Office Realtor® memberships inactivated due to unpaid Realtor® dues and or non-member licensee assessments: To reinstate Canopy Realtor® Association office and member status, please contact Member Services at 704-940-3110.
Attention BICs:Please review office order status for duesthrough your RAMCO Dashboard.
As a valued member of Canopy Realtor® Association and/or subscriber to Canopy MLS, I am pleased to share this report highlighting the tangible benefits and resources Canopy delivered in 2025 and plan to expand in 2026. These data-backed achievements are made possible by committed staff and volunteer leaders serving on the Board of Directors.
Anne Marie DeCatsye, Esq., CEO Canopy Realtor® Association/Canopy MLS
Mark Your Calendar and Register for These Member Benefit Events and Educational Opportunities
Expand Your Knowledge of Global Real Estate During Global Success Month
2026 Global Success Month is a collaborative initiative among local, state, and international Realtor® associations, including Canopy Realtor® Association, to help Realtors® expand their knowledge of global real estate and explore new opportunities. This annual March initiative is coordinated in partnership with the Northern Virginia Association of Realtors® and other Realtor® organizations. Together, participating associations are sharing educational content and programs that can reach more than 348,000 Realtors® across the U.S.
Protect your license, your clients, and your business! Register for Navigate the Transaction Minefield Course
One misstep in today’s real estate transaction can put your license, reputation, and clients at risk. Canopy’s new course, Navigating the Transaction Minefield, equips brokers with the practical knowledge needed to stay compliant, ethical, and protected throughout every stage of the transaction.
This course covers NC Real Estate Commission License Law and Rules, the REALTOR® Code of Ethics (COE), agency relationships, compensation, and required forms (including proper use of the Offer to Purchase and Contract). Through real-world scenarios, brokers will evaluate Buyer and Listing Agent actions, identify violations, and apply best practices that strengthen consumer protection and professionalism.
Former Commission member and forms expert, Patrice Willetts, will cover the importance of consumer protection, ethical decision-making, and the broker’s responsibility to elevate professionalism.
This course also awards four hours of NC CE elective credit and meets the NAR COE trainingrequirement. Wed., Mar. 25 from 2–6 p.m.
Broker Summit April 1 with Canopy and NAR Leadership
Join Association leadership at this Broker Summit, designed to bring together the leaders who shape our market and drive our industry forward. Connect with fellow Brokers-in-Charge, firm owners, and association leadership while gaining valuable tools, information, and insights to support business growth and effective management. Don’t miss the opportunity to learn, collaborate, and strengthen the relationships that power our real estate community and maximize the value you receive from your Realtor® Association membership.
Meeting the Housing Needs of Our Growing Community
North Carolina is often described as having a housing shortage, with more people moving in and fewer places to live. However, in markets like Austin, Nashville, Raleigh, and Charlotte, rents have dipped 2 to 5 percent as supply catches up with demand—a positive sign.
The same concept applies to for-sale housing: as inventory grows, price pressure eases, leading to a more balanced market. We need elected officials to implement policies that allow builders to meet the housing needs of our growing community.
RPAC supports candidates who support state legislation, local ordinances, and policies that promote home ownership, attainable housing, and positive economic growth for our region. By participating in RPAC, you help NC REALTORS® advocate for policies that support the real estate industry and protect homeowners across North Carolina.
Now Accepting 2026 Community Grants Applications and Y.E.S. Award Nominations
Are you connected to a nonprofit making a difference in housing, or do you know a young person making an impact in their community? Consider nominating them for a community grant or for the YES Award. Visit the Canopy Housing Foundation website for forms and details.
Community Grants: This program is open to nonprofits addressing unmet housing needs in Mecklenburg, Iredell, and Haywood counties.
Y.E.S. (Youth Excellence in Service) Award: If you know an exceptional young person (ages 10–18) in Mecklenburg or Iredell who is making a difference through service in the community, nominate them for the 8th Annual Youth Excellence in Service Award.
Deadline for all grant applications and nominations: Sun., May 31, at 5 p.m.
Important Alert: Q2 Canopy MLS fee and Supra Key fee invoices are posted to your account. Online payments can be made through your RAMCO Dashboard. Avoid late/reconnect fees by paying on or before Wed., Apr. 1, 2026.
MLS Training This Week - Register Now
Make the most of your MLS tools with these upcoming virtual training sessions:
Wed., Mar. 25 | 10:00 a.m. Matrix Tips & Tricks Unlock powerful tips and hidden features to make Matrix work smarter for you and elevate your day-to-day efficiency. Wed., Mar. 25 | 1:00 p.m. Matrix™ Auto Email and OneHome Portal Keep clients engaged with real-time listing updates, personalized searches, and insights through Auto Email and the OneHome client portal. Thurs., Mar. 26 | 1:00 p.m. Matrix™ Maps Use advanced mapping tools, drawing features, and drive-time searches to pinpoint exactly where your clients want to live.
Find Out What Realtor.com®+ Can Do for Client Collaboration
Now available to Canopy MLS members as a no-cost benefit, Realtor.com®+ brings client searches, listings, and messages into one protected, branded workspace, keeping you in sync from click to close.
Join a live training and product demo to see how it works and get started fast. All sessions start at 10 a.m. on Thurs., Mar. 26.
