Katrina Richards
Regional Vice-President, Branch Leader
- Direct(704) 543-5928
- Mobile(704) 449-2528
- Fax(704) 543-6941
About Me
Originally from Upstate NY, I moved to Charlotte in 1996. I obtained my Bachelor's Degree in both English and Elementary Education while playing college softball and basketball. Being involved in sports has taught me an incredible work ethic and is a large part of who I am today with my team work mentality.
Being a previous Elementary School Teacher in Charlotte Mecklenburg Schools taught me patience and mentoring skills that are priceless to this profession and to the growth of other agents in the office.
Serving both NC and SC, buyers and sellers, as well as connecting friends and family with REALTORS in their locations across the country and internationally, has been a passion of mine since getting licensed in 1998.
I pride myself on customer service, efficiency, responsiveness, resourcefullness, education, patience, results and overall communication. These attributes have allowed me to be successful doing something I LOVE to do every day.
Technology is everchanging and is changing our profession tremendously. Although most are averse to change, I consistently try to "keep up with the times" and enjoy watching others embrace the changes as well.
This is a fantastic and challenging career, I work for the best company in Charlotte and have a great support team. It is truly an honor to be able to make a difference in people's lives daily!
Designations
- Broker/Realtor®
Licensed In
- NC and SC
Specialties
- Golf Course Properties
My Homeownership Partners
- Ashley Smith, Allen Tate Insurance
- Bobby Maloney, Allen Tate Mortgage

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What People Are Saying
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Katrina is friendly, has an easy and professional demeanor. She answered all questions, returned all calls & made the experience very pleasant. We felt she actually cared. We were VERY impressed with her. We had a great home buying experience & would easily & confidently recommend her to others.
D. Duke
We were overwhelmed with the effort, knowledge & invaluable input Katrina had to offer. From the start, we were imbued by her exceptional insight & ability to know exactly what we were looking for. I have absolute faith in her & will always recommend her as long as she is in the business.
J. Byrd
Katrina has earned our complete confidence & respect w/her work ethic, her wonderful attitude, and her determination to get the job done. What makes her so special is her dedication to customer service & her willingness to go the extra mile. She is always prompt, competent and sincere.
Katrina was thorough, efficient, very candid, and had a great sense of humor. There is nothing she could do to improve her service and provide a more positive real estate experience. She is an outstanding person and an exceptional agent.
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Maggie Evans
Enthusiastic & Trustworthy - That's how I would describe Katrina. I can't say how much I appreciate her experience and honesty when I have a challenge. She encourages me in a way that helps me to grow stronger in my business as well as personally. She even has inspired me to exercise!!! She is a great leader!
Jeffrey Austin
Katrina has added tremendous value to my career. She is an outstanding leader, counselor, motivator and teacher. I have learned everything I know from Katrina. No matter what questions I have, she always has a solution. I couldn't ask for a better Broker In Charge!!
Hany Solh
It’s my absolute pleasure to give a recommendation to Katrina. I thoroughly enjoy my time working with Katrina, and have come to know her as a truly valuable asset to a absolutely wonderful office. She is honest, dependable, and incredibly hard-working. Beyond that, she is an impressive communicator and does not shy away from confrontation. I met Katrina for the first time on my 2nd interview with Allen Tate and it sealed the deal. After talking with her for about 5 minutes I knew that she was the backbone of the office and really held the culture and the positivity to a high regard. Her knowledge of contracts and expertise in negotiations is a huge advantage to our entire office. She puts this skillset to work in order to teach and lead in wonderful manner. Along with her undeniable talent, Katrina has always been an absolute joy to work with. She is a true team player, and always manages to foster positive discussions and bring the best out of other employees. Without a doubt, I confidently recommend Katrina in any way necessary. As a dedicated and knowledgeable leader and an all-around great person, I know that she will be one of the best leaders of our time.
Donna Kelly
Katrina is a wonderful Leader of our Office and Southern Region. With her Real Estate Knowledge and Expertise, she is very Skilled at handling questions and helping you come to a resolution to your problem. She is constantly introducing us and Encouraging us to Learn new technology and changes in our trade. She makes change easy to Understand and Embrace. A good Leader is Motivating, a good Problem Solver, takes the time to Listen to your needs and is a good Decision Maker. Katrina is all of these. She is approachable and fun to work with, too!
Martina Linford
Katrina is a fantastic leader! She is always available to give great advice on transactions and has a comprehensive knowledge of North and South Carolina Real Estate. She is very creative, quick thinking and encourages a different way of approaching challenges and finding solutions. She is funny too!
