Tom James

If you are looking for an agent who will answer the phone, communicate honestly, and treat your goals with the same urgency you do, Tom James is ready to go to work for you. Licensed in both North Carolina and South Carolina, Tom helps buyers, sellers, and relocating families navigate real estate with clear guidance, consistent follow-through, and someone genuinely invested in their outcome. 

Before joining the Andy Bovender Team at Compass, he helped more than 50 families purchase homes and earned Ryan Homes’ 2025 Rookie of the Year award. That experience gave him valuable insight into contracts, negotiations, construction, neighborhood development, and what makes a property stand out to buyers. Backed by the full resources of the Andy Bovender Team, Tom provides the personal attention of a dedicated  agent with the support and expertise of one of the Carolinas’ leading real estate teams.

Coming from a military family, Tom moved frequently before choosing to call Charlotte home five years ago. He understands firsthand that finding a home is about more than square footage—it is about discovering the community and lifestyle where you truly belong. An East Carolina University graduate and Eagle Scout, Tom brings accountability, service, and a strong work ethic to every client relationship. Outside of real estate, he enjoys working out, running, fishing across the Carolinas, trying new restaurants, exploring Charlotte’s newest hotspots, and spending time with his English bulldog, Bruce!