter successfully grew her business and formed her own team. “Nursing equipped me with essential skills like communication, empathy, problem-solving and attention to detail,” she explains. “Those have seamlessly transferred to my real estate career, enabling me to provide exceptional guidance and support to my clients.”
Born and raised in Chicago, Carter is a real estate professional leading the At Home With Shanara Team brokered by eXp Realty, LLC. “Developing future leaders is vital for the long-term success of my business,” she insists. “It broadens my network and strengthens client relationships.” Team member Sonya Hilliard is a seasoned real estate professional dedicated to guiding clients and agents toward success. Yuanita Hampton, buyer specialist for the team, offers a personalized touch, providing education and guidance to help clients make one of the most important decisions of their lives. Avian Fitzhugh, junior broker, has a background in banking, offering valuable expertise in regulating finances and providing educational insights.
The service-oriented team educates clients as much as possible, empowering them to make informed decisions rather than relying solely on the agents’ guidance. “We prioritize listening to our clients and placing their needs first,” Carter points out. “By fostering an environment of support and knowledge, we aim to build strong, trusting relationships and ensure our clients feel confident throughout their journey.”
Chicago Association of Realtors named the At Home With Shanara Team a top-producer team for 2023. One of the 100 Black Queens of Chicago in 2019, Carter was awarded HomePath’s Top Agent for 2021 and 2022. In 2023, she received the Krista Mashore Coaching recognition for selling over 25 homes. Recently licensed in Indiana, she also co-hosts The Real Estate Podcast with Dionna and Shanara, and is thrilled to be including a chapter in her coach’s upcoming book.