Savannah
Katrina was one of the major reasons I decided to join Allen Tate. Upon meeting her, I instantly felt like I was joining a work family. Katrina is very personable and truly cares about the success of her agents. She is always motivating you to be the best agent you can be! Katrina is very thorough with all of your questions and will be there to guide you through any problem no matter how big or small until it is solved. I couldn't be more grateful to have Katrina as my Allen Tate leader!
Anthony Frantilla
I've worked under Katrina for about 8 years now. Katrina is a huge reason why I chose and continue to choose to be a part of the Allen Tate family. Her care for her agents, her real estate knowledge, and her leadership style are second to none. Real estate can often feel like herding cats. Agents are always in and out of the office working weird hours, contracts are constantly changing and there is a large variety of personalities in a sales environment. She navigates this world with such ease. We are lucky to have her.
Jeffrey Austin
In 2010 after interviewing with several firms I met Katrina and I knew before the interview was complete that I wanted to work under her leadership. Her experience, knowledge and personality was exactly what I was looking for through my search in finding a place to continue my career in Real Estate. My intuition has proven right because over the past 10 yrs she has taught me everything I know. I can honestly say that there has yet to be a question or situation that I can come up with that she isn't prepared to help with. No matter how busy we all may get she will always take or make the time to make sure everyone she is managing over is taken care of. Katrina's personality is of someone that never meets a stranger. Not only is she a mentor to me but has also become a dear friend.
Phyllis Brookshire, President
Katrina brings her passion, knowledge, and experience to the role of Regional Vice President. I am honored to work with her and grateful for the many contributions she makes every day to make our company the best it can be. She is quick to volunteer to help agents, other leaders, or the company as a whole and never misses a detail. A valuable member of our team, Katrina's energy is contagious and makes us all better.
Venelin Ivanov
Katrina Richards is a true leader! Whether she is giving an advise to a new agent, working with an experienced one on a challenging transaction scenario, or cooperating with her leader peers, Katrina is always available and ready to help. Her positive energy is contagious and that can easily be seen into the amazing work environment that exists into the offices she is affiliate with throughout Allen Tate company`s foot print. I am honored to be a part of Katrina`s team. Thank you for everything you do for your agents and Allen Tate Company Katrina Richards!
carl richmond
Katrina is an amazing broker in charge as well as a great friend. She is extremely smart, caring, hard working and a positive influence to all who know her. I think I speak for all of us here when I say I am truly fortunate to have her as our leader
John Stiles
I have been in the Ballantyne office over 6 years and still get impressed everyday with the way Katrina manages our branch. She is extremely passionate about real estate and does everything in her power to assist our agents so they can be successful. There is nothing she won’t do to assist an agent, or co-worker, when they run into a tough situation. She is someone you can always count on when you need her the most. There is a fine line between being a manager, and friend, and she is the perfect combination of both. This office has always had an amazing atmosphere and sense of family because of Katrina and I couldn’t imagine anyone else managing our branch.
Karen Freeman
Katrina goes above and beyond to make things happen. She is smart, professional, driven and has a great sense of humor. Katrina stays level headed when things get out of control. She brings calm to the situation around her. You could not ask for a better person to be on your side. Katrina gets personally invested to make sure everyone around her succeeds at their goal. Thank you for being the amazing person you are!!
Steven Lorimer Jr
A great broker in charge is key to success in any real estate branch. I'm honored to have had Katrina's leadership for the past 7 years. I owe a lot of my success to her leadership throughout the years. With over 20 years of experience she has seen it all and offers excellent advice. She has a gift to make you feel special which motivates you to go out and be your best. I'm lucky to have her in my life and we will be friends for life. Thanks for all you do!
John Kindbom
I have worked with Katrina for many years. She has a unique combination of talents that make her an exceptional leader. She is a strong leader with a true sense of compassion for people. Her work ethic is amazing, and she does it all with a sense of humor. She has the strength to "do what's right, and not be confused by possible outcomes." In two words: 'She cares."
Matt Norman
Katrina Richards has been such an incredible influence on my life and I truly do not feel I can do her justice in such a short review. She truthfully feels and cares for each and every person whom she works with and will go above and beyond to make sure those who are doing their best to succeed, do just that! Whether it be work related obstacles, personal issues or just needing a quick pep talk, Katrina is always willing to lend an ear and provide a solution. Through her years of industry experience, critical thinking/problem solving skills and working knowledge of who I am and what my goals are; she continues to exceed expectation and provide world class advice that has proven to be a great factor in my success. I am so grateful to have Katrina in my life and 10 out of 10 would recommend to any family or friend. Thank you, Katrina! YOU ARE THE BEST!!!
Katrina is friendly, has an easy and professional demeanor. She answered all questions, returned all calls & made the experience very pleasant. We felt she actually cared. We were VERY impressed with her. We had a great home buying experience & would easily & confidently recommend her to others.