1. Who you are?
Kim Carter is the Principal of Carter Cooper Realty and a leading residential property expert in the Hervey Bay market, with over 24 years of industry experience.
2. What you do?
As Principal of Carter Cooper Realty, Kim leads the business while continuing to specialise in residential sales. She balances running a high-performing real estate office with actively listing and selling homes, while also supporting, guiding and developing the agents within her team. She is known for delivering consistent results across all market conditions and for maintaining a strong client-first approach alongside effective team leadership.
3. Your strengths?
Kim brings practical, real-world skills to mentoring including:
- High-level negotiation and deal structuring
- Listing presentation and vendor management
- Building long-term client relationships
- Team leadership and business growth
- Working effectively in regional markets
4. Your industry background?
With more than two decades in real estate, Kim has achieved record results throughout the Hervey Bay region. She is ranked #2 in Australia in the 2026 REB Dealmakers ranking, has been RateMyAgent Agent of the Year – Hervey Bay for nine consecutive years and was named 2025 REIQ Residential Salesperson of the Year for Settled Commissions. She has served as REIQ Zone Chair for the Fraser Coast since 2019 and is an Executive Committee Member of the Fraser Coast Property Industry Association, reflecting her leadership within the industry.
5. How you support a mentee?
Kim mentors with a practical, honest, and supportive approach. She focuses on building confidence, strong work habits and consistent performance rather than quick wins. Mentees can expect real-world guidance, accountability and strategies they can apply immediately in their business.
6. Who you work best with?
Kim works best with driven, coachable individuals who are committed to improving, open to feedback and willing to put in consistent effort. She particularly enjoys supporting agents who want to build long-term, referral-based businesses rather than chasing short-term results.
7. A personal note?
Deeply connected to the Hervey Bay community, Kim values integrity, loyalty, and relationships – both in business and in life.