Charita Upkins began her career in real estate over 8 years ago, and commits to providing unparalleled service to her clients. “One of my essential business objectives is to build wonderful client relationships by listening and fully understanding their needs to successfully achieve their goal”. Aimed at making “buying and selling homes” a smooth experience, she pays attention to detail and will thoroughly guide clients through the entire real estate transaction.
Her professional experiences have equipped her well for your success: With 10 years in medical sales, Upkins demonstrates strong business acumen and is a highly competent marketer and negotiator. Serving 5 years as a senior homeowner underwriter, she also understands construction types and values associated with properties. She underwrote the homeowner business for more than 200 Middle Tennessee insurance agents, assessing homes of all types and values, from historical antebellums and estate homes to single-family dwellings.
An active community leader, Upkins believes in living a life of gratitude and giving back to the community. She is passionate about the needs of children and the underserved, serving on the boards of the Franklin Housing Collaborative, Better Health 4Kids, and is a lifetime member of the Friends of Vanderbilt Children’s Hospital. She also motivates young women via seminars and speeches, promoting the importance of education and healthy self-esteem.
Charita Upkins made Nashville home over 20 years ago and has lived in Davidson and currently Williamson County with her husband, a native of Nashville, and two children. A multi-marathoner and tri-athlete, she is always up for a challenge. “Climbing Mt. Kilimanjaro and skydiving is definitely on my bucket list.”
Professional Membership & Designations
- National Association of REALTORS®
- Greater Nashville REALTORS®
- Member of the 2014 Special Events Committee
Education
- BS in Communications & Advertising – UT Knoxville
- Minor in Marketing – UT Knoxville
Community Involvement
- Leadership Franklin Graduate – 2012-2013
- Ensworth Parent Association Board
- Franklin Housing Authority Board
- Best Buddies Tennessee Volunteer
- Lifetime Member of The Friends of Vanderbilt Children’s Hospital
Whether you are a native of Nashville or relocating to the area, Charita can help you with your real estate needs. She is on the Fridrich & Clark relocation team and has lived in both Nashville and 3 of the 5 zip codes in Franklin. Being active in the community and having children who have attended schools in both areas, she is very familiar with individual neighborhoods and local trends.