The Annette Given Team

Annette Given - Owner and President of The Charles Realty, Team Lead of The Annette Given Team

Annette is a Boston native who began her career as a paralegal for her father's established law firm. While working at the firm, Annette worked alongside many real estate agents and found herself intrigued by their work. She decided to pursue a real estate license and, after getting her footing in the industry, recognized the need for a full-service real estate agency willing to adapt to individual customer needs. In 1984, Annette founded The Charles Realty and became one of the few female principles in the industry.

Under her guidance, The Charles Realty has achieved great success as an established industry leader in residential and commercial sales. It has grown from an agency with two brokers to twenty real estate professionals, some of whom have been with the company for more than twenty five years. The Charles Realty consistently creates highly effective sales strategies suited to the unique needs of each client, and as a result sales volumes have increased by as much as 30% each year. She applauds her loyal agents and is grateful to be working with such a talented, committed, and reputable team.

Sellers rely on Annette's superior ability to market and sell property in the Back Bay and beyond while buyers seek out her knowledge of market trends, property values, and sound investments. She has helped countless satisfied customers make profitable real estate decisions. She always has a positive attitude and pays careful attention to every detail involved in each transaction. Her philosophy is that stellar customer service is paramount in all situations. Annette has over thirty years of experience in real estate and prides herself on operating only with the highest professional standards. Her values also hold true for The Charles Realty.

For two terms over four years, Annette served on the Board of Directors for the Residential Division of the Greater Boston Real Estate Board. She currently serves on the Board of Directors for the Massachusetts Association of Realtors as well as various MAR committees, and has since 2008. Clients have complimented Annette on her accessibility, perseverance, and insights that are present throughout all interactions.

Annette supports St. Jude's Children's Research Hospital as well as many other charities. She applauds her loyal agents that have been with the company for as many as 25 years. She is grateful to be working with such a talented, committed, and reputable team.